Walkup's Way Home Case Studies - Learning Outcomes
... After reading case studies and discussing these in groups, students will be able to to do the following:
  1. Apply critical thinking skills.
  2. Identify thesis (main point) and supporting ideas.
  3. Describe, discuss, compare, and analyze the merits of various arguments.
  4. Apply oral communication skills to explain and analyze ideas and make substantive comments in small groups.
  5. Speak publicly, intelligibly, and clearly on cases discussed: persisting in college dropping out, grading policies, contacting instructors regarding absences, etc.
  6. Develop a greater understanding of and positive attitude towards group dynamics, class atmosphere, and the value of diverse contributions to classroom discussions.
  7. Work cooperatively and productively in collaborative and team settings.
  8. Attain confidence in reading and speaking in an academic setting.
  9. Develop relationships and a support network among peers.
  10. Appreciate and enjoy the dynamics of discourse in the academic community.

 

Note: Student who create case studies for class reading and discussion gain all of the above skills, plus

1  Gain a sense of accomplishment, pride, affirmation,  self-confidence, exuberance  of producing work that is worthy of being the core of a class