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S2E30: ‘Always Center Your Predictors!’ And Other Sh*t My Advisor Says

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Exploring Latent Variables and Their Implications in Education

This chapter delves into the nuances of viewing covariates as latent variables, focusing on formative versus reflective indicators. It integrates insights from prominent researchers to discuss the complexities of educational constructs like socioeconomic status and teacher efficacy, while critiquing oversimplified analytical methods.

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