Using R for Introductory Econometrics

Introduces the popular, powerful and free programming language and software package RFocus: implementation of standard tools and methods used in econometricsCompatible with "Introductory Econometrics" by Jeffrey M. Wooldridge in terms of topics, organization, terminology and notationCompanion website with full text, all code for download and other goodies: http://urfie.netAlso check out Using Python for Introductory Econometrics: http://upfie.net/Praise: "A very nice resource for those wanting to use R in their introductory econometrics courses." (Jeffrey M. Wooldridge)Using R for Introductory Econometrics is a fabulous modern resource. I know I'm going to be using it with my students, and I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about econometrics and R at the same time." (David E. Giles in his blog "Econometrics Beat")Topics:A gentle introduction to RSimple and multiple regression in matrix form and using black box routinesInference in small samples and asymptoticsMonte Carlo simulationsHeteroscedasticityTime series regressionPooled cross-sections and panel dataInstrumental variables and two-stage least squaresSimultaneous equation modelsLimited dependent variables: binary, count data, censoring, truncation, and sample selectionFormatted reports and research papers combining R with R Markdown or LaTeX Read more