ANALYSIS OF A CASE STUDY RESEARCH ARTICLE
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An analysis of a case study research article
Introduction
A case study research is normally conducted to look into a particular challenge in a large number of people. Case studies are conducted along with previous researches to enhance or create a particular theory.
. In this essay, the CASP rubric is used to analyze a research article in order to assess the quality of the research. The article examined in this essay is “International Journal of Information Management” and has been written by Jane Coughlan, Mark Lycett and Robert Macredie (Coughlan et al., 2005).
Analysis of the Research Article
The authors have clearly stated the purpose and goal of their study. For instance, one outlined purpose for the study is to “investigate how different facets of communication processes interact in real life”. In addition, the paper has also provided a clear insight into the BIT and Business alignment in the organization. The paper has also outlined five importance or relevance of the research. The authors have also provided relevant citations to support their evidence. Thus, the score on this measure is 5. The research stated that they had done qualitative research to uncover participants’ experiences and perceptions. …show more content…
The paper has clearly outlined the fit between the qualitative methodology and the study questions. However the research does not provide explanations to why semi structured interview methodology was selected over unstructured interview. The research stated that they had selected a four dimensional communication framework design known as the “PICTURE”. The research has explained four reasons for the appropriateness of the design for this particular study. The research has answered the question of when, why and how the design was selected. The score in this measure is therefore 4. The authors did not use any sampling methods to select the study sample for this particular study. They, however, identified the sample size. The authors have not justified the reason for omitting the sample size. In addition, they have not discussed the reliability which is mostly common in any qualitative research. The authors however provided the participants with a list of themes in the interview to enable them gather supportive documents that would be used as part of secondary data. The authors described the …show more content…
The results were extensively discussed on how they assisted in ensuring that the purpose of the research was met. The results were also discussed based on the literature review. They explained the authenticity of the results and how it was achieved during the study. The paper scores 5 on this measure.
Finally, the researchers indicated the value of their study in relation to IT and business. The limitation of the research has not been clearly outlined; moreover, the research has acknowledged that the study contributes to the existing knowledge. The research was able to identify the new areas for future research. The article scores 4 on this portion.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis above, the analysis of the case study research article scored a total of 33 points out of 50. Therefore, the quality of the article is good and can be used to inform practice on the issue under investigation.
Reference
Creswell, J. W. (2012). Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing among Five Approaches. Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications.
Coughlan, J., Lycett, M., & Macredie, R. D. (2005). Understanding the business–IT relationship. International Journal of Information Management, 25(4),
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An analysis of a case study research article
Introduction
A case study research is normally conducted to look into a particular challenge in a large number of people. Case studies are conducted along with previous researches to enhance or create a particular theory.
. In this essay, the CASP rubric is used to analyze a research article in order to assess the quality of the research. The article examined in this essay is “International Journal of Information Management” and has been written by Jane Coughlan, Mark Lycett and Robert Macredie (Coughlan et al., 2005).
Analysis of the Research Article
The authors have clearly stated the purpose and goal of their study. For instance, one outlined purpose for the study is to “investigate how different facets of communication processes interact in real life”. In addition, the paper has also provided a clear insight into the BIT and Business alignment in the organization. The paper has also outlined five importance or relevance of the research. The authors have also provided relevant citations to support their evidence. Thus, the score on this measure is 5. The research stated that they had done qualitative research to uncover participants’ experiences and perceptions. …show more content…
The paper has clearly outlined the fit between the qualitative methodology and the study questions. However the research does not provide explanations to why semi structured interview methodology was selected over unstructured interview. The research stated that they had selected a four dimensional communication framework design known as the “PICTURE”. The research has explained four reasons for the appropriateness of the design for this particular study. The research has answered the question of when, why and how the design was selected. The score in this measure is therefore 4. The authors did not use any sampling methods to select the study sample for this particular study. They, however, identified the sample size. The authors have not justified the reason for omitting the sample size. In addition, they have not discussed the reliability which is mostly common in any qualitative research. The authors however provided the participants with a list of themes in the interview to enable them gather supportive documents that would be used as part of secondary data. The authors described the …show more content…
The results were extensively discussed on how they assisted in ensuring that the purpose of the research was met. The results were also discussed based on the literature review. They explained the authenticity of the results and how it was achieved during the study. The paper scores 5 on this measure.
Finally, the researchers indicated the value of their study in relation to IT and business. The limitation of the research has not been clearly outlined; moreover, the research has acknowledged that the study contributes to the existing knowledge. The research was able to identify the new areas for future research. The article scores 4 on this portion.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis above, the analysis of the case study research article scored a total of 33 points out of 50. Therefore, the quality of the article is good and can be used to inform practice on the issue under investigation.
Reference
Creswell, J. W. (2012). Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing among Five Approaches. Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications.
Coughlan, J., Lycett, M., & Macredie, R. D. (2005). Understanding the business–IT relationship. International Journal of Information Management, 25(4),