Arguing that ethics is an important part of technical communication, this book discusses ethics in the broad sense including not only the act of communication but also where technical information came from and how it likely will be used. It is intended for advanced undergraduate and graduate audiences, and assumes some familiarity with technical…

To provide management students with practical learning experience, the authors use a practicum entitled the "culminating experience" as part of their management course. This approach combines variations on the case study method and the Delphi Technique with shared experiences of field practitioners. The method is adaptable for use in…

Finds teaching a case several times uncovers how the case works and how to work with the case. Advocates adapting teaching strategies to get the most from a case. Suggests keeping track of issues on which students "bite"; beginning to distinguish obvious from subtle issues; and making revisions based on what was learned in previous steps. (PA)

Argues the importance of presenting ethics and communication as twin concepts in the management communication class. Presents two cases useful in the classroom that address two contemporary issues (harassment in the workplace and the consumption of alcohol by pregnant women) that have implications for business professionals and allow students to…

Describes how the case method can be used in business communication classes to help students develop crucial abilities. Notes that it is most productive when students are actively involved in individual analysis, group and class discussions, and group report writing. Defines criteria for selecting a case, and outlines a step-by-step approach to…

Draws on previous research in both adult and experiential learning to develop an innovative approach for role-playing using case studies in management education. Unlike traditional use of cases, the approach builds an experience around the case study company by surrounding learners with additional props to use in the decision-making process. (EV)

The case method facilitates active, participatory learning, reflection, critical thinking, and problem solving. Effective teaching with cases involves group facilitation, optimal group size, and open-ended questions. Potential problems include student motivation and resistance, teacher role adjustment, and inadequate resources for case…

Of students in capstone strategic management classes, 195 (experimental group) were instructed using the case method. Compared with results from 42 controls on a tolerance for ambiguity scale, the case method not only conveyed core concepts but also increased tolerance. Locus of control had an effect on learning to tolerate ambiguity. (Contains 21…

Using grounded theory, the learning processes used by nine physicians to diagnose Lyme Disease were investigated. Repetition and counterexperiences served to frame the problem along a continuum of familiarity. Results suggest ways to prepare case studies that include variety, repetition, and counterexperiences to teach diagnosis. (Contains 28…

Studied the effects of videocase construction on pre-service teachers' observations of teaching with 31 students in the technology-supported condition and 31 in traditional classroom observation conditions. Results show that technology-supported students outperformed comparisons on video tests of ability to identify, interpret, and analyze…

Argues that geography educators need to give greater attention to the teaching of professional ethics as part of their contribution to the education of responsible citizens. Introduces an approach that couples the case method with a jurisprudential inquiry model, asking students to resolve professional ethical dilemmas through publicly defensible…

Describes a case-writing project designed to enable drama student teachers to encounter real-life teaching challenges within the context of their curriculum course in dramatic arts, a setting where ideas can be freely exchanged and reflections shared without the immediate need to take action. (NH)

Presents a case study for use in business communication classes to help students understand and learn both the context and the strategies for communication with business management. Deals with a case requiring difficult negotiation and compromise in a situation where personal beliefs conflict with organizational goals. Includes four assignments.…

Presents a case study for use in business communication classes to help students understand and learn both the context and the strategies for the communication with business management. Deals with a business problem revolving around issues of appropriate e-mail use and privacy. Includes five assignments. (SR)

Distinguishes between character/morals and ethics/professionalism. Describes techniques for teaching professional ethics to prospective teachers, including a systematic reflective case-debriefing method. (SK)