Multivariate Applications Series
About the Book Series
This series of books offers highly accessible and widely applicable methodological topics that have broad appeal and are written in easy-to understand language. Sponsored by the Society of Multivariate Experimental Psychology http://www.smep.org/, it welcomes methodological applications from a variety of disciplines, such as psychology, public health, sociology, education, and business. Authored or edited volumes should feature one of several approaches:
- the application of a variety of multivariate methods to a single, major area of research;
- a methodological procedure or framework that could be applied to a variety of research areas; or
- a variety of perspectives on a controversial topic of interest to applied researchers.
Interested persons should e-mail: Lisa L. Harlow at [email protected].
Item Response Theory: Foundations for Psychologists and Social Scientists
2nd Edition
By Susan E. Embretson, Steven P. Reise
September 30, 2025
This book provides an intuitive and accessible introduction to item response theory (IRT), making complex psychometric concepts easier to grasp through graphical displays and familiar analogies. It bridges theory and application, helping readers interpret and implement IRT models effectively to ...
Frontiers of Test Validity Theory: Measurement, Causation, and Meaning
2nd Edition
By Keith A. Markus, Denny Borsboom
December 30, 2024
Now in its second edition, this important book examines test validity in the behavioral, social, and educational sciences by exploring three fundamental problems: measurement, causation, and meaning. Psychometric and philosophical perspectives and unresolved issues receive attention, as the authors...
Categorical and Nonparametric Data Analysis: Choosing the Best Statistical Technique
2nd Edition
By E. Michael Nussbaum
May 30, 2024
Now in its second edition, this book provides a focused, comprehensive overview of both categorical and nonparametric statistics, offering a conceptual framework for choosing the most appropriate test in various scenarios. The book’s clear explanations and Exploring the Concept boxes help reduce ...
Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling: A Comprehensive Introduction
2nd Edition
By Jason T. Newsom
October 31, 2023
Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling is a comprehensive resource that reviews structural equation modeling (SEM) strategies for longitudinal data to help readers determine which modeling options are available for which hypotheses. This accessibly written book explores a range of models, from ...
The Essence of Multivariate Thinking: Basic Themes and Methods
3rd Edition
By Lisa L. Harlow
July 31, 2023
Focusing on the underlying themes that run through most multivariate methods, in this fully updated 3rd edition of The Essence of Multivariate Thinking Dr. Harlow shares the similarities and differences among multiple multivariate methods to help ease the understanding of the basic concepts. The ...
Higher-Order Growth Curves and Mixture Modeling with Mplus: A Practical Guide
2nd Edition
By Kandauda Wickrama, Tae Kyoung Lee, Catherine Walker O’Neal, Frederick Lorenz
November 24, 2021
This practical introduction to second-order and growth mixture models using Mplus introduces simple and complex techniques through incremental steps. The authors extend latent growth curves to second-order growth curve and mixture models and then combine the two using normal and non-normal (e.g., ...
Introduction to Item Response Theory Models and Applications
1st Edition
By James Carlson
October 13, 2020
This is a highly accessible, comprehensive introduction to item response theory (IRT) models and their use in various aspects of assessment/testing. The book employs a mixture of graphics and simulated data sets to ease the reader into the material and covers the basics required to obtain a solid ...
Teaching Statistics and Quantitative Methods in the 21st Century
1st Edition
Edited
By Joseph Lee Rodgers
July 14, 2020
This work, which provides a guide for revising and expanding statistical and quantitative methods pedagogy, is useful for novice and seasoned instructors at both undergraduate and graduate levels, inspiring them to use transformative approaches to train students as future researchers. Is it time ...
Longitudinal Multivariate Psychology
1st Edition
Edited
By Emilio Ferrer, Steven M. Boker, Kevin J. Grimm
September 21, 2018
This volume presents a collection of chapters focused on the study of multivariate change. As people develop and change, multivariate measurement of that change and analysis of those measures can illuminate the regularities in the trajectories of individual development, as well as time-dependent ...
Structural Equation Modeling With AMOS: Basic Concepts, Applications, and Programming, Third Edition
3rd Edition
By Barbara M. Byrne
June 24, 2016
This bestselling text provides a practical guide to structural equation modeling (SEM) using the Amos Graphical approach. Using clear, everyday language, the text is ideal for those with little to no exposure to either SEM or Amos. The author reviews SEM applications based on actual data taken from...
What If There Were No Significance Tests?: Classic Edition
1st Edition
Edited
By Lisa L. Harlow, Stanley A. Mulaik, James H. Steiger
March 14, 2016
The classic edition of What If There Were No Significance Tests? highlights current statistical inference practices. Four areas are featured as essential for making inferences: sound judgment, meaningful research questions, relevant design, and assessing fit in multiple ways. Other options (data ...
Multivariate Applications in Substance Use Research: New Methods for New Questions
1st Edition
Edited
By Jennifer S. Rose, Laurie Chassin, Clark C. Presson, Steven J. Sherman
June 08, 2015
This edited volume introduces the latest advances in quantitative methods and illustrates ways to apply these methods to important questions in substance use research. The goal is to provide a forum for dialogue between methodologists developing innovative multivariate statistical methods and ...