Case Study Method
Key Issues, Key Texts
- Roger Gomm - The Open University
- Martyn Hammersley - The Open University, UK
- Peter Foster
Qualitative Research (General)
The editors offer in-depth assessments of the main arguments. An annotated bibliography of the literature dealing with case study research makes this an exhaustive and indispensable guide.
`This is a worthwhile book which will be useful to readers. It collects
together key sources on a topic which is a "hardy perennial", guaranteeing
its relevance for academics, researchers, and students on higher level
methods programmes. The editorial contributions are by well-known
authorities in the field, are carefully-constructed, and take a clear
position. I would certainly want this book on my shelf' - Nigel Fielding, University of Surrey
". . .the book enlightens researchers concerning the contributions of case studies to research and could serve as an informative reader for doctoral students considering case study methods for their dissertations."
Extremely well written with range of chapters by various authors. Invaluable reading for any student considering using a case study approach for their research project.
offers deep theoretical insight to the issue of generalizability; language could be a bit difficult for 3rd year UG students; however, I would adopt it as supplemental - for students that wish to go the extra mile.
So many well established names in the field of case study research makes this book a fascinating and very helpful resource. Its two main sections cover two vital areas that are often controversial within this method. The multitude of references from each chapter's Bibliography, leave the reader with a gold mine of sources to further investigate.
One of the key considerations in Cast Study research is the complexity relating to generalisability. This text explores generalisability in depth, giving the novice and more mature researcher greater depth and understanding of transferrability of research findings to the wider population.
For anyone thinking about undertaking case study research, I would highly recommend this text. The phrase 'case study' itself is something that is difficult to agree on and this book helps clarify thinking about what a 'case study' really is and then how to go about designing and carrying out case study research.
An excellent book for students undertaking Case Study Research
This is an excellent text for students undertaking case study research.
