Sage Publications Sage Structural Equation Modeling - Concepts and Applications

Improve your research methodology with Structural Equation Modeling: Concepts, Issues, and Applications from Sage Publications. This volume provides a nontechnical review of the major issues researchers face when implementing structural equation modeling in their work. Whether you are looking to understand recent developments in specification, estimation, and testing, or you need a better grasp of statistical power, this book covers essential topics. It includes helpful comparisons of different software and guidance on analyzing multitrait/multimethod data. By providing numerous application examples, this text helps bridge the gap between theory and practice. You will gain insight into the underlying philosophy of structural equation modeling and receive practical advice on how to properly write up your results from these analyses. This is an essential resource for those working within the social sciences and anthropology.