Module
Stochastic Modeling of Networks with SIENA
This is a 2-day workshop providing a comprehensive introduction to
stochastic modeling of complete social networks. The focus of the workshop
is the analysis of longitudinal network data by stochastic actor-based
models using the
SIENA program, which
is part of the
StOCNET program package. Christian Steglich is
one of the developers of the SIENA model.
Schedule
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Day |
Time |
Topics |
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Tues |
Morning |
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Introduction to stochastic modeling of networks
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Cross-sectional and longitudinal approaches
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Lab: Getting acquainted with the StOCNET interface
|
|
Afternoon |
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Stochastic actor-based models for network evolution
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Examples of applications, interpretation of results
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Lab: Analyzing longitudinal network data with the SIENA
module
|
|
Wed |
Morning |
-
Models for the co-evolution of networks and actor
characteristics
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Model specification, model selection, goodness of fit
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Lab: Stepwise construction of a co-evolution model
|
|
Afternoon |
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Estimation by simulation: principles and problems
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Approaching stochastic equilibrium: towards ERGMs
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Lab: Using SIENA to simulate networks
|
|
Thurs |
Morning |
-
Introduction to exponential random graph models
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Dyad dependence assumptions, model selection, goodness of
fit
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Lab: Analyzing cross-sectional network data with the SIENA
module
|
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Afternoon |
-
Estimation in other program environments: statnet, PNet,
batch mode SIENA
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More complex data types: valued, multiplex, multilevel,
bipartite, growth
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Lab: Running SIENA outside StOCNET
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Readings
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Snijders, T.A.B., G.G. van de Bunt, and Ch. Steglich (2009). On
actor-based models for network evolution: Introduction to stochastic
actor-based models for network dynamics. Social Networks. [pdf]
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Steglich, Ch., T.A.B.
Snijders, P West (2006). On co-evolution of networks and individual
characteristics of the network actors: Applying SIENA: An
illustrative analysis of the coevolution of adolescents' friendship
networks, taste in music, and alcohol consumption. Methodology,
2, 48--56. [pdf]
Handouts & Slides
Contact
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