Inside the Case Method

The development of judgment and leadership, based on sound analysis rooted in facts, is a core objective of the educational process at HBS.

What's New

  • Access Participation Tracker

    For faculty who wish to continue using the Access Participation Tracker, please visit our Sharesite for download instructions. This tool was developed by Professor Ben Edelman and is supported by the Christensen Center.

    If you are interested in an individual consultation on the tool for yourself or your assistant, please contact to set up an appointment.

  • Grading and Student Feedback

    Our new page on Grading and Student Feedback gives an overview to the multi-step process of assessing student participation performance in case method courses. It offers advice on: developing standards, tracking and evaluating participation, delivering feedback, and grading. (HBS login required)

  • Scheduling a Class Observation

    You can set up class observations or consultations with the Center by calling us at 617-495-3659 or emailing Nancy Edmunds

Promoting excellence and innovation in case method teaching
Teaching at HBS

Curriculum Innovation: features the pedagogical methods practiced by HBS Faculty to engage students both inside and outside the classroom.

RC Teaching Resources: features content, tip sheets, videos, and links for faculty teaching in the RC.

EC Teaching Resources: features content, tip sheets, videos, and links to resources for faculty teaching in the EC.

An HBS faculty login is required to access this material.

Services for HBS Faculty
Class Observation

Staff members are available to observe individual class sessions in support of teaching development. Observations are typically accompanied by a pre-class planning session (see below) and post-observation debrief.

Pre-Class Planning

Staff members are available to meet with instructors prior to class to discuss the teaching plan and relevant teaching issues.

Video Coaching

The Center provides best practice coaching videos for faculty and also meets one-on-one or in groups to review videos and discuss teaching strategies.

Course Evaluation Analysis

Course evaluations offer a detailed look at how students perceive an instructor's classroom effectiveness.

Advice and Counsel

The Center's staff consults to HBS faculty in a broad range of areas.

Case Method Teaching

Our Case Method in Practice section features advice and tactics for successful case method teaching. Each subsection provides perspectives, guidance, and video commentary from experienced case method instructors.

Seminars & Colloquia

Every year, the Christensen center hosts workshops and seminars open to all HBS faculty on topics related to teaching.