Innovations in (MV)QCA and Fuzzy Set applications

Abstract

Many methodological challenges still remain open for researchers using Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA), Multi-Value QCA (MVQCA) and Fuzzy Sets (FS). This panel welcomes contributions which develop some innovations in the use of these methods. Some key issues may be (selective list) : case selection; variable selection; treatment of contradictions; operationalization of variables (including dichotomization, for QCA); inclusion of the time dimension; combination with "process"-oriented methods; applications using micro-level data (e.g. interview data for individuals, etc.); etc.

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