Case studies are a powerful tool for learning. In the Contemporary Issues in Science Courses (CISCs), case studies are used both to teach core concepts and to actively engage students in real-world problem solving. In addition to analyzing case studies, students work in groups to write their own decision-based case study. This process challenges them to explore complex issues from the perspective of specific stakeholders. By doing so, students must consider how that individual or group might respond to the issue, weigh the pros and cons from that perspective, and construct arguments either in support of or in opposition to a proposed solution. This not only builds content understanding but also fosters empathy, critical thinking, and evidence-based reasoning.