{"product_id":"9780691224145","title":"Modeling Social Behavior","description":"Author: Paul E. Smaldino\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780691224145\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Princeton University Press\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 10 Jan 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: 416\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive introduction to mathematical and agent-based modeling of social behavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides a unified, theory-driven introduction to key mathematical and agent-based models of social dynamics and cultural evolution, teaching readers how to build their own models, analyze them, and integrate them with empirical research programs. It covers a variety of modeling topics, each exemplified by one or more archetypal models, and helps readers to develop strong theoretical foundations for understanding social behavior. \u003ci\u003eModeling Social Behavior\u003c\/i\u003e equips social, behavioral, and cognitive scientists with an essential tool kit for thinking about and studying complex social systems using mathematical and computational models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines both mathematical and agent-based modeling of social behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates cognitive science, social science, and cultural evolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers topics such as the philosophy of modeling, collective movement, segregation, contagion, polarization, the evolution of cooperation, the emergence of norms, networks, and the scientific process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscusses more advanced topics, including how to use models to build a more robust empirical research program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn ideal introductory textbook for graduate students or advanced undergraduates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn invaluable resource for practitioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46680678891678,"sku":"ADS-9780691224145","price":109.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780691224145.jpg?v=1775543666","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780691224145","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}