APS

2026 APS Annual Convention

Workshop: Latent Class Analysis in R

Thursday, May 28, 2026 · Barcelona, Spain

Workshops · Thursday, May 28, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 12:50 PM ET

Subject Area: General Interest

This workshop introduces Latent Class Analysis (LCA) in R using the open-source latent package. Participants will learn how to specify, customize, estimate, and interpret latent class models. We will handle common estimation issues, and compare solutions across model specifications. The session combines practical examples, reproducible workflows, and guidance for applied research.

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