Table 7 Example of a checklist for rating a case study proposal[8]
From: The case study approach
Communication | Clarity: Does the proposal read well? |
| Â | Integrity: Do its pieces fit together? |
| Â | Attractiveness: Does it pique the reader's interest? |
Content | The case: Is the case adequately defined? |
| Â | The issues: Are major research questions identified? |
| Â | Data Resource: Are sufficient data sources identified? |
Method | Case Selection: Is the selection plan reasonable? |
| Â | Data Gathering: Are data-gathering activities outlined? |
| Â | Validation: Is the need and opportunity for triangulation indicated? |
Practicality | Access: Are arrangements for start-up anticipated? |
| Â | Confidentiality: Is there sensitivity to the protection of people? |
| Â | Cost: Are time and resource estimates reasonable? |