Cook reported that in response to inquiries from AS Chair Dinielli and herself, the Chancellor's Office had noted that there would not be AS representation at the meeting. The committee discussed the need for better communication from the Chancellor's Office and dissatisfaction with the lack of opportunity for participation in systemwide activities such as this conference. The Chancellor would like our M.A. degrees to match more closely with certification efforts. Cook suggested to the Chancellor that we also look at models within our own system that have been designed to match the National Board models. One way is to build in early field experiences.
Blended programs are also a response to the teacher shortage problem.
Most campuses are looking at Multiple Subjects credentials as well as Special Ed where the need is huge. So, campuses are being surveyed about the extent of integrated programs. No system information is available on that topic. Caplan asked about total units for blended programs in the system. Two programs require over 200 quarter units at Bakersfield and Hayward.