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Session

Shared Interest (SI)

Promoting ESL Program Quality through Accreditation

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM EST
Location: CLEARWATER
Presentation Description:

The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) is a non-profit accrediting agency focused on accreditation of postsecondary English language programs and institutions. This presentation will explain the origins and purpose of CEA, provide an overview of the accreditation process, and describe the benefits of self-study along with perspectives on the value of specialized accreditation. The presentation is geared towards administrators and faculty who are interested in learning more about the CEA Standards and specialized accreditation with CEA.

Learning Objectives:

  • During this presentation, attendees will learn about the origins of CEA, the purpose of specialized accreditation, and the required steps of the accreditation process.
  • After this presentation, attendees will be able to list the benefits of self-study to programs and institutions.
  • After this presentation, attendees will understand the value of specialized accreditation to the field of ESL.