| Reviewed: |
May 26, 2011 by Psychology |
| Overview: |
The National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science Case collection is a database for case studies. The site includes cse studies from the primary areas of scientific study. The menu is located at the top of the page and is very easy to read. Informational links on how to submit a case study and "Our latest cases" arelisted first. Subject areas are then listed alphabetically. The Psychology section is the only subject area reviewed here. The psychology link brings the reader right to the cases listed in the psychology sub-section. Currently there are 17 cases listed. The case name, author, and teaching notes are given on the left of the page while a brief synopsis of the case is provided on the right hand side of the page. |
| Learning Goals: |
The learning goals vary with the case study, but all are designed to promote critical thinking within a specific context. |
| Target Student Population: |
The target population is upper level undergraduate and graduate psychology students. Some of the case studies could also be applied to sociology classes. |
| Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills: |
A solid foundation of the basic concepts in psychology are necessary in order to fully understand many of these case studies. This is a site for faculty use - not a resource for students. |
| Type of Material: |
Reference material for instructor use. |
| Recommended Uses: |
Each case study offers recommendations for how they should be used. Most are designed as an activity to be conducted within a single classroom setting. The site can be used for lecture presentation, group assignments, and homework. |
| Technical Requirements: |
None. |
