FDP on Teaching and Developing Case Study

Event Name: FDP on Teaching and Developing Case Study Event Date:24th- 26th August 2024
Faculty Coordinators: Dr. Nimit Gupta & Dr. Fehmina Khalique Number of Participants 22
Organizing Institute:Lloyd Business School Mode: Online

Objectives:

The Faculty Development Program was organized with the following objectives:

  • To enhance understanding of the case study method as an effective pedagogical tool.
  • To develop faculty capability in teaching and designing case studies.
  • To promote experiential and problem-based learning across disciplines.
  • To strengthen analytical, decision-making, and critical thinking skills among educators.
  • To improve classroom engagement through real-world business scenarios.
  • To align teaching methodologies with industry-oriented learning outcomes.

Detailed Report:

Day 1: Introduction to Case Study Methodology

The first day of the Faculty Development Program focused on building a foundational understanding of the case study teaching method. The session introduced participants to the importance of case-based learning in management education and its role in bridging theory and practice.

Key discussions included:

  • Overview of case study pedagogy in higher education.
  • Types of case studies and their classroom applications.
  • Role of faculty as facilitators in case-based teaching.
  • Structuring classroom discussions for maximum student participation.

The session was interactive and helped participants understand how case studies enhance experiential learning.

Day 2: Developing and Teaching Effective Case Studies

The second day emphasized the design and development of case studies. Faculty members were trained on how to create impactful cases based on real business situations.

Major areas covered were:

  • Identifying suitable business problems for case development.
  • Writing structured and outcome-oriented case studies.
  • Teaching strategies for effective case delivery.
  • Evaluation techniques for assessing student performance through case discussions.

Participants gained practical insights into transforming theoretical concepts into engaging classroom experiences.

Day 3: Case Analysis, Assessment, and Best Practices

The final day focused on advanced case teaching techniques and assessment methodologies. The sessions highlighted how to measure learning outcomes through case-based evaluation.

Key topics included:

  • Case analysis frameworks and decision-making tools.
  • Designing assessment rubrics for case study evaluation.
  • Best practices for moderating case discussions.
  • Integrating case studies with curriculum objectives and learning outcomes.

The program concluded with reflections on adopting case-based teaching to improve student engagement and learning effectiveness.

Learning Outcomes

After attending the FDP, participants were able to:

  • Understand the concept and significance of case study pedagogy.
  • Design and develop industry-relevant case studies.
  • Apply effective case teaching and facilitation techniques.
  • Enhance student learning through experiential and problem-based approaches.
  • Evaluate student performance using structured case assessment tools.
  • Improve classroom interaction and critical thinking among learners.