Page 19 - The Case Lab Book

Encourage active learning

The case method provides an opportunity for the development of key
skills such as:

• communication,

• group working and
• problem solving

Furthermore it augments the students’ enjoyment of the topic and

their desire to learn.

Problems

The issue or problem statement should be a clear, consise statement of
exactly what needs to be addressed in the case study. Problems require
a solution before an organisation’s performance can improve.
Consequently, you have to decide what the main issues/problems are

and this may be aided by asking yourself the following questions:

1. What are the issue(s)/problem(s) in the case study?
Identifying the facts of the case will allow you to begin

appreciating the problems facing the organisation and allow

you to identify what are the core problems.

Solutions