In "OEI Courses, Pilot Collaborations, New SC Chairs," we highlight information about 19 pilot courses that have been approved by the OEI Steering Committee, explain how early communications with pilot colleges show great promise, and announce the new chair and vice chair of the OEI Steering Committee.
In "CAI Plans Road Show, Responds To Feedback," we provide information about a newly formed work group for test development, explain how the Math, English and ESL Work Groups are drafting competencies, and list some important points for stakeholders to keep under consideration as the initiative moves forward.
In "EPI Pushes Ahead With Student Portal RFP," readers are pointed to where to go for more information about a newly released RFP for analysis and software development services and how steering committees and work groups are simultaneously working on the development of future RFPs to support the EPI's mission and goals.
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updates on the latest progress of the Online Education Initiative (OEI), Education Planning Initiative (EPI) and Common Assessment Initiative (CAI).
communication and collaboration with 24 pilot colleges, and a smooth transition to new Steering Committee leadership. . 
is stepping up communication efforts to ensure faculty and staff voices are heard throughout the common assessment development process.
release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) and the development of additional RFPs that fit within the initiative's goals. 