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