A Meta-Analysis of Course Evaluation Data and Its Use in the Tenure Decision.

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Title: A Meta-Analysis of Course Evaluation Data and Its Use in the Tenure Decision.
Language: English
Authors: McCallum, L. W.
Source: Research in Higher Education. 1984 21(2):150-158.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 9
Publication Date: 1984
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Course Evaluation, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Faculty Evaluation, Higher Education, Meta Analysis, Student Attitudes, Student Evaluation of Teacher Performance, Tenure
Abstract: A meta-analysis of studies examining the criterion validity of student course evaluation data is discussed. Results indicate that the overall size of effect is not only highly significant, but also very meaningful when analyzed in relation to enhancing the likelihood of making more accurate tenure decisions. (Author/MLW)
Journal Code: CIJAPR1985
Entry Date: 1985
Accession Number: EJ310302
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A meta-analysis of studies examining the criterion validity of student course evaluation data is discussed. Results indicate that the overall size of effect is not only highly significant, but also very meaningful when analyzed in relation to enhancing the likelihood of making more accurate tenure decisions. (Author/MLW)