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Question 1

Both a method of analysis and a specific research design for examining a problem

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case study

Question 2

Weeks 1-2: What is a Case Study?

There are three (3) primary types of case studies.

When the researcher has already amassed a usable amount of information about a given topic, person, organization, or event, and so is well-poised to conduct a study of it.

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Local knowledge

Question 3

Those which are chosen because the researcher has ​a particular interest in it or the circumstances surrounding it.

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Key cases

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Those that are chosen because the case stands out from other events, organizations, or situations, for some reason, and social scientists recognize that we can learn a lot from those things that differ from the norm.

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Outlier cases

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(4) different forms.

Those in which a researcher pulls together already completed case studies on a particular topic.

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Cumulative

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Conducted when a researcher wants to understand what happened with a unique event and/or to challenge commonly held assumptions about it that may be faulty due to a lack of critical understanding.

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Critical instance

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Descriptive in nature and designed to shed light on a particular situation, set of circumstances, and the social relations and processes that are embedded in them.

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Illustrative

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Also known as pilot studies. This type of case study is typically used when a researcher wants to identify research questions and methods of study for a large, complex study.

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Exploratory

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Weeks 3-4: The Case Method as a Learning Tool

ADVANTAGES OR DISADVANTAGES

Case study method is responsible for the intensive study of a unit.

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Advantages

Question 10

Many studies cannot be replicated, and therefore, cannot be corroborated.

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Disadvantages

Question 11

Any classification is not possible due to studying a small unit

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Disadvantages

Question 12

Case study method may have errors of memory or judgment.

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Disadvantages

Question 13

Case studies are one of the best ways to stimulate new research.

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Advantages

Question 14

With small studies, there is always the question of ethics. Sometimes, because the researcher became so invested in the study, people questioned whether a researcher would report unethical behavior if they witnessed it.

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Disadvantages

Question 15

When conducting a case study, it is very possible for the author to form a bias.

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Disadvantages

Question 16

Case studies can be very time-consuming.

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Disadvantages

Question 17

Case studies have the ability to give insight into phenomena that cannot be learned in any other way.

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Advantages

Question 18

Fill the blanks

Documents could include almost anything, including ______, ________, ________, _________, other case studies, or any other document germane to the study.

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letters, memos, newspaper articles, Internet articles,

Question 19

Archival records can include military and service records, company or business records, survey data or ________ information.

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census

Question 20

Before beginning the study, you must have a clear ____________. Your best chance at success will be if you use an outline that describes how you will gather your data and how you will answer your research questions.

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research strategy

Question 21

It is best if you make yourself ______________points that you are going to try and address during the study. If you make sure that all research refers back to these then you will not be far wrong.

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a short list of 4 or 5 bullet

Question 22

Then, choose at least _______ data sources. These sources could include interviews, Internet research, and fieldwork or report collection. The more data sources used, the better the quality of the final data

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two (2)

Question 23

TRUE OR FALSE

The INTERVIEWER then must formulate interview questions that will result in detailed and in-depth answers that will help meet the research goals. A list of 15-20 questions is a good start, but these can and will change as the process flows.

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FALSE - RESEARCHER

Question 24

The **RESEARCH **process is one of the most important parts of the case study process. But before this can begin, it is imperative the researcher gets informed consent from the subjects.

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FALSE- INTERVIEW

Question 25

Weeks 5-6: How to do a Case Study?

Case Study Method

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• the case study,
• formulate guiding questions that will need to be answered; and
• do some readings that have relevance to the case subject.

Question 26

The most important parts of the case study are:

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• The case study’s questions
• The study’s propositions
• How information and data will be analyzed
• The logic behind the propositions
• How the findings will be interpreted

Question 27

Key Components

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• Case study’s questions: Formulate “how” or “why” questions to determine study goals.
• Study’s propositions: Define hypotheses or purpose guiding the study.
• Data analysis: Determine how information will be analyzed based on the topic.
• Interpretation of findings: Provide context and draw conclusions from collected data.

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Research Methods

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• Documents and archival records
• Interviews
• Direct and indirect observations
• Physical artifacts and tools

Question 29

Case Study Protocol

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• Overview of the case study, including objectives and issues.
• Procedures for gathering information and conducting interviews.
• Questions for interviews and data collection.
• Guide for the final case study report.

Question 30

Interview Process

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• Obtain informed consent from subjects.
• Formulate detailed and in-depth interview questions.
• Assure subjects of privacy and confidentiality.
• Use pseudonyms if necessary to protect identities.

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Data Analysis

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• Analyze results in a narrative format.
• Use examples to illustrate trends.
• Refer back to key points to maintain focus.
• Write for a broad audience with varying levels of expertise.

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Case Study Characteristics

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• Opinion-based rather than strictly factual.
• Designed to provoke reasoned debate.
• No right or wrong answers.
• Focus on interpretation and discussion rather than statistical analysis.

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*Weeks 10-17: Preparing a Case Study - The Long Cycle Process

Part 1: Problem Statement

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• Clear and concise statement of the problem or issue.
• Questions to guide problem identification: What is the problem? How do I know it’s a problem? What are the immediate issues?
• Differentiate between importance and urgency of problems.

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Part 2: Data Analysis

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• Determine cause and effect for identified issues.
• Identify relevant stakeholders and those most affected.
• Assess constraints and opportunities.
• Analyze evidence provided in the case study for relevance.

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Part 3: Generating Alternatives

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• Be realistic and creative in proposing solutions.
• Ensure alternatives are mutually exclusive.
• Avoid “doing nothing” as a viable alternative.
• Evaluate obstacles to implementing alternatives.

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Part 5: Alternatives Analysis

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• Measure each alternative against key decision criteria.
  Use tables or pros/cons lists for comparison.
• Predict short and long-term implications of each alternative.
• Consider different levels of outcome: best, worst, most likely.

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Part 6: Recommendations

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• Practice making decisions based on analysis.
• Justify chosen alternative with clear reasoning.
• Ensure recommendation resolves identified problem or issue