Categorical Variables in Developmental Research

Methods of Analysis

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Hardbound, 286 Pages
Published: JAN-1996
ISBN 10: 0-12-724965-6
ISBN 13: 978-0-12-724965-0
Imprint: ACADEMIC PRESS


Edited by
Alexander von Eye, Michigan State University, East Lansing, U.S.A.
Clifford Clogg, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, U.S.A.

Description
This book provides developmental researchers with the basic tools for understanding how to utilize categorical variables in their data analysis. Covering the measurement of individual differences in growth rates, the measurement of stage transitions, latent class and log-linear models, chi-square, and more, the book provides a means for developmental researchers to make use of categorical data.

Audience:
Research scientists, academics, and graduate students in developmental psychology, gerontology, and statistics.


 
Last update: 5 Nov 2011