From Econometrics to Bayesian Network Analysis with BayesiaLab: Teaching and Applications

Presented at the 8th Annual BayesiaLab Conference

Abstract

In this presentation, I briefly discuss the methodological approaches used in the teaching of modern data analysis for policy analysis and related majors at the intermediate/upper-intermediate level. Particular focus will be on the development of a conceptual bridge between traditional econometric methods, which remain the primary statistical tools in policy analysis, and modern methods of data analysis – Statistical Learning via Bayesian Networks. Finally, I will present several examples of using the BayesiaLab software package in empirical studies in different fields of policy analysis: international migration, cybersecurity, and environmental policy.

About the Presenter

Alexander Alexeev, Ph.D.
Lecturer in Data Analysis and Modeling
Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Indiana Unversity