Case studies

Question 1

What is qualitative data?

Answer 1

Language-based data collected through interviews, open questions, and content analysis. Allows researchers to develop insights into subjective experiences, ops + feelings

Question 2

What is triangulation?

Answer 2

Multiple methods used then all data put together

Question 3

What is longitudinal research?

Answer 3

Takes place over a long time

Question 4

What is a case study?

Answer 4

Detailed investigation into an individual or small group of ppl, usually regarding an unusual phenomenon or biographical event

Question 5

What are some features of a case study?

Answer 5

Qualitative data, idiographic (can only apply results to that 1 person), individual/small group, biographical event, unusual phenomenon

Question 6

What are the strengths of case studies?

Answer 6

• Can be used to investigate human behaviour + rare experiences
• Produces in depth data due to complex factors that can be studied

Question 7

What are the weaknesses of case studies?

Answer 7

• Difficult to generalise, due to unique characteristics
• Cant make before + after comparisons
• Need to use recollection of past events, evidence may be unreliable since ppls memories are inaccurate
• May lack objectivity as they get to know case
• Ethical issues, confidentiality not protected due to individual cases