§ 31.6. Standards for Approved CJE Activities.
(a) General Standards. All CJE activities approved for credit shall meet the following standards:
1. The activity shall have significant intellectual or practical content, the primary objective of which is to improve a Judge’s professional competence and ethical behavior.
2. The activity shall be an organized program of learning to deal with matters directly related to subjects that satisfy the objectives of these rules.
3. Each CJE activity shall be open to all Judges interested in the subject matter and there shall be no attendance restrictions, except as may be permitted by the Board, upon application from a provider, where:
attendance is restricted based on objective criteria for a bona fide educational objective to enhance the CJE activity; or
membership in the provider organization is open to all interested Judges, on reasonable non-discriminatory basis and cost.
4. The program leaders or lecturers shall be qualified with the practical and/or academic experience necessary to conduct the program effectively.
5. Each attendee shall be provided with thorough, high quality and carefully prepared written course materials before or at the time of the activity. Although written materials may not be appropriate to all courses, they are expected to be utilized whenever possible.
6. The course or activity must be presented in a suitable setting to create a positive educational environment.
7. The Board will take into consideration the special needs of disabled and incapacitated Judges in gaining access to and participation in CJE activities. The Board shall require providers to make reasonable accommodations for disabled and incapacitated Judges.
(b) Distance Education. Distance learning courses-including computer-based and teleconference programs-may be approved for credit provided that they meet interactive, technical and accreditation standards set forth by the Board, as well as the following terms and conditions:
1. Seminars viewed at remote sites by electronic transmission, will receive credit if a moderator is present and interaction available.
2. Only distance learning courses pre-approved for credit or conducted by accredited providers may be taken for credit.
3. Courses must provide mechanisms to ensure interactivity.
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