Gregory R. Hancock|Rob Schoonen
Structural Equation Modeling: Possibilities for Language Learning Researchers1
University of Maryland, College Park|University of Amsterdam
although classical statistical techniques valuable tool second language l2 research l2 research questions started grow beyond techniques capabilities indeed often limited questions complex constructs relate constituent subskills longitudinal development constructs factors affecting development differences among populations average amounts complex constructs relations require broader analytical framework fortunately structural equation modeling sem versatile everexpanding family techniques able accommodate questions many current article describes questions addressed sem presents research examples within existing l2 literature provides examples incredible potential sem cautions practice resources information