Growth Mixture Modeling for Educational Researchers

Session Type: Professional Development Course

Abstract

This one day extended course builds on participants’ introductory knowledge of structural equation modeling and latent growth modeling to incorporate finite mixture modeling targeting longitudinal methods for both linear and nonlinear change. The course will introduce the basics of growth mixture modeling, focusing on fundamental concepts and practical applications with minimal emphasis on statistical theory. In addition to presenting a conceptual overview of growth mixture models (GMMs), educational data will be used throughout to demonstrate the application of GMMs with primary focus on developing a principled analytic framework.

Sub Unit

• Professional Development and Training Committee

Instructor

• Jeffrey R. Harring, University of Maryland