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Introduction, Comparison, and Validation of "Meta-Essentials": A Free and Simple Tool for Meta-Analysis
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Suurmond, Robert; van Rhee, Henk; Hak, Tony – Research Synthesis Methods, 2017
We present a new tool for meta-analysis, "Meta-Essentials," which is free of charge and easy to use. In this paper, we introduce the tool and compare its features to other tools for meta-analysis. We also provide detailed information on the validation of the tool. Although free of charge and simple, "Meta-Essentials"…
Descriptors: Meta Analysis, Research Tools, Comparative Analysis, Validity
Qualitative and Quantitative Methodologies: A Minimalist View
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Smith, Ken; Zajda, Joseph – Education and Society, 2018
The purpose of this article is to provide a critique of the main concepts of qualitative and quantitative methodologies for conducting research. It is written expressly for the novice researcher in an attempt to clarify the major misconceptions and misunderstandings concerning the qualitative-quantitative research polarities. This article will not…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Research Methodology, Research Design