Research Methods and Statistics Textbooks

Structural Equation, Multilevel and Multilevel Modeling

  1. Multilevel Modeling of Categorical Outcomes Using IBM SPSS

    By Ronald H Heck, Scott Thomas, Lynn Tabata

    Series: Quantitative Methodology Series

    This is the first workbook that introduces the multilevel approach to modeling with categorical outcomes using IBM SPSS Version 20. Readers learn how to develop, estimate, and interpret multilevel models with categorical outcomes. The authors walk readers through data management, diagnostic tools,...

    Published April 15th 2012 by Routledge

  2. Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus

    Basic Concepts, Applications, and Programming

    By Barbara M. Byrne

    Series: Multivariate Applications Series

    Modeled after Barbara Byrne’s other best-selling structural equation modeling (SEM) books, this practical guide reviews the basic concepts and applications of SEM using Mplus Versions 5 & 6. The author reviews SEM applications based on actual data taken from her own research. Using...

    Published July 20th 2011 by Routledge

  3. Longitudinal Data Analysis

    A Practical Guide for Researchers in Aging, Health, and Social Sciences

    Edited by Jason Newsom, Richard N. Jones, Scott M. Hofer

    Series: Multivariate Applications Series

    This book provides accessible treatment to state-of-the-art approaches to analyzing longitudinal studies. Comprehensive coverage of the most popular analysis tools allows readers to pick and choose the techniques that best fit their research. The analyses are illustrated with examples from major...

    Published July 11th 2011 by Routledge

  4. Cross-Cultural Analysis

    Methods and Applications

    Edited by Eldad Davidov, Peter Schmidt, Jaak Billiet

    Series: European Association of Methodology Series

    Intended to bridge the gap between the latest methodological developments and cross-cultural research, this interdisciplinary resource presents the latest strategies for analyzing cross-cultural data. Techniques are demonstrated through the use of applications that employ cross national data...

    Published November 16th 2010 by Routledge

  5. Multilevel Analysis

    Techniques and Applications, Second Edition

    By Joop Hox, Joop Hox

    Series: Quantitative Methodology Series

    This practical introduction helps readers apply multilevel techniques to their research. Noted as an accessible introduction, the book also includes advanced extensions, making it useful as both an introduction and as a reference to students, researchers, and methodologists. Basic models and...

    Published April 25th 2010 by Routledge

  6. A Beginner's Guide to Structural Equation Modeling

    Third Edition

    By Randall E. Schumacker, Richard G. Lomax

    This best-seller introduces readers to structural equation modeling (SEM) so they can conduct their own analysis and critique related research. Noted for its accessible, applied approach, chapters cover basic concepts and practices and computer input/output from the free student version of Lisrel...

    Published April 20th 2010 by Routledge

  7. Multilevel and Longitudinal Modeling with IBM SPSS

    By Ronald H. Heck, Scott L. Thomas, Lynn N. Tabata

    Series: Quantitative Methodology Series

    This is the first book to demonstrate how to use the multilevel and longitudinal modeling techniques available in IBM SPSS Version 18. The authors tap the power of SPSS’s Mixed Models routine to provide an elegant and accessible approach to these models. Readers who have learned statistics using...

    Published April 11th 2010 by Routledge

  8. Structural Equation Modeling With AMOS

    Basic Concepts, Applications, and Programming, Second Edition

    By Barbara M. Byrne

    Series: Multivariate Applications Series

    This bestselling text provides a practical guide to the basic concepts of structural equation modeling (SEM) and the AMOS program (Versions 17 & 18). The author reviews SEM applications based on actual data taken from her research. Noted for its non-mathematical language, this book is written...

    Published July 27th 2009 by Routledge

  9. An Introduction to Multilevel Modeling Techniques

    2nd Edition

    By Ronald H. Heck, Scott L. Thomas

    Series: Quantitative Methodology Series

    This comprehensive, applied approach to multilevel analysis is distinguished by its wide range of applications relevant to the behavioral, educational, organizational, and social sciences. Univariate and multivariate models are used to understand how to design studies and analyze data. Readers are...

    Published August 17th 2008 by Routledge

  10. A First Course in Structural Equation Modeling

    2nd Edition

    By Tenko Raykov, George A. Marcoulides

    In this book, authors Tenko Raykov and George A. Marcoulides introduce students to the basics of structural equation modeling (SEM) through a conceptual, nonmathematical approach. For ease of understanding, the few mathematical formulas presented are used in a conceptual or illustrative nature,...

    Published March 20th 2006 by Psychology Press

  11. Structural Equation Modeling With EQS

    Basic Concepts, Applications, and Programming, Second Edition

    By Barbara M. Byrne, Barbara M. Byrne

    Series: Multivariate Applications Series

    Readers who want a less mathematical alternative to the EQS manual will find exactly what they're looking for in this practical text. Written specifically for those with little to no knowledge of structural equation modeling (SEM) or EQS, the author's goal is to provide a non-mathematical...

    Published February 16th 2006 by Routledge