'Drawing on a wide range of their own and others' experiences, the authors offer a comprehensive and convincing account of the value of case study in educational research. What comes across - quite passionately - is the way in which a case study approach can bring to life some of the complexities, challenges and contradictions inherent in educational settings. The book is written in a clear and lively manner and should be an invaluable resource for those teachers and students who are incorporating a case study dimension into their research work' - Ian Menter, Professor of Teacher Education, University of Oxford 'This book is comprehensive in its coverage, yet detailed in its exposition of case study research. It is a highly interactive text with a critical edge and is a useful tool for teaching. It is of particular relevance to practitioner researchers, providing accessible guidance for reflective practice. It covers key matters such as: purposes, ethics, data analysis, technology, dissemination and communities for research. And it is a good read!'- Professor Anne Campbell, formerly of Leeds Metropolitan University 'This excellent book is a principled and theoretically informed guide to case study research design and methods for the collection, analysis and presentation of evidence'-Professor Andrew Pollard, Institute of Educaiton, University of London

I found this book to be a clear and practical methodological guide for those new to conducting case study research. It is well laid out and takes the reader through the various stages of research, including research design, ethical considerations, theoretical and methodological approaches, data analysis and dissemination. \I feel that the ‘key points’ at the start and the ‘summaries’, key readings and websites at the end of each chapter will be very helpful to new researchers. Also particularly useful were the practical activities that run throughout each chapter, inviting the reader to engage actively and reflect on what they are reading in relation to their own interests and ideas for research in order to reinforce their learning. \I found Chapter 7 on practitioner research very relevant for the situations of my students, many of whom are education practitioners who wish to research their own settings. Accordingly this is a text I will be adding to recommended reading lists.

Dr Clare Woolhouse, Faculty of Education, Edge Hill University

A superb treatment of case study in an educational setting. I propose to use this as the anchor text for case research work with our incoming MA Ed students.

Dr Conor Galvin, Education , UCD DUblin

This has again been recommended for students on the Foundation Degree and Degree programmes as it is an easy text, providing differing viewpoints to establish definitions for case study research. Additionally recommended on the reading list for the BA programmes to provide a clearer insight into using Case Studies in preschool and school environments.

Miss Tracey Canham, Health Care and Early Years, Swindon College

there are other books in own language

Mr Henk Averesch, Educatieve Academie, Gereformeerde Hogeschool

This is a no-nonsense text, sensibly written that provides the clarity that is required.

Mr Hugh Smith, Education (Ayr), University of the West of Scotland

Offers a good understanding of case study research in a clear and accessible manner. A perfect starting point for the researcher new to the case study method and will also offer the experienced researcher some useful tips and insights.

Mr John Pierce, Health & Leisure, Tralee Institute of Technology

good and adopted

Mr Philip Ashwell, Health Science and social work, university of portsmouth

Comprehensive and accessible - excellent.

Mr Steve Dixon, Education and Creative Arts, Newman University College

This text represents a very comprehensive overview of case study research which is ideal for all our students who begin their course with a school-based case study.

Mr Steve Watts, Faculty of Education and Society, Sunderland University

Comprehensive book providing the value of case study in educational research. Chapters are well set out: key points at the beginning, summary at the end with suggested further reading, websites and extension reading. The activities in the chapters are relevant providing opportunities for student engagement and interaction. Very useful for students at M-level.

Mrs Irene Scott, Faculty of Education (Parkgate), Chester University

This text is clearly written and argues strongly for using case study in educational research, despite the challenges this approach faces in the dynamic world of shifting research paradigms. Step-by-step guidance from initial ideas through to the reality of undertaking case study in educational research is helpful

Mrs Lyz Howard, Department of Health, Health and Social Care Teaching Team

This is a must read for anyone considering case study as a methodology for educational research. The conversational style adds authenticity to the content which draws the reader in to what are at times, complex issues. The book is helpfully constructed with 5 sections containing 13 chapters. This strategy helps the reader to purposefully navigate the design, process and dissemination of case study research.

Mrs Sally Goldspink, Allied Health & Medicine, Anglia Ruskin University

The book is written in a practical way, which gives a clear guide for undergraduate students especially for those who are using case study in education research. I will definitely add this book to recommended reading lists.

Ms Eva Mikuska, Childhood Studies (Bishop Otter), Chichester University