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Uses response categories ranging from “strongly agree” to “strongly disagree.”
Based on this procedure, it is possible to infer the values or responses on each item from the total score on a set of items.
Commonly used in experimental research to increase external validity.
Like a literature review, but more systematic.
Rather than create a composite measure, the effects of each indicator are analyzed separately.
Used to compare outcomes across studies in a meta-analysis.
A statistical framework for meta-analysis.
Use of dissimilar measures or methods to address the same research question.
In contrast to indexes, scales are designed to ensure this.
Adding up the responses to multiple items creates a(n) ________.