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  • Panel discussion on the limitations of non-experimental approaches
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    Evaluation; Social sciences
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    A reaction panel discussion about presentations from the second half of this symposium, which were primarily focused on collecting credible evidence in evaluation using non-experimental approaches. The panel is composed of Stewart I. Donaldson...
  • Lectures on Applied Psychology and Evaluation Science
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  • Panel discussion on the limitations of experimental approaches
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    Evaluation; Social sciences
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    This is a reaction panel to the first half of this symposium. The members are, Hallie Preskill (panel chair, Claremont Graduate University), Christina A. Christie (Facilitator); Michael Scriven (Western Michgan University), Jennifer Greene...
  • Lectures on Applied Psychology and Evaluation Science
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  • Interpersonal expectations and covert communication in classrooms, clinics, corporations, and courtrooms
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    Interpersonal relations; Psychology, Applied; Social sciences; Clever Hans (Horse); Self-fulfilling prophecy; Social exchange
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    This symposium presentation given by Robert Rosenthal, distinguished professor of psychology at University of California at Riverside, discusses the effects of interpersonal expectations and self-fulfilling prophecies in a variety of applied...
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  • Preparing for a surprising and rewarding career applying the science of psychology
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    Psychology, Applied; Careers for the 21st century; Social sciences; Universities and colleges; Universities and colleges Graduate work
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    Dale E. Berger of Claremont Graduate University gives a symposium presentation focusing on preparing for careers where one can apply the science of psychology in non-academic settings. Berger's main thesis is that there are many new and upcoming...
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  • Collaborative evaluation - culturally responsive evaluation: two perspectives
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    Evaluation; Evaluation-Methodology
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    Evaluation, many argue, must be inclusive in order to gain traction and credibility with stakeholders. It must also take into account its cultural context. In a unique event, Dr. Rita O'Sullivan (University of North Carolina), and Dr. Michelle...
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  • Bridging cultures in the classroom: from research to practice
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    Psychology, Applied; Social sciences; Social problems; Social relations; Ethnicity in children; Cross-cultural psychology; Education Children; Education America; Teacher training; Elementary school teaching; High school teaching; High school...
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    Professor Patricia Greenfield of University of California at Los Angeles presents a method for bridging collectivistic and individualistic value orientations in the American classroom for this symposium on applied psychology. Specifically, Bridging...
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  • The emergence and future of applied psychology
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    Psychology, Applied; Careers for the 21st century; Social sciences; Universities and colleges; Universities and colleges Graduate work
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    This introductory symposium presentation presented by, Stewart Donaldson the dean of the School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences at Claremont Graduate University, examines longitudinal trends in obtaining psychology and other social...
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  • Gunfight at the causation corral: let’s run those Clantons out of Tombstone
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    Evaluation; Social sciences
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    Evaluation Theorist Michael Scriven, of Western Michigan University, presents his perspective on the “causation-debate.” According to Scriven, formal analysis (e.g., experimentation and statistical analysis) is neither necessary nor sufficient...
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  • Preparing for a surprising and rewarding career applying the science of psychology
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    Psychology, Applied; Careers for the 21st century; Social sciences; Universities and colleges; Universities and colleges Graduate work
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    Dale E. Berger of Claremont Graduate University gives a symposium presentation focusing on preparing for careers where one can apply the science of psychology in non-academic settings. Berger's main thesis is that there are many new and upcoming...
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  • Evidence as “proof” and evidence as “inkling”
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    Evaluation; Social sciences
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    Professor Jennifer Greene of the Education Department at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign addresses the gap between collecting credible evidence in evaluation research, and applying it in a public policy domain. Greene’s main...
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  • Thriving in the global zeitgeist of accountability and evidence-based practice
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    Psychology, Applied; Evaluation; Social sciences
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    Stewart Donaldson, dean of the School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences at Claremont Graduate University opens this symposium with a presentation about the “second boom” of applied psychology and evaluation. In this new phase of the...
  • Lectures on Applied Psychology and Evaluation Science
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  • What Works? (Panel 1)
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    Evaluation; Social sciences; Nonprofit organizations; Non-governmental organizations; Social problems; Psychology, Applied; Philanthropy
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    When we tackle important social problems, how do we know what will work? This question is central for government agencies, NGOs, business leaders, philanthropists, and universities. This panel opens a daylong workshop entitled "What Works?" ...
  • Lectures on Applied Psychology and Evaluation Science
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  • Contributions from the study of law and psychology: memory research applied to real world problems
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    Psychology, Applied; Social sciences; Law Psychological aspects; Law and the social sciences; Recovered memory; Judicial error; False memories
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    Elizabeth Loftus, distinguished professor of the University of California at Irvine overviews her groundbreaking research on memory in the area of law for this symposium on applied psychology. Particularly, she focuses on research regarding the...
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  • When credibility is not enough: what to do when getting it right matters
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    Psychology, Applied; Evaluation; Social sciences
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    Dr. Gary T. Henry (University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill) discusses his point of view in the debate for what counts as credible evidence in evaluation and applied research, arguing that credibility is too subjective a factor to place trust...
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  • Credibility and other criteria for “good evidence”: integrating diverse perspectives, toward better judgments about evaluation and applied research
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    Evaluation; Social sciences
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    Melvin Mark, professor of psychology at The Pennsylvania State University, presents this conclusion to the symposium, “What Constitutes Credible Evidence in Evaluation and Applied Research.” Mark synthesizes presentations given during this...
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  • Using research to persuade policy: a personal account from 30 years of fighting for women’s rights
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    Social research; Social sciences Research; Science and society; Education; Public policy; Women's rights; Civil rights; Abortion; Religion and politics
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    Faye Wattleton, former president of Planned Parenthood and co-founder of the Center for the Advancement of Women, discusses her experiences using data to advance causes of women’s and civil rights. She describes the use of data and research as an...
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  • What it took to change the SAT
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    Science; SAT (Educational test); Education; Social research
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    In this presentation Dr. Atkinson discusses his experience to convert country’s most widely used admissions examination, the SAT 1, to a more advanced test, the SAT 2. Dr. Atkinson was seeking a new test for college admission because he was...
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  • Using social science research to inform public policy: Tower of Babel or Bridge Over Troubled Water
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    Social sciences Research; Science and society; Education; Public policy; Social research
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    In this presentation, Halpern emphasizes the importance of social science research to inform public policies. She emphasizes benefits of social science research such as improving quality of life, motivating learning, reducing crimes and many...
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  • The changing climate of science in society
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    Science and society; Stem cells Research; Global warming; Science and religion; Evolution; Social research
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    Dr. Alan Leshner discusses the role of science and scientists in major social issues, such as religion, evolution, stem cell research, global warming, and political agendas. He suggests that it is important for scientists not only to educate the...
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  • Evaluation across the globe: evaluation as a force for democracy
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    Evaluation; Social sciences; South Africa; Malaysia
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    Dr. Ross Conner, President of the Board of the International Organization for Cooperation in Evaluation, in his Keynote Address discusses IOCE’s commitment to building a worldwide evaluation community. Dr. Conner gives a brief history and...
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