By using the approach suggested in this article, students should understand the procedure as well as the need for closing the ledger as a part of income determination and accounting control. (CT)

Discusses the importance of effective written communication to the successful management of business enterprises. Examines the significance of correct spelling and the development of spelling competence. (CT)

Describes a method of incorporating word processing concepts and skills into existing business courses, focusing on form letter processing. (SK)

Discusses the increasing cost of producing business documents and states that the use of word processing equipment can reduce the cost significantly. Indicates that basic dictation skills are the same regardless of the equipment used. Suggests classroom techniques and includes a sample rating sheet for evaluation. (JOW)

Lists suggestions for teachers to prepare them for teaching clerical skills to handicapped students. Specifically discusses teaching typewriting to students with missing fingers or arms and business skills to hearing and visually impaired students. Lists sources of additional information. (JOW)

Argues that using videotape recordings of business professionals involved in writing can be an effective way of stimulating student interest in business communication. (FL)

The following five guidelines for teaching machine dictation can contribute to the effectiveness of classroom efforts: develop positive attitudes toward machine dictation; develop proper techniques for using dictation equipment; develop the thought process for dictating; develop procedures for beginning, continuing, and ending the dictation; and…

Describes and critiques four computer assisted instruction software packages designed to teach typing skills--TYPING TUTOR, MICROTYPING, TYPE-IT, and MASTER TYPE--and their prices and the microcomputers on which they can be used. A summary suggests eight improvements that could be made on some or all of the packages. (EAO)

Some suggestions for training office clerical employees to help them become more productive are outlined; suggestions are based on observing problem areas that can be improved by training and treating clerical workers as important members of the team. (MF)

Techniques to enable accounting teachers to present the accounting worksheet are given, with examples of worksheet columns for income statement, balance sheet, revenue and expense, owner's equity, trial balance, and adjustments. The techniques also show the student the reasons (why) for and the mechanics (how) of the worksheet. (MF)

The author describes the organization of the clerical staff, career paths, and job requirements at various levels in her company and offers suggestions for the educational preparation of word processing clerks, as an entry into office occupations. (SK)

Explores ways of building a yearbook business staff and of helping that staff approach their responsibilities in a positive manner. (First of a four-part article.) (GT)

Provides a rationale and outlines a procedure for writing a research proposal in business writing classes. (DF)

Presents three ideas for use in business communication courses: (1) using advertisements to teach sales writing, (2) establishing strong student-teacher relationships, and (3) using proposal writing to increase student interest in business communication. (FL)

Two topics are discussed that can be presented in a discussion of the annual percentage rate (APR): difference equations and fixed-point iteration. A program in BASIC using the iteration procedure is included. (MNS)