case-builder

Create teaching business cases with narrative leads and learning objectives in Quarto .qmd format.

Updated May 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/c-kraus/thws-skills --skill case-builder
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Skill: case-builder
Source: https://github.com/c-kraus/thws-skills/tree/main/case-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/c-kraus/thws-skills --skill case-builder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you create high-quality teaching case studies that clearly connect a compelling story (the Lead) with precise learning objectives (the Need), producing a ready-to-publish Quarto .qmd.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Case Development Funnel: Guides you through a structured process (exploration interview prompts, then drafting rules) to avoid vague or unteachable cases.
  • Integrated, classroom-ready structure: Ensures questions are placed immediately after the narrative section they test, supporting smooth in-class discussion.
  • Quarto Single Source Publishing output: Produces a .qmd file template suitable for lecture handouts, aligned to the teaching case format and writing constraints.

Quick Start

Use case-builder to generate a structured teaching case by calling it with your chosen learning concept, the company/context, the named protagonist, the cut-off point, and your target audience.

Frequently Asked Questions about case-builder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write a teaching business case study with clear learning objectives?

To write a teaching business case study, you need a structured process that pairs a narrative Lead with precise learning objectives. This approach uses a development funnel to align your story with classroom-ready questions, ensuring the case is pedagogically rigorous and discussion-ready.

What is the best way to format business education materials for Quarto publishing?

The best way to format business education materials for Quarto is to generate a .qmd file template. This ensures single-source publishing output that aligns with teaching case formats, producing ready-to-publish lecture handouts directly from your case study draft.

How do you structure a case study narrative so it ends before the critical decision?

Structuring a case study narrative to end before the critical decision requires defining a specific case cut-off point. This disciplined third-person writing approach ensures the narrative stops before resolution, prompting students to analyze the situation and determine the outcome themselves.

Can I generate teaching cases in both German and English for executive education?

Yes, you can generate teaching cases in both German and English for executive education. The case development process supports multilingual output, ensuring pedagogically rigorous narrative design and targeted learning objectives function across different language contexts.

Where should discussion questions be placed in a business case study for classroom use?

Discussion questions should be placed immediately after the narrative section they test within a business case study. This integrated locality of data and tasks supports smooth in-class discussion and helps students connect theoretical concepts directly to the story.

What inputs do I need to provide to start drafting a business case study?

To start drafting a business case study, you need to provide your chosen learning concept, the company context, the named protagonist, the case cut-off point, and your target audience. These inputs guide the structured exploration and drafting rules.