Matching, Regression Discontinuity, Difference in Differences, and Beyond

Matching, Regression Discontinuity, Difference in Differences, and Beyond by Myoung-jae Lee is published by Oxford University Press in 2016 and spans 257 pages. This book reviews three prominent methods used in applied economics and social sciences: matching, regression discontinuity, and difference in differences. It introduces the foundational econometric and statistical concepts, detailing how identified parameters are estimated and illustrated through real empirical examples.

Readers will find practical insights into the implementation of these methods, with an emphasis on data application. The book includes many data sets and programs available in the online appendix, making it a valuable resource for theoretical econometricians, applied economists, social scientists, and researchers. The content is designed to cater to a diverse audience, providing useful perspectives for both students and professionals in fields such as economics, statistics, and methodology.