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ABSTRACT
This research studies intends to answer the question relating to the expected gap in the UK accounting education. It tends to inculcate different notions related to the identified subject, in order to develop an effective and efficient understanding of the subject. This research adapts the mixture of qualitative and quantitative methodology approach which is guided by the fact that it helps in identifying and interpreting different phenomena's regarded as significant.
Table of Contents
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTII
DECLARATIONIII
ABSTRACTIV
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION1
Background of Problem1
Aims and Objectives of Research4
Research Questions4
Dependent and Independent Variables4
Significance of the Study5
Outline of the Research7
Summary8
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW9
Introduction9
History9
Multiple Dimensions of Learning10
Transformational Learning13
Social Learning15
Need for Active Learning Methods18
Nomenclature19
Laying Foundation21
Problem Solving21
Service Learning22
Service Learning Benefits24
Service-Learning Research26
CHAPTER 3: METHDOLOGY29
Introduction29
Method of Inquiry29
Research Method and Design Appropriateness30
Setting and Sample Use31
Sampling Method31
Sample Size & Eligibility Criteria33
Instrumentation and Materials33
Validity34
External Validity34
Internal Validity35
Reliability35
Data Collection36
Data Analysis37
Justification38
Ethical Issues39
Summary40
CHAPTER 4: FINDINGS41
Introduction41
Passion in Accounting and Service-Learning41
Holistic Approaches in Service-Learning43
Summary44
CHAPTER 5: CONCLUSION45
Limitations of Study45
Recommendations46
REFERENCES51
“Expected Gap in the UK Accounting Education”
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
This chapter of the research tends to develop an understanding and identify the reasons for conducting a research onto the identified topic. However, in the context of this paper this chapter would inculcate the notions that whether Juveniles should be tried as adults or not? In order to understand the dynamics of the subject, this chapter would also inject an understanding of judicial system in the modern world. The nomenclature of this chapter tends to stand on the bricks of rationale behind the research, research questions, dependent and independent variables, significance of study and limitations of study. This chapter not only in this research tends to be of vital importance but in any other researches it tends to hold its significant ground (Creswell 2009, pp. 78-89). It tends to hold significant place solely due to the fact that it serves as the face of the research. The reader will be able to gauge the understanding of the subject through this chapter. The understanding injected in the mind of the reader in this chapter will allow him or her to further understand the related notions associated with the subject.
Background of Problem
To adequately prepare students for entry into the accounting profession, academic institutions must consider the needs of a diverse group of stakeholders. These stakeholders can be broadly identified as society in general, the academic institution and its faculty, students, and the professional accounting and business communities. Societal expectations include professional integrity and the ability of graduates to make considered judgments on which society relies to allocate ...