This article describes an approach to teaching consumer behavior which is based on a series of assignments requiring the students to analyze current advertisements. The research summarized in the article indicates that the approach can motivate students to improve their writing skills and achieve educational objectives beyond the simple acquisition of information about consumer behavior and marketing.
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