Maximum Likelihood for Social Science: Strategies for Analysis by Michael D. War

Description: Maximum Likelihood for Social Science by Michael D. Ward, John S. Ahlquist A new advanced text in applied statistics and methodology in the social sciences, aimed at Ph.D. students in political science, sociology, and related disciplines. The authors take an applied perspective here, emphasizing core statistical concepts, computation in R, and the tools for evaluating and interpreting statistical models. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This volume provides a practical introduction to the method of maximum likelihood as used in social science research. Ward and Ahlquist focus on applied computation in R and use real social science data from actual, published research. Unique among books at this level, it develops simulation-based tools for model evaluation and selection alongside statistical inference. The book covers standard models for categorical data as well as counts, duration data, and strategies for dealing with data missingness. By working through examples, math, and code, the authors build an understanding about the contexts in which maximum likelihood methods are useful and develop skills in translating mathematical statements into executable computer code. Readers will not only be taught to use likelihood-based tools and generate meaningful interpretations, but they will also acquire a solid foundation for continued study of more advanced statistical techniques. Author Biography Michael D. Ward is Professor Emeritus at Duke University, North Carolina. He has taught at Northwestern University, the University of Colorado, and the University of Washington. He worked as a principal research scientist at the Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin and held a Chaire Municipale at the University of Pierre Mendes France (Grenoble II). His work began with a study of the links between global and national inequalities, continued with seminal articles on the conflict processes in the Cold War, and more recently turned to analyses of networks of conflict and cooperation in the contemporary era. At Duke University, he established an innovative research lab of graduate and undergraduate students focusing on conflict prediction. One of the first political scientists to focus on the role of prediction in scholarly and policy work, he continues these efforts in his company, Predictive Heuristics, a data analytics firm that provides risk analysis for commercial and institutional clients. John S. Ahlquist is Associate Professor of Political Economy at University of California, San Diegos School of Global Policy and Strategy and a 2017–18 Fellow at Stanfords Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences. He previously held faculty positions at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and Florida State University. His work has focused on the political structure and actions of labor unions, as well as the politics of redistribution and social insurance in a globalized economy. His methodological interests have spanned statistical models for network data; machine learning and cluster analysis; and the analysis of survey list experiments. He is author of over twenty journal articles appearing in a variety of outlets, including the American Journal of Political Science, American Political Science Review, the Journal of Politics, and Political Analysis. His most recent book (with Margaret Levi) is In the Interest of Others (2013). He is a past winner of a variety of prizes, including the Macur Olson Award, the Michael Wallerstein Award, and the APSA Labor Project Best Book Award. Ahlquist holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington and a B.A. from University of California Berkeley. Table of Contents Part I. Concepts, Theory, and Implementation: 1. Introduction to maximum likelihood; 2. Theory; 3. Maximum likelihood for binary outcomes; 4. Implementing MLE; Part II. Model Evaluation and Interpretation: 5. Model evaluation and selection; 6. Inference and interpretation; Part III. The Generalized Linear Model: 7. The generalized linear model; 8. Ordered categorical variable models 9. Models for nominal data; 10. Strategies for analyzing count data; Part IV. Advanced Topics: 10. Duration; 11. Strategies for missing data; Part V. A Look Ahead: 13. Epilogue; Index. Review … offer[s] an excellent text with the goal to introduce social scientists to the maximum likelihood principle in a practical way. M. Oromaner, Choice Promotional Practical, example-driven introduction to maximum likelihood for the social sciences. Emphasizes computation in R, model selection and interpretation. Review Quote ... offer[s] an excellent text with the goal to introduce social scientists to the maximum likelihood principle in a practical way. M. Oromaner, Choice Promotional "Headline" Practical, example-driven introduction to maximum likelihood for the social sciences. Emphasizes computation in R, model selection and interpretation. Description for Bookstore A new advanced text in applied statistics and methodology in the social sciences, aimed at Ph.D. students in political science, sociology, and related disciplines. The authors take an applied perspective here, emphasizing core statistical concepts, computation in R, and the tools for evaluating and interpreting statistical models. Description for Library A new advanced text in applied statistics and methodology in the social sciences, aimed at Ph.D. students in political science, sociology, and related disciplines. The authors take an applied perspective here, emphasizing core statistical concepts, computation in R, and the tools for evaluating and interpreting statistical models. Details ISBN1316636828 ISBN-10 1316636828 ISBN-13 9781316636824 Format Paperback Author John S. Ahlquist Publisher Cambridge University Press Media Book Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle Strategies for Analysis Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 300.72 Affiliation University of California, San Diego Pages 324 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises; 43 Tables, black and white; 49 Line drawings, black and white Year 2018 Publication Date 2018-11-15 Short Title Maximum Likelihood for Social Science Language English UK Release Date 2018-11-15 AU Release Date 2018-11-15 NZ Release Date 2018-11-15 Series Analytical Methods for Social Research Alternative 9781107185821 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168622110;

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