Cognitive Governance and the Historical Distortion of the Norm of Modern Development: A Theory of Political Asymmetry: 9781668497944: Government & Law Books

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ISBN13: 9781668497944

ISBN13 Softcover: 9781668497951

EISBN13: 9781668497968

DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9794-4

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In the world of academic scholarship, there exists a pressing problem that has long confounded researchers and scholars alike. The issue at hand is the glaring gap in our understanding of political asymmetry—an elusive concept that holds the key to deciphering how institutions evolve and influence normative constructs within contemporary governance structures. Despite its undeniable relevance, political asymmetry has remained a neglected subject in social science discourse. This omission hampers our capacity to explore the intricate interplay between cultural diversity, normative representations, and political dynamics. As such, a critical void persists in comprehending the complex mechanisms that underpin governance practices in our ever-evolving global landscape.

Cognitive Governance and the Historical Distortion of the Norm of Modern Development: A Theory of Political Asymmetry offers an illuminating solution to this enduring problem. This pioneering work presents a comprehensive and meticulously crafted exploration of the concept of political asymmetry, providing both a theoretical taxonomy and an empirical roadmap for scholars eager to delve into uncharted territory. By bridging this knowledge gap, the book equips researchers with the tools needed to redefine how political asymmetry is not only understood but also applied in rigorous social science research. It marks a transformative shift in our approach to political science, enabling us to navigate the labyrinth of contemporary governance structures with newfound clarity.

Tailored for academic scholars, this book promises to reshape the landscape of political science, international relations, and social sciences. It offers fresh perspectives and analytical frameworks that empower researchers and students to enrich their understanding of governance dynamics in a rapidly changing world. By unlocking the enigma of political asymmetry, this book offers a solution that catalyzes intellectual discovery, invigorating our capacity to explore the profound implications of governance practices.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Analytical Frameworks
Contemporary Governance Structures
Cultural Diversity
Global Political Landscape
Governance Dynamics
Governance Practices
Political Asymmetry
Social-Political Research

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Renny Rueda Castañeda is an assistant professor and former chair of the Bachelor Program on Security and Strategic Studies at the American University in the Emirates. UAE. He is holds a PhD from the Faculty of Economy and Social Sciences of the University of Hamburg, Germany (Centrum für Globalisierung und Governance (CGG)) . He is an Economist with studies on Government, Management, and Public Affairs (Externado Colombian University, Columbia University of New York), Economic Analysis (University of Berkeley Extension Prog. USA), and MA on International Law & International Relations (Complutense University of Madrid, Spain). He has also been an economic advisor to the Inter-American Development Bank and has been a lecturer on international economy, international law, international relations, and political science in various Universities in Colombia. His doctoral research has been published by Taylor & Francis (Uk) and IGI (US), and deals with the construction of norms on scenarios of asymmetric governance, IR, norms and epistemic communities, cognitive governance and late modern market systems. Renny is also the founder of E-codemocracy, an organization that aims to enhance the implementation of decentralization technology and self-governance on autonomous civil interaction. He is an Advisory Board member of the Solonian Democracy Institute, in Ireland. Renny is also a media entrepreneur in Colombia, South America, and has served as an editorial director of numerous projects on political, antiterrorist, and economic journalism. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and German.

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