Multiple-group analysis

Research on differences between groups usually warrants two main research questions: ‘Are the average levels of a construct different between groups?’ and “Is the strength of the relationship between 2 (or more) constructs different between groups?”. But to answer both of these questions, the researcher must first ensure that the constructs measured function equivalently across groups. Can one truly conclude that 2 groups differ in a construct if it is revealed that the 2 groups under investigation interpreted the questionnaire differently?

Day 3 covers multiple group analysis and includes both information about measurement equivalence (i.e. invariance) and how to answer the main research questions of multiple-group studies.

Schedule:

• Session 1: Multiple-group analysis and invariance testing
• Session 2: Measurement invariance
• Session 3: Structural invariance and Moderated mediation
• Session 4: Recap and Quiz