Case Studies Flashcards
1
Q
Are case studies considered an experimental or non-experimental method?
A
Non experimental - no IV or DV
2
Q
What is a case study?
A
An in-depth study of one person, small group of people, institution, or event
3
Q
Are case studies considered a research method?
A
Yes - better described as a combination of many types of research methods
4
Q
What are strengths of case studies?
A
Gain insight and deeper understanding
Some things can only be investigated with case studies
5
Q
What are the limitations of cade studied?
A
Subjectivity in interpretation
Unethical
Generalisability
Hard to replicate
6
Q
What is validity?
A
How accurate the research is
7
Q
How can validity be assessed?
A
Triangulation
