Course Description
Methods and interpretation of exploratory factor analysis, including extraction and rotation methods, interpretation of computer output, and issues in factor analytic research.
Athena Title
Exploratory Factor Analysis
Prerequisite
ERSH 8320 and ERSH 8610
Semester Course Offered
Offered summer semester every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
By the end of the course students should be able to: Understand the differences between principal components and principal axis analyses. Understand the differences between rotational methods. Interpret factor analysis computer output. Read and understand exploratory factor analysis (EFA) applications. Judge the technical quality of EFA applications. Critically review EFA articles. Carry out basic EFA analyses.
Topical Outline
Assumptions & Data Preparation Factor Models Extraction Methods Deciding on the Number of Factors Rotation Methods Evaluating Factor Analytic Research Reporting Factor Analysis Results
Syllabus
Public CV