Wiley Faculty Network

Trends and Challenges in Intermediate Accounting: IFRS Topics in Intermediate I
Terry Warfield, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Join Terry Warfield as he discusses important differences between GAAP and IFRS that impact Intermediate Accounting I. During this Guest Lecture, you will obtain a deeper understanding of accounting applications related to topics such as inventory, property, plant and equipment. This Guest Lecture will provide a collaborative space where you can gather ideas, suggestions, and effective tactics for addressing course issues.
Wednesday, February 22, 1 p.m. ET
Thursday, February 23, 1 p.m. ET

Creating Business Context in Managerial Accounting
Charles Davis & Elizabeth Davis, Baylor University

Have you ever seen a statement taken out of context and been surprised at how different a reaction it can invoke? Decision making is much the same - without an appropriate context, it is difficult to know how to make the right decision. So how can you create that business context in your Managerial Accounting course so that students know how to operationalize the decisions they are learning to make in the course? Join Charles and Elizabeth Davis for this Guest Lecture as they share different strategies to employ in your Managerial Accounting course to create a decision context to help your students understand how Managerial Accounting information informs business decision making.
Thursday, February 23, 3 p.m. ET
Tuesday, March 20, 4 p.m. ET

IFRS Topics in Introductory Financial Accounting
Paul Kimmel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Join Paul Kimmel as he discusses important differences between US GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) that impact Introductory Financial Accounting. During this Guest Lecture, you will obtain a deeper understanding of accounting applications related to topics such as inventory; property, plant and equipment; research and development costs; and key presentation and terminology differences. The discussion will also incorporate strategies to appropriately introduce IFRS into your Introductory Financial Accounting course.
Monday, February 27, 4 p.m. ET

The CMA Credential: What It Means for Students
Lisa Beaudoin, Institute of Management Accountants

Did you know that the CMA exam is now a two-part exam and that your students can sit for it before they graduate? Achieving the CMA credential demonstrates an individual's mastery of financial planning, analysis, control, and decision support - skills that are critical to the success of accounting and finance professionals working within organizations. In this Guest Lecture, led by Lisa Beaudoin, you will learn more about the CMA, including the exam content and candidate requirements, as well as several compelling reasons why your students should consider earning this valuable certification.
Tuesday, March 20, 11 a.m. ET
Wednesday, April 4, 1 p.m. ET

How Learning Works: Application to Accounting Education
Paul Kimmel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

JAre you looking for new ways to teach more effectively and help students learn accounting? Join Paul Kimmel for this Guest Lecture as he presents how a strong pedagogical foundation is instrumental to achieving success in these areas. Based on How Learning Works by Susan Ambrose et al, Paul Kimmel will identify how research-based principles aid the development of accounting course materials and technologies.
Tuesday, March 27, 4 p.m. ET

Pensions - IFRS and ASPE Update (Canadian Session)
Irene Wiecek, Unviersity of Toronto & Nickie Young, Saint Mary's University

Join Irene Wiecek of the University of Toronto, and Nickie Young of Saint Mary's University, as they discuss accounting for pensions. Their discussion will cover the differences between IFRS and ASPE as well as changes and updates/proposed updates to 'Pensions and Future Employee Benefits'.
Wednesday, March 28, 3 p.m. ET

Trends and Challenges in Intermediate Accounting: IFRS Topics in Intermediate II
Terry Warfield, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Join Terry Warfield as he discusses important differences between GAAP and IFRS that impact Intermediate Accounting II. Join Terry Warfield as he discusses accounting applications related to topics such as hybrid securities, pensions, and post-employment benefits and leasing. In addition to gaining a deeper understanding of these topics, you will gain insight about effective tactics for addressing course issues.
Thursday, April 12, 1 p.m. ET

The Confidence to Go Digital: WileyPLUS and Blackboard (Product Information Session)
WileyPLUS Account Manager & Wiley Faculty Network Mentor

WileyPLUS builds students' confidence because it takes the guesswork out of studying by providing a clear roadmap: what do to, how to do it, and if they did it right. The WileyPLUS/Blackboard integration will allow you and your students to access all of your course materials and assignments right from Blackboard Learn. In addition, with gradebook synchronization, your students' WileyPLUS scores will automatically appear in the Blackboard Grade Center. And, what's more, students can save about 50% on their course materials by using WileyPLUS.**WileyPLUS and Blackboard will give you and your students the confidence to go digital by integrating all course materials within your Blackboard Learn experience and providing a clear path to studying success. This virtual product information session, co-hosted by a Wiley Faculty Network Mentor who uses WileyPLUS as well as a WileyPLUS Account Manager, will provide an overview and take you inside the integration by highlighting its key features and benefits.Topics Include:

• Overview of the partnership, including the current field trial that is underway
• Instructor experience
• Student experience
• Available resources & support

WileyPLUS** always includes a complete digital version of the textbook. With Blackboard and WileyPLUS, students will have everything they need to succeed in your course.
Tuesday, February 14, 2 p.m. ET
Wednesday, February 15, 1 p.m. ET
Thursday, February 16, 11 a.m. ET
Tuesday, February 21, 4 p.m. ET
Wednesday, February 22, 11 a.m. ET

Wiley Custom Select - Wiley's Solution for Customizing Course Materials (Product Information Session)
Iam Williams, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Finding the right content for your course at a price that shows value to your students can be a challenge. Wiley Custom Select is making this easier for faculty. This revolutionary custom textbook system allows you, the instructor, to "build" customized materials tailored to your unique course and pedagogical needs. During this Guest Lecture, Iam Williams, the Director of Wiley's Custom Learning Solutions, will share the philosophy behind Wiley Custom Select and walk you through the simple process of finding appropriate content, personalizing the material, and selecting a format that meets your students' needs. The walk-through will be followed by a comprehensive Q&A. Join us for this informative session, and we'll help you customize course materials that meet the "right content, right price" challenge!
Monday, February 27, 2 p.m. ET
Thursday, March 15, 3 p.m. ET

Learning to Listen, Learning to Teach: The Power of Dialogue in Educating Adults
Jane Vella, Global Learning

Join Jossey-Bass author Jane Vella for a discussion on dialogue in the college classroom. Jane first introduced a system for designing effective teaching towards the goal of accountable learning in 1994 with her first book, Learning to Listen, Learning to Teach. In the years to follow, Jane continued to develop the concept of Dialogue Education; and today, Dialogue Education offers rich resources for faculty who are willing to do the work required to scale up their teaching. This Guest Lecture will describe this developing system and give listeners the chance to experience it. In preparation for the discussion, Guest Lecture attendees are invited to visit www.globalearning.com to learn more about Dialogue Education.
Wednesday, March 14, 1 p.m. ET
Thursday, March 29, 3 p.m. ET