To reduce dropout rates in shorthand classes, the author developed a new approach to teaching the subject by emphasizing phonetics in introducing the shorthand alphabet. She describes and pictures this approach. (MF)

The purpose of this article is to provide descriptive information regarding the current instructional approaches used in business and office education classrooms. Questions considered are (1) how do current methods compare with those observed in "A Study of Schooling?" and (2) how do methods in business education classrooms compare with…

Discusses the importance of being aware of new curriculum and materials in business education. Suggests and describes the Vocational Education Curriculum Materials database as a resource for locating new materials. (JOW)

Helen Branigan, Hattie J. Blue, Frank Andera, and Virginia Warner discuss the future of business education and the need for administrators to be aware of the changes that are taking place and to be able to deal with them effectively. (JOW)

The author presents considerations for business educators concerning recruitment of students for the business program. Several specific recruitment techniques are included. (CH)

Points out that secondary business eudcation in Nebraska is thriving because of the planning and actions of many people and a number of educational delivery systems. Identifies some of the forces and policies that have contributed to these accomplishments. (JOW)

A study of 236 11th-grade accounting students was conducted to measure the economic literacy of students enrolled in high school business education. It was found that those students who had accounting instruction had mean scores that were higher than those students who did not have accounting instruction. (CT)

Describes a course for use in basic business and consumer economics that can be delivered by computer. The lessons merge economic concepts and consumer economics principles, resulting in a conceptual approach to basic business and consumer economics education. (JOW)

This conceptual paper uses the author's observations and experiences, along with the relevant literature in the field to argue critically for the introduction of entrepreneurial studies in senior secondary schools (S S S) in Ghana. The argument is cast within the framework of career socialization theory, which proposes that the decision to adopt a…

The article proposes an instruction method for teaching business letter writing. The method is designed to motivate students as well as to teach them analytical, planning, and writing skills. (AG)

A rationale for the need to upgrade high school business programs. (SN)

States that the challenge of being a responsible accounting instructor is in selecting an accounting text that effectively reflects the procedures presently being practiced by today's accountants, which will elevate students to entry-level competence. Also states that an accounting text should integrate both the "how" and the "why" of concepts.…

Discusses advisory committees and their role in promoting business education programs and providing relevant input to business education teachers. Describes the organization and effective use of advisory committees. (JOW)

Describes a model for collegiate business education departments in teaching microcomputer applications. Describes the present and future microcomputer curriculum in the Department of Business Education and Administration at Utah State University and discusses the integration of the microcomputer at the secondary level. (JOW)