CONFIRMATORY FACTOR ANALYSIS : SEBUAH PENGANTAR BAGI SOSIOLOGI
Abstract: Confirmatory Factor
Analysis (CFA) is a statistical technique used to verify the factor structure
of a set of observed variables. It different with Exploratory Factor Analysis
(EFA). EFA used only to explore the possible underlying factor structure of a
set of observed variables without imposing a preconceived structure on the
outcome. CFA allows the researcher to test the hypothesis that a relationship
between observed variables and their underlying latent constructs exists. The
researcher uses knowledge of the theory, empirical research, or both,
postulates the relationship pattern a priori and then statistically confirm on
many factors (latent, unobservable, non visible) variables underlying
measurement. First Order Confirmatory Factor Analysis (1st CFA) used
as a tool to analyzed reflective indicators as formed latent variables. Second
Order Confirmatory Factor Analysis (2nd CFA) used as a tool to analyzed dimensi
formed latent variables.
Keywords: Confirmatory Factor
Analysis, First Order Confirmatory Factor Analysis, Second Order Confirmatory
Factor Analysis
Penulis: Bagus Haryono
Kode Jurnal: jpsosiologidd110017
