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Case Study / Applied Practice Article Template

This structure is designed for faculty documenting applied work, intervention studies, or practice-based projects. It can support research in education, counseling, healthcare, social work, and professional settings.

Section	Guiding Questions & Prompts
Introduction	What problem or need motivated this applied project? What context (e.g., school, clinic, community) does it respond to? What were the guiding questions, objectives, or goals? Why is this case significant to your field or discipline?
Context & Background	Where did the project take place? Who was involved? What background or situational factors are relevant? How was the need for the project identified?
Approach / Strategy	What strategy, intervention, or practice was implemented? Why was this approach chosen (theory, evidence, experience)? How was it designed or adapted for this specific setting? What materials or procedures were used?
Process & Implementation	How was the project carried out, step-by-step? Who were the key participants or collaborators? What challenges, barriers, or pivots occurred? How did the implementation unfold over time?
Outcomes / Reflections	What changed as a result of the project? What evidence do you have (qualitative, quantitative, anecdotal)? What were the most valuable lessons learned? What feedback or impact was observed?
Discussion	What makes this case or project relevant to a wider audience? How could this be scaled, adapted, or improved? What broader implications arise from your experience?
Limitations & Considerations	What were the limits of this project (e.g., scope, timeline, generalizability)? What would you do differently with more time or resources? What considerations should others take into account before replicating?
Conclusion	What are the key takeaways or contributions from this work? How does this project advance understanding or practice in your field? Provide a concise closing (2–4 sentences) with a strong final insight.