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Educational Approval Board Approved Schools Conference The EAB: Past, Present and Future

Educational Approval Board Approved Schools Conference The EAB: Past, Present and Future. David C. Dies, EAB Executive Secretary November 13, 2008. Session Overview. EAB’s Modernization Agenda Defining Modernization Regulatory Questions Underlying Principles Changes Implemented

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Educational Approval Board Approved Schools Conference The EAB: Past, Present and Future

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  1. Educational Approval BoardApproved Schools ConferenceThe EAB: Past, Present and Future David C. Dies, EAB Executive Secretary November 13, 2008

  2. Session Overview • EAB’s Modernization Agenda • Defining Modernization • Regulatory Questions • Underlying Principles • Changes Implemented • Current Initiatives • Future Efforts / Issues

  3. The EAB: Past, Present and Future Modernization Defined Changing EAB’s Regulatory Model Compliance Only  Institutional Effectiveness

  4. The EAB: Past, Present and Future Regulatory Questions • How does the EAB’s oversight process help schools advance over time and lead to better student satisfaction and learning results? • Can there ever be a sustained and rational school advancement process without a defined strategic/institutional plan, which sets goals, creates action steps, measures results and evaluates progress? • How does school approval, renewal, and school visit processes need to be designed to focus on results & to encourage and support school advancement? • What data would schools and states need to collect and analyze so schools are accountable for student outcomes?

  5. The EAB: Past, Present and Future Underlying Principles • The best way to protect students is to hold schools accountable for results data and enhance the schools and their programs. • An IE model supports a cooperative working relationship between the regulatory agency and the schools for better student results. • An IE model focuses on schools developing their own capabilities for data decision making, value-added services, and continuous improvement.

  6. The EAB: Past, Present and Future • The Past – Changes Implemented • New Website • Important Communication Tool • Student Outcomes • Modified Categories / Clarified Definitions • Employed / Student Satisfaction Focus • Annual Renewal • Electronic / Data Required • New Database • Statutes • Developed Revised Statutory Framework • Redesigned School Visit Process • Regular Cycle of “Visiting” Schools • 2008-2013 Strategic Plan

  7. The EAB: Past, Present and Future • The Present – Current Initiatives • Employment Verification • Revise and Refine Process • Institutional Plans • Required for 2010 Renewal Year • Modernization Bill • Statutory Changes • 2009-11 Biennial Budget • Position Authority • Working w/ Other State Agencies • Involvement of EAB Board Members

  8. The EAB: Past, Present and Future • Future Efforts / Issues • Involvement in Postsecondary Policy Decisions • Provide Input / Strengthen Relationships • Directory Changes • Counselor / Student Surveys • Administrative Rules • Update Administrative/Operational Practices • School & Program Approval Guide • Update Forms • Develop Comprehensive School Handbook • Diploma Mill Legislation

  9. Questions and Answers

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