Comparison of case libraries designs when constructing arguments in support of decision-making problems

• In Event: RTD - Problem Solving and Reflection

Short Description

The current research compared three different case library designs (cases only, problem-solving prompts, case reuse prompt) on decision-making problems. Results found no significant differences on initial argument, counterargument, rebuttal, and holistic scores when participants (N=87) had access to the cases. However, significant differences were found on counterargument and overall holistic scores when students constructed an argument for a transfer task. Implications for episodic memory theory and case library design are discussed.

Authors

• Andrew Tawfik, Concordia University Chicago

• C. Wayne Keene, University of Missouri

• Kyle Gowen, University of Missouri