Important Upcoming UMassOnline Speaker Series Event on State Authorization and Distance Learning
Posted on February 17, 2012 by Som Seng
On March 7th, 2012, UMassOnline will convene a distinguished panel of higher education experts for an update on state authorization and out-of-state schools. This has been one of the hottest topics in higher education over the past year, and the event is an opportunity to hear the latest developments and implications.
In October 2010, when the U.S. Department of Education first made explicit reference to distance learning and state authorization, in the final “Program Integrity” rules, the online learning boom and state-by-state jurisdiction seemed on a collision course. Most schools enrolled online students nationwide but lacked authorization beyond their home state, and state requirements were often far from transparent. The initial compliance deadline of July 1, 2011, risking loss of Title IV funding, looked impossible.
Join us with our guest panelists to discuss where we currently are now, how state requirements have evolved, enrollment and cost implications and much more. The panel will also review the steps UMassOnline has taken to date, and plans for the future. This event will be hosted and joined by UMassOnline Chief Executive Officer Dr. Ken Udas, and will include:
Dr. Meg Benke, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, SUNY Empire State College; Richard Garrett, Managing Director of Continuing & Professional Education Learning Collaborative and Online Higher Education Learning Collaborative, Eduventures; Michael Leamy, Distance Education Coordinator, Fitchburg State University; and, Paul H. Shiffman, Ed.D., Assistant Vice President for Strategic and Governmental Relations, Excelsior College.
Must-Attend Event for Many: This event is for higher education leaders and administrators with responsibility for their institution’s distance learning strategy and compliance. The event also welcomes state and federal representatives. Attendance is also suggested for current and potential online learners enrolled in or evaluating online programs from out-of-state schools.
You can see complete details and register for this event, which will be held at the UMass Collaborative Service Facility in Shrewsbury, MA, at this link.
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