Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
SAGE Research Methods. Cases |
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SAGE Research Methods. Cases
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Summary |
This case is based on qualitative research that explores causal mechanisms of policy learning and diffusion as Massachusetts policy makers crafted first-in-the-United-States energy policies. This case study describes how research design obstacles were overcome through use of process-tracing, and "triangulation" of existing concepts and data. By synthesizing the haphazard literature into a single causal framework and using data from multiple sources, I was able to identify causal mechanisms, build upon existing theory, and provide a generalizable template for future studies in political science and beyond |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Description based on XML content |
Subject |
Energy policy -- Research -- Massachusetts.
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Qualitative research -- Methodology.
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Form |
Electronic book
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ISBN |
1526490366 |
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9781526490360 (ebook) |
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