WHY DO WE HAVE TO LEARN THIS STUFF? REVISING OR DEVELOPING A COURSE USING ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

Michael E. Cafferky

Abstract


This paper explores how the concept of “essential questions” can be used to structure a business course such that student engagement is fostered. The relationship between essential questions and other course elements is discussed. An example is provided for how this approach was used in a business ethics course.

Keywords


Active learning, business ethics, course architecture, curriculum planning, essential questions, front-loading activities, guiding questions, pedagogy, Socratic method

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