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Completer OAE data was shared. Input on when/if we require OAEs was provided. COE is preparing future teachers/principals for OAEs.
NEXT STEPS - determine if OAEs will be graduation requirement for initial/undergraduate programs.

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Much discussion ensued as a natural extension from the Extended Dean's Advisory Council conversations. Most noted topics:
1. Our completers (initial/undergraduate) need to be prepared and ready to teach structured literacy (Science of Reading) and have all completed requirements for the dyslexia law mandates. Currently, Ashland University teachers (as well as others across the board) do not have the prerequisite knowledge or skills to teach reading as it is being taught in our schools.
2. COE completers/teachers do not understand how to use data to inform instruction and teaching in general (this is not specific to Ashland, but a concern).
3. When certifications exams (OAEs) are taken also surfaced. COE is looking at changing OAEs to a graduate requirement so that districts know that when an Ashland COE student graduates, he/she will be a licensed teacher. Further examination to pros/cons is warranted.
4. "If higher education doesn't change, they will go out of business soon". The state is sending districts to the ESCs for professional development, training, and certifications because the ESCs will address the concerns. COEs are not meeting the needs of districts - they are not nimble and are limited by faculty philosophies/research.

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1. Graduate Cohort Recruiting - Currently piloting a cohort recruitment initiative for graduate programs based on lessons learned from the partnership with Columbus City Schools (Wallace Foundation Grant). Ashland COE will be nimble, flexible, and accessible for districts or regions. We will come to you and offer our curriculum/program in a hybrid model that meets the needs of your teachers (and, at a significantly reduced tuition). Programs available: principalship, TESOL, Educational Technology, Reading/Literacy, Gifted, and Intervention Specialist. For more information, please contact Amanda Klinger (aklinge4@ashland.edu)

2. Teacher Preparation Apprenticeship - new legislation is expected this summer on Teacher Apprenticeship programs that allow prospective teachers to work in the school districts for pay while working on their bachelor's in education degrees and certification requirements. On the horizon, the COE intends to explore partnerships with ESCs, starting with North Point ESC. Regulations/guidelines are expected as soon as July 2023.

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The COE addressed concerns of the Board regarding Alumni Survey distribution and completion. The Board was adamant that employers (superintendents and principals) hadn't the time or knowledge needed to complete the many, many surveys received from constituents.

Beginning in Spring 2023 and continuing each spring forward, the COE will address employer satisfaction through focus groups conducted with small group representative samples from all teacher/leader preparation. Further the COE will use the Extended Dean's Advisory Council and the Dean's Advisory Board to glean additional information regarding employer satisfaction of Ashland COE completers.

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The Extended Dean's Advisory Council will be held each spring semester. The Council brings together three groups: The Dean's Advisory Board; The Teacher Education Advisory Council; and The Field Advisory Committee. Representatives from Ashland COE, the College of Arts and Science, field supervisors, cooperating teachers, district leaders (superintendents, curriculum coordinators, principals), state and local education agencies, and AU alumni are representated.