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Classes of accounts: What are real, nominal and personal accounts?

Classes of accounts

Everything in a business has its own account which falls under one of 5 types of accounts or 3 classes of accounts. The 5 types of accounts are assets, liabilities, income, capital and expenses, also known as ALICE accounts. Each account shows details of an item from the date it …

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Mastering group work: Strategies for effective collaboration

Explore the realities of group work in education.

Group work, a staple in modern educational settings, mirrors the collaborative nature of workplaces, creative endeavours, and even family life. It offers students invaluable opportunities to collaborate, communicate effectively, delegate tasks, and synthesise individual contributions into a cohesive final product. However, the benefits of group work are often accompanied by …

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Expenses: Spending that’s direct, indirect, operating and non-operating

Expenses

Expenses are the goods, services and charges that a business incurs as it functions. It has a debit balance in the ledger accounts when it increases and a credit balance when it decreases. The cost of expenses in relation to earned income determines whether the business makes a profit or …

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Focus exercises usage in the classroom

Binoculars. Unfocused student. Focus exercises. Lack of focus.

Whether a class consists of nine-year-olds, teenagers or adults, focus exercises are very helpful. People are unfocussed for many different reasons.Ā They may have a mental, physical or behavioural delay, problems at home or a poor diet. Some may be stressed, have Attention Deficit Disorder, a short attention span or lack …

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Active learning: Engaging every student, transforming education

Active learning techniques: Fostering engagement and collaboration.

Active learning transcends the traditional lecture format, transforming classrooms into dynamic spaces where students are active participants in their own education. It’s a shift from passive absorption to active engagement, where students don’t just listen; they discuss, debate, collaborate, create, and critically analyse. By incorporating materials and activities that cater …

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