This book provides a clear and thorough introduction to
meta-analysis, the process of synthesizing data from a series of
separate studies. Meta-analysis has become a critically important
tool in fields as diverse as medicine, pharmacology, epidemiology,
education, psychology, business, and ecology. "Introduction to
Meta-Analysis" Outlines the role of meta-analysis in the research
processShows how to compute effects sizes and treatment
effectsExplains the fixed-effect and random-effects models for
synthesizing dataDemonstrates how to assess and interpret variation
in effect size across studiesClarifies concepts using text and
figures, followed by formulas and examplesExplains how to avoid
common mistakes in meta-analysisDiscusses controversies in
meta-analysisFeatures a web site with additional material and
exercises
"A superb combination of lucid prose and informative graphics,
written by four of the world's" "leading experts on all aspects of
meta-analysis. Borenstein, Hedges, Higgins, and Rothstein" "provide
a refreshing departure from cookbook approaches with their clear
explanations of" "the what and why of meta-analysis. The book is
ideal as a course textbook or for self-study." "My students, who
used pre-publication versions of some of the chapters, raved about
the" "clarity of the explanations and examples." David Rindskopf,
Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology, City University
of New York, Graduate School and University Center, & Editor of
the Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics.""
"The approach taken by" Introduction to Meta-analysis "is
intended to be primarily conceptual, " "and it is amazingly
successful at achieving that goal. The reader can comfortably skip
the" "formulas and still understand their application and
underlying motivation. For the more" "statistically sophisticated
reader, the relevant formulas and worked examples provide a superb"
"practical guide to performing a meta-analysis. The book provides
an eclectic mix of examples" "from education, social science,
biomedical studies, and even ecology. For anyone considering"
"leading a course in meta-analysis, or pursuing self-directed
study, Introduction to" "Meta-analysis would be a clear first
choice." Jesse A. Berlin, ScD
Introduction to Meta-Analysis "is an excellent resource for
novices and experts alike. The book" "provides a clear and
comprehensive presentation of all basic and most advanced
approaches" "to meta-analysis. This book will be referenced for
decades." Michael A. McDaniel, Professor of Human Resources and
Organizational Behavior, Virginia Commonwealth University
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