A. Course implementation will be monitored. The project is defining how this will be accomplished and will discuss evaluation in detail with participants at the four-day training workshop in June 2000. Q. Getting a new course approved through my university can take months and longer. A. CEU's may be offered instead of graduate credits, but some form of credit must be offered. The project is looking for organizations committed to long-term implementation of the courses.
Accreditation demonstrates a commitment to implementing the courses.
However, keep in mind that budget reasonableness is an evaluation criteria. Faculty release time is another example of an in-kind resource. Yes, course supplies would be an acceptable cost. This cost could also be charged to participants as a course materials fee. This is the first year that this program is being offered.