The case study as a vicarious learning technique.

Learners are members of the fast growing society where information increases at a remarkable rate. The case study is a teaching technique whereby large quantities of information can be introduced and collapsed to a manageable size to enable the learner to develop an appreciation of the whole. The technique of using a case study provides motivation to a learner by involving him or her in the learning process and enables the teacher to provide prompt feedback on the learner's success and errors. All of this begins, however, with a well-designed case study.