Meta-analysis: An Approach to the Synthesis of Research Results.

Glass, Gene V.

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Publication Date: 1982-Feb

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Meta-analysis: An Approach to the Synthesis of Research Results.

Glass, Gene V.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v19 n2 p93-112 Feb 1982

Discusses three general characteristics and four criticisms of meta-analysis (statistical analysis of the summary findings of many research studies). Illustrates application of meta-analysis on research studies relating to school class size and achievement and inquiry teaching of biology. (JN)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Class Size, College Science, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Inquiry, Research Methodology, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Statistical Analysis

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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