THE USE OF THE CASE OF METHOD AS TOOL FOR IMPROVING THE LEARNING PROCESS IN MACROECONOMICS

This paper analyses the contribution on learning outcomes of the implementation of the case method in Macroeconomics. Macroeconomics is a discipline whose study presents some level of difficulty to students because of the analytical and graphical framework employed, but the use of the case method as part of the teaching methodology for Macroeconomics can be helpful to link theoretical analysis and economic reality, motivating students to become more interested in the subject.

The aim of this project is to determine whether the use of the audiovisual case method in Macroeconomics improves the learning/teaching process for students through the development and reinforcement of knowledge and skills, such as individual analysis, reflection or collaborative work (analysis and discussion in groups). The contribution to the improvement of the learning process is evaluated from the student opinion expressed in a survey and analysis of academic results. The results are analyzed by campus (Cadiz, Jerez and Algeciras), degree (Business Administration & Management, Finance & Accounting and Marketing & Market Research) and attending to individual student characteristics.