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HECOL 522

Introduction to Structural Equation Modeling

3 units

Fall 2025

Topics

  • Specification and Identification of Path
  • Model Estimation and Local Fit Testing
  • Model Testing and Indexing
  • Comparing Models
  • Comparing Groups
  • Confirmatory Factor Analysis
  • Structural Regression Modeling
  • Measurement Invariance
  • Choose Your Own Adventure
  • Student Presentations

Readings

  • Kline, R. B. (2023). Principles and practice of structural equation modeling (5th ed.). New York: The Guilford Press
    required
Fall 2023

Topics

  • Specification and Identification of Path
  • Model Estimation and Local Fit Testing
  • Model Testing and Indexing
  • Comparing Models
  • Comparing Groups
  • Confirmatory Factor Analysis
  • Structural Regression Modeling
  • Measurement Invariance
  • Choose Your Own Adventure
  • Student Presentations
  • Prepare data for SEM analysis
  • Conceptually understand the specification, identification, and estimation of path models, confirmatory factor analysis models, and structural regression models
  • Analyze and interpret results of path models, CFA models, and structural regression models
  • Develop proficiency using Mplus or a comparable statistical program for data analysis
  • Critically read and understand published work using SEM techniques
  • Construct a publishable manuscript using SEM techniques

Readings

  • Kline, R. B. (2023). Principles and practice of structural equation modeling (5th ed.). New York: The Guilford Press
    required
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