How to Learn With Cases
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This guide focuses on the process of learning with cases, building on key concepts from Learning with Cases, Teaching with Cases, and Writing Cases. It introduces a new tool, the Case Analysis Record (CAR), which, when used alongside a three-stage learning process—Individual Preparation, Small Group Discussion, and Large Group Discussion—helps students learn with cases efficiently and effectively.
Learning With Cases (Fifth Edition, 2018)
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This book is a practical guide designed to help students improve their case learning. It offers valuable advice on the entire process, from individual reading and preparation to small group and classroom discussions, as well as making case presentations and writing case exams and reports. Learning with Cases introduces the Three-Stage Learning Process, providing students with an efficient way to prepare using the Case Analysis Record (CAR). By following this method, students can prepare faster, gain confidence, and become more effective in their learning. The book also offers tips for maximizing small group discussions and enhancing classroom contributions. It’s the only comprehensive and proven resource that equips students with a clear, actionable process for tackling any case assignment.
Teaching With Cases (Fourth Edition, 2023)
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This book is designed for those interested in participative learning, offering valuable guidance for both new and experienced case teachers. It covers essential topics such as class preparation using the Case Teaching Plan, classroom management, evaluating student contributions to discussions, and case use variations. A new section also addresses online teaching and using cases in non-case environments. Teaching with Cases includes a complimentary copy of the highly successful Learning with Cases. This companion book, primarily aimed at students, equips them with tools to analyze case studies, including the Case Difficulty Cube, the Three-Stage Learning Process, the short and long cycle case preparation processes, and the Case Preparation Chart.
Writing Cases (Fifth Edition, 2019)
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The fifth edition of this best-seller marks a significant advancement in the art of writing effective cases quickly. It introduces a three-phase process for case writing, guiding readers through each stage. New concepts in this edition include the Case Origin Grid, Case Shopping List, action triggers, and the storylines and decision frame cuts. Additionally, the book now features guidance on class testing of new cases. The Case Plan, with its five key components, remains the central tool for effective case development. This approach has been tested worldwide in over 35 countries, with thousands of participants from various disciplines. New case writers who follow the three-phase process outlined in this book will be able to create quality cases in no time. The book also includes a complimentary copy of Learning with Cases, as cases are designed to enhance student learning. For those serious about case writing, it is also recommended to familiarize themselves with Teaching with Cases.
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