THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CASE STUDY METHODS IN TEACHING ENGLISH

Authors

  • Gulnara Janova

Abstract

The article deals with the Case Study method that is a powerful student-centered teaching strategy that can impart students with critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. Case studies are, multidisciplinary, and “allow the application of theoretical concepts…bridging the gap between theory and practice” Working on cases requires students to research and evaluate multiple sources of data, fostering information literacy. Case method is also effective at developing real world, professional skills. Working on case studies requires good organizational and time management skills. Case method increases student proficiency with written and oral communication, as well as collaboration and teamwork. “Case studies force students into real-life situations,” training them in managerial skills such as “holding a meeting, negotiating a contract, giving a presentation, etc”.

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Published

2015-06-20

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 18 (2015): GULANI (Linguistics, Literature Studies, History and Education)

Section

Education, Pedagogy and Methodology

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