Multi-Method Research: A Case for Formal Theory

With Hein Goemans

Abstract: Formal theory and historical case studies, in particular those that use process-tracing, are extremely well suited companions in multi-method research. To bolster future research employing both case studies and formal theory, we suggest some best practices as well as some (common) pitfalls to avoid.

Published in Security Studies.

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