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Recent Extra Credit articles:
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Secrets of master teachers
Nov 12, 2019
The Cook Prize, awarded each year at the AAA Annual Meeting, celebrates faculty known for their excellence in teaching accounting. This year's winners share their best advice for crafting your teaching persona, setting the right tone in your classes, getting to know your students, and more.
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6 tips to get students career-ready
Nov 12, 2019
Undergraduates sometimes aren't aware of the standards of behavior that will be expected of them as professionals. Here are some ways to help them improve their communication skills and learn workplace etiquette.
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CPA Exam topics undergoing change for digital age
Nov 12, 2019
Journal of Accountancy, Nov. 1
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What to tell your students about AI
Sep 11, 2018
We've all heard that we should be discussing new technologies with students. But starting those conversations can be difficult if you're not that familiar with the technologies yourself, or you're not sure what students need to know. Try this helpful guide to get the dialogue going.
News
LinkedIn Continues to move into higher education with purchase of Lynda.com for $1.5 billion (Inside Higher Ed)
NASBA Seeking Nominations for Board of Directors (NASBA)
Dept. Names More Than 550 Colleges It Has Put Under Extra Financial Scrutiny (The Chronicle of Higher Education)
AICPA Recognizes Top CPA Examination Performers with Elijah Watt Sells Award (BusinessWire)
Publications
2nd Annual Firm Operations and Technology Report (CPA Trendlines)
Trends in the Supply of Accounting Graduates and the Demand for Public Accounting Recruits
CPAs of Color: Celebrating 40 Years
2009 - The year 2009 marked the 40th anniversary of the AICPA Minority Initiatives Committee and the AICPA released this eBook to illustrate the accomplishments of minority CPAs
