{"product_id":"9780761951704","title":"Introducing LISREL: A Guide for the Uninitiated","description":" Emphasizing substantive issues rather than intricate statistical details, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to LISREL for structural equation modeling (SEM) using a non-technical, user-oriented approach that. The emphasis is on:\u003cbr\u003e- exposing the reader to the major steps associated with the formulation and testing of a model under the LISREL framework\u003cbr\u003e- describing the key decisions associated with each step\u003cbr\u003e- highlighting potential problems and limitations associated with LISREL modeling\u003cbr\u003e- assisting the interpretation of LISREL input and output files.\u003cp\u003eThe overall aim is to provide a critical understanding of what is really involved in LISREL modeling and sensitize the reader against `mechanically' fitting or modifying models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe entire range of decisions associated with the practical application of the LISREL program is covered in a user-friendly fashion. Concrete examples are used throughout to illustrate issues relating to model conceptualization, specification, identification, estimation, evaluation, modification, and cross-validation and illustrated with actual program output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe program is made much more accessible by adopting the more user-friendly SIMPLIS command language for preparing input files. Although primarily aimed at beginning users, readers are directed to further reading together with a comprehensive bibliography for the more advanced user.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAGE Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47020410339568,"sku":"9780761951704","price":157.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780761951704_p0.jpg?v=1763655325","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780761951704","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}