Those involved in accounting need to understand the importance of communication theory as it relates to financial theory and interpersonal and organizational relationships. (JOW)

A plan for the complete coverage of Federal income taxes in bookkeeping and accounting classes. (Editor)

Addressed to the bookkeeping/accounting instructor, this article discusses seven suggestions for emphasizing more learning in the learning-by-doing approach. (SH)

Indicates that three provisions should be made possible for gifted students: (1) freedom to move through the course at an accelerated speed, (2) opportunity for application of abstract thinking, and (3) tutorial and audit activities for using special talents. (JOW)

One of the most difficult concepts for beginning accounting students is an understanding of debits and credits. A rule has been formulated which covers most other rules: Beginning balances and increases appear on the same side of the account as the account appears in the fundamental equation (assets = liabilities + capital). (SC)

Listed are 26 doctoral and masters theses completed during the years 1974-5 involving research in bookkeeping/accounting and basic business subjects. The entries are arranged alphabetically by author and include the title of the study and the name of the associated institution. (MS)

States that the challenge of being a responsible accounting instructor is in selecting an accounting text that effectively reflects the procedures presently being practiced by today's accountants, which will elevate students to entry-level competence. Also states that an accounting text should integrate both the "how" and the "why" of concepts.…

In a sample of 265 undergraduates, 86 studied bookkeping in high school and 179 did not. It was found that high school courses in bookkeeping/accounting are an important preparation for college business courses. (SK)

The article outlines some of the problems encountered by the accounting teacher in solving student needs, some of the benefits of individualized study, and steps needed for adequate advance preparation. (MW)

Summarizes the results of a community survey and discusses the contributions such surveys can make to education. (JS)

The good accounting and bookkeeping instructor is one who keeps the students involved at all times, answers all questions that are asked, explains the theory behind the procedures, and uses the voice as a teaching aid. (BM)

Working simulation sets is as close as most high school accounting students come to actual job experience, according to the author. Suggestions are offered for motivating students, teaching the sets, establishing time goals, using a variety of sets with some student choice, and systematic student evaluation. (MF)

After listing the ten leading reasons employers gave for rejecting job applicants after the job interview (as determined from a statewide survey in Texas), suggestions (appropriate for use in business classes) are offered for helping secondary business students develop employability skills. (SH)