Recipe: AI Case Study

Purpose

Case studies help us analyze real-world scenarios that we may encounter in our careers, while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This group assignment will help us contextualize what we are learning and work together to build a creative solution.

AI in this Assignment

In a group, you all will play “Yes, and…” to develop a case study in generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) to analyze. After the case study has been developed, you will work in a group to develop a solution without the use of generative AI.

Tasks (estimated completion time: 1 hour)

1. Create a case study:
   1. Create groups or have students join a group then designate one person to start a new chat for the group with ChatGPT or another generative AI tool.
   2. Consider topics explored in the module/week’s lesson and the issue of [insert problem/scenario students should address]. Your group’s case study will focus on this scenario.
   3. Start your chat with the following prompt and fill in the blanks based on input from all members in the group. Be creative and try everyone’s ideas.
      1. Create a case study for my college-level course in [insert course topic or title].
      2. This case study should explore and address [insert problem/scenario ]. For example, how technology can help increase a sense of belonging at a large university.
      3. The individual in this case study is [insert description of the individual and defining characteristics that may contribute to the scenario].
      4. The case study will list at least three solutions.
2. Read and analyze the case.
   1. The group then identifies the unique challenges faced by this individual and considers how the situation may differ for someone else.
   2. Analyze solutions in the case study and choose one to further develop with your group. Be ready to share with the class.
   3. Consider the following in your shares:
      1. Is the solution realistic given the scenario?
      2. What adjustments need to be made to address the unique situation of the individual in this case study?
      3. What technologies, resources, and/or support are needed?
3. Share with the class!

See an example of a case study output that a student may receive in ChatGPT.

Recipe Variations:

This assignment could be structured as an individual assignment.
Use AI tools to create your own case studies for your classes.

Resources

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Submission Guidelines

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Criteria for Success

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NOTES FOR INSTRUCTORS (DO NOT INCLUDE THIS SECTION IN YOUR ASSIGNMENT):
Recipe substitutions:

• Customize sections as you see fit.
• Review the case study prompt in Step 1 for any further adjustments. The sections in brackets are for students to adjust in their group.