Which method(s) would you prefer and why?
Analyze three articles given below on the topic of causational research. The articles represent three different methods used in causal research strategies: comparative cases, single case and counterfactuals. Write a 3-4 page critical report (typed, double-spaced) in which you discuss what you think about these research methodologies. Be sure to include in your papers the following:
Brief description of the three research methodologies;
What are the strength and weaknesses of each methodology?
Which method(s) would you prefer and why?
Articles
https://polisci.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/people/u3827/APSA-TheComparativeMethod.pdf
https://www.alnap.org/system/files/content/resource/files/main/george-and-bennett-how-to-do-case-studies.pdf
James D. Fearon, Counterfactuals and Hypothesis Testing in Political Science, World Politics, 43(2), 1991: 169-195 comparative and single case-studies
