This textbook teaches some of the basic econometric methods and the underlying assumptions behind them. It also includes a simple and concise treatment of more advanced topics in spatial correlation, panel data, limited dependent variables, regression diagnostics, specification testing and time series analysis. Each chapter has a set of theoretical exercises as well as an empirical illustration using a real economic application. These empirical exercises usually replicate a published article using Stata or Eviews.
Features over 40 step-by-step projects using basic techniques and readily available supplies.
Ideal for beginning artists and hobbyists learning basic colored pencil as well as more experienced artists looking to perfect their technique.
Readers will learn to draw flowers, people, animals, metal, brass, sunsets, water, glass and more using reference photos, simple techniques and clear step-by-step instruction. She includes before-and-after examples from her students that prove how her simple graphing techniques translate into remarkable drawings.
The Organic Gardener: How to create vegetable, fruit and herb gardens using completely organic techniques
Whether starting an organic garden from scratch or applying organic principles to an existing garden, this book is filled with step-by-step information that will help you achieve your goal.
Paper Bouquet: Using Paper Punches to Create Beautiful Flowers
Who would have imagined you could recreate such gorgeous blooms with just paper and craft punches? You can—and this accessible new craft will appeal to anyone with a creative bent. Using her own original, unique techniques, Susan Tierney Cockburn offers 40 beloved flowers to make for decorating gifts and home decor. She teaches the simple basics, including paper manipulation, gluing, and coloring, and presents her flowers as colorfully as they’re found in nature.
