The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a system of least prompts procedure with a video prompt serving as the model in teaching office tasks to three high school students with moderate intellectual disability. A multiple probe across behaviors design replicated across participants was used to evaluate the intervention. The…

Approaching an orderly desk as an indication of good use of time, the author proposes (1) six folders to organize paperwork and (2) efficient desktop organization. (JW)

Suggestions for creating a successful office recycling system are enumerated from start up plans to waste reduction and paper recycling. Contact information for recycling equipment, potential buyers of recycled materials, recycled products for purchase, and ideas for promotion and education of staff are included. (MCO)

The intramural secretary position is crucial for the smooth, efficient operation of an intramural office. Interest in intramurals and recreation sports is a must if the secretary is to do a good job. The highly motivated secretary will function like another intramural staff member in terms of knowledge of the program and service to students. Since…

Uses a case study to demonstrate that, although a corporation has appropriate policies to deal with the legalities of sexual harassment, finding an easy solution is difficult. (AEA)

Compares two time studies which investigated time problems of office assistants and managerial personnel. Suggests that improving performance in the following five areas will help time management: plan, "prioritize," set deadlines, follow through, and think. (LRA)

The glossary is one of twenty in various subject areas of vocational education designed to assist the student in vocabulary mastery for particular vocational education courses. They are part of the Vocational Reading Power Project, Title III, E.S.E.A. This glossary is for a course in total office procedure systems. It is divided into two parts:…

Discusses the history of the telephone, custom calling features, convenience service features, the cordless telephone, and the telephone as a work station. The telephone's impact on business education is examined through an observation of three areas: beginning typing, office procedures, and office management. (CT)

Two separate manuals give detailed instructions for setting up and carrying out simulated office practice. The simulation design covers all office skills and all kinds of office situations, from management decisions to ground rules for coffee breaks and includes handling rush jobs. Procedures and roles for seven office positions, from vice…

Notes that authenticity can be added to student work projects in an office practice class by having the teacher assume the role of the office manager or supervisor and putting office management techniques into practice. Ways in which such techniques may be infused into classes are examined. (TA)

An alternative method of teaching office management is described which uses a project approach to train students in decisionmaking strategies or participative management activities in order to facilitate the transition from the classroom role to an actual job situation. (TA)

Described is the content of the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) Examination and how candidates can prepare for the two-day examination. Included are five teaching suggestions to help students pass the office procedures section of the test, and information on certification criteria and the value of the CPS rating. (MS)

A survey of the duties, organization, and staffing of offices of admissions and records is reported. Periodic evaluation of each office should be made to determine where changes would provide better service and more efficient use of resources available. (MLW)

School managers can make the difference in a successfully automated school office. Before any equipment is considered, administrators need to identify problems, set goals, and select the best alternative. (MLF)