On Generalizing Research Findings

Authors

Edward W. Gassie, Louisiana State University

Volume

6

Issue

3

Abstract

Is there a test that will assist supervisors in making employment decisions? Research conducted in Indiana indicates that the Adaptability Test may serve that purpose. Use of the test under seemingly similar circumstances in Louisiana produced different results. These differing results raise the questions: To what extent can applied research be generalized from one population to another? What constitutes "seemingly similar circumstances" for such research?

Recommended Citation

Gassie, E. W. (1968). On Generalizing Research Findings. The Journal of Extension, 6(3), Article 3. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol6/iss3/3