A variation of the case study method is described. Students in Adolescent Psychology composed hypothetical cases, proposed solutions to problems, and surveyed other groups regarding case dilemmas and adolescent issues. The method appeared to help students integrate concepts covered in the course and to increase students' motivation.
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