Theory-based data analysis for the social sciences
The advent of complex and powerful computer-generated statistical models has greatly eroded the former prominence of social theory in data analysis, replacing it with an emphasis on statistical technique. To correct this trend, Carol S. Aneshensel presents a method for bringing data analysis and statistical technique into line with theory.
Print Book, English, ©2002
Pine Forge Press, Thousand Oaks, Calif., ©2002
xxii, 254 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
9780761987369, 0761987363
48674527
Introduction to theory-based data analysis
The logic of theory-based data analysis
Associations and relationships
The focal relationship : demonstrating internal validity
Ruling out alternative explanations
Ruling out alternative theoretical explanations
Elaborating an explanation
Specifying conditions of influence : effect modification and subgroup variation