Lisrel

Lisrel is a structural equation modeling (SEM) software application developed by SSILive, designed for complex statistical analysis, including latent variable analysis, path analysis, and covariance structure models. Lisrel is used widely in social sciences, psychology, and business for research that involves understanding relationships between variables. It is a powerful tool for faculty, students, and researchers engaged in empirical research, especially for multivariate data analysis.

Key Features

• Structural Equation Modeling: Supports complex SEM, allowing for comprehensive modeling of relationships among observed and latent variables.
• Path Analysis and Regression Models: Offers tools for path analysis, regression, and mediation models, aiding in hypothesis testing.
• Multivariate Analysis: Capable of performing factor analysis, covariance analysis, and various multivariate techniques.
• User-Friendly Interface: Includes both syntax-based and graphical interfaces, catering to a wide range of users from beginners to advanced statisticians.

Benefits

• Empowers Complex Research: Enables users to analyze complex data structures, offering insights into causal relationships in research data.
• Enhances Educational Opportunities: Provides students with hands-on experience in SEM, preparing them for advanced research and analytics careers.
• Accessible on Campus: Available in dedicated computer labs, ensuring reliable access for academic purposes.
• Supports Reproducible Research: Generates robust statistical results that contribute to high-quality, reproducible studies.

University faculty, staff, and students involved in social sciences, psychology, business, and any field where SEM is utilized in research and teaching. Access requires a faculty request for installation on LUC-owned computers.

This service is provided at no additional cost to eligible* individuals or departments, as it is fully funded by the institution.

*Questions on eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*