Meta-analysis at 20 - Retrospect and prospect

Journal/Book: Eval Health Prof. 1995; 18: 2455 Teller Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Sage Publ Inc. 349-369.

Abstract: It has been 20 years since Gene Glass reinvigorated research integration through the formalization of meta-analysis. This article explores the nature of meta-analysis by placing it within the context of research synthesis. The methods of meta-analysis are described briefly and compared and contrasted with other forms of research integration. In addition, the findings from several meta-analyses are provided to show the advantages of quantitative review methods. Finally, criticisms of meta-analyses are analyzed, as are several unanswered questions about tile direction of meta-analysis.

Note: Article KA Kavale, Univ Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242 USA

Keyword(s): SINGLE-SUBJECT RESEARCH; AUDITORY PERCEPTUAL SKILLS; QUANTITATIVE SYNTHESIS; EXCEPTIONAL-CHILDREN; READING-ABILITY; EFFICACY; PSYCHOTHERAPY; HYPERACTIVITY; METHODOLOGY; REVIEWS

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