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Non-Stop Mega-Fun Learning
Authors: Selman Victor , Selman Ruth Corey , Selman Jerry , Selman Elsie 
Published: March 2016

Learning how to learn can be reinforced in many ways. But learning without play or fun is difficult---grim and boring. Classical Pedagogy with its “serious” student-teacher-admin-istrative rituals may be the major failing of our educational system. Unorthodox ways currently used in colleges to augment persuasion and articulation ability of business school students is to use “stand-up” comedy (University of Chicago), song- writing, storytelling and bare improvisation (Vanderbilt University-Owens Management); and for a Shakespearean motivational spin, relative to other management skills at the corporate executive level (Northrup-Grumman). Another novel learning way is by continual repetition through audio-visual media, where information is presented in a risk-/stress-free environment. Suggestion, Auto-suggestion. and Suggestology have been used for years in Europe; for example, at Moscow University three years of studying French are compressed into less than one year by total immersion of students into a close network of students-parents-teachers-environment-activities---where, for example, only French is spoken. Other approaches are to have abstract ideas in the sciences translated into physical learning devices such as toys or robots: repetition with/without background music—operas or Mozart --, using the olfactory stimulation of aromatherapy, “pigging out” on pizzas before, or during, the learning session, or encouraging the ingestion of chocolate “stuff” to enhance retention.
Does Degree Earned Matter? An Empirical Analysis Of CEOs From Large Firms
Authors: Jalbert Terrance , Jalbert Mercedes , Perrina Gino 
Published: March 2016

In this paper the educational backgrounds of the Highest Paid Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in the United States are examined. Specifically, the extent to which the specific degree earned affects the salary received and other variables are examined. The data for the study is the Forbes 800 CEO compensation data. The time period for this study is the thirteen years from 1987-1999. The results indicate that the total compensation that individuals earn as the CEO of the firm depends upon the undergraduate and graduate degree that the individual earns. Those with differing degrees are found to have been with the firm for a differing number of years, earned their undergraduate and graduate degrees at different ages, started working for the firm at different ages, became the CEO at differing ages, and were with the firm for differing number of years prior to becoming the CEO.
Homework Habits Of College Physics Students
Authors: Kotas Paul M. , Finck Joseph E. , Horoi Mihai 
Published: March 2016

Several physics instructors at Central Michigan University have utilized Computer-Assisted Personalized Approach (CAPA) for homework in their courses. Student activity on CAPA is automatically recorded and logged into the system’s files. These log files have been examined and student surveys have been conducted. An analysis of this data provides some insight into when students do homework and how this behavior relates to performance and demographic factors.
Faculty Training And Development Practices In Distance Education To Achieve High Performance Through Extraordinary Teaching
Authors: Mujtaba Bahaudin 
Published: March 2016

Developing and training faculty members to integrate cyberspace technology into the classroom for student learning is basically a necessity in today’s competitive world of education, but many educators fear or resist it due to lack of effective training. As such, administrators should focus on the effective development, training, and retaining of qualified educators to teach in various distance learning modalities (online, on-ground, and blended formats) using cyberspace technology while focusing on effectively achieving learning outcomes. An emersion model of training used for “training-the-trainers” in the corporate arena as well as for faculty development is presented for application and benchmarking. Personal experiences and best practices gleaned from different universities (business programs using cutting edge technologies) and corporate computer-based training are discussed. Also, best practices and suggestions for effective faculty compensation and teaching load in distance education are explored. Furthermore, administrators must ask for participation and interaction of experienced educators in order to glean and highlight their successes as well as challenges they face currently in serving the needs of diverse student populations in distance education. Both means and processes for effective faculty development and training in a just-in-time basis with least cost and expenditure should be implemented by the administration.
What Is The Most Effective Method Of Integrating Ethics Into The Accounting CurriculumIn The Post-Enron Environment?
Authors: Crawford Constance J. 
Published: March 2016

Should ethics be taught as a separate accounting course or woven through the entire accounting curriculum? Research indicates that ethics has always been part of the accounting curriculum; unfortunately, AACSB does not require one separate course in ethics before graduating from undergraduate and MBA programs. In response to the overwhelming amount of recent accounting scandals, most accounting professors are simply applying the Enron case to illustrate audit failure. However, many professors question whether ethics can be taught, as ethical behavior is formed before students attend college. Empirical evidence supports this position.
Meeting The Needs Of Rural Site-Bound Paraeducators
Authors: White Mary Cathey , White George , Fishbaugh Mary Susan E. 
Published: March 2016

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act 2002-No Child Left Behind (NCLB) mandates that paraeducators who work with today’s children and youth are highly qualified. Montana State University-Billings (MSU-Billings) has revised its Associate of Arts Program of Study in Education with the intention of supporting Montana and other rural states in complying with this mandate. In additioin to a two-year program of study at our main campus, the MSU-Billings College of Technology provides an exam for paraeducators with preparatory/remedial support modules.
Technology in Accounting Classrooms: An Assessment Of The Current State
Authors: Hsu Kathy H. Y. , Tanner John , Cudd Mike , Guildry Nina 
Published: March 2016

As technology evolution continue to reduce the costs associated with hardware and software for classroom instructions, the instructional environment and teaching pedagogy of business faculty in many disciplines also have evolved over time. While technology integration in accounting education has been a constant focal point of discussion in recent years, the extant and the usage pattern of various classroom technologies in accounting instructions is unclear. This paper provides an assessment of technology usage in today’s accounting classroom.
An Inclusive Guide To Assessing Web Site Effectiveness
Authors: Arney Janna B. , Lazarony Paul J. 
Published: March 2016

This study presents the results of a literature review of the well-established literatures on readability, usability, and Web design. The purpose of this study is to provide a comprehensive review of the literature on readability, usability, and Web design and to propose a three-step evaluation process to assess Web sites in each of these three areas. We recommend that this process be used to evaluate existing Web documents and those still in the design phase. This evaluation process can be utilized as an educational tool in a classroom setting. Using this process in a classroom provides students with much needed training in a real-world approach to Web site testing without monopolizing the course content. The research is presented in four sections: (i) Readability, (ii) Usability, (iii) Web Design Guidelines, and (iv) Three-Step Evaluation Process.
Heading For Cyberspace: Planning A Strategy For Success With Online Classes
Authors: Gibson Jane Whitney , Blackwell Charles W. 
Published: March 2016

This paper focuses on the 3 P’s of a successful strategy for delivering online classes: Platform, Protocols, and Pedagogy. First the paper examines the commonly available online platforms used by schools with web-based programs. Next, the authors suggest a fundamental list of protocols to provide consistency and quality control across classes. Finally, a list of pedagogical questions is presented to suggest strategies for setting up individual classes.
The Use Of A Service-Learning Model And Online Dialogue To Promote Reflection, Critical Thinking, And Cultural Competence In Early Childhood Studies Students
Authors: Riordan Kim E. 
Published: March 2016

Service learning has grown in popularity as an effective model to enhance critical reflection. A characteristic of effective service learning is the linking of "hands on" experience in the community with academic curriculum. A service learning initiative between a 4-year college early childhood teacher preparation program and an Early Head Start (birth – age 3) program located on an American Indian reservation is effectively combined with asynchronous online dialogue. The results suggest an increase in self-awareness and cultural competence. This paper explores service learning, the use of online dialogue to promote self-awareness and reflection, and the convergence of these two teaching strategies to enhance cultural competence in a multicultural world.
Faculty Service As Board Members In The Non-Profit Organizational Arena: An Act Of Altruism Complicated By Sarbanes Oxley
Authors: Trudeau Gregory P. 
Published: March 2016

Throughout higher education, a common approach to evaluate faculty consists of three components: scholarship, teaching, and service. The service component can be broadly interpreted to encompass two themes, service on campus via committee assignments or service off campus with organizations in the surrounding community. Serving as a board member for a local non-profit organization often fulfills the required service component. Unfortunately, many board members do not have a clear understanding of what this responsibility entails. This paper will look at the responsibilities a board member assumes within the non-profit organization. Consideration will also be given to these responsibilities from the perspective of Sarbanes-Oxley.
Meeting Differing Learning Styles Of Non-traditional Students In The Second Language Classroom
Authors: Gill Deborah 
Published: March 2016

In every classroom a range of learning styles exist. The foreign language classroom at the postsecondary level is no different, with the added component of having students who are traditional (i.e., those just graduated from high school) to those who are non-traditional (i.e., those who have been out of high school for at least a couple of years). The proposed study will discuss ways in which student-centered, active and collaborative learning activities, including the use of technology, can meet different learning styles for both traditional and non-traditional students and provide a successful experience for all.
A Framework For Principals: Promoting Student Success Through Leadership And Collaboration
Authors: Fridell Max E. , Alexander Kris 
Published: March 2016

What’s a principal to do? How can a principal stay on top of the demands of the job and be successful? How can the principal construct strategies that will invite solidarity, cooperation, and shared decision-making, and yet, at the same time, focus on student achievement? This article provides a framework in which key concepts are addressed, all geared to reckon with the demands of the principal as instructional leader. To meet these challenges, educational leaders need to address a clear vision for change, an engaging learning environment, a collegial commitment for improvement, the importance of multicultural education, and the inclusion of technology.
Use Of An Advising Team
Authors: Campbell Jane E. , Stuart Randy S. 
Published: March 2016

The Michael J. Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University uses selected faculty members on an Advising Team, and provides access to them through walk-in advising hours. Compared to our previous approach of assigning students to all faculty members, the benefits of this system for the students are more efficient and effective advising. Students have access to advising at more times, and are more likely to get correct answers quickly. The benefits for the faculty are that the faculty members on the Team enjoy advising and can have their performance expectations tailored to include advising, while those faculty members who are not interested in advising do not have to participate. This system acknowledges the differing interests, performance requirements (e.g., research), and abilities of faculty members. Other colleges and universities may find this approach beneficial for their students and faculty.
The Impact Of A Simulation Exercise In The Intermediate Financial Accounting Course
Authors: Rich Anne , Cascini Karen 
Published: March 2016

This paper presents the results of a simulation exercise included in the intermediate financial accounting course and discusses its impact on college-level students. The objectives of this study are to assess the impact of using a simulation exercise to improve students’ mastery of cash flow reports, as well as to assess their ability to synthesize data and draw conclusions about the liquidity and solvency of a company. Students who were required to perform analysis prior to taking the exam did better overall on generating a cash flow statement as well as evaluating both the liquidity and solvency of a company.
Does More And Better Information Enhance Student Performance On Marketing Projects?
Authors: Muller Lynn F. , Miller Chip E. , Reardon James 
Published: March 2016

There is some controversy over the amount of guidance students need to complete course projects. One school of thought argues that students should have maximum information at their disposal, resulting in a better learning process and thus a better project. The other school of thought suggests that by giving the students too much guidance, the professor is stifling their creativity and original thought. This research examines both scenarios. The results indicate that minimum information provided by the professor encourages students to learn more. However, should the professor decide to provide the students with additional information, such information should be developed by the professor.
Business Ethics Education: One Management Educators Perspective
Authors: Niles Nancy J. 
Published: March 2016

Results from the 2005 National Business Ethics Survey (NBES) indicate that over half of employees observed at least one type of misconduct in the workplace during the past 12 months, with nearly 40% observing two or more violations (http://www.ethics.org). The President of the Ethics Resource Center, Dr. Patricia Harned, has stated that this statistic has not changed much over the past 5 years even though there is a rise in the number of companies that have implemented ethics programs (http://www.ethics.org) Business faculty has the opportunity to provide business students with ethical reasoning opportunities to meet these ethical challenges successfully. AACSB has stated in their 2004 Ethics Education in Business Schools that…business education must encourage students to develop an understanding of the challenges surrounding business ethics and provide students with the tools to recognize and respond to ethical issues, both personally and organizationally (9). This paper outlines a proposed undergraduate business ethics education model that is developed in compliance with AACSB standards.
Managing Student Drop-Outs
Authors: Joyce William B. 
Published: March 2016

This study investigates the efficacy of several variables used to predict voluntary, organizationally avoidable turnover even before the student becomes enrolled in a college. Analyses conducted on student applicant data collected in 2 separate colleges confirmed that bio-data, clear-purpose attitudes and intentions, and disguised-purpose dispositional retention scales predicted voluntary, avoidable turnover.Results also revealed that bio-data scales and disguised-purpose retention scales added incremental validity, whereas clear-purpose retention scales did not explain significant incremental variance in turnover beyond what was explained by bio-data and the disguised-­purpose scales. Furthermore, disparate impact was consis­tently small.
A Spoonful Of Humor Helps The Lecture Go Down
Authors: Henderson James R. 
Published: March 2016

The goal of every teacher is to connect with his or her audience. Humor has a way of disarming the listener and opening up lines of communication. The purpose of this paper is to give reasons for using, ways to incorporate and benefits of humor in the lecture. Laughter is not only the best medicine, but does not require a prescription.
Mediating Disputes In The Health Care Field
Authors: Drucker Meyer , Greene Brian , Carter Neal 
Published: March 2016

This paper will demonstrate how alternative dispute resolution (ADR) should be considered as a method of lessening the negative impact of litigation in the health care field. Probably, an even more important goal is to build and maintain relationships between and amongst parties so that future dealings can be enhanced. The first part of the paper will consider the importance of lowering the rhetoric between disputing parties. A second purpose of this paper is to demonstrate how student written scenarios can be role-played in the classroom so as to energize students in the learning process. Several mock mediations from these student developed cases will be discussed with video clips shown, as they were utilized in the Health and Employment Law 2005 Fall Semester undergraduate courses at Winthrop University. A final purpose is to consider the importance of student input into this learning method.
Measuring The Effectiveness Of Course Content And Learning Goals Of The Core Undergraduate Information Systems Course
Authors: Desai Alpana 
Published: March 2016

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), text books, and the IS 2002 Model Curriculum and Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Information Systems (IS 2002) recommend standards and provide guidelines for course content and learning goals for the core undergraduate Information Systems (IS) course. However course content and learning goals often need to be revised due to high pressure on academic institutions from a rapidly changing Information Technology (IT) market. In order to constantly refine the IS course curricula to meet the needs of industry and government, it is imperative that there be proven methods to measure the effectiveness of course content and learning goals. Analysis of such data should ultimately feed into designing the curriculum of the core undergraduate IS course. This paper focuses on the role of surveys as a tool for measuring the effectiveness of course content and learning goals for the core undergraduate IS course. First, the role of IS 2002 is reviewed in setting standards for the course content and learning goals for this course. Next, data from three surveys conducted to measure the effectiveness of course content and learning goals is analyzed. The paper then assesses surveys’ implications for refining course content and learning goals of the core undergraduate IS course. Finally, recommendations along with a framework for conducting future surveys are presented.
Using Debate to Maximize Learning Potential: A Case Study
Authors: Firmin Michael W. , Vaughn Aaron , Dye Amanda 
Published: March 2016

Following a review of the literature, an educational case study is provided for the benefit of faculty preparing college courses. In particular, we provide a transcribed debate utilized in a General Psychology course as a best practice example of how to craft a debate which maximizes student learning. The work is presented as a model for the principles of not building straw-men arguments, not shying away from controversial topics, giving politically-incorrect viewpoints fair treatment, making a crisp presentation that students will take seriously, and exemplifying gender-equity and aggressive female role-modeling. Reparative therapy and homosexual orientation was the debate’s topic.
Teaching Evidence-Based Practice To Undergraduate Nursing Students: Overcoming Obstacles
Authors: Martin Sharon D. 
Published: March 2016

Evidence-based practice is highly valued in health care literature at this time. But research suggests that U.S. RNs face many obstacles when implementing evidence-based practice including a lack of value for research in practice (Pravikoff et al, 2005). Additional obstacles may exist for traditional U.S. BSN nursing students who may not value the importance of learning about evidence-based practice principles or of implementing evidence-based practice in the clinical setting. If we are to improve the use of evidence-based practice among U.S. RNs, learning and valuing the process must begin during the basic nursing educational program. This presentation outlines classroom research designed to uncover the specific obstacles to learning and implementing evidence-based practice described by traditional BSN students at a small, private, Catholic college just before they complete the final clinical internship before graduation. Several teaching strategies were designed to address the obstacles students described. A post-internship survey of the same students determined the effectiveness of the various teaching strategies. Recommendations for future research and for teaching strategies to enhance the learning and valuing of evidence-based practice among traditional U.S. BSN students are offered.
Establishing A Mexico Service Learning Program: Changing Cultural Perceptions, Building Relationships And Taking Risks
Authors: Riordan Kim , Minkkinen Molly , Mora Raquel Dominguez 
Published: March 2016

This article describes the shared experience of three university professors, two from the United States and one from Mexico. While it began by chance, this experience has become a life-altering journey. It has forced the authors to question their own cultural competencies, and demanded that they take risks and move beyond the comfort and security of that which is familiar. It has proven to be the most gratifying of experiences. “We fell in love with a culture that embraced us beyond what we felt we deserved. Most significantly, we have broadened our circle of professional colleagues to include international peers”.
Wayne Manufacturing: A Teaching Case On The Detection Of Misappropriation Of Assets
Authors: Orchard Lou X. , Decker Jeffrey L. , Kizirian Tim 
Published: March 2016

This paper is a teaching case intended for use in an undergraduate auditing or fraud examination course. Students are introduced to Wayne Manufacturing, a medium-sized firm in the Midwestern U.S.A. that manufactures parts for companies such as General Motors (GM) and Ford. Wayne Manufacturing has some conditions present that put it at risk for misappropriation of assets. Since it is not infrequent that such misappropriations are concealed in the accounting records, these conditions also increase the risk of fraudulent financial reporting. Section One presents the facts of the case. Section Two presents decision-guiding questions for students to consider. Section Three provides teaching notes. Section Four provides a summary of the paper.