This book presents a method for creating a working model of society, using data systems and simulation techniques, that can be used for testing propositions of scientific and policy nature. The model is based on the example of New Zealand, but will be applicable to other countries. It is expected that collaborators in other countries can emulate this example with their data systems for teaching and policy purposes, producing a cross-national ‚collaboratory‘. This enterprise w...
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Chapter1. Introduction.- Chapter2. Conceptual and Analytical Foundations.- Chapter3. Socia Lab. A Dynamic Microsimulation Model.- Chapter4. Trac...
Über den Autor
Peter Davis is Honorary Professor in the Department of Statistics and Emeritus Professor in Population Health and Social Science, at the University of Auckland. He...