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USING RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIALS IN EDUCATION
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Paul Connolly, Andy Biggart, Sarah Miller |
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ISBN 10: |
1473902835 |
ISBN 13: |
9781473902831 |
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SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD |
Pub. date: |
13 July, 2017 |
Series: |
BERA/SAGE Research Methods in Education |
Pages: |
200 |
Description: |
Drawing on their own extensive experience of running RCTs, this book provides a thorough, practical introduction to the use of RCTs in education. It also examines the controversial aspects of Randomised Controlled Trials (RCT) in education and sets out the potential and pitfalls of the method. |
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The use of randomised controlled trials (RCTs), most commonly a medical sciences research tool, is a hotly debated topic in Education. This book examines the controversial aspects of RCTs in Education and sets out the potential and pitfalls of the method.Drawing on their own extensive experience of running RCTs, and their work at the Centre for Evidence and Social Innovation (CESI) at Queen's University, Belfast, the authors provide a thorough practical introduction to the use of randomised controlled trials in education. Using real data sets, chapters equip the reader with all of the key knowledge and skills required to design, run, analyse and report an RCT.Coverage includes:* Step-by-step guidance on analysing data* How to assess the reliability and validity of results* Advice on balancing the demands of various stakeholdersEssential reading for postgraduate and more experienced researchers, as well as teachers and educationalists seeking to increase their knowledge and understanding of the use of such methods in education. |
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UK |
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SAGE Publications Ltd |
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