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Peer reviewedLeonard-Barton, Dorothy – Organization Science, 1990
Describes a case study methodology that combines a three-year longitudinal study with nine retrospective studies about the same phenomenon. Explains how specific strengths in each method compensate for some particular weakness in the other. Suggests circumstances for which dual methodology is especially appropriate. (35 references) (MLF)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Concurrent Validity, Field Studies, Innovation
