Longitudinal Data Analysis
Designs, Models and Methods
- Catrien C J H Bijleveld - Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR) and Free University Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Leo van der Kamp - University of Leiden, Netherlands
- Ab Mooijaart
- Willem A van der Kloot
- Rien van der Leeden
- Eeke Van Der Burg
However, longitudinal research has many faces. This book examines all the main approaches as well as newer developments (such as structural equation modelling, multilevel modelling and optimal scaling) to enable the reader to gain a thorough understanding of the approach and make appropriate decisions about which technique can be applied to the research problem. Conceptual explanations are used to keep technical terms to a minimum; examples are provided for each approach; issues of design, measurement and significance are considered; and a standard notation is used throughout.
`This is an outstanding book. Its authors have performed a valuable service to the statistical community and those who need to elucidate data collected on a number of occasions. Read it! Enjoy it! You will learn a lot!' - Short Book Reviews, International Statistical Institute