Causal Inference and Policy Evaluation from Case Studies Using Bayesian Process Tracing

Bennett, Andrew

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-12982-7_8

Causal Inference and Policy Evaluation from Case Studies Using Bayesian Process Tracing

Case studies enable policy-relevant causal inferences when experimental and quasi-experimental methods are not possible. Even when other methods are possible, case studies can strengthen inferences either as a standalone method or as part of a multimethod research design. The chapter outlines the…