Workshops
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Introduction to multilevel modelling in MLwiN
4-6 Jan-2012 - workshop now fully booked. We usually run this workshop annually in January but do not guarantee to do so every year.
Venue: Haggett Laboratory,
School of Geographical Sciences,University of Bristol,
University Road,
Bristol BS8 1SS
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This workshop provides an introduction to multilevel modelling. We assume that participants are familiar with single level regression models (to the level implied by Module 3 of our online multilevel modelling course) but have no prior knowledge of multilevel modelling. Theory sessions are accompanied by practical sessions using our software, MLwiN, in which participants get the chance to apply what they have learned to real datasets. No prior knowledge of MLwiN is assumed: the first practical takes participants right from the very basics. Throughout, there is an emphasis on how to interpret the models and on what kinds of research question they can be used to explore. For further information, see previous 'Introduction to multilevel modelling' workshop materials (the presentations will be similar but may be subject to minor changes)
Advanced multilevel modelling using Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC)
2-4 April-2012 - workshop now fully-booked
Venue: Haggett Laboratory,
School of Geographical Sciences,University of Bristol,
University Road,
Bristol BS8 1SS
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This workshop will cover background theory and application of MCMC methods with a focus on multilevel modelling. We will in particular focus on model classes that benefit from MCMC estimation including discrete response models, cross classified models, multiple membership models and multivariate response models with missing data. Theory sessions are accompanied by practical sessions using our software, MLwiN, in which participants get the chance to apply what they have learned to real datasets. We will also showcase methods within MLwiN to speed up the MCMC estimation. Towards the end of the workshop we will describe the currently under-development STAT-JR software package and allow the participants the opportunity to use it and its interoperability features with other MCMC packages such as WinBUGS.
The workshop will start at 10.30am on the 2nd April and finish with lunch at 1pm on the 4th April.
Workshop FAQs
- I would like some travel help
- Can you recommend anywhere to stay during my visit?
- The University of Bristol's web site offers a list of hotels near the university.
- How do I obtain a receipt?
- After the course If you require a receipt that you have attended the course, please email info-cmm@bristol.ac.uk and state your name and email address. This can then be sent to you via a pdf attachment.
- Can I park at the university?
- We would not recommend bringing a car as there is no free parking available, you would have to use the local NCP car parks which tend to be quite expensive.
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