Research Synthesis and Meta-Analysis
A Step-by-Step Approach
Fifth Edition
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The Fifth Edition of Harris Cooper's bestselling text offers practical advice on how to conduct a synthesis of research in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. The book is written in plain language with four running examples drawn from psychology, education, and health science. With ample coverage of literature searching and the technical aspects of meta-analysis, this one-of-a-kind book applies the basic principles of sound data gathering to the task of producing a comprehensive assessment of existing research.
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Contents
INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
STEP 2: Searching the Literature
STEP 2: Searching the Literature
STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
STEP 7: Presenting the Results
STEP 7: Presenting the Results
CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions
CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions
Description
The Fifth Edition of Harris Cooper's bestselling text offers practical advice on how to conduct a synthesis of research in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. The book is written in plain language with four running examples drawn from psychology, education, and health science. With ample coverage of literature searching and the technical aspects of meta-analysis, this one-of-a-kind book applies the basic principles of sound data gathering to the task of producing a comprehensive assessment of existing research.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Contents
INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
STEP 2: Searching the Literature
STEP 2: Searching the Literature
STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
STEP 7: Presenting the Results
STEP 7: Presenting the Results
CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions
CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions
January 2016 | 384 pages | Sage US
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The Fifth Edition of Harris Cooper's bestselling text offers practical advice on how to conduct a synthesis of research in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. The book is written in plain language with four running examples drawn from psychology, education, and health science. With ample coverage of literature searching and the technical aspects of meta-analysis, this one-of-a-kind book applies the basic principles of sound data gathering to the task of producing a comprehensive assessment of existing research.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for class
Perusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.
Table Of Contents:
- INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
- STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
- STEP 2: Searching the Literature
- STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
- STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
- STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
- STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
- STEP 7: Presenting the Results
- CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions