Model Setting and Interpretation of Results in Research Using Structural Equation Modeling: A Checklist with Guiding Questions for Reporting.

PURPOSE This study develops a checklist with guidelines for the methods and important factors to consider in research using structural equation modeling (SEM).

METHOD The paper discusses the factors to consider in the process across the three stages of 1) model setting, 2) model evaluation and modification, and 3) interpretation and reporting of SEM-based studies.

RESULTS The authors present a checklist for researchers during the stages of model setting, model evaluation and modification, result analysis, and reporting, along with examples of figures and tables with explanations.

CONCLUSION A checklist will help to improve the reporting quality of SEM-based studies.