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Peer reviewedBlixt, Sonya L. – Multiple Linear Regression Viewpoints, 1980
The use of multiple regression analysis was compared to the use of discriminant function analysis in the prediction of college faculty rank. The multiple regression technique was shown to be generally superior in this instance. (JKS)
Descriptors: Academic Rank (Professional), College Faculty, Data Analysis, Discriminant Analysis
Glover, Robert H.; Mills, Michael R. – 1989
A research design, decision support system, and results of a comparative analysis of enrollment and financial strength (of private institutions granting masters and doctoral degrees) are presented. Cluster analysis, discriminant analysis, multiple regression, and an interactive decision support system are used to compare the enrollment and…
Descriptors: Cluster Analysis, College Planning, Comparative Analysis, Data Analysis
Herr, Edwin L.; Baker, Stanley B.
There is a need for improved techniques for selection of students and prediction of student success in vocational-technical education. This study concerns identification of the kinds of readily available data which may be used to predict student success in Pennsylvania area vocational-technical schools and to differentiate among the…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Admission Criteria, Aptitude Tests, Data Analysis


