A comprehensive introduction to combining Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) and case studies using R software. With its practical focus, this book facilitates the efficient and independent learning of SMMR (set-theoretic multi-method research) for students, researchers, and practitioners in the social sciences.
A comprehensive introduction to combining Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) and case studies using R software. With its practical focus, this book facilitates the efficient and independent learning of SMMR (set-theoretic multi-method research) for students, researchers, and practitioners in the social sciences.
Carsten Q. Schneider is Pro-Rector for External Relations and Professor of Political Science at Central European University (CEU). He teaches set-theoretic methods worldwide and his research in comparative politics and social science methodology has appeared in leading international journals and publishing houses.
Inhaltsangabe
Preface 1. Introduction: SMMR in a nutshell 2. Basics of SMMR 3. Disjunctions 4. Conjunctions 5. INUS conditions 6. Necessary conditions 7. Conclusions and outlook Appendix: Principles Glossary.