Rationale and program description for the Ranier High School (Oregon) business education laboratory in which several business courses are individualized to provide for greater flexibility in scheduling, use of facilities and staff, and adaptation to student needs. (JT)

Suggestions for implementing learning activity centers for basic business. (HD)

Describes the individualized audiovisual approach to teaching beginning accounting at a Wisconsin technical college. Discusses how it began as a remedial lab, its theories of individualized instruction, how the pilot project worked, and why this method is used. (CT)

The vocational accounting laboratory is a viable, meaningful educational experience for high school seniors, due to the uniqueness of its educational approach and the direct involvement of the professional and business community. A balance of experiences is provided to match individual needs and goals of students. (CT)

A listing of business classroom and laboratory equipment, to be considered representative rather than exhaustive, was compiled from information submitted by over 100 manufacturers on their products, including office appliances, furniture, and audiovisual aids. Price is indicated for the majority of items. (AJ)