Focus on the Future: Thomas Tools for Accounting Educators

Explore the Thomas/Spiceland franchise of titles and access accounting teaching tools and news, plus insights from the authors of Financial Accounting for Managers, built for higher education professionals.

**Why Financial Accounting for Managers Became McGraw Hill’s Product of the Year!**

Three educators combined their expertise to craft an innovative accounting textbook, featuring real-world examples, flexible materials, and tools for all learners. Enhanced by McGraw Hill Connect® digital technology, this award-winning resource transforms teaching and inspires students.

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Meet the Author Team

Discover the passion and expertise behind the Thomas Financial & Managerial franchise in a series of engaging videos! Authors Wayne Thomas, Michael Drake, and Jake Thornock dive into the creation and success of Financial Accounting for Managers, showcasing its flexibility, real-world applications, and seamless integration with McGraw Hill’s Connect platform. Hear about their collaborative process, modular design benefits, and the exciting launch of Managerial Accounting, the newest addition to the franchise. Wayne Thomas even shares personal stories about his own children in class, adding a heartfelt touch to their dedication to empowering educators and students with innovative tools and resources.

Meet the Authors (0:44 minutes)
Get an introduction to the Thomas Financial and Managerial franchise team as the authors share their teaching experience, expertise in accounting, and dedication to helping students succeed.

Why the Authors Wrote Financial Accounting for Managers (0:52 minutes)
The authors discuss their goal of creating an engaging textbook tailored to their classroom needs, combining their diverse expertise and leveraging Wayne Thomas's prior textbook experience to design a practical and impactful resource.

How the Learning Solution Has Been Successful (1:20 minutes)
The authors reflect on the success of Financial Accounting for Managers in their own classrooms and beyond, highlighting student engagement, positive feedback, and recognition as McGraw Hill’s Product of the Year.

Why Financial Accounting for Managers Has Been Impactful for Instructors and Students (1:08 minutes)
The authors explain how the book engages students by blending real-world applications with flexible content, catering to diverse teaching styles, and helping non-majors see accounting as a valuable career tool.

Challenges the Courseware Has Overcome (1:28 minutes)
The authors address challenges in engaging modern students, meeting the needs of non-accounting majors, and incorporating real-world financial statements, emphasizing how the book equips students with practical tools for their careers.

Wayne’s Children’s Feedback About the Courseware (1:09 minutes)
Wayne Thomas shares insights from his children, who have taken his class, highlighting how the courseware fosters higher-level thinking and prepares students for real-world applications.

Students Gain Real-World Tools (0:41 minutes)
The authors emphasize the importance of equipping students with practical tools for their careers, using humor to illustrate the need for readiness and empowerment in professional settings.

How This Courseware Is Unique in Its Flexibility (1:00 minutes)
The authors highlight the book’s adaptability for different teaching styles and course formats, from undergraduate classes emphasizing debits and credits to graduate and asynchronous courses.

Why Faculty Are Excited About Financial Accounting for Managers (0:51 minutes)
The authors share faculty feedback, showcasing the book’s ability to accommodate diverse teaching preferences and audiences within the same semester or course.

Benefits of the Modular Design (1:07 minutes)
The authors explain the book’s modular structure, which allows instructors to tailor content to their course needs, from fundamental topics to in-depth analysis and additional accounting concepts.

Benefits of Using the Connect Platform (1:28 minutes)
The authors discuss the integration of Financial Accounting for Managers with McGraw Hill’s Connect platform, highlighting tools like data analytics, Excel, EDGAR cases, and AI features that enhance learning and grading efficiency.

Courseware Built from Educator Collaboration (1:22 minutes)
Authors Wayne Thomas, Michael Drake, and Jake Thornock emphasize the vital collaboration between themselves, key educators, and users, in shaping their award-winning Financial Accounting for Managers. They remain committed to innovation as course needs evolve and are excited to launch a new managerial product, currently in its final stages of development.

Leveraging Technology in Your Course (1:11 minutes)
The authors highlight how Connect simplifies the integration of technologies like Excel, Tableau, and Power BI into courses, making it easy for instructors to enhance classroom engagement and meet departmental requirements.

Tell Me About SmartBook (0:44 minutes)
The authors describe SmartBook as an adaptive learning tool that adjusts to students’ understanding, providing targeted reading and assessments to enhance comprehension and retention.

Our Commitment to You and Your Students (0:47 minutes)
The authors express their dedication to creating and improving the textbook, inviting instructors to collaborate and explore the content to ensure long-term success in their classrooms.

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Join live author chats with Wayne Thomas and team to connect, share ideas, and learn. Explore resources for all levels of accounting courses from Intro to MBA and discover tools to help your students thrive. Let’s shape the future of accounting—together!

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Mark W. Nelson, Wayne Thomas, Jennifer Winchel

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Focus on the Future: Thomas Tools for Accounting Educators

An accounting resource designed for educators to connect, learn, and grow

Why Financial Accounting for Managers Became McGraw Hill’s Product of the Year!

Meet the Author Team

McGraw Hill believes that great content begins with great authors.

Spiceland/Thomas: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Thomas/Drake/Thornock: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGERS

Spiceland/Nelson/Thomas/Winchel: INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING

Explore the Thomas/Spiceland Franchise Titles

Learn more about the Thomas/Spiceland Franchise

Additional Resources

Visit our blog

McGraw Hill Business Program

Visit the McGraw Hill Events page

McGraw Hill Instructor Support: Support at Every Step

**Why Financial Accounting for Managers Became McGraw Hill’s Product of the Year!**