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This is the first textbook specifically designed to introduce students of international relations and international politics to research methods. Written specifically for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, the book explains the key concepts, issues and methods involved in research in international relations.

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1. Introduction. The Main Themes of the Book Part 1: Designing Your Question And Identifying The Problems It Raises 2. Exploring Your Own Research Interests 3. What Kind of Dissertation? 4. Defining Your Initial Research Question 5. Identifying Your Key Strategic Problems in Solving Your Puzzle Part 2: The Search For Solutions 6. Exploring Theoretical Debates 7. Applying or Testing Theories 8. Analytical-Empirical Dissertations: Part 1: General Issues 9. Analytical-Empirical Dissertations: Part 2: Issues in Political Science and Economics 10. Policy Evaluation Part 3: Proving Your Case 11. Cause-Effect Relations: What Approach are You Using? 12. Theory Testing/ Development and Case Studies 13. Cross-Cultural Research and Reflexivity 14. How Valid is Your Evidence?