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Peer reviewedBiskin, Bruce H. – Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, 1998
Significance tests are often used inappropriately in counseling research. In addition to comments on the significance test controversy (Vacha-Haase and Nilsson, this issue), a wider historical context and personal experiences are provided. The controversy is discussed, and seven recommendations for using significance tests are included. (EMK)
Descriptors: Data Interpretation, Hypothesis Testing, Psychological Studies, Psychometrics
