Case Study Research
What, Why and How?
How should case studies be selected? Is case study methodology fundamentally different to that of other methods? What, in fact, is a case?
Case Study Research: What, Why and How? is an authoritative and nuanced exploration of the many faces of case-based research methods. As well as the what, how, and why, the author also examines the when and which – always with an eye on practical applications to the design, collection, analysis, and presentation of the research.
Case study methodology can prove a confusing and fragmented topic. In bringing diverse notions of case study research together in one volume and sensitizing the reader to the many varying definitions and perceptions of 'case study', this book equips researchers at all levels with the knowledge to make an informed choice of research strategy.
for our course, this book is too positivist. Yet, for some students it will be a helpfull guide
Am recommending for supplementary use in class.
Clear and thorough text on case study.
I have skimmed the contents of the book and this seems to supplement Merriam Shannon's and Robert Yin's arguments to support case study design. I particularly like the lists of examples provided as appendices and exercise questions at the end of every Chapter which would help me engage my students in different tasks. As a whole I believe it is a good addition in the existing knowledge domain to support case study research. The style of writing, however, appeared to me as an academic essay.
A very simplistic and easy understanding of case study research.
This is a very useful addition to the standard texts on Case Studies. I have recommended it to the library and to students.
A comprehensive overview of the literature and practicalities of Case Study Research. Easily accessible format with clear guidelines and advice for students embarking on case studies.
For MA students and research students, good text for specific area that isn't covered in enough depth in general research texts.
Good, easy to follow overview
A useful text in places and well structured.
