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Peer reviewedFortune, Jim C.; McBee, Janice K. – New Directions for Program Evaluation, 1984
Twenty-nine steps necessary for data file preparation for secondary analysis are discussed. Data base characteristics and planned use vary the complexity of the preparation. Required techniques (file verification, sample verification, file merger, data aggregation, file modification, and variable controls) and seven associated pitfalls are defined…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Processing
Peer reviewedMcCleary, Richard; Riggs, James E. – New Directions for Program Evaluation, 1982
Time series analysis is applied to an assessment of the temporary and permanent impact of the 1975 Australian Family Law Act and its effect on number of divorces. The application and construct validity of the model is examined. (Author/PN)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Demography, Divorce, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedConrad, Kendon J., Ed. – New Directions for Program Evaluation, 1994
The 9 articles of this theme issue stem from a project on alcohol and drug abuse that involved 14 projects, 10 of which began with randomized clinical trials. These papers describe implementation problems associated with experimentation in field research and the focus on ensuring internal validity. (SLD)
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse, Evaluation Methods, Experiments
