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Bachelor Of Arts In Education: Case Studies
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Intermediate
40 hours
9 topics
Learning Objectives
5 objectives- Understand the purpose, characteristics, and types of case studies used in educational research.
- Develop skills to design a robust educational case study, including formulating research questions and selecting participants.
- Gain proficiency in various data collection and qualitative data analysis methods specific to educational case studies.
- Learn to write clear, concise, and structured case study reports adhering to academic standards.
- Identify and address ethical considerations in conducting educational case studies.
Content Outline
PreviewUnit 1626: Case Studies in Educational Research
1. Introduction to Case Studies
- Definition and purpose of case studies in education
- Characteristics of case studies
- Types of case studies commonly used in educational research (exploratory, explanatory, descriptive, intrinsic, instrumental)
2. Designing a Case Study
- Formulating clear and focused research questions
- Selecting participants and cases: criteria and sampling techniques
- Planning data collection strategies
- Ensuring validity and reliability: triangulation, member checking, audit trails
3. Data Collection Methods in Case Studies
- Interviews: structured, semi-structured, unstructured
- Strengths and limitations
- Observations: participant vs. non-participant
- Strengths and limitations
- Document analysis: educational records, reports, policy documents
- Strengths and limitations
- Surveys and questionnaires: when and how to use
- Strengths and limitations
4. Analyzing Case Study Data
- Qualitative data analysis overview
- Thematic analysis: coding and theme development
- Constant comparison method
- Pattern matching and explanation building
- Use of qualitative data analysis software (brief introduction)
5. Writing a Case Study Report
- Structure of a case study report:
- Introduction
- Literature review
- Methodology
- Findings
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- Academic writing principles: clarity, coherence, and conciseness
- Use of evidence and citation
6. Ethical Considerations in Educational Case Studies
- Informed consent: obtaining and documenting
- Confidentiality and anonymity
- Researcher bias and reflexivity
- Managing potential harm to participants
- Ethical approval processes
7. Using Case Studies in Educational Practice
- Role of case studies in informing educational decision-making
- Application in curriculum development
- Supporting professional development initiatives
- Case studies as reflective practice tools
8. Critiquing Case Studies
- Evaluating research design quality
- Assessing data collection methods
- Analyzing appropriateness of analysis techniques
- Assessing the validity and reliability of findings
- Considering implications and impact
9. Case Studies in Special Education
- Importance of case studies for understanding diverse learner needs
- Addressing challenges unique to students with disabilities
- Examples of case study applications in special education
- Ethical considerations specific to vulnerable populations
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