The document outlines the case study assignment for an international education course. Students must evaluate online materials from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, a leading global education publisher. They must write a 30 page report analyzing teacher preferences, instructional design, and comparing Pearson and Oxford textbooks. Students will also give a 30 minute oral presentation and reflection on their group's process. The case study aims to develop skills in project planning, research, analysis, and professional presentation.

1. FACULTAD DE ECOLOGIA HUMANA, EDUCACIÓN Y DESARROLLO
Carrera: Educación Internacional
IC EDI 101: Case 1: Online Materials Evaluation 2010
I Background –About Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company is a global education leader and the world's largest
publisher of educational materials for pre-K–12 schools. The Company publishes a comprehensive set
of best-in-class educational solutions, ranging from research-based textbook programs to
instructional technology to standards-based assessments for students and educators. The Company
also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young
readers. With origins dating back to 1832, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt combines its tradition of
excellence with a commitment to innovation. To learn more about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, visit
www.hmhpub.com
II Petition –
Global education leader Houghton Mifflin Harcourt has secured multiple adoptions of its
groundbreaking customized education solutions throughout Latin America. Houghton Mifflin
Harcourt Publishing Company wants to provide best-in-class texts, materials and tools for the
qualification and development of Ecuadorian citizens. Terry Nealon, International Publishers senior
vice president, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. stated that "Educators around the world have long turned
to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to provide the best research-based education materials, and that these
latest successes in Latin America has solidified its firm reputation as the most respected source of
innovative learning solutions worldwide."
III Written Document –
The document should be a maximum of 30 pages including the Appendix, double spaced, size 12. It
should contain the following sections:

2. I. Executive Summary – One page summary of conclusions
II. Background
III. Methodology
A. Teacher preferences
B. Evaluation of instructional design
IV. Teacher preferences in EFL texts (data and interpretation of data)
V. Evaluation of Pearson vs Oxford (data and interpretation of data)
VI. Conclusions
VII. Appendix (May include publishing information, any raw data from interviews or surveys)
IV Oral Presentation –
The oral presentation should be a maximum of 30 minutes with each member of the group
presenting. Dress professionally and turn in the following Reflection to the panel before presenting.
It would also be a good idea to have samples of the texts being evaluated.
Reflection – Turn in one copy in a manila folder to the panel on Monday, June 26. Maximum, 3 pages. It
should contain the following: Names of group members, work distribution among members (functions
and responsibilities), schedule of activities carried out between dates 2010, evaluation of the group’s
strengths and weaknesses during the process: planning, organization, use of time and the writing of the
final document; and steps the group will take in future cases to improve.
V Bibliography
CLT Theory
VI Summary of Activities
Date Place Activity
Mon. June 5 9, Bulletin board, Brief - Get copies of Brief and Reglamento de Casos.
16h00 email and Kiosk
MOODLE
Wed., June 7 Secretaria Registration – Letters of presentation due. Include names of
Before 17h15 General group members, group name, and group coordinator
Revisores – Your teacher will be available during her regular class
Wed. June 14 Regular class schedule to answer questions. Each group should schedule an
19h00 Room appointment with the teacher. Appointments are 30 min.
WIKISPACE maximum.
The case should be almost complete before Revisores.
Thurs. June 22 Facultad Written documents due – 3 copies. Half point penalty per day for
By 17h00 lateness. Order equipment from Luis Marcillo for oral
presentation.
Mon., June 26 TBA Oral presentation – 30 min. Professional dress. Don’t be late.
19h00-20h00 CONFERENCE? Group should present Reflection to the panel before beginning
VIDEO? the presentation.