Qualitative Case Study Design: Recommendations for Doctoral Students in Educational Leadership Programs
Abstract
In the field of educational leadership, qualitative case studies offer important insights into leadership practices and experiences within a unique context or set of contexts. Yet, not all qualitative case studies are well designed, and not all doctoral students are provided rich opportunities to engage in, learn from, and grow throughout participation in the research process. The purpose of this article is to provide guidance for doctoral students interested in conducting a qualitative case study for their dissertation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Qualitative Research Methods and Applications
Teacher Education and Leadership Studies
Doctoral Education Challenges and Solutions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Research on Leadership Education
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Volume
- 21
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 385–405
- Publication date
- 31 January 2026
- Language
- EN