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JOURNAL OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
A Course Format for Problem-Based Learning in Accounting
Author(s): Russell Calk, Pamela S. Carr
Citation: Russell Calk, Pamela S. Carr, (2011) "A Course Format for Problem-Based Learning in Accounting" Vol. 11, Iss. 2, pp. 139 - 154
Article Type: Research paper
Publisher: North American Business Press
Abstract:
Drawing on the objectives recommended in accounting literature, we suggest a course format that requires students to be independent problem solvers and promotes life-long learning. The classroom experience uses Problem-Based Learning techniques and the FASB Codification as the primary research database in the course. For each of the five weeks, students worked with partners from public accounting firms to research and present conclusions to real problems provided by the partners. Using creative design and delivery, accounting programs can adapt to the rapidly changing standards of the profession. Merging accounting practice into the classroom is one way to do that.
