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Key Points
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In a case study you will be provided with a real-world scenario or asked to research or create your own. Case studies give you the opportunity to put into practice what you are learning. You are required to analyse the case using what you have learned in class as well as theories and concepts. This may include analysing what an organisation did well, what the failed to do or did poorly and giving recommendations on the case
How do I structure it?
Just like an essay a case study usually includes an introduction, body paragraphs and a conclusion. However, it is common to use headings and subheadings to guide the reader. It is important to use your marking criteria to determine what exactly you need to include. There is usually a paragraph on the background of the case. The main part of the assignment will involve you applying the concepts and theories you have learnt about to the case study. This means that you will be referencing research and theory to support your ideas.
Common Headings
What kind of language do I use?
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Recommendations |
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The educator failed to…. The class activity effectively…. According to the theory of x best practice would have been to …. The teacher did not follow the concept of x The lesson plan demonstrated efficient implementation of… In the case it was found that… Analysis of x demonstrated… A reoccurring problem in the class was … |
It is recommended that in the future x…… X could have been avoided if….. Author (year) argues that a better approach would have been… A possible solution to x is to x A better option would have been x To avoid this in the future the educator needs to… Author (year) suggest that a applying the concept of x can avoid issues like this. |
Adapted From: Halverson, L. R., & Graham, C. R. (2019). Learner engagement in blended learning environments: A conceptual framework. Online Learning, 23(2), 145–178. https://doi.org/10.24059/olj.v23i2.1481
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Blended Learning At the most basic level, blended learning involves the combination of face-to-face and technology-mediated instruction (Graham, 2013). Blended learning has been proposed as a possible solution to increasing learning engagement in the classroom (Aspden & Helm, 2004; Graham & Robison, 2007). The educator in this teaching case study has tried to incorporate concepts of blended learning into their course design. However, the rigidity of the structure of the course did not encourage flexibility and personalisation which according to Horn and Staker (2015) is one of the key benefits of this blended learning. The following section will review how the teacher can measure engagement in blended learning.
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Topic sentence to introduce the main idea of the paragraph.
Gives examples and evidence to support the argument. Uses a ; to synthesise multiple sources.
Adds own voice and link at the end of the paragraph.
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First sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph. Adds evidence and references to support argument.
Student adds own voice.
Uses linking words and phrases. |
Make sure your support your analysis with references and theory. This means including in-text citations to show where you got your ideas from. You want to be citing credible authors to show your analysis is based on the ideas of experts in your field. The textbook and assigned readings are a good place to start.
