Claudio M Radaelli Knihy

The book critically examines the perception that a small group of unaccountable technocrats in Brussels dominates the European Union's decision-making process, potentially undermining democratic principles. Claudio M. Radaelli delves into the reality of technocracy within the EU, exploring the balance between expertise and democratic accountability. Through this analysis, the author challenges prevailing criticisms and offers insights into the complexities of governance in the contemporary European context.

Focusing on the decision-making process in research design, this text explores both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. It highlights the implications of design choices and the necessary trade-offs researchers face in social sciences. Through diverse examples, the authors provide insights into critical issues that influence research outcomes, equipping readers with the tools to navigate their own projects effectively.

This element discusses how digital technology has shaped different domains, identifies areas of research consensus as well as unresolved questions, and argues that a key perspective involves issue definition, that is, how the nature of the problems raised by digital technology is subject to political contestation.