Applied Panel Data Analysis for Economic and Social Surveys

The textbook "Applied Panel Data Analysis for Economic and Social Surveys" offers a comprehensive introduction to the analysis of panel data, which is used in many economic and social surveys. It is aimed at master's and doctoral students, as well as applied researchers in the social sciences, psychology, business administration, and economics. The book covers various statistical models, including fixed and random effects, change models, and event history models. The authors explain the methods using practical examples from academic journals, allowing readers to replicate the analyses with the provided data. By comparing the models, readers are assisted in selecting the appropriate model for their applied research. Prior knowledge of linear regression and a good understanding of the method of least squares are advantageous.