Research Methods

Jan Recker
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Jan Recker: University of Hamburg

Chapter Chapter 5 in Scientific Research in Information Systems, 2021, pp 87-160 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract In this chapter, the most common methods used in information systems research are introduced, namely quantitative methods, such as experiments and surveys, qualitative methods, such as case study, action research, or grounded theory, design science methods, and computational methods. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are discussed, and guidelines for conducting research using these methods are provided. The chapter ends with discussing recommendations for mixing different methods.

Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-85436-2_5

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