Case studies

• What are case studies?

  A detailed study into one person or a small group, even or institution.

  • Gathers biographical information, experiences and behavioural records.
  • Doesn't always have to be about one person.
• What is Triangulation?


  The use of multiple forms of research methods to increase credibility of a case study.
• Triangulation

  
• What is a strength of case studies?

  Can provide rich detail.
• What is a strength of case studies?

  Can use triangulation, which can increase reliability and validity.
• What is a strength of case studies?

  Allows the study of rare behaviours.
• What is a strength of case studies?

  Helps to identify new areas of research.
• What is a limitation of case studies?

  Findings are prone to researcher bias.
• What is a limitation of case studies?

  Findings aren't representative of the wider population.