Making Sense of Factor Analysis: The Use of Factor Analysis for Instrument Development in Health Care Research [Paperback]

Marjorie A. Pett (Author), Nancy R. Lackey (Author), John J. Sullivan (Author)

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Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: Sage Publications (Mar 21 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0761919503
ISBN-13: 978-0761919506
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.5 x 2 cm
Shipping Weight: 476 g
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #198,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Making Sense of Factor Analysis: The Use of Factor Analysis for Instrument Development in Health Care Research presents a straightforward explanation of the complex statistical procedures involved in factor analysis. Authors Marjorie A. Pett, Nancy M. Lackey, and John J. Sullivan provide a step-by-step approach to analyzing data using statistical computer packages like SPSS and SAS. Emphasizing the interrelationship between factor analysis and test construction, the authors examine numerous practical and theoretical decisions that must be made to efficiently run and accurately interpret the outcomes of these sophisticated computer programs

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Presents the complex statistical procedures involved in factor analysis. A step-by-step approach to analyzing data using statistical computer packages like SPSS for Windows and SAS. Offers a practical method for developing tests, validating instruments, and reporting outcomes. Softcover, hardcover available. DLC: Medicine--Research--Statistical methods.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A superb book on factor analysis, Aug 12 2006

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This is a great book for those who are new to factor analysis. Although written from the perspective of a health care researcher, it's easily accessible to folks in other disciplines (I'm in educational leadership). I especially appreciated the step-by-step process for doing factor analysis from beginning to end, along with thorough explanations of various choices (and why you'd make them) along the way.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is awesome!, Jun 4 2010

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This is the best book I've found on factor analysis - I am not mathematically inclined, but I do want to understand "the sense" of factor analysis. This book is detailed, clear, with concise summaries as well as detailed explanations of the matrix algebra and math of factor analyses. It contains clear and useful diagrams. I have checked out several other books on factor analysis - this is the one that finally explained the subject to me.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Reference, July 21 2009

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I have used this book for over two years now. I keep it in my small "library" of books and articles on factor analysis. I am not a statistician, but I do use factor analysis regularly in my research. The authors provide as good an explanation of the process and how to use the method as any writers. The reason I give it a top rating is its attention to practical issues that the statistician would not consider but are essential in the practical application of factor analysis to understanding data. I recommend adding the book to your library!

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