case studies

Question 1

case studies

Answer 1

in depth study
- using a range of methods on one person or small group
- uses range of different research methods
- increases reliability by the process of triangulation
- way of double-checking results

Question 2

advantages of case studies

Answer 2

• rich data - researchers have the opportunity to study rare phenomena in a lot of detail
• unique cases - can challenge existing ideas and theories and make suggestions for future research

Question 3

disadvantages of case studies

Answer 3

• causal relationship - cause and effect cannot be established
• generalisation
• ethics - informed consent

Question 4

example of famous case studies