Secondary business teachers must be qualified, interested, and persistent in teaching the free enterprise system and in preparing graduates to function in that system. The American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business should review business education programs and require that standards be met before accrediting schools of business…

The theory of time management should be taught in business education classes. Students should be taught to utilize spare moments, stick to deadlines, be given explanations and suggestions for good time usage, and contribute to an enthusiastic classroom atmosphere. (CT)

Discusses the importance of teaching economic literacy in business education classes and the responsibility of business education teachers to attract students to their classes by promoting the educational aspects and vocational benefits to students and parents. (JOW)

Business education departments in many school systems possess the potential to be productive forces for promoting favorable public images by working with community agencies. (JOW)

Traditional business education no longer exists. Today's business educator must provide education for business with education about business, through publicity, partnerships, and professionalism. (JOW)

Presented is volume 54 of the official magazine of the Michigan Business Education Association (MBEA), consisting of 5 issues. Among the contents of issue number 1 is a message from the association president; articles on placing business education in the mainstream of Michigan education, the changing roles and responsibilities of secretaries, and…

Lists the Goals of Education developed by Phi Delta Kappa, a professional education fraternity, and shows that business educators have direct input in developing student competencies in 77.8 percent of the goals listed. (JOW)

Looks at the Texas Education Network (TENET), a computer network that allows students to communicate with students all over the country. Describes projects used in a business education classroom. (JOW)

There is a need to provide business education students with decision-making and problem-solving skills, knowledge of economics, understanding of the individual's role in the workplace, human relations skills, and understanding of the computer's role in our lives. (CT)

Business education teachers must be prepared to apply the new computer technology effectively in their classrooms. A relevant secondary education curriculum must be achieved, aiming at two computer education goals: computer literacy and career preparation in information/data/word/computer processing. (CT)

Of the traditional approaches to teaching accounting--single entry, journal, "T" account, balance sheet, and accounting equation--the author recommends the accounting equation approach. It is the foundation of the double entry system, new material is easy to introduce, and it provides students with a rationale for understanding basic concepts.…

Discusses the need for entrepreneurs to understand basic economics principles. Indicates that business education has a role in preparing entrepreneurs in marketing, management, and accounting. Lists key economic generalizations that individuals should understand before assuming the role of entrepreneur. (JOW)

If business education is to be the front runner in teaching information processing, classroom teachers must be given equipment, training, and encouragement. Then business teachers can successfully help students meet the challenges of the revolution taking place in the business world. (JOW)

With microcomputers becoming more readily available and the forecast for a growing need for a computer literate society, business education teachers should be ready and willing to accept the challenge of preparing students for the information age. (Author)

The study of ethics has much to offer secondary school students. As students search to define their moral values and responsibilities, business educators can help them to develop their ability to reason carefully about complicated issues and problems. (Includes learning activities.) (Author)