Designing the Logistics for Large-Scale Randomized Controlled Trials: Six Strategies for Implementation at Scale

Citation

Estrella, G., Shechtman, N., & Roschelle, J. (2010). Designing the logistics for large-scale randomized controlled trials: Six strategies for implementation at scale. Menlo Park, CA: SRI International

Summary

The Scaling Up SimCalc Project demonstrates how careful attention to logistics can permit use of a distributed data strategy in a set of large-scale experiments without compromising rigorous control and systematic organization of data. This technical report documents the key challenges and strategies.

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