1. Introduction to Case Writing Computer Literacy With an Attitude Case based learning is a form of inquiry based learning. In case based learning a real world problem is posed to students. Students are then responsible for developing information and using that information to solve the real world problems.

2. Bloom’s Taxonomy Evaluation Synthesis Analysis Comprehension Knowledge

3. A GOOD CASE WILL HAVE... A story line Appeal to the level of the students Careful construction and will present a problem/problems Well thought out objectives Room for student imagination

4. Types of Case Studies Mini-cases Large Group Cases Multi-station Cases Video Tape Cases Computer Case Simulation Assessment Cases

5. What do you want your case to do? Before you begin writing a case, understand what skills and knowledge students will demonstrate when they complete the case. Be sure as you develop the case that there are appropriate resources available to enable students to gather information and to present it in a credible manner.

6. Getting started Name of course Level of students How much time will be devoted to the case? What are the basic ideas or concepts you want to teach? Write these as simple, declarative statements.

7. PARTS OF A CASE I. Case Narrative II. References III. Resources IV. Objectives V. Study Questions VI. Tutor Guide

8. Keep in mind that a successful case will allow you to... Tell a story Build the problem carefully to help students reach the objectives of the case Make the case level appropriate to your students –You Must Be willing to revise and rewrite Trust yourself, trust the students