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Continuing Education Program (CEP) Guiding Principles and Program Learning Outcomes

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About this Project

The guiding principles, SLQS/LQS, and program learning outcomes form the foundation of the Continuing Education Program.

The guiding principles and program learning outcomes were developed based on the feedback from members at past conferences and focused conversations about the CEP.

This fall we are looking for your pro-spective on the guiding principles and program learning outcomes. Thank you for your contributions at the Fall Conference. Your ideas will be compiled, as of November 5th, for the CEP committee to review. Updated guiding principles and program learning outcomes will be shared at the CASS Annual Conference in 2023.

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Draft Guiding Principles for CEP

Draft Program Learning Outcome for CEP

Documents

Draft Guiding Principles for CEP

Draft Program Learning Outcome for CEP

Ideas

Guiding Principles

Identify your ideas and responses for either question 1 or 2.

What do you like about the guiding principles and why?
What would you like to see changed or added?

Total Ideas Submitted: 49

October 28, 2022 (08:53 am)

Scot Leys says:

A few of the PLO’s seem cumbersome and contain a lot of “education” terminology. Some simplification (particularly 5...

October 28, 2022 (08:50 am)

Corinne Kruse says:

Having a bolded word at the start of each statement makes it clear the purpose of the GP.

October 28, 2022 (08:48 am)

Corrine Thorsteinson says:

I appreciate the work that has been done to develop a framework for our CEP. My suggestion would be to simplify the language...

October 28, 2022 (08:47 am)

Wilco Tymensen says:

The verbs are very important! Does adverbs such as nebulous unnecessarily restrict them?

October 28, 2022 (08:45 am)

Corinne Kruse says:

Add build and before improve

October 27, 2022 (04:03 pm)

Sandy McDonald says:

I’m not sure where it fits, if it’s the GP, PLO, or elsewhere, but I wonder if we may consider non-accredited...

October 27, 2022 (09:12 am)

Shan Jorgenson-Adam says:

Our table wondered about numbering...maybe bullets would be better. We wondered if numbering might give the perception that...

October 27, 2022 (09:09 am)

Shan Jorgenson-Adam says:

Our table group liked that they were concise. We appreciate all of the pre-work that has been done for the CEP.

October 27, 2022 (08:42 am)

David LeGrandeur says:

I appreciate the guiding principles in general, not sure that I would need recognition for completing my professional...

October 27, 2022 (08:35 am)

Sandy McDonald says:

I like that acknowledging the efforts of system leaders to meet the CEP commitments is part of the Guiding Principles. I...

October 27, 2022 (08:25 am)

Sandy McDonald says:

I wonder if it might be appropriate to have more reference to Alberta (ex Alberta’s system educational leaders) and/or to...

October 27, 2022 (08:21 am)

Sandy McDonald says:

I like the structure of the guiding principles. The bolded key words help emphasize the overarching focus of the principles.

October 26, 2022 (08:11 pm)

Bill Driedger says:

As a CASS member for quite a few years, I have appreciated that the many events and conferences have provided both...

October 26, 2022 (08:09 pm)

Treva Emter says:

Could “Apply” and “Respond” be combined? Any PD should be based on the LQS/SLQS and respond to the needs of the...

October 26, 2022 (08:09 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Is #6 a Guiding Principle? Or an action taken by the CEP team?

October 26, 2022 (08:08 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Does #4 include publishing of action research by system leaders (ie in the CASS magasine)?

October 26, 2022 (08:00 pm)

Michelle Brennick says:

The G Ps give a clear and specific focus/direction for CEP. The G PS certainly elevate our professionalism and commitment to...

October 26, 2022 (08:00 pm)

Wilco Tymensen says:

Some are very close to the LQS but Ave shifted the language. Is there a reason why?if not Maybe compare ands align with the...

October 26, 2022 (07:59 pm)

Natalie Morris says:

Simplify language

October 26, 2022 (07:59 pm)

Michael McMann says:

I would not change them, they are inclusive and have depth

October 26, 2022 (07:58 pm)

Grace MacLellan says:

Clarification required to simplify intent of statement. Each statement could have evidence as to what this could 'look like'.

October 26, 2022 (07:58 pm)

Krystal Abrahamowicz says:

We would like to see fewer outcomes - these feel ambitious. While we appreciate the need to have broad program outcomes,...

October 26, 2022 (07:57 pm)

Nicole Lafreniere says:

Would like to see leadership for student success more clearly articulated

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Nicole Lafreniere says:

Simplify language

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Darryl Seguin says:

1. Broad scope does provide flexibility based on individual context. 2. Point 5--Analyze situations identify key aspects....

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Treva Emter says:

I believe 8 should be kept, however, the concepts of “practice” and “theorize” do not fit…in my opinion.

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Chantel Axani says:

The language of the Program Learning Outcomes needs to be simple and clear.

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Krystal Abrahamowicz says:

Some of these feel too wordy, for example, #12 - the back half of the PLO could be romoved.

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Jeff Thompson says:

Overall, a good set slot PLOs to do some further refining around. Edits required for #8, 10, 11 and 12. Further clarity or...

October 26, 2022 (07:54 pm)

Treva Emter says:

In 2, what is meant by critical reflexivity? I feel that term could be interpreted in various ways.

October 26, 2022 (07:54 pm)

Carra Aschenmeier says:

#8 could read “utilize appropriate research and data to support decision-making”.

October 26, 2022 (07:54 pm)

Joanne Pitman says:

Believe that GP 2 and 6 should be part of the preamble as they are reflective of legislative requirements and not additional...

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Krystal Abrahamowicz says:

We're wondering, is PLO #1 necessary? Could it be removed and rather each PLO identifies the SLQS/LQS competency it relates...

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Sha-Lyn Tichkowsky says:

10. Are we only supporting FnMI student achievement? We feel it may not encompass all intended

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Tim Stensland says:

Like the thoroughness, but look at my group members' comment, Cal Johnson about redundancy. This comment could be nebulous.

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Grace MacLellan says:

Consideration-Do we need to have 12 statements for the PLO's or only 1. Apply and exemplify the compentencies in the...

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Sean Beaton says:

The PLOs are very comprehensive. However, some of the outcomes are very verbose. I would like to see them simplified.

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Sha-Lyn Tichkowsky says:

All statements are focused on continuous learning.

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Carra Aschenmeier says:

I appreciate the focus on self-reflection and collaboration in Questions 2 and 3

October 26, 2022 (07:51 pm)

Nicole Short says:

Quite comprehensive Much too wordy though. Needs to be more concise.

October 26, 2022 (07:51 pm)

Calvin Johnson says:

2. Redundant wording. Example say achieve instead of strategize to achieve

October 26, 2022 (07:51 pm)

Sha-Lyn Tichkowsky says:

Culturally responsive is a loaded term in number 9.

October 26, 2022 (07:51 pm)

Katie Graham says:

1. Very comprehensive 2. Can it be more concise?

October 26, 2022 (07:50 pm)

Carra Aschenmeier says:

We need a better more clear definition of culturally responsive. (Question 9, 10)

October 26, 2022 (07:49 pm)

Sha-Lyn Tichkowsky says:

8. Is too wordy. Needs to be simple. Take out therorize…….and and

October 26, 2022 (07:48 pm)

Michael Borgfjord says:

We like all of them - number 6 we are not sure about the intentions of it - not opposed but think the other five are more...

October 26, 2022 (07:46 pm)

Chris Smeaton says:

Do we need to be so "wordy?" Is this something that the public should understand as well or just CASS members?

October 26, 2022 (07:46 pm)

Scott Morrison says:

We should add how important it is to learn in a community of practice when possible and applicable.

October 26, 2022 (07:39 pm)

Scott Morrison says:

The following principle is key as it addressed needs identified by the membership: Respond to the professional learning...

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Identify your ideas and responses for either question 1 or 2.

What do you like about the program learning outcomes and why?
What would you like to see changed or added?

Total Ideas Submitted: 27

November 25, 2022 (11:49 am)

Roger Nippard says:

I think there should be some academic references to distinguishing characteristics of "system leadership" at the beginning...

October 27, 2022 (09:14 am)

Shan Jorgenson-Adam says:

Our table felt that the principles cover a broad spectrum. However, we also felt some of them are very "wordy" with complex...

October 26, 2022 (08:12 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Simplify and make these observable (the verbs are good).

October 26, 2022 (08:12 pm)

Bill Driedger says:

It is interesting to note that the three blocks of SLQS/LQS, Guiding Principals and Learning Outcomes are placed in a...

October 26, 2022 (08:11 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

#7 establish and maintain constructive relationships to develop a culturally responsive environment

October 26, 2022 (08:11 pm)

Nancy Gorgichuk says:

October 26, 2022 (08:10 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

#10 student achievement should connect to #1.

October 26, 2022 (08:03 pm)

Terri Lynn Guimond says:

I think the wording can be more concise and succinct. It’s a good start.

October 26, 2022 (07:57 pm)

Sandy McDonald says:

How do PLOs differ from the specific outcomes the content will be designed to deliver? Or are they the same thing?

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

#6 design and communicate messages to various audiences with clarity and purpose

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Cindy Escott says:

Outcomes are wordy. Is there a way to simplify and ensure we are being more concise?

October 26, 2022 (07:56 pm)

Terri-Lynn Duncan says:

Will these be for public view if so we may need to change some vocabulary.

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Remove 'practice' from #8, begin with Utilize...

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Terri-Lynn Duncan says:

Working collaboratively , teamwork strategies, relationships, leadership quality competencies and interpersonal communication

October 26, 2022 (07:55 pm)

Carmen Larsen says:

The Learning Outcomes cover off the important aspects of what we should strive to achieve as a professional organization....

October 26, 2022 (07:54 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

#3 several of our group appreciated the verb 'adapt' in #3

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Treva Emter says:

Statement 9 and 10 miss the mark. Could the culturally responsive piece (which is very important) be built into 7...

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Aaron Skretting says:

The intent of the outcomes is blurred or obscured by the language choices. While there needs to be some flexibility or room...

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Terri-Lynn Duncan says:

I resonate with constructive relationships that support growth #7

October 26, 2022 (07:53 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Simplify #5 to problem solving process

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Danielle Maczko says:

From Fort McMurray Catholic Schools: 3. Needs to be wordsmithed for clarity. Adapt is unclear and “diverse teams...

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Remover #9 and #10, add 'culturally responsive' into #7.

October 26, 2022 (07:52 pm)

Michael Borgfjord says:

what is critical reflexivity? If this is posted for the public the language needs to be less wordy. nebulous situations? #...

October 26, 2022 (07:51 pm)

Julia Drefs says:

Please simplify these statements; ensure they are observable without too many buzz words

October 26, 2022 (07:49 pm)

Natasha MacArthur-Poole says:

Great start. They seem a bit wordy and can be changed to be more direct

October 26, 2022 (07:46 pm)

Carmen Ostafichuk says:

I like how applicable the outcomes are to our roles as leaders. They are very comprehensive. I might suggest an order...

October 26, 2022 (07:45 pm)

Vincent Behm says:

I value that it encourages ongoing self reflection on elements of the SLQS and LQS and that data, research and communication...