There is great potential for making serious mistakes when microcomputers are being considered for use in business education courses. A microcomputer must be viewed as a teaching aid, not an end in itself. It is incumbent upon the teacher to be thoroughly familiar with the computer and its functions before automatically adding it to the classroom.…

Computer keyboards are being used by everyone from elementary students to business executives in industry. All need basic touch keyboarding skills to make efficient use of these computers. The challenge is for business educators to initiate these keyboarding courses at all levels. (JOW)

Discusses the development of the interest in business ethics as a regular part of the business education curriculum. Indicates that ethics is an essential issue today because of information technology and changes in the socio-political environment. (JOW)

The use of occupational clusters in business and office education provides students with experiences needed to make career decisions and with competencies to function successfully in a variety of occupations. (SK)

Indicates the growing importance of having a computer and provides a discussion of basics to simplify the decision-making process when selecting a computer. (JOW)

It is imperative that individuals understand the economic system in which they operate. Business educators should address people's needs by preparing them as consumers, producers, and citizens. (JOW)

Discusses the role and importance of computers in today's society. Business teachers must prepare their students to function in an environment which includes all kinds of computers. (JOW)

In this perspective, the concept of communication breakdown is abandoned. Instead, it is understood that miscommunication and noncommunication are also ways of transmitting messages. (SK)

Focusing on the need for more effective teaching methods in college elementary accounting classes, this article portrays three different approaches to teaching and gives suggestions for improving each method. (LRA)

Examines the two worlds of word processing: a theoretical world found in textbooks and magazines, and a "real" world found in offices where some form of word processing has been introduced. Suggestions for business teachers are included. (CT)

Tips for student teachers include visit the school and learn about policies and procedures, ask questions, be open minded, and give cooperating teachers some space. Cooperating teachers are encouraged to communicate, be open minded, make student teachers feel welcome, show confidence in them, and provide feedback. (SK)

Presents a theoretical base for including reading activities in business education classes and specific suggestions for class activities. (Author)

Presents strategies for basic business writing activities based on a model that views writing as an art of discovery, that assumes topics are developed intuitively, and that views writing as recursive and not linear. The use of current economic events as a source of writing activities is encouraged. (SK)

The threat of computer sabotage is a real concern to business teachers and others responsible for academic computer facilities. Teachers can minimize the possibility. Eight suggestions for avoiding computer viruses are given. (JOW)

Emotional responses affect interpretation of messages heard and raise barriers to effective listening. Teaching students to listen objectively and recognize emotional triggers will help them develop clearer understanding and result in better learning. (SK)