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LEARNING WITH CASES

LEARNING WITH CASES. Learning problem solving requires a non-traditional kind of learning >>>>EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING The case method Has its advantages and disadvantages. ADVANTAGES anchored in reality learner based powerful, personal, intimate. DISADVANTAGES no right answer

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LEARNING WITH CASES

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  1. LEARNING WITH CASES • Learning problem solving requires a non-traditional kind of learning • >>>>EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING • The case method • Has its advantages and disadvantages

  2. ADVANTAGES anchored in reality learner based powerful, personal, intimate DISADVANTAGES no right answer freedom scary? demands hard work ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES(OF THE CASE METHOD)

  3. HOW TO PREPARE A CASE • Flip through the case • read just the first and last paragraphs • get a feel for what the case is about • Flip through the exhibits • Read the case quickly • read the first sentence of each paragraph • Decide what the action issues really are • Reread more carefully

  4. HOW TO PREPARE A CASE(2) • Decide the analysis questions to pursue • Answer the analysis questions • Choose a course of action (considering and rejecting plausible alternatives) • Develop a plan of action • Test the plan and analysis before the class

  5. A GOOD CASE ANALYSIS-- SOME CRITERIA • Consider different aspects and different sides; don’t take an overly narrow view • Avoid rehashing case facts; think about what you can draw out of these facts • Don’t confuse symptoms with problems • Make reasonable assumptions; don’t be frozen by insufficient information • All opportunities don’t demand action • (you have to pick and choose the opportunity to pursue) • Be realistic, deal with objectives realistically

  6. A GOOD CASE ANALYSIS(2) • Recognize alternatives • Discuss the pros and cons of each alternative • Make effective use of financial and other quantitative information • Make good use of evidence developed during the analysis to arrive at a decision • Reach a clear decision • Prepare recommendations and a plan of action

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