Case Study Research in Practice

by Helen Simons

"With its highly readable style, this book is well suited to the needs of research students. Throughout it addresses the practicalities at a level that connects immediately to thorny issues in relation to the quality of the data, the quality of the in short the quality of the research." - Jane Payler, University of Winchester

Case Study Research in Practice explores the author′s practical and uniquely personal approach to the theory and practice of case study research. Author Helen Simons draws on her extensive experience in conducting and teaching case study research to provide a comprehensive and insightful account of the process of conducting case study that tackles common misconceptions and addresses the questions often raised by students. In four sections, the book

The rationale, concept and design of case study researchMethods and ethics in case studyInterpreting, analyzing and reporting the case. Generalizing and theorizing in case study researchIncluding examples and summary memos the author has created a dynamic text that presents readers with choices and challenges to inform the conduct of their case research.

This is an ideal text for students studying and conducting case study research in education, health and social care, and related social science disciplines.

200 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Robyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rarely in my doc studies do I have the time to read a book cover to cover. For this text, make an exception. A thoughtful guide to conducting evaluative case study research (and other types for other contexts, too,). Easily read, easily applied, and very well connected to my studies in evaluation on democratic, participatory, and use-oriented approaches and value stances. Love the Kushner and Peshkin referencing sections!