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Pigott, Therese D.; Williams, Ryan T.; Polanin, Joshua R.; Wu-Bohanon, Meng-Jia – Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness, 2012
The purpose of this research to investigate the heterogeneity of per-pupil expenditure (PPE) slope estimates in predicting student achievement. The research question guiding this project is: how does the measured relationship between per-pupil expenditure vary across studies that use different models? In concert with SREE's 2012 conference mission…
Descriptors: Productivity, Expenditures, Academic Achievement, Regression (Statistics)
Jones, Dennis – Complete College America, 2012
Performance funding--the linking of allocation of resources to accomplishment of certain desired outcomes--is an idea that is once again finding favor with policymakers. It has intuitive appeal; what's not to like about paying for results? While it is a notion that makes common sense to most decisionmakers, it is an idea with a very checkered…
Descriptors: Resource Allocation, Financial Support, Achievement, Higher Education
Tari, Juan Jose; Madeleine, Carolina – Online Submission, 2010
The purpose of this paper is to compare the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) self-assessment model in higher education institutions (HEIs) in Spain and in Jordan. Case study methodology on eight services provided by a public university in Spain and seven services provided by one public university and one private university in…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Private Colleges, Public Colleges, Self Evaluation (Groups)
Bickel, Robert – Guilford Publications, 2007
This book provides a uniquely accessible introduction to multilevel modeling, a powerful tool for analyzing relationships between an individual level dependent variable, such as student reading achievement, and individual-level and contextual explanatory factors, such as gender and neighborhood quality. Helping readers build on the statistical…
Descriptors: Regression (Statistics), Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Structural Equation Models
Mazonde, Isaac N.; Jackson-Malete, Jose; Sugarman, Jeremy – Journal of Research Administration, 2007
It is globally expected that universities will ensure that policies guiding researchers' conduct are in place and adhered to. This expectation is not waived in developing countries. Successful implementation of an ethics policy is facilitated by an appropriate national regulatory framework on which to base the argument for compliance. However, it…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Research Administration, Governance
Su, Yuan-Liang David – 1984
This report summarizes transfer of training methodologies, beginning with a discussion that defines simulators, fidelity, and realism, and briefly reviews simulator use in training. Two types of training are identified--training for system operation and training for maintenance (troubleshooting). An outline categorizes current research issues on…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Literature Reviews
Jones, Elizabeth A.; Voorhees, Richard A. – 2002
This document includes a 3-page brochure describing the main report and the main report. The report explores competency-based models in postsecondary institutions and other learning environments. It is intended primarily as a guide for postsecondary educators who are interested in establishing such efforts at their institutions. The following…
Descriptors: Administrators, Case Studies, Competency Based Education, Educational Objectives
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Altaffer, Fred; Fisher, William – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1992
Issues involved in applying the needs assessment model of the Colorado Social Health Survey to planning and management in Massachusetts are reviewed. The methodology in this special issue provides a new paradigm for mental health needs assessment in general and will be valuable in the Massachusetts plan specifically. (SLD)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Health Needs, Mental Health Programs, Models
Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, Philadelphia, PA. – 1985
The critical role of computers in scientific advancement is described in this panel report. With the growing range and complexity of problems that must be solved and with demands of new generations of computers and computer architecture, the importance of computational mathematics is increasing. Multidisciplinary teams are needed; these are found…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Science, Computer Software, Computers
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Cipra, Barry A. – Science, 1990
Discussed is wavelet theory, which provides ways to rearrange data to reveal features of a physical or mathematical system which might otherwise be hidden. This theory is compared to fourier analysis and the advantages of wavelet theory are stressed. Applications of this technique are suggested. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts
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Shern, David L.; Grosser, Rene C. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1992
Implications of the Colorado Social Health Survey for indirect needs assessment in mental health planning and administration are discussed. The survey model parameters' generalizability to other areas of the nation should be investigated, as well as improved ways of linking specific populations to needs, preferences, and outcome dimensions. (SLD)
Descriptors: Administrators, Evaluation Methods, Generalization, Health Needs
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Mouza, Chrystalla – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2006
This study describes and analyzes the pedagogical activities of two professional development models aimed at helping teachers effectively integrate technology in their classrooms. Most importantly, it investigates the impact of those activities on teacher learning and practice. Results of the study provide empirical evidence that links key…
Descriptors: Professional Development, Theory Practice Relationship, Teaching Models, Technology Integration
Rahim, Syed A.; And Others – 1978
Intended for researchers, policy makers, and planners, the studies in this volume examine issues in communication policy and planning in developing nations. The five studies discuss the following: (1) the organizational and methodological aspects of communication planning, including structure and organization, methods and models; (2) the economics…
Descriptors: Communication Research, Communications, Developing Nations, Economic Development
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Houle, Rachel; Montmarquette, Claude – Alberta Journal of Educational Research, 1984
Provides a model for measuring the influence of book quantity and quality, personnel, organization, physical facilities, and user characteristics on loans by 700 Quebec primary and secondary school libraries in 1978-79. Links library output (loans) to inputs (personnel, books) in a production function framework. Includes policy recommendation for…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Library Circulation, Library Collections
Hull, William L.; Adams, Kay A. – 1984
This feasibility study contains a design for evaluating vocational education research and development (R & D). The study developed a model for evaluating vocational education R & D based on legislative frames of reference for research, exemplary projects, and curriculum development. Called an Impact Tracer Model, the program is based on…
Descriptors: Data Collection, Educational Research, Evaluation Methods, Models
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