Qualitative Design Matrix

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Defining Cases Matrix

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Qualitative Design Matrix

Instructions: Complete the matrix of qualitative designs, using five of the following types: ethnography, case study, grounded theory, phenomenology, critical research, narrative analysis, or other qualitative design. Reflect the philosophical and practical similarities and differences among them, including these dimensions for comparison:

Design/Dimension

Case Study

(enter design name)

(enter design name)

(enter design name)

(enter design name)

Question to be answered

Focus of study

Purpose of study

Nature and source of truth

Role of the researcher

Ethical stance

Structure of data collection/management

Type of data analysis used

Example of this type of study

Basis for reliability and validity

After you have completed the matrix, respond to these synthesis questions:

1. How are case studies similar to and different from other qualitative designs?

2. Which other designs might be used within a case study? Provide examples.

3. What are the advantages of case study designs over the other qualitative designs?