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)

Describes a successful concepts course for word processing, covering the concepts of origination, production, reproduction, distribution, and storage. Examines a typical unit and discusses career opportunities and the future. (CT)

Implementation of service learning in an accounting course yielded five success factors: institutional and individual conviction of its value, alliances with community agencies, intellectual and instructional legitimacy, faculty and student motivation, and appropriate assessments. The service learning component works best when it is optional and…

Presents two types of fast-cycle curriculum development processes: research driven and stakeholder driven. Illustrates their application in the Bentley College business school's new course modules, elective courses, and graduate program on electronic commerce. (Contains 19 references.) (SK)

Internationalizing the business curriculum means integrating the processes of international culture into an educational setting to give students a more comprehensive understanding of the business world. As part of its efforts to internationalize the curriculum, Wisconsin's Waukesha County Technical College established an Associate degree in…

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…

This study investigates business schools' intentions about offering e-commerce education (ECE) using an extended theory of planned behavior (ETPB). The need for an adequate match between future supply and demand of e-commerce skills constitutes the main motivation for the study. The results show that most business schools consider ECE important…

Business educators are faced with a great challenge--to acquaint students with new technology and prepare them to function to their fullest potential. The success of the future depends upon training students for the office of tomorrow. (JOW)

The substantial involvement in overseas programs of business education and the need to serve foreign business students suggests that American universities should offer specialized business courses and experiences, taking into consideration the differences in the relationship between the business world and the various political systems of other…

Examines ways in which economics can enhance the business education curriculum. Discusses the process of using existing curriculum as the basis for integration using four steps: (1) examination of economic content, (2) examination of course curriculum, (3) determination of applicable economic concepts, and (4) selection of activities and…

Recommends changes in areas emphasized by word processing instructors. Suggests new emphases, skill areas, and competencies where more emphasis is needed, and traditional business education activities which could receive less attention. (CT)

Reviews data and information relating to the Certified Professional Secretary Examination and presents suggestions for activities to strengthen student abilities in areas relating to part 5 (secretarial skills and decision making) of the examination. (LRA)