7. Module: QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS: STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELING (SEM) WITH AMOS

Today, scientific research is becoming increasingly complex and the need for advanced statistical methods to make sense of the relationships between variables is growing. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) provides researchers with a powerful framework for testing theoretical models, analyzing latent variables, and validating measurement instruments. This module is designed as a comprehensive guide for researchers who want to understand the basic concepts and application steps of SEM using AMOS software. The main purpose of this module is to provide both a theoretical and practical perspective for researchers who want to use SEM in different fields such as education, psychology and business, especially in social sciences.

As a practical reference for students, academics and researchers, this module aims to simplify the technical aspects of SEM, enabling the reader to make effective use of the facilities offered by AMOS. Each chapter is structured to help the reader easily understand the application process, supported by example models and explanations. We hope that this study will contribute to all researchers trying to understand the SEM method.

Ezgi Güney Uygun, Dr. Mustafa Özgenel

MODULE ROAD MAP

Objectives

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION

Objective 1 – Key Concepts of Structural Equation Modeling

Objective 1.1. –  Observed and Latent Variables

Objective 1.2. – Exogenous and Endogenous Variables

Objective 1.3. – Mediator and Moderator Variables

Objective 1.4. – Confirmatory Factor Analysis Models

Objective 1.5. – Structural Equation Models

Chapter 2. STEPS OF STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELING (SEM) WITH AMOS

Objective 1 – Opening the Data File to be Analyzed

Objective 2 – Determination of Normality Assumption

Objective 3 – Creating the Structural Model

Objective 4 – Testing the Measurement Model

Objective 5 – Testing the Structural Model

Objective 6 – Modification

Objective 7 – Determination of Model Validity

The main focus of interest in Module 7 is the explanation the steps for conducting Structural Equation modeling (SEM) in AMOS. In order to make steps of SEM easier to understand, at the beginning of the module a brief general outline of the SEM, its function and basic concepts are provided. This is followed by a thorough explanation of steps of the SEM in AMOS, including interface of AMOS, importing the files into AMOS, fulfill the requirements for SEM, and instructions about how to conduct SEM in AMOS. At the end, the steps given for conducting SEM in AMOS are summarized for the convenience of the reader.

Module 7 comprises the following chapters:

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Steps of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with AMOS

Authors:

Ezgi Güney UYGUN

Dr. Mustafa ÖZGENEL

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