Linear Regression using Stata

Theory and Application

Created by: Najib Mozahem
Assistant Professor

What Will I Learn?

• Understand what is linear regression
• Identify when linear regression is used
• Understand the difference between simple linear regression and multiple linear regression
• Include the correct variables in the model
• Understand the output produced by linear regression
• Include categorical variables
• Include quadratic variables
• Predict values
• Calculate the residuals
• Test model assumptions
• Apply linear regression using Stata
• Understand the output generated by Stata
• Produce graphs that summarize the results

Requirements

• Basix high school algebra
• Have a basic understand of Stata (only for the second part of the course)

Target audience

• Beginner non-mathematical students who need to learn linear regression