Establishing the standards for evaluating the results, such as identifying patterns or commonalities. Methodological Framework
Yin distinguishes between single-case designs (used for unique or extreme cases) and multiple-case designs , which follow a "replication logic" to strengthen generalizability. Case study research : design and methods
Yin identifies five critical components that must be determined at the outset to ensure research quality: Establishing the standards for evaluating the results, such
Determining how the collected evidence will support the research claims. Case study research : design and methods
The book outlines a linear but iterative process for conducting research: