This course will introduce advanced methods in meta-analysis. Topics covered include models for handling multiple effect sizes per study (dependent effect sizes) and exploring heterogeneity, the use of meta-analysis structural equation modeling (MASEM), and an introduction to single-case experimental design meta-analysis. The statistical package R will be used to conduct the statistical techniques discussed. Participants are encouraged to bring their own research in progress to the workshop. The activities will include lecture, hands-on exercises, and individual consultation. This course is designed to follow the introduction to systematic review and meta-analysis course given by the instructors in prior AERA Professional Development training sessions. The target audience is those researchers with systematic review and meta-analysis experience, but who are interested in learning advanced methods for meta-analysis. Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics, systematic review, and basic meta-analysis is assumed.

Course Instructors

Terri Pigott, Georgia State University

Ryan Williams, American Institutes for Research

Tasha Beretvas, The University of Texas at Austin

Wim Van Den Noortgate, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven