Theory Building From Cases: Opportunities And Challenges
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- 1 February 2007
- journal article
- Published by Academy of Management in The Academy of Management Journal
- Vol. 50 (1), 25-32
- https://doi.org/10.5465/amj.2007.24160888
Abstract
This article discusses the research strategy of theory building from cases, particularly multiple cases. Such a strategy involves using one or more cases to create theoretical constructs, propositions, and/or midrange theory from case-based, empirical evidence. Replication logic means that each case serves as a distinct experiment that stands on its own merits as an analytic unit. The frequent use of case studies as a research strategy has given rise to some challenges that can be mitigated by the use of very precise wording and thoughtful research design.Keywords
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