Researching Non-state Actors in International Security: Theory and Practice

This volume discusses the practical application of social-science methods to the study of non-state actors in international security, providing insights and discussions on various methods such as narrative analysis, interviews, qualitative comparative analysis (QCA), case studies, experiments, and participant observation. It is useful for students and scholars in IR, security studies, and related disciplines, offering a laboratory for developing new research techniques and engaging in unconventional method combinations.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 252 pages
\n Publication date: 23 January 2019
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive volume offers a thorough exploration of diverse methods and their practical application in the study of non-state actors in international security. Researchers and students alike face the crucial task of identifying appropriate methodologies to analyze their research questions and effectively apply them. To bridge this gap, the book provides a comprehensive introduction to a wide range of interpretive and explanatory methods, alongside discussions of their practical implementation. Contributors reflect on their experiences employing various methods, including narrative analysis, interviews, qualitative comparative analysis (QCA), case studies, experiments, and participant observation, in their research on non-state actors in international security. Moreover, experts in the relevant methods offer insights into their applications and discuss the merits and limitations of the various approaches in use.

The field of research on non-state actors in international security presents numerous challenges and opportunities to explore innovative methodological approaches. This book serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars seeking to gain insights into the best use of particular methods for their research projects in International Relations (IR), security studies, and related disciplines. It also provides a fertile ground for developing new research techniques and engaging in unconventional combinations of methods.

In particular, this book will appeal to students interested in non-state security actors such as private military and security companies, research methods, security studies, and International Relations in general. Its comprehensive coverage and practical insights make it an essential resource for advancing our understanding of non-state actors and their role in shaping global security dynamics.

\n Weight: 426g\n
Dimension: 235 x 161 x 16 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367141561\n \n