Meta Analysis

• What is meta-analysis?

  Combining results of various studies statistically
• Why was meta-analysis developed?

  To better understand human behavior through combined results
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of meta-analysis?

  Strengths:

  • Saves time and money for researchers
  • Gathers large amounts of data quickly

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Prone to researcher bias
  • May manipulate results intentionally or unintentionally
• What is a strength of meta-analysis regarding data collection?

  It saves time and money for researchers
• What is a potential weakness of meta-analysis related to bias?

  It can be prone to researcher bias
• How can researcher bias affect meta-analysis results?

  By selectively choosing studies that support desired outcomes
• How can researcher bias occur in meta-analysis?

  It can happen intentionally or accidentally