6 February 2026

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Stuart Pedley-Smith explores whether authentic assessment delivers everything it promises. A version of this article was first published in Pedleysmiths Blog on 30 June 2025. There is a saying often attributed to Peter Drucker – “what gets measured gets achieved.” I think the quote is “gets done” but that always…Read more

Is Generative AI making us dumber?

Dr Anwar Halari, Senior Lecturer in Accounting at The Open University. Generative AI and learning: what we might lose “ChatGPT, please summarise this article for me” AI would probably do a great job of this and no doubt it will save the reader some time – but it might miss…Read more

Set up an Accounting Club in your local school

Set up an Accounting Club in your local school. It is such a hugely rewarding activity that positively impacts students. If you’re ready to introduce Accounting Club into your school and want to be an accredited Accounting Club Educator — an ACE — the information you need is in Accounting Clubs in Schools …Read more

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What is Accounting Cafe?

Accounting Cafe is where accounting educators and learners from across the world find and share their best ideas. We focus on accounting education, providing articles, resources, lesson plans, seminars, workshops, and a place for discussion and debate.

Why should you join us?

We are a worldwide association of friendly and generous people with an enthusiasm for accounting education. You will be warmly welcomed into the community and given free access to teaching and learning resources.

Who is behind Accounting Cafe?

Accounting Cafe was founded by Toby York in 2021. It runs on a shoestring and “not for loss” basis. We’re not seeking to make profits but it would be nice to cover running costs at some point. In the meantime, it’s free to access almost everything on the site.

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Nine out of ten teachers believe that students learn better when taught in their preferred learning style yet the literature suggests this “matching hypothesis” has almost no impact on achievement. Nine out of ten teachers can’t be wrong, can they? Learning theorists have research and evidence on their side, but…Read more

Despite shared goals, professional bodies and universities face persistent challenges. ICAEW is working to address them. In the world of accountancy education, few relationships are as important as the one between Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies (PSRBs) and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). PSRBs such as ICAEW set professional standards, accredit…Read more

Join us in London on Friday 6 February 2026, for “Accounting Cafe Pop-up 2026”. Everybody is welcome. A gathering with a difference that makes a difference. We are gathering on Friday 6 February 2026 at St Matthew’s Conference Centre. This is a familiar favourite for Accounting Cafe pop-ups, hidden among the towers of political power in the heart…Read more

Yes, you read that right. Accounting Cafe Cafe is an online meeting for accounting educators to chat about what’s working well and what’s energising or inspiring them. We also share our challenges and fears — the things keeping us awake at night. Sometimes, we simply pass the time of day…Read more

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