Case studies involve an in-depth analysis of either single situations or circumstances that unfold over time. They offer multiple perspectives, do not allow for easy solutions, and allow students to explore complex problems in a field and offer thoughtful solutions.
| Individual/Group Activity | Group |
| Class Size | Small (<25), Medium (25-50), & Large (51-200) |
| Bloom’s Taxonomy Level | Analyze |
| Development Initial | Independent Knowing |
| Minimum Time to Facilitate | 31-45 Minutes |
| Minimum Time to Debrief | <10 Minutes |
| PDFs | Here |
Additional Resources
Jay L Goldstein & Byron Cryer (2015) Gastrointestinal injury associated with NSAID use: a case study and review of risk factors and preventative strategies, Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety, 7:, 31-41, DOI: 10.2147/DHPS.S71976
Zuser, A., & Rechberger, H. (2011). Considerations of Resource Availability in technology development strategies: The case study of photovoltaics. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 56(1), 56–65. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2011.09.004
Anthopoulou, T. (2010). Rural women in local agrofood production: Between entrepreneurial initiatives and family strategies. A case study in Greece. Journal of rural studies, 26(4), 394-403: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0743016710000239?casa_token=K9jpVUTPHdgAAAAA:BJaipqT4wEFBbKGiu5kAbKfoukxO6uJHTcgS82wOVJT7AnpVA8_q9h9_C6GAbY5RgX5HKO4N