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This document outlines the typical organization of a case study, including:
1) An abstract that summarizes the project, questions, hypothesis, and key findings in 1-2 paragraphs.
2) An introduction providing background on the building, designer's intent, topics of interest, and how the hypothesis was developed.
3) The hypothesis and inquiry questions that will guide the methodology.
4) A methodology section describing the step-by-step procedures and why they are appropriate.
5) Results presenting the collected data for analysis.
6) An analysis interpreting the meaning of the results in the context of the hypothesis and methods.
7) Conclusions stating what was found and lessons learned.
This document outlines the typical organization of a case study, including:
1) An abstract that summarizes the project, questions, hypothesis, and key findings in 1-2 paragraphs.
2) An introduction providing background on the building, designer's intent, topics of interest, and how the hypothesis was developed.
3) The hypothesis and inquiry questions that will guide the methodology.
4) A methodology section describing the step-by-step procedures and why they are appropriate.
5) Results presenting the collected data for analysis.
6) An analysis interpreting the meaning of the results in the context of the hypothesis and methods.
7) Conclusions stating what was found and lessons learned.
This document outlines the typical organization of a case study, including:
1) An abstract that summarizes the project, questions, hypothesis, and key findings in 1-2 paragraphs.
2) An introduction providing background on the building, designer's intent, topics of interest, and how the hypothesis was developed.
3) The hypothesis and inquiry questions that will guide the methodology.
4) A methodology section describing the step-by-step procedures and why they are appropriate.
5) Results presenting the collected data for analysis.
6) An analysis interpreting the meaning of the results in the context of the hypothesis and methods.
7) Conclusions stating what was found and lessons learned.
Case studies should generally subscribe to the following organiation!
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