Theory Building From Cases: Opportunities And Challenges
讨论了从案例（尤其是多个案例）中构建理论的研究策略，包括如何利用案例创造理论构念和命题，以及复制逻辑的运用。文章还指出了案例研究面临的挑战及应对方法。
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.