doi:10.1177/0049124187016001004

Paper Title

Practical Issues in Structural Modeling

Authors

Peter M. Bentler

Chih Ping Chou

Keywords

Structural Modeling
Covariance Structure Analysis (CSA)
Model Fit
Estimation Issues
Conceptual Requirements
Statistical Requirements
Practical Applications
Assumption Violations
Model Evaluation
Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)
Fit Indices
Model Specification
Analytical Solutions
Parameter Estimation
Data Interpretation
Practical Challenges
Optimization Methods
Model Validation
Statistical Techniques
Application Issues
Model Assumptions
Successful Implementation
Model Accuracy
Theoretical Considerations
Empirical Analysis
Solution Strategies
Model Refinement
Structural Equation Methods
Statistical Modeling Approaches
Advanced Modeling Techniques
Structural Analysis

Article Type

Research Article

Journal

Sociological Methods & Research

Research Impact Tools

DOI

10.1177/0049124187016001004

Issue

Volume : 16 | Issue : 1 | Page No : 78-117

Published On

August, 1987

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Abstract

Practical problems that are frequently encountered in applications of covariance structure analysis are discussed and solutions are suggested. Conceptual, statistical, and practical requirements for structural modeling are reviewed to indicate how basic assumptions might be violated. Problems associated with estimation, results, and model fit are also mentioned. Various issues in each area are raised, and possible solutions are provided to encourage more appropriate and successful applications of structural modeling.