WK 12
Structural Equation Modeling: Advanced Techniques

Sunday, August 10, 2014: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Carr, Sheraton Hotel
Organizer:
James B. Grace, U.S. Geological Survey, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center
Speakers:
James B. Grace, U.S. Geological Survey, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center; and Donald R. Schoolmaster Jr., Five Rivers Services at US Geological Survey
This workshop will illustrate several important advances in structural equation modeling (SEM). Emphasis will be on a new graph-theoretic implementation of SEM, which permits both likelihood and Bayesian estimation methods, as well as non-Gaussian responses and nonlinear linkage functions. The workshop will provide (1) empirical demonstrations to highlight how these advances increase SEM’s capacity for retrospective reasoning and prediction; and (2) guided exploration of tutorials that are designed to increase participant’s confidence in applying the new tools. Participants must have a basic understanding of SEM, a background in modern statistics, and general competence with the R statistical platform.

Registration Fee: $37

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