Introduction to Meta-Analysis

Introduction to Meta-Analysis, 2nd Edition, is a textbook that introduces the process of synthesizing data from separate studies and outlines the role of meta-analysis in research.

The volume covers computing and converting effect sizes, evaluating fixed-effect and random-effects models, and analyzing variation across studies. It also examines complex data structures, common mistakes, and methods for reporting results.

Featuring examples from biomedical studies, education, social science, and ecology, the textbook is suited for courses or self-directed study. The 2021 edition added chapters providing a systematic start-to-finish approach to conducting and reporting a meta-analysis.