Case Studies

Case studies involve an in-depth analysis of 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.

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Individual/Group Activity Group
Class SizeSmall (<25), Medium (25-50), & Large (51-200)
Bloom’s Taxonomy LevelAnalyze
Development InitialIndependent Knowing
Minimum Time to Facilitate31-45 Minutes
Minimum Time to Debrief<10 Minutes
PDFsHere
Discipline-Specific Examples

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
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Humanities
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Social Sciences
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Co-Curricular
(experiences outside of the formal classroom but contribute to student learning)
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Universal Design of Learning Adaptations

For students who benefit from additional processing time, instructors may allow extended time to review case materials before discussion.

Online Adaptations

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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