These 38 learning guides are self-instructional packets for 38 tasks identified as essential for performance on entry-level jobs in business education. Each guide is based on a terminal performance objective (task) and 1-7 enabling objectives. For each enabling objective, some or all of these materials may be presented: learning steps (outline of student activities) with necessary resources/materials cited, instruction sheet(s), and self-check with answer key. A performance test and/or a written test (with answer key) concludes each guide. Tasks covered in these guides include processing mail; copying and duplicating; answering incoming and placing outgoing calls; filing and retrieving materials; describing specialized filing and storage systems; classifying crimes and torts; identifying elements of contracts; transfering and discharging contracts; operating IBM memory typewriter, electronic selectric composer, IBM executive typewriter; preparing a resume; writing letters of application; completing application form; participating in job interview; demonstrating knowledge of job success; using dictionary; spelling and defining business and consumer terms; identifying parts of speech; constructing simple sentences; punctuating; composing and typing memorandum and letters of request, transmittal, acknowledgment, and response. (YLB)