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It forces difficult choices to be

made based on open-ended
situations with multiple

interpretations and possible

solutions. To this mix is added a

basis for fundamental value
conflict exploration which reflects

learning goals and pedagogy of

the course the case was designed for.

For the lecturer the case is like marriage, allowing instruction

to be embedded in it encouraging users to learn by doing and

to provide feedback and direction on their thinking and

actions.

In essence the case study is developed to create a

collaborative learning environment and the teaching guide, is

designed to provide other potential instructors insights into

the case and the learning which can be derived from it.

Most cases have common features ranging from:

• A decision-maker who is struggling with some question or

problem that needs to be resolved.
• A contextual matrix in which the problem is set.

• Supporting data, tables, links to URLs, supporting

documents, etc.