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Peer reviewedMarkel, William D. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
The concept of statistical significance is explained, with specific numerical illustrations. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Mathematical Concepts, Probability, Research Methodology
Shaver, James P. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1985
A dialog between two fictional teachers provides some basic examples of how research that uses approved methodology may provide results that are significant statistically but not significant practically. (PGD)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Sampling
Shaver, James P. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1985
The second half of a dialogue between two fictional teachers examines the significance of statistical significance in research and considers the factors affecting the extent to which research results provide important or useful information. (PGD)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Sampling
