Ohio University
{College Name}
{Department Name}
{Degree Title --specify new location(s) and/or alternate delivery methods)}

Note: The notification for RACGS needs to address the items listed below and should be approximately 2-3 pages.  Additional detail will need to be prepared for the Outreach Committee to obtain internal approval prior to RACGS notification.  See Outreach approval site (http://www.outreach.ohio.edu/gradoutreach.htm) and the RACGS Guidelines for additional information.

Background Information
Briefly address the following points:

• Background of the already approved program particularly as it relates to the development of the alternate delivery/new location program described in this notification
• How the program is consistent with the institution’s role and mission.
• That less than 50% of the content or course requirements have been changed relative to the already approved program
• IMPORTANT: If this is not the case, the program will need to go through the entire internal and external approval process for a new degree program. 
• That 50% or more of the delivery is off-site or via an alternate delivery method

Program Purpose
Briefly outline the purpose of the program and major areas of study (if applicable).
Describe planning steps taken to ensure quality development and delivery of the program in the alternate format/new location

Program Demand and Need
Discuss:

• Evidence that indicates demand and need for the program in the alternate format/new location
• Uniqueness of the program in the region/state/nation

Program Assessments
Methods used to ensure program delivery consistency
Assessment plans to evaluate program and student outcomes

Support Services/Capacity/Resources for Distance Education
Briefly discuss the following

• support services related to delivery of program in alternate format/new location (e.g., student services, faculty and administrative services)
• IT support in general and as it specifically relates to delivery of a program with significant alternate delivery formats (if applicable)

Summary
Provide a brief summary that positions the program in the larger context of Vision OHIO and the University System of Ohio.

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