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SEM involves a model representing how various aspects of some phenomenon are thought to causally connect to one another. Structural equation models often contain postulated causal connections among some latent variables (variables thought to exist but which can't be directly observed).

Steps for performing structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis Step 1: Open IBM SPSS Amos and save the file by selecting File > Save. ... Step 2: Import the SPSS dataset by selecting ?Data Files? from the menu. ... Step 3: Draw the path diagram using the draw latent or its indicator icon.

A Structural Equation Model often follows some general practices: Latent variables are denoted by a circle. Measured variables are denoted by a square. Relationships are denoted by arrows. Variances and residuals are denoted by arrows from a variable to itself.

A Structural Equation Model often follows some general practices: Latent variables are denoted by a circle. Measured variables are denoted by a square. Relationships are denoted by arrows. Variances and residuals are denoted by arrows from a variable to itself.

In addition, Weston and Gore [21] summarized the six steps of SEM as follows: model specification, identification, data preparation, screening, estimation, evaluation, and modification.

SEM analysis procedures Step 1: Specify the model. In the model specification, the researcher specifies the model by determining every relationship between variables relevant to the researcher's interest. ... Step 2: Identify the model. ... Step 3: Estimate the model. ... Step 4: Test the model fit. Step 5: Manipulate the model.

SPSS Amos includes a range of features like Bayesian estimation, latent class analysis and more. Use structural equation modeling and path analysis to understand latent variables. SPSS Amos is available only with the traditional on-premises license option. Compare various editions to see how you can purchase Amos.