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Essex High School
2 Educational Dr. Essex Jct., VT 05452 | (802) 879-7121

Accounting I

Course Description

This course is designed to teach the student the principles of analyzing and recording business transactions both manually and using an up-to-date accounting software program. Emphasis is placed on the role accounting plays in the interpretation of the financial condition of a business. This course is recommended for the job-bound student and is strongly recommended for the student who wishes to pursue a major in business administration at either a two or four year college.

Course Objectives:

Students will be able to:

1. know the basic accounting concepts.
2. know basic accounting terms.
3. analyze and record transactions.
4. complete financial statements manually and computerized.
5. analyze financial statements in order to determine the business' financial situation.
6. productively use the computer accounting program, Quick Books Pro.

Textbook:

Accounting I

Computer Program:

Quick Books Pro

Teaching Styles:

Various teaching styles will be used throughout this course. Some of the styles include: lecture, classroom discussion, computerized simulation, guest speakers, guided and unguided practice, individual and group projects, and student presentations.

Class Materials:

* Three-ring binder
* Pen/pencil
* Ruler
* Calculator (strongly suggested)

Student Evaluation:

Students will be evaluated in various ways.
* Performance/Production Audit tests - using Quick Books Pro
* Written Audit Tests - on accounting concepts learned
* Individual projects
* Group projects
* Presentations
* Portfolio - students will create and run a business.

Communication:

Students and parents are encouraged to talk with their teacher whenever there is any concern or problem. They can be reached by phone at 879-5537.

 
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