The case method can encourage critical thinking if it goes beyond the memorization of key facts, precedents, diagnoses, etc. Getting beyond these basics and into critical thinking primarily involves attention to the structure of reasoning in the case under examination.
Fundame ntal Critical Thinking Competencies
Sco ring sheet for Analytical Writing Rubric
Discus sion strategies that build critical thinking
Test question formats that target critical thinking
The case discussion method as critical thinking exercise
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