Faculty Development Workshops
   
 

Case-Based Learning
Workshop
   
 

Duration

6 hours (full day)
   
 

Synopsis

This workshop introduces participants to strategies for planning and conducting various types of case-based learning in small groups. The workshop begins with the participants experiencing a case in PBL (problem-based learning). After a debriefing of the PBL case including the students' roles and the facilitator's responsibilities, participants review several case formats including paperback (multiple page, progressive disclosure) and snapshot (one page) cases. Participants learn protocols and receive templates for writing cases in both formats. Working in teams, participants write a case during the workshop and try out the case with other participants. A checklist that provides guidelines for effective facilitation of small group conferences is discussed, and participants use the checklist to critique a small group facilitator in action.
   
 

Objectives

At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Assess the advantages and disadvantages of small group, case-based learning from the perspective of the student.
  • Describe the formats of different types of cases that can be used to stimulate learning in small group conferences.
  • Identify skills of the effective small group facilitator.
  • Write a case and conduct a try-out in class.

If you would like additional information or would like to schedule this workshop at your institution, please contact the Academy for Academic Leadership.
 

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