Case Discussion

Goal: By the end of the class, you should be able to...
  • Understand your final assignment
  • Analyze and synthesize the evidence from the case to determine their personal stance on a problem, decision or evaluation
  • Present logical arguments based on their analysis of the case during the class discussion
Unit 4 (Case-based Essay Assignment Details)
Class Debate
  • Merck Vioxx Case - What should Gilmartin, the CEO of Merck, do in response to the research report (Vioxx doubles the risk of heart attacks and strokes)?
    • What are his options?
    • What are the pros & cons of each option? What is the evidence for each argument?
    • Record your analysis on OneNote
  • What is the "textbook" analysis?
Sample Case Reports:
Basics of Case-based Essays
How to Write a Case-Based Essay