State Authorization for Distance Education, Minnesota Update

Todd R. Digby

Minnesota State Colleges & Universities

Sandra Ecklein

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities


Abstract

The requirement that colleges and universities are required to be authorized in every state that online students reside in has added complexity to the process of offering online programs and courses. This presentation will focus on the latest efforts in Minnesota around state authorization for distance education and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement. The presenters will share the efforts of both the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities and the University of Minnesota in this area.


Author Biography

Todd R. Digby, Minnesota State Colleges & Universities

Todd Digby is the System Director of Academic Technology for the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities. His role involves working with faculty, staff, internal, and external partners to collaborate on innovative academic technology solutions and services for campuses and faculty.