Introduction to Applied Bayesian Statistics and Estimation for Social Scientists (Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences)
Scott M. Lynch
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Hardcover. Introduction to Applied Bayesian Statistics and Estimation for Social Scientists Series: Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences. Num Pages: 359 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 24. Weight in Grams: 730.
"Introduction to Applied Bayesian Statistics and Estimation for Social Scientists" covers the complete process of Bayesian statistical analysis in great detail from the development of a model through the process of making statistical inference. The key feature of this book is that it covers models that are most commonly used in social science research - including the linear regression model, generalized linear models, hierarchical models, and multivariate regression models - and it thoroughly develops each real-data example in painstaking detail.
The first part of the book provides a detailed introduction to mathematical statistics and the Bayesian approach to statistics, as ... Read more
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Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer
Condition
New
Series
Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences
Number of Pages
359
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9780387712642
SKU
V9780387712642
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Reviews for Introduction to Applied Bayesian Statistics and Estimation for Social Scientists (Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences)
From the reviews: "The book … contains a very detailed and comprehensive description of MCMC methods useful for applied researchers. … Undoubtedly the book is interesting … . The reader will gain an extensive knowledge of the issues covered … ." (Dimitris Karlis, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1133 (11), 2008) "This new offering adds to our burgeoning ... Read more