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A Primer on Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM)
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A Primer on Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM)

Second Edition


February 2016 | 384 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc

With applications using SmartPLS (www.smartpls.com)—the primary software used in partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM)—this practical guide provides concise instructions on how to use this evolving statistical technique to conduct research and obtain solutions. Featuring the latest research, new examples, and expanded discussions throughout, the Second Edition is designed to be easily understood by those with limited statistical and mathematical training who want to pursue research opportunities in new ways.

Please note that all examples in this Second Edition use SmartPLS 3.
To access this software, please visit this link.


 
Chapter 1: An Introduction to Structural Equation Modeling
What Is Structural Equation Modeling?

 
Considerations in Using Structural Equation Modeling

 
Structural Equation Modeling With Partial Least Squares Path Modeling

 
PLS-SEM, CB-SEM, and Regressions Based on Sum Scores

 
Organization of Remaining Chapters

 
 
Chapter 2: Specifying the Path Model and Examining Data
Stage 1: Specifying the Structural Model

 
Stage 2: Specifying the Measurement Models

 
Stage 3: Data Collection and Examination

 
Case Study Illustration: Specifying the PLS-SEM Model

 
Path Model Creation Using the SmartPLS Software

 
 
Chapter 3: Path Model Estimation
Stage 4: Model Estimation and the PLS-SEM Algorithm

 
Case Study Illustration: PLS Path Model Estimation (Stage 4)

 
 
Chapter 4: Assessing PLS-SEM Results Part I: Evaluation of Reflective Measurement Models
Overview of Stage 5: Evaluation of Measurement Models

 
Stage 5a: Assessing Results of Reflective Measurement Models

 
Case Study Illustration—Reflective Measurement Models

 
Running the PLS-SEM Algorithm

 
Reflective Measurement Model Evaluation

 
 
Chapter 5: Assessing PLS-SEM Results Part II: Evaluation of the Formative Measurement Models
Stage 5b: Assessing Results of Formative Measurement Models

 
Bootstrapping Procedure

 
Bootstrap Confidence Intervals

 
Case Study Illustration—Evaluation of Formative Measurement Models

 
 
Chapter 6: Assessing PLS-SEM Results Part III: Evaluation of the Structural Model
Stage 6: Assessing PLS-SEM Structural Model Results

 
Case Study Illustration—How Are PLS-SEM Structural Model Results Reported?

 
 
Chapter 7: Mediator and Moderator Analysis
Mediation

 
Moderation

 
 
Chapter 8: Outlook on Advanced Methods
Importance-Performance Map Analysis

 
Hierarchical Component Models

 
Confirmatory Tetrad Analysis

 
Dealing With Observed and Unobserved Heterogeneity

 
Consistent Partial Least Squares

 

Supplements

Student Resource Site
Visit the companion website to download data sets and other materials to supplement your studies in PLS-SEM!

“A text that students will find easy to read and enjoyable.”

Toni M. Somers
Wayne State University

I found the book to be informative for my students.

Dr Keith Ng
The University of Waikato Joint Institute, Zhejiang University City College
October 1, 2021

WEll explained friendly

Mrs Gloria Aznar
Business Economics, San Pablo University - CEU
April 5, 2021

The book brings new possibilities to analyse data. The book is easy to understand. Even the advanced topics are clear and easy to apply.

Professor Lucas Lira Finoti
Business Administration , FACEAR
April 7, 2016
Key features

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

  • A new overview of the latest research on composite-based modeling (e.g., distinction between composite and causal indicators) enhances reader understanding of the conceptual foundation for PLS-SEM.
  • New coverage includes recent discussion of PLS-SEM as a composite-based method to SEM, the distinction between PLS-SEM and CB-SEM and the model constellations which favor the use of PLS-SEM, the concept of model fit in a PLS-SEM context, and a new criterion for discriminant validity assessment: the heterotrait-monotrait (HTMT) ratio of correlations.
  • A new in-depth discussion explores the various types of mediation, alternative mediation analysis procedures, mediated moderation, and moderated mediation.
  • Coverage of several methods for constructing bootstrap confidence intervals includes percentile, studentized, bias-corrected, and accelerated, as well as two double bootstrap methods.
  • An updated chapter on advanced topics briefly introduces, among others, the importance-performance map analysis, confirmatory tetrad analysis, multigroup analysis, and measurement invariance assessment in PLS-SEM.
  • An extended description of moderation covers different approaches for creating the interaction term (e.g., the orthogonalizing approach), three-way interactions, measurement model evaluation, and the interpretation of results by using slope plots.

 KEY FEATURES:

  • Simple instructions give readers the “how-tos” of using the SmartPLS software (www.smartpls.com) to obtain solutions, and prepare manuscripts using PLS-SEM for academic journal submissions.
  • Rules of Thumb in every chapter provide guidelines on best practices in the application and interpretation of PLS-SEM.
  • A focus on accessibility is reflected through limited equations, formulas, and Greek symbols to facilitate clear understanding.
  • Chapters organized around learning outcomes simplify the process of learning the concepts and statistical terms.
  • Concepts consistently defined in plain language further facilitate comprehension of methods.

Sample Materials & Chapters

Chapter 4


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