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This book provides a comprehensive and unified treatment of finite sample statistics and econometrics, a field that has evolved in the last five decades. Within this framework, this is the first book which discusses the basic analytical tools of finite sample econometrics, and explores their
applications to models covered in a first year graduate course in econometrics, including repression functions, dynamic models, forecasting, simultaneous equations models, panel data models, and censored models. Both linear and nonlinear models, as well as models with normal and non-normal errors,
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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Econometrics, published by Elsevier in 2005. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Monte Carlo studies have shown that estimated asymptotic standard errors of the efficient two-step generalized method of moments (GMM) estimator can be severely downward biased in small samples. The weight matrix used in the calculation of the efficient two-step GMM estimator is based on initial consistent parameter estimates. In this paper it is shown that the extra variation due to the presence of these estimated parameters in the weight matrix accounts for much of the difference between the finite sample and the usual asymptotic variance of the two-step GMM estimator, when the moment conditions used are linear in the parameters. This difference can be estimated, resulting in a finite sample corrected estimate of the variance. In a Monte Carlo study of a panel data model it is shown that the corrected variance estimate approximates the finite sample variance well, leading to more accurate inference.
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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Econometrics, published by Elsevier in 2007. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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We investigate the finite sample properties of the maximum likelihood estimator for the spatial autoregressive model. A stochastic expansion of the score function is used to develop the second-order bias and mean squared error of the maximum likelihood estimator. We show that the results can be expressed in terms of the expectations of cross products of quadratic forms, or ratios of quadratic forms in a normal vector which can be evaluated using the top order invariant polynomial. Our numerical calculations demonstrate that the second-order behaviors of the maximum likelihood estimator depend on the degree of sparseness of the weights matrix.
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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Econometrics, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Tests in vector autoregressive (VAR) models are typically based on large-sample approximations, involving the use of asymptotic distributions or bootstrap techniques. After documenting that such methods can be very misleading even with fairly large samples, we propose a general simulation-based technique that allows one to control completely test levels in parametric VAR models. In particular, we show that maximized Monte Carlo tests [Dufour, 2005. Monte Carlo tests with nuisance parameters: a general approach to finite-sample inference and nonstandard asymptotics in econometrics. Journal of Econometrics, forthcoming] can provide provably exact tests for such models, whether they are stationary or integrated. Applications to order selection and causality testing are considered as special cases. The technique developed is applied to a VAR model of the U.S. economy.
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The Refinement of Econometric Estimation and Test Procedures: Finite Sample and Asymptotic Analysis
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The small sample properties of estimators and tests are frequently too complex to be useful or are unknown. Much econometric theory is therefore developed for very large or asymptotic samples where it is assumed that the behaviour of estimators and tests will adequately represent their properties in small samples. Refined asymptotic methods adopt an intermediate position by providing improved approximations to small sample behaviour using asymptotic expansions. Dedicated to the memory of Michael Magdalinos, whose work is a major contribution to this area, this book contains chapters directly concerned with refined asymptotic methods. In addition, there are chapters focussing on new asymptotic results; the exploration through simulation of the small sample behaviour of estimators and tests in panel data models; and improvements in methodology. With contributions from leading econometricians, this collection will be essential reading for researchers and graduate students concerned with the use of asymptotic methods in econometric analysis.
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Tests for heteroskedasticity in linear regressions are typically based on asymptotic approximations. We show that the size of such tests can be perfectly controlled in finite samples through Monte Carlo test techniques, with both Gaussian and non-Gaussian (heavy-tailed) disturbance distributions. The procedures studied include standard heteroskedasticity tests [e.g., Glejser, Bartlett, Cochran, Hartley, Breusch-Pagan-Godfrey, White, Szroeter] as well as tests for ARCH-type heteroskedasticity. Sup-type and combined tests are also proposed to allow for unknown breakpoints in the variance. The fact that the proposed procedures achieve size control and have good power is demonstrated in a Monte Carlo simulation.
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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Econometrics, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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This paper proposes exact distribution-free permutation tests for the specification of a non-linear regression model against one or more possibly non-nested alternatives. The new tests may be validly applied to a wide class of models, including models with endogenous regressors and lag structures. These tests build on the well-known J test developed by Davidson and MacKinnon [1981. Several tests for model specification in the presence of alternative hypotheses. Econometrica 49, 781-793] and their exactness holds under broader assumptions than those underlying the conventional J test. The J-type test statistics are used with a randomization or Monte Carlo resampling technique which yields an exact and computationally inexpensive inference procedure. A simulation experiment confirms the theoretical results and also shows the performance of the new procedure under violations of the maintained assumptions. The test procedure developed is illustrated by an application to inflation dynamics.
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We propose a finite sample approach to some of the most common limited dependent variables models. The method rests on the maximized Monte Carlo (MMC) test technique proposed by Dufour [1998. Monte Carlo tests with nuisance parameters: a general approach to finite-sample inference and nonstandard asymptotics. Journal of Econometrics, this issue]. We provide a general way for implementing tests and confidence regions. We show that the decision rule associated with a MMC test may be written as a Mixed Integer Programming problem. The branch-and-bound algorithm yields a global maximum in finite time. An appropriate choice of the statistic yields a consistent test, while fulfilling the level constraint for any sample size. The technique is illustrated with numerical data for the logit model.
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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Econometrics, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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The technique of Monte Carlo (MC) tests [Dwass (1957, Annals of Mathematical Statistics 28, 181-187); Barnard (1963, Journal of the Royal Statistical Society, Series B 25, 294)] provides a simple method for building exact tests from statistics whose finite sample distribution is intractable but can be simulated (when no nuisance parameter is involved). We extend this method in two ways: first, by allowing for MC tests based on exchangeable possibly discrete test statistics; second, by generalizing it to statistics whose null distribution involves nuisance parameters [maximized MC (MMC) tests]. Simplified asymptotically justified versions of the MMC method are also proposed: these provide a simple way of improving standard asymptotics and dealing with nonstandard asymptotics.
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Macroeconomic and Structural Adjustment Policies in Zimbabwe (International Political Economy)
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The essays in this book examine Zimbabwe's macroeconomic and structural adjustment experiences since independence. Part One analyzes the impact on economic growth, inflation, employment and labor markets. Part Two deals with financial liberalization, and the financial turmoil and currency crisis experienced in the wake of reforms. Part Three examines trade liberalization and its impact on investment and income distribution. Part Four gives sectoral perspectives on the agricultural, manufacturing, and health sectors.
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Authoritative Bruckner Society editions of Austrian composer's two most famous symphonies: Symphony No. 4 in E-flat ("Romantic") and the Symphony No. 7 in E. Edition most faithful to Bruckner’s original intentions. Lists of Instruments. Translations of introductions.
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Dover Score of Bruckner 4&7 - Haas.......2006-09-18
I conducted 7th Symphony last week. Make sure you know the differences of Haas and Nowak. Even the Kalmus parts we had, supposed to be Haas, had some differences, most notably for example in the 1st movement bars 125-130, where Dover has many brass doublings and Kalmus only 2 horns and tuba only in bars 127-130. Also many tempo markings are missing in Dover, mostly Ruhig and belebend stuff.
If you correct these, you have a great book - big print, good paper and durable binding.
perfectly accurate.......2004-08-17
this is really a great score. i use it to practice conducting and just to read along with while listening to these symphonies. the fiery rhythms and transcending beauty really come out when you read the score, even more so than when you listen to it without reading. you really notice things that you didn't even know were happening and it gives you a chance to critique the recording you are listening to according to what is written down. i highly recommend this for any clssical music lover, especially if you are, like me, an avid bruckner fan.
Very accurate.......2000-02-12
I found this score very useful for a listening companion. Bruckner ROCKS!
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Constructing the Child Viewer: A History of the American Discourse on Television and Children, 1950-1980
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Beginning from a poststructuralist position, Constructing the Child Viewer examines three decades of U.S. research on television and children. The book concludes that historical concepts of the child television viewer are products of discourse and cannot be taken to reflect objective, scientific truths about the child viewer. Widely disseminated constructs of the passive viewer, the active viewer, the interactive viewer, and the media literate viewer are seen as problematic. Nearly all academic studies published from 1948 to 1979 on the subject are included in this volume. Each receives close textual analysis, making this a useful bibliographic resource and reference book. Methodologically and theoretically, this is the first text of its kind to read the history of research on television and children as an archaeology of knowledge. Constructing the Child Viewer is an extensive bibliographical resource, a preliminary introduction to Foucault's discourse theory, and an experimental application of that theory to one major strand of the discourse of mass communications research. Students of educational psychology, sociology, and communications/media will find this work invaluable.
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This is probably the one to get. .......2007-08-14
I could not find the form and database files at the web site listed in the book. Try http://cwx.prenhall.com/bookbind/pubbooks/motivala/index.html
I have just started on the course, but it appears that it should be quite helpful. The video quality it quite good, I was pleased with that. The book's text is good but the screen shots are very poor. Given the text and the video that probably doesn't matter all that much. I'm more interested in substance than form, and it looks like the substance is there. I have to get up and running pretty quickly and it looks like the course has what I need.
Good, but a little outdated.......2006-04-26
This video course applies to Oracle Forms Developer 6.0 (and makes references to Oracle 8i). If you are using Developer 10g you'll still be able to follow along, but the instructions for a few steps will be incorrect. That said, I was still able to determine what to do--it wasn't a show-stopper. Make sure you go to their companion web site to download the latest excercises rather than the ones on the CD. (See PTR's website for their interactive companion websites.) You will need to have an Oracle database available to you so that the schemas can be installed. You run a PLSQL script to install them. I used Oracle Personal Edition 10g, but the Express edition should work too. SQL, PLSQL, and knowledge of database concepts is a prerequisite for the course. The only paperback book you receive is the one that has the exercises in it. A pdf version of the exercise book can be accessed in the course using the eBook tab. You will need an Internet browser and Apple Quicktime to view the course videos. The CD comes with old versions of Netscape Navigator and Quicktime. I didn't install them, but went out on the web and downloaded the newest version of Quicktime and used my current version of Internet Explorer. Then, I just copied the direcory with the course material to my hard drive and doubleclicked on the Index.html file. There are 13 lectures videos, each with a demonstration video. After viewing the video you use Developer to work the exercises. There are usually several exercises for each lecture. Topics covered are: Oracle Forms Concepts, Mandatory Forms Objects, The Data Block and Layout Wizards, Oracle Forms Files, The Object Navigator, The Property Palette, The Layout Editor, Master-Detail Forms, Text Items and Display Items, Buttons, List Items, Radio Groups, and Check Boxes, Trigger Basics, Creating Triggers of Various Types, Forms Built-Ins, Lists of Values (LOVs), Alerts, Canvas and Window Concepts, Content Canvases and Windows, Stacked Canvases, Toolbar, Canvases, Subclassing, Visual Attributes and Property Classes, Object Groups and Object Libraries, Template Forms, Calling One Form from Another, Running Oracle Reports from Forms, Passing Parameters to Reports, Menu Modules, and Menu Security.
Excellent!.......2003-04-29
This is a great book. I was able to apply what I learned very quickly to develop a Forms application. The labs and exercise answers are very detailed and easy to understand. It is the best Forms book by far for those who want hands-on, practical experience. I feel confident that I can tackle more complex assignments because I have a firm grounding based on this book and its excellent companion video CD. My advice is, don't spend $1000 or more for a class - buy this book!
This is the Oracle Forms training solution........2002-02-22
I have read several books on Oracle Forms development and this is by far the clearest and easiest to learn from. Oracle Forms is not the best environment to develop in, but this course and the included workbook take you through step by step and provide feedback in the form of detailed answeres. Further, the problems in this book and solutions actually WORK unlike other books on the subject. It is well worth the... Thank you for this setup, it has cleared up a lot of questions and provided the steps needed for developing working forms!
Fantástico.......2001-08-17
Es muy bueno, muy didáctico. No es necesario ningún conocimiento previo de Oracle Forms para sacarle el máximo partido. El precio es un poco alto, pero la compra ha merecido la pena. Me ha servido de gran ayuda.
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