Reported are results of a study which compared a traditional method of teaching office practice with a simulation method using MOE Simulation materials. It was found that using simulation was more effective in developing attitudes and personality traits important to the office worker. (SC)

The positions of file clerk, receptionist, typist, office machines operator, and secretary were chosen for emphasis in the development of an elementary career education model. Topical packages and activity packages and a career laboratory were designed to promote career awareness for that age group in office education. (AG)

This catalog, intended to enable business educators to furnish classrooms and laboratories for business and office education, lists appropriate equipment, office furniture, and specialty items. Each category identifies vendors' names and addresses and describes their product lines and price ranges. (SK)

A major weakness in high school and college graduates is their inability to spell and use correct grammar. Secretaries do not correct obvious mistakes and young executives do not have good grammatical and letter writing skills. Teachers must develop proofreading skills in their students. (JOW)

Explores skills needed by staff in the automated office; skills needed by administrative support personnel; and skills needed by executives and managers. Also makes recommendations for updating classroom equipment. (CT)

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)

Four considerations for selecting a shorthand system are discussed: a system's viability in occupational situations; the ease with which it can be taught, learned, and transcribed; the appropriateness of instructional materials; and the ease with which those expert in another system can learn the new one. (AJ)

An office simulation devised at an Oregon community college is now being offered in other U.S. and Canadian colleges and high schools. Each simulation employs from 4 to 36 individuals in three areas: main office, training division, and supportive services (customers, bank, etc.). "Employees" rotate positions every three weeks. (AJ)

Describes a student performance evaluation system designed to help students gain needed skill in self-evaluation techniques. Identifies the current research in human resource management supporting the methodology of this evaluation process. (JOW)

Using the DACUM Process, teams reviewed lists of competencies developed in 1993 to revise curriculum standards for entry-level office-related positions. Competencies in organization/operations, information, technology, interpersonal skills, and resources were identified. (JOW)

In addition to providing secretarial training, teachers of secretarial administration and office practice are responsible for informing their students about the variety of secretarial careers available. A few of the career opportunities are briefly described: technical secretary, public stenographer, civil service secretary, foreign service…

Describes the development of a learning activities packet for remedial math that can be used in large or small groups or in an individualized setting. Discusses identifying problem areas, applying the math packet in the classroom, assembling the packet, and evaluating the packet's success. (CT)

The varieties of business offices, the types of functions performed in them, and the resulting array of career opportunities are described. (MU)