Contextual Analysis as a Method for Assessing Residence Group Effects.

Pascarella, Ernest T.; Terenzini, Patrick T.

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Publication Date: 1982-Mar

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Contextual Analysis as a Method for Assessing Residence Group Effects.

Pascarella, Ernest T.; Terenzini, Patrick T.

Journal of College Student Personnel, v23 n2 p108-14 Mar 1982

Describes the analytical procedure, contextual analysis. Suggests ways to use it to assess the group effects of residence arrangement on student development. Provides an empirical example that shows how contextual analysis may be used to identify the specific dimensions underlying residence group influences on freshman academic performance. (Author)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Freshmen, Environmental Influences, Evaluation Methods, Group Experience, Higher Education, Performance Factors, Place of Residence, Predictor Variables, Research Methodology, Social Influences, Statistical Analysis, Student Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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