Problem
Case Study Reflections: Denton's Birthday Cupcakes
A. What are the key facts in this case?
B. Analyze the case from the perspectives of the case writer, the cook and the parent. How do their perspectives differ?
C. What professional values and issues surface through the case? What impact might these issues have on professional practice?
D. The case writer questions whether or not it was her fault that the cupcakes were served to the children. How might these feelings be mitigated?
E. What are some steps that centre staff could take, going forward, to avoid similar situations from happening in the future?
F. How are the ethical and professional standards reflected (or not reflected) through this case?
G. After hearing that Mika's father requested a meeting for the following morning, the case writer appears to have a diminished sense of professional self-confidence. What advice would you give this RECE?