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For what and for whom? Expanding the role of research syntheses for diverse stakeholders
Citation
Silver, R. E., Kumar, V., Chua, D. F., Tan, M. L. T., & Johannis Auri Abdul Aziz. (2024). For what and for whom? Expanding the role of research syntheses for diverse stakeholders. Educational Researcher. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.3102/0013189x241285414
Author
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Kumar, Vinay
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Johannis Auri Abdul Aziz
Abstract
Systematic reviews have witnessed significant growth across many fields, including education. In this article, we outline the background of this growth, highlight the tendency to focus on methodological considerations, and propose a framework to support education researchers in preparing systematic reviews with broad impact. We draw on our experience working with education stakeholders in Singapore and on international scholarship to propose a framework that supports education researchers in clarifying and specifying their aims and audiences and crafting syntheses of appropriate types. Our aim is that this framework, which includes examples illustrating four categories of reviews, acts as a reflective tool which researchers can use to maximize the utility, value, and potential impact of education research.
Date Issued
2024
Publisher
Sage
Journal
Educational Researcher
DOI
10.3102/0013189x241285414