Digital Case Method from edX

This class is designed for teaching and learning professionals, media professors, and university and college leaders interested in learning, creating, and using Digital Case Studies.

Digital Case Studies can be created by students using inexpensive equipment, such as smartphones and laptops, and can profile issues that range from public policy, to civic engagement, to business, health and education.

By combining short PBS/BBC style documentaries - often created by students – with traditional written cases, powerful modular learning assets are created.

The goal is to help students and learners all over the world to tap into the power of visual storytelling. Video tools and digital cases learned through this course can play a crucial role in this process. This course includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed.

As discussed in our book, Leveling the Learning Curve , and the "Leveling The Learning Curve" conference, digital cases are fantastic learning assets for use in both in-person and online classes.

Important information covered in this course includes video, production, green screen, case studies, and digital storytelling.

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Learning objectives

Students will learn how to create digital case studies themselves, with practical tutorials for every aspect of case creation from planning and scripting to filming and production. students will learn how to take advantage of inexpensive tools and open-source resources to dive right in to digital case creation.

Upon completing the course, learners will also be equipped with the tools necessary to design and build a digital case study program. this includes organizing, funding, and managing case collections for use by student learners.

Students will learn how to create digital case studies themselves, with practical tutorials for every aspect of case creation from planning and scripting to filming and production. students will learn how to take advantage of inexpensive tools and open-source resources to dive right in to digital case creation.
Upon completing the course, learners will also be equipped with the tools necessary to design and build a digital case study program. this includes organizing, funding, and managing case collections for use by student learners.

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Teaches how to create and use digital case studies, which is beneficial for teachers, media professors, and university leaders

Covers a wide range of topics, including public policy, civic engagement, business, health, and education

Emphasizes the benefits of using video storytelling

Includes tutorials and hands-on training

Provides tools for designing, organizing, funding, and managing case study programs

Relevant to learners in both in-person and online classes

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Digital Case Method with these activities:

Organize previous work

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Compile and review notes, assignments, quizzes, and exam materials related to previous coursework, such as introductory photography or videography, to strengthen your foundational knowledge.

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Gather and categorize notes, assignments, and practice materials
Review and summarize key concepts, theories, and techniques
Identify areas where you need to refresh your knowledge or skills

Create a digital case study

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Combine insights from the course with personal knowledge and experience to create educational and engaging content.

Browse courses on Digital Case Studies

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Choose a topic that interests you and aligns with the course material.
Develop a storyboard and outline for your case study.
Record footage using a smartphone or laptop.
Edit the footage using open-source software.
Write a narrative that complements the visual content.

Create short video case studies

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Apply your knowledge of digital storytelling and case study development by creating short video case studies on various topics. This hands-on practice will help you refine your skills and gain valuable experience.

Browse courses on Digital Storytelling

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Choose a topic or issue to focus on for your case study
Gather relevant information and conduct research
Plan and write a storyboard for your video case study
Record and edit the video, incorporating storytelling techniques and visual elements
Share your video case study with peers or instructors for feedback and improvement

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Curate a collection of digital case studies

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Organize and share a variety of digital case studies to supplement the course material and provide additional learning opportunities.

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Identify and gather digital case studies from various sources.
Create a system for organizing and categorizing the case studies.
Develop a platform or repository for sharing the collection with others.
Promote the collection to students and educators.

Attend presentations and workshops on digital storytelling

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Participate in presentations and workshops that focus on digital storytelling techniques and best practices. Engage with experts in the field, learn from their experiences, and expand your knowledge and network.

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Identify relevant presentations or workshops on digital storytelling
Register and attend the event
Actively participate in discussions and networking opportunities

Career center

Learners who complete Digital Case Method will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Media Producer

A Media Producer oversees the production of media content, including overseeing film and video production. This course can help build a foundation for a future Media Producer because it includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed. This course also heavily emphasizes the use of video and digital storytelling.

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Program Manager

A Program Manager plans and executes programs and projects, and may also manage budgets for these activities. This course can help lead to success as a Program Manager because it includes training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed. A future Program Manager can also use video tools and digital storytelling learned through this course to support initiatives.

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Instructional Designer

An Instructional Designer creates, develops, and evaluates instructional materials and programs. This course can help build a foundation for a future Instructional Designer because it includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed. This course also discusses traditional written cases and modular learning assets that can be used as instructional materials for students.

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Learning and Development Specialist

A Learning and Development Specialist plans, develops, and implements learning and development programs for employees. This course can help an aspiring Learning and Development Specialist, because it includes the tools to create, design, and manage case study programs. It can also help a future L&D Specialist through tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools.

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Educational Consultant

An Educational Consultant advises educational institutions on how to improve their programs and services. This course may help an Educational Consultant improve their foundational knowledge of how students learn and can lead to success in a future career as an Educational Consultant. The course also includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed.

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Curriculum Developer

A Curriculum Developer creates, develops, and evaluates curriculum materials and programs. This course may help build a foundation for a future Curriculum Developer because it includes the tools to create, design, and manage case study programs. It can also help a future Curriculum Developer through tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools.

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Instructional Coach

An Instructional Coach provides coaching and support to teachers and other educators to improve their teaching practices. This course may be useful to an Instructional Coach because it helps equip learners with the tools necessary to design and build a digital case study program, including organizing, funding, and managing case collections for use by student learners. This includes creating cases and learning video production, both of which could be used as a coach in the field.

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Teacher

A Teacher provides instruction to students in a variety of academic subjects. This course may be useful to a Teacher because it includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed. Teachers may use these methods to design their own classes, and will have the tools needed to make academic content into an engaging video form.

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Education Consultant

An Education Consultant provides consulting services to educational institutions and organizations on a variety of educational issues. This course may be useful to an Education Consultant because it helps equip learners with the tools necessary to design and build a digital case study program, including organizing, funding, and managing case collections for use by student learners.

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Educational Researcher

An Educational Researcher conducts research on educational issues and trends. This course may be useful to an Educational Researcher because it helps equip learners with the tools necessary to design and build a digital case study program, including organizing, funding, and managing case collections for use by student learners.

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Media Specialist

A Media Specialist manages and provides access to media resources, including books, videos, and other materials. This course may be useful to a Media Specialist because it includes tutorials and hands-on training to create cases, use inexpensive equipment and open-source tools, and looks into how case study programs can be designed, organized, funded and managed.

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