From its origins in path analysis and confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation
modeling (SEM) has over the period of the past four decades developed into a widely
utilized research tool that has brought a sea change to many areas of behavioral science
research. Coverage of SEM in graduate training in psychology and the judged competence
of graduates rose substantially from 1990 to 2008 (Aiken, West, & Millsap, 2008; Aiken,
West, Sechrest, & Reno, 1990). Workshops in SEM have proliferated in recent years in both …

Reviews the book, Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling (3rd Ed.) by Rex
B. Kline (see record 2010-18801-000). Kline has provided an expanded and partially
restructured update on his popular introductory structural equation modeling (SEM)
textbook. The 13-chapter book is divided into three sections:" Concepts and Tools"(four
chapters)," Core Techniques"(six chapters), and" Advanced Techniques, Avoiding
Mistakes"(three chapters). Chapters include summaries, recommended reading, and …