Advantages of multimedia instruction include reduced learning time, cost, and behavior problems and increased privacy, retention, motivation, and access. Disadvantages include cost, copyright issues, and lack of teacher training in its use. (SK)

Advantages to telecommuting are flexibility, control, productivity, morale, quality of life, and, for employers, access to a wider skill pool. Disadvantages are frustration, isolation, sweatshop potential, and resentment of co-workers. Business education should emphasize keyboarding, telecommunications, time management, and communication skills in…

Old technology (the computer) coupled with borrowed technology (television, film, and stereo) complemented by multimedia standards from IBM, Apple, and the MPC Council and linked by new software form a new technology called multimedia, being used in education and in business training. (Author/JOW)

Describes the critical attributes of cooperative groups, tips for implementation, and activity ideas for the business education classroom. (JOW)

Jantzen's survey found that mission-related standards have not changed the number or character of schools being accredited by AACSB, The International Association for Management Education. AACSB has become more inclusive. Yanker suggests that, when schools designate teaching their primary mission, assessment of teaching effectiveness for…

Presents an interview with experts on performance documentation. Suggests that educators should strive to represent performance appraisal writing to students in a way that reflects the way it is perceived and evaluated in the workplace. Concludes that educators can enrich their pedagogy with practice by helping students understand the importance…

Purpose: This article is the first in a series of conceptual and empirical contributions that, individually and cumulatively, seek to analyse, develop and link two important fields of research: "entrepreneurship" and "entrepreneurship education." Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper undertakes a critical literature review and a methodical…

A series of articles about the state of business education, which (1) appeals to business educators to be responsible for computer education; (2) focuses on the role of business education in preparing teachers of machine dictation and transcription; (3) suggests ways to revitalize the curriculum; and (4) challenges teacher educators to return to…

Presents an interview with Elaine Chao, United States Secretary of Labor, in which she suggests that, because of the information-based economy, education is a more vital element in the training of America's workforce than it has ever been. Discusses an initiative that will use high-tech tools to give Americans with disabilities greater access to…

The author of this article is an English teacher and a certified public accountant at the same time. When he was offered a position teaching business communication in an MBA program, he was delighted to know that he can actually dovetail his two contrasting careers. In this article, the author relates his experiences and the benefits of…

For many students, required courses outside of their major represent necessary evils. At Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) in Utah, students majoring in finance and credit, management, and marketing are required to take accounting classes. To motivate these students, the Accounting Department has developed pedagogical techniques that emphasize…

A business professor offers a plea for clarity in communication and for the use and teaching of simple, unhackneyed English, giving examples of misuse, errors, lack of comprehension, and general bad usage. She suggests various techniques for business communication teachers to improve students' communication skills. (MF)

Explores the role of marketing in the modern firm and the key tasks of marketing management. Defines the term "marketing" and discusses it as an economic concept. Discusses three key marketing principals. (RKM)

Successful group writing is possible only if the members understand the process of group work. Good group skills will improve group writing skills. Preparation is necessary to achieve positive results when working in groups. (JOW)

Critically considers the British General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) business studies syllabuses. Examines the implications of the GCSE approach to classroom activities and assignments. Offers suggestions for improving assignments and assessment, and concludes that teachers should share their experiences teaching business studies to…