Case studies done in groups/teams Introduce a simple case first and then evolve to more challenging ones - Introduce a simple case first and then evolve to more challenging ones
- Discuss the purpose and suggested methods for doing a case study assignment
- If cases study is done in teams, introduce students to resources for group dynamics
- Allow sufficient class-time for groups to meet
- Establish ground-rules for groups (etiquette)
- Take sufficient time to introduce the narrative and establish the case facts
- Reassure students that “messiness” or "uncertainty” is normal for this type of assignment
- Make sure to allow time for student questions and feedback in order for students to fully understand the instruction
(adopted from Pyatt, 2006 in Schwartz, 2013) The classroom set-up. Arrange your classroom (if possible) in groups or horse shoe format; - Arrange your classroom (if possible) in groups or horse shoe format;
- Ask open ended questions and start with an “easy” question, holding off on the controversial issues until much later!
- Listen for content, listen for contradiction, listen for analysis;
- In your questioning;
- Start with clarification of facts
- Move to analysis
- Ask students to evaluate and make judgements
- Students should finish off with making recommendations.
- Other tools to be used in case study is:
- Role-play
- Take a vote
- Have students write their own case study
- Creating a discussion forum or message board
THESE TECNIQUEs ON QUESTIONING IN CASE STUDIES CAN BE USED AS A TEACHING STRATEGY, OR FOR ASSESSMENT PURPOSES. What a typical case study should look like Executive summary – Define the objective, and state the key challenge. - Executive summary – Define the objective, and state the key challenge.
- Opening paragraph – Capture the reader's interest.
- Scope – Describe the background, context, approach, and issues involved.
- Presentation of facts – Develop an objective picture of what's happening.
- Description of key issues – Present viewpoints, decisions, and interests of key parties.
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