Publications [#251516] of Harris M. Cooper

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Peer-reviewed journal articles published

1. Cooper, HM. "Statistically combining independent studies: A meta-analysis of sex differences in conformity research." Journal of Personality and Social Psychology 37.1 (January, 1979): 131-146. [doi]
   (last updated on 2024/01/01)

   Abstract:
   Compares traditional (literary) reviews of research in social psychology with a statistical approach. It is concluded on both abstract and practical grounds that adoption of the statistical approach would lead to theoretical progress for the research area covered. A meta-analysis "package" is described and then applied to the question of whether there are sex differences in degree of conformity. The meta-analysis is yoked to a literary analysis, and conclusions of differing direction and confidence appear. Problems in application are encountered, and appropriate courses of action are discussed. Finally, limitations on the power of the procedure are outlined. (69 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved). © 1979 American Psychological Association.