Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis: guidelines, issues, and alternatives

The debate over the use of exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) in organizational research is examined. A panel of 5 experts was assembled to discuss the underlying issues and provide guidance for researchers interested in the use of EFA and CFA. A discussion poin...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of organizational behavior 1997-11, Vol.18 (6), p.667-683
Hauptverfasser:	Hurley, Amy E., Scandura, Terri A., Schriesheim, Chester A., Brannick, Michael T., Seers, Anson, Vandenberg, Robert J., Williams, Larry J.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	A priori knowledge Analytical estimating Behavior modeling Comparison Confirmatory factor analysis Datasets Debates Discriminant analysis Exploratory factor analysis Factor analysis Maximum likelihood estimation Modeling Observational research Organization theory Organizational behavior Organizations Point/Counterpoint Population estimates Propriety
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Zusammenfassung:	The debate over the use of exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) in organizational research is examined. A panel of 5 experts was assembled to discuss the underlying issues and provide guidance for researchers interested in the use of EFA and CFA. A discussion points out how important it is for researchers to scrutinize their decision regarding the analysis they will utilize in their studies.
ISSN:	0894-3796 1099-1379
DOI:	10.1002/(SICI)1099-1379(199711)18:6<667::AID-JOB874>3.0.CO;2-T