Institutional research and the classical experimental paradigm / Bernard D. Yancey -- Comparing groups using continuous data / Michael Yost -- Using log-linear models in higher education research / Dennis E. Hinkle, Gerald W. McLaughlin, James T. Austin -- Applying regression analysis to problems in institutional research / Tom R. Bohannon -- Causal modeling for institutional researchers / Arlett E. Moline -- Forecasting methods for institutional research / Linda W. Jennings, Dean M. Young -- Exploratory data analysis methods for institutional researchers / Bernard D. Yancey.