Online Resources
The case method is a teaching approach that immerses students in real-world scenarios, placing them in the roles of individuals who faced challenging decisions in the past. Below are some resources that may assist instructors in effectively using the case method in their teaching.
- Elevate Your Case Prep with ChatGPTExplores how ChatGPT can help faculty prepare for case studies with tailored insights and easier research.
- The HBS Case MethodBrief overview of the HBS case method.
- How They Teach The Case Method At Harvard Business SchoolFrom the September 29, 2015 issue of Poets & Quants. Provides detailed background on how the case method is taught at Harvard Business School.
- Teaching by the Case Method: Christensen Center for Teaching & Learning Harvard Business SchoolExplores the case method in practice and provides tip sheets for effective case method teaching.
- Teaching with Case Studies: Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence ( PennState)Describes how to use case studies as strategies to provide active learning experiences for students.
- Using Case Studies to Teach: BU Center for Teaching & LearningProvides a brief overview of how to most effectively use cases in Boston University classes.
Books
The Case for Cases: Teaching with Cases - How to Teach Using the Case Method by
This book is intended to support faculty in designing and conducting case teaching. The book is a practical 'how to' guide for faculty setting up and delivering a case based class. It can be used by instructors of all levels as it discusses issues such as class culture, teaching pace, grading, board usage etc.
Location: OnlinePublication Date: 2018
The case method at the Harvard Business School : papers by present and past members of the faculty and staff by
This introduction covers the use of case studies in education, including the origins of the case method in business instruction and its benefits and limitations. It includes examples such as marketing (Florida Foods Inc.), production (Hampton Manufacturing Company), and control (Conmay Company). The text explores the case method from various perspectives, including its impact on student development and the instructor’s role. It discusses classroom application, case preparation, and outlines for teaching courses using the case method. Additional topics include industry use, research possibilities, and case writing, with a list of Harvard Business School case collections.
Location: Mugar Library Off-site HF1111 F54Publication Date: 1954
Case Studies in Strategic Management by
Most business schools use case studies in their courses. However, these are typically based on past cases and assigned to students to solve. This book describes a new approach for teaching with case studies, which was developed and applied successfully at TUM School of Management. In this approach, student teams write and solve their own case study on a topic concerning current and future businesses. A case can thus be on their own startup or a strategic decision of existing companies. During the course, the students receive intensive coaching while selecting and developing the case topic by the course advisors as well as feedback by industry experts and executives for whom the case is actually a burning question. The authors present 17 cases covering strategic questions for startups and technology companies such as Deutsche Post, BMW, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Stadtwerke München, Fielmann, adidas, Siemens, Caribou Biosciences, eon, Airbus, Unicredit and UBS.
Location: onlinePublication Date: 2019
Teaching and the Case Method by
Teaching and the Case Method delves into the special role of teacher and students in the case method learning process. Schools that want to use the case method more effectively can use this book to teach groups of faculty how to apply case method techniques. For the first time, too, a book about case method teaching attempts to show how the method can be applied in a liberal arts setting. A liberal arts module in the book presents an innovative program for instructors who want to experiment with discussion teaching in traditional arts and science areas. The book focuses on a wide range of knotty problems faced by most instructors, experienced or new, creating an opportunity for them to learn from each other. It's main purpose is to provide a rich opportunity for both professional school and liberal arts instructors to develop their own discussion leadership skills, and to further the process of learning for both themselves and their students.
Location: Pardee Library HF1131 .C48 1994Publication Date: 1994
Teaching and writing case studies: a practical guide by
The case method remains a leading teaching approach in business schools, evolving with new technologies and student expectations. This manual, suitable for both newcomers and seasoned practitioners, details the benefits of the case method and provides step-by-step guides for case teaching and writing. It covers case discussion techniques, learning objectives, and multimedia use. The manual also includes instructions on case writing, from research to structuring and teaching notes, with practical exercises to aid in the development of effective case studies.
Location: Online (Internet Archive)ISBN: Publication Date: 2006
Teaching with Cases by
Case method teaching immerses students in realistic business scenarios with incomplete information and conflicting goals, fostering critical thinking through dynamic class discussions. *Teaching with Cases* offers practical advice for instructors on course planning, teaching, and evaluation. It is structured around three key elements: advance planning, leading effective case discussions, and evaluating student performance. This book is valuable for anyone interested in case-based teaching, whether using cases as the primary method or as a supplement. For more information and resources, visit teachingwithcases.hbsp.harvard.edu.
Location: Pardee Library HD30.4 .S329 2014Publication Date: 2014
Who Learns What from Cases and How? by
This book provides a comprehensive review of empirical research on case-based pedagogy, including discussions on various types of cases (print, video, multimedia) and methods (discussion, writing, constructing cases). It covers different theoretical frameworks, from narrative to constructivism, and highlights research gaps and questions for further study. The volume aims to compare case pedagogy claims with current research and to examine methodologies used in studying case methods. It stands out for its focus on empirical evidence rather than testimonials, making it a valuable resource for teacher educators, educational psychologists, and advanced students in pedagogy.
Location: Mugar Library LB1029.C37 W56 1999Publication Date: 1999
Why Teach with Cases?: Reflections on Philosophy and Practice by
Business educators use cases to give students the experience of solving real challenges while standing in the shoes of real-life business leaders and asking 'why?'. In this landmark new book, Gabriel also begins by asking 'why?': Why would anyone teach with cases? Why should adult students learn through cases? Why is case teaching important in the higher education classrooms of today's world? Readers will be guided through the different aspects of teaching and learning with cases in multiple contexts, and will come to understand the 'why', the pedagogy and underpinning philosophy of case teaching. This is the first book for educators that combines case pedagogy at a philosophical level with evidence from practical experience into a single volume. It is an implementation ready resource that converges with a time of change in the field of education, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Location: OnlinePublication Date: 2022
