case studies Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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what are case studies
A
they are used when lots of rich, detailed data is required on an individual or small group of people . they can be useful when a rare phenomenon is being studied
2
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what does idiographic mean
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focuses on the individual emphasising unique personal experiences and characteristics
3
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what does retrospective mean
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looks back events that have already happened
4
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what does longitudinal mean
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data Is collected over a long period of time
5
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what are the advantages of using case studies
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real life application
detailed-focus on one thing
avoid ethical issues
6
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what are the disadvantages of using case studies
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might lack population validity as it is just based on one person
time consuming
individual differences
