CASE STUDIES
When teaching ethics to students,
case studies are a valuable resource. Experts say that when
using case studies to teach, it is most effective to use studies
to which the students can relate. By doing this, you create
a conflict within the students' minds. As a result of this,
they will be prodded to resolve the conflict. This leads the
students to identify the ethical problem at hand, and will send
them on a journey to find a solution. By choosing a problem
to which the students can relate, you create an active learning
environment, which is also a successful one.
| General Science Cases |
Case Studies in Science
The National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science
has compiled a Case Study Collection. Cases are divided
by category. |
Computer Ethics Reports
Numerous case studies dealing with computer use. Topics
such as file transfer, free software, and spamming are covered. |
| Student-centered Cases |
Cases for College Students
A compilation of case studies which have been identified
as particularly relevant to college students. A brief summary
accompanies the link to the entire case study. |
Cases developed by PSU students
A compilation of case studies provided by Penn State Students.
A brief description accompanies the link to the complete
case study. All student case study examples are also available
on downloadable files in Microsoft Word 2000 format. |
Ethics Case Studies on Campus
Ethics Case Studies on Campus A valuable collection of
case studies selected by Lawrence M. Hinman, a Professor
of Philosophy and Director of the Values Institute at
the University of San Diego. Cases very applicable to
student life.
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Ethical Issues on Campus
A compilation of ethical controversies in colleges that
center on topics related to moral and civic values and responsibility. |
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