Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 by G. Arnold and S. Kyle, developed in collaboration with Athabasca University, is an OER textbook for the first course in a two-course intermediate financial accounting sequence. Designed for Intermediate Accounting 1, it assumes that students have completed one or two introductory financial accounting courses and builds the financial reporting knowledge required before Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 2. It includes an interactive e-textbook, algorithmic assessments powered by a test bank with over 250 unique questions, solution manuals, instructional videos, and real-time performance dashboards to view individual or class performance.
Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 was authored by G. Arnold and S. Kyle in collaboration with Athabasca University. The textbook reflects current International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), including IFRS 15 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers, and supports a first-level intermediate financial reporting course. To request access to the resource, cl click here.
This Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 textbook provides a review of introductory accounting concepts and covers all topics essential to a first-level Intermediate Accounting course: the conceptual framework and current landscape of financial reporting; statements of financial position; comprehensive income; cash flows and shareholders’ equity; cash and receivables; revenue; inventory; property, plant and equipment; intangible assets; and inter-corporate investments.
It also focuses on more difficult intermediate accounting topics that match prerequisite requirements for students advancing to a second level Intermediate Financial Accounting course. Topics that are covered in Advanced Financial Accounting courses, such as consolidations and foreign exchange, are not included here.
Detailed solutions to exercises are provided at the end of the e-textbook for those adopting the Harris Learning Solutions assessment.
For those requiring preparation for CPA designation, competencies as outlined by the CPA are addressed in this textbook. For a detailed competency map, please contact us at [email protected].
Intermediate Accounting 1 Course Materials
Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 is designed for the first course in a two-course intermediate financial accounting sequence. It is intended for students who have completed one or two introductory financial accounting courses and are ready to move from foundational accounting processes into more detailed financial reporting topics.
The course materials connect the OER textbook with algorithmic assessments, detailed solutions, instructional videos, slide decks and real-time performance dashboards. This gives instructors a coordinated set of Intermediate Accounting 1 resources for reading, practice, homework, exams and course delivery.
Financial Reporting Topics in Volume 1
Volume 1 covers the conceptual framework and financial reporting environment; statements of financial position; comprehensive income; cash flows and shareholders’ equity; cash and receivables; revenue; inventory; property, plant and equipment; intangible assets; and inter-corporate investments. The textbook reflects current IFRS requirements, including IFRS 15 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers.
From Introductory Accounting to Volume 2
Students who still need the prerequisite foundation can begin with Introduction to Financial Accounting. After completing the first-level intermediate course, continue to Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 2 for the second part of the sequence.
Harris Learning Solutions has been developing online formative and summative assessment (homework and exams) for more than 20 years combined, and as with the textbook content, questions and problems are regularly reviewed and updated.
Students receive immediate personalized feedback on their mistakes to guide their learning. Student grade reports and performance statistics are also provided, and full LMS integration, including gradebook synchronization, is available.
Harris Learning Solutions assessments are designed to not only test students but also to teach them to solve problems using intuitive methods, illustrations, and pedagogies.
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The instructional videos are designed to guide students through exercises and clearly explain concepts step by step. The videos are prepared in collaboration with Athabasca University and refer directly to the examples in the book. Over 100 instructional videos are available for the Financial Accounting resources hosted by Harris Learning Solutions. Experience this feature in action and watch a sample instructional video.
Harris Learning Solutions dashboards provide a real-time visual understanding of individual student and overall class performance as they progress through the lessons and assessments. The dashboards are used by both students and professors to identify the areas of weakness, and to improve the in-class and self-study focus.
The instructor dashboard provides a real-time visual understanding of individual student and overall class performance as they progress through the course. While viewing assessment performance, the dashboard provides instructors with the average percent mark on each assignment, test, or exam. They can also see the highest mark and average mark secured on every question.
LMS integration available through LTI 1.3 protocol, compatible with platforms such as Blackboard, D2L, Canvas, Moodle, and more.
The PowerPoint presentations (PPTs) are designed to teach every concept in the textbook. Steps in teaching concepts appear one by one through the creative use of animations to provide students with an inclusive learning experience. Instructors have the option of downloading and making modifications to any of the PPTs.
Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 is an Open Educational Resource (OER). Its content is reviewed and updated regularly by subject matter experts, and the textbook can be adapted and customized for an Intermediate Accounting 1 course.
The Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1 digital resource package is available through Apollo and provides access to the supporting online resources, including assessments and instructional videos.
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Title: Intermediate Financial Accounting Volume 1, Edition 2024-A
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