Developing a Strong Instructor
When picturing a successful case method instructor, the image that often comes to mind is that of a charismatic individual, who makes it all seem effortless. But the fact that the instructor is center stage does not imply a need for showmanship. In the case classroom, effective teaching comes in a wide variety of styles. A quiet, thoughtful, soft-spoken introvert can engage and challenge students as effectively as a dramatic, high energy extrovert. What matters most is the trust, passion and commitment to learning that the instructor brings to the class discussion, and the authenticity of whatever style is employed.
It is also the effort (and it takes an effort) to make a class a sharing of information, an open communication that allows that two-way transfer of knowledge/acceptance/questions/etc.
I've seen many an instructor that treats communication as a one-way information dump!
