ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the contribution of constructivist thought to the study of inter - national organ iza tion and global govern ance. It begins with a brief history and development of constructivism as an intellectual approach. It then parses current debates in the field and surveys the key criticisms that have been leveled at constructivist thinking. The chapter then concludes with a discussion of future directions for constructivist analyses of inter national organ iza tion and global govern ance.
