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Effective Learning Strategies Forum
Tuesday, August 9, 2005

Session 3
Principles of Management Accounting: THE PUZZLE GAME

Presenters:
Sanjay Gupta, Valdosta State University, Langdale College
S. Andrew Ostapski, Valdosta State University, Langdale College
Raymond J. Elson, Valdosta State University, Langdale College

Description:
The learning outcomes of the session are to assist you in:

1. Encouraging students to read actively their textbook, with all its supplemental features, in preparation for class
2. Teaching students the importance of self-discipline and self-reliance in developing good student habits to achieve success.
3. Showing students how the rules of THE PUZZLE GAME are similar to situations in life where situations are often affected by the extent of one's preparedness, knowledge, and luck.
4. Demonstrating the importance of honest record keeping and good ethical principles

PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING: THE PUZZLE GAME ("THE PUZZLE GAME") consists of 10 topical crossword puzzles and one BIG PUZZLE based on material presented in standard principles of accounting texts. Within recent years, textbooks have become too cluttered and "busy" and the key points are often lost within the information presented. THE PUZZLE GAME provides a "fun" method that energizes students to become self-reliant and to learn the assigned material as developed by the instructor. It is more than just fun because it reflects real-life challenges such as the importance of knowledge, self-reliance, and timing. As in "real life" despite one's best efforts, the results may not always seem fair. The recording keeping documents that accompany THE PUZZLE GAME can be the basis for a grade, or as extra credit added to the final grade.

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