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Problem Orientation: Using a Central Challenge to Drive Learning

A good case study starts with a clear problem. When students are asked to solve a realistic challenge, they become more engaged and learn more effectively. In education, constructed problems work especially well because they can be shaped to match the needs and goals of your course.
In this learning element, you’ll explore how to design problem-based case studies that support active learning:

  • Understand why using a central problem is key to a strong case study.
  • Learn how to create complex but clear problems that involve multiple layers and interactions.
  • Discover how this approach helps students build important competencies like analysis, teamwork, and decision-making.

These tips will help you build stronger, more focused case studies that encourage students to think critically and solve problems.

Below are the links for learning nuggets to design a case study with…

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TeC@ces tool main page

The TeC@ses-tool is a flexible pick-and-mix system that allows you to freely choose and combine the learning nuggets that suit your needs.

Challenging scenario

Learning nugget of the TeC@ses training for teachers to develop challenging, complex scenarios when designing case studies.