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Empirical Methods for Evaluating Educational Interventions (Educational Psychology)
Author: Gary D. Phye, Daniel H. Robinson, Joel Levin
Year: 2005
Pages: 299
Format: PDF
File size: 1 MB
Language: ENG

Year: 2005
Pages: 299
Format: PDF
File size: 1 MB
Language: ENG

The book "Empirical Methods for Evaluating Educational Interventions Educational Psychology" discusses the importance of using empirical methods to evaluate educational interventions in educational psychology. It emphasizes the need to use scientific research methods to assess the effectiveness of educational interventions and to make informed decisions about their implementation. The book highlights the challenges of evaluating educational interventions and provides practical guidance on how to overcome these challenges. It also discusses the potential benefits of using empirical methods in education and the limitations of relying solely on anecdotal evidence or intuition. The book begins by exploring the concept of empirical methods and their relevance to educational psychology. It explains that empirical methods involve collecting data through observation, experimentation, and other forms of systematic inquiry, and using this data to draw conclusions about the effectiveness of educational interventions. The book then delves into the various types of empirical methods used in educational psychology, including randomized controlled trials, quasi-experiments, and single-subject designs.
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