Charles S. Reichardt

About the Author

Charles S. Reichardt is a distinguished psychologist and statistician renowned for his contributions to research methodology in the social sciences. With a career spanning decades at the University of Denver, where he serves as a professor of psychology, Reichardt has dedicated himself to demystifying complex analytical techniques for scholars and practitioners alike. His seminal work, Quasi-Experimentation: A Guide to Design and Analysis, part of the Methodology in the Social Sciences Series, has become an indispensable resource for designing and evaluating quasi-experimental studies, bridging the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and real-world applications. Reichardt's expertise extends to program evaluation and quantitative methods, influencing how social scientists approach causal inference without the luxury of randomized controlled trials. Through his clear, accessible writing, he empowers researchers to navigate methodological challenges with confidence and precision.