Set-Theoretic Multi-Method Research
A Guide to Combining QCA and Case Studies

A comprehensive introduction to SMMR (set-theoretic multi-method research), the applied combination of QCA and case studies, using R software.

Carsten Q. Schneider (Author)

9781009307147, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 29 February 2024

276 pages
23.5 x 15.9 x 2.1 cm, 0.53 kg

'This much awaited book is an essential, incredibly useful resource for all scholars who seek to take cases seriously and improve their descriptive and causal inferences using set-theoretic methods in a systematic, rigorous, yet intuitive way. Seemingly effortlessly, Schneider takes case-oriented set-theoretic methodology to the next level while putting practice centerstage, so that the book is both cutting-edge and accessible, and speaks to readers with basic or advanced knowledge of set-theoretic methods.' Eva Thomann, University of Konstanz

A state-of-the-art comprehensive exposition of combining Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) and case studies, this book facilitates the efficient use and independent learning of this form of SMMR (set-theoretic multi-method research) with the best available software. It will reduce the time and effort required when performing both QCA and case studies within the same research project. This is achieved by spelling out the conceptual principles and practices in SMMR, and by introducing a tailor-made R software package. With an applied and practical focus, this is an intuitive resource for implementing the most complete protocol of SMMR. Features include Learning Goals, Core Points, and Empirical Examples, as well as boxed examples of R codes and the R output it produces. There is also a glossary for key SMMR terms. Additional online material is available, comprising machine-readable datasets and R scripts for replication and independent learning.

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.

Subject Areas: Social research & statistics [JHBC]