Pre-K-8 Preservice Teacher Action Research Grants
Solicitation Title: Pre-K-8 Preservice Teacher Action Research Grants
Funding Amount: $3000
Sponsor Deadline: Friday, May 6, 2016
Solicitation Link: http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Pre-K%e2%80%938-Preservice-Teacher-Action-Research-Grants/
Overview
<p>The purpose of this grant is to provide financial support for action research conducted as a collaborative by university faculty, preservice teacher(s), and classroom teacher(s) seeking to improve their understanding of mathematics in Pre-K-8 classroom(s). For 2016-2017, a grant up to a maximum of $3,000 will be awarded. Primary emphasis will be placed on collaboration by a team of researchers consisting of university, elementary/middle school teachers, and preservice teachers from the undergraduate ranks. The action research should be designed, implemented, and completed with a focus on enhancing the teaching and/or learning of mathematics in Grades Pre-K-8. Proposals must address the following: rationale for the research project, the expected impact on teaching/learning in the school setting, and anticipated improvements in preservice student learning. Grant funds should be used to support project expenses to plan and carry out the action research.</p>
Solicitation Limitations: <p>The applicant must be a current (on or before April 22, 2016) Full Individual or E-Member of NCTM or must teach at a school with a current (on or before April 22, 2016) NCTM Pre-K-8 school membership . The applicant may be either a teacher in the Pre-K-8 classroom, a mathematics coach assigned to work with the classroom(s) where the research will be conducted, or a university mathematics educator. The participating preservice teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level and, at some point during the term of the grant, must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching.</p> Other Information:<p>Note: This grant is awarded to an individual. The award must be reported to the Internal Revenue Service, and it is subject to federal income taxes. A Form 1099 will be sent to the grant recipient at the end of the calendar year. If you have any questions about your own income tax liability, you should contact the Internal Revenue Service or your tax counsel. These sources can advise a recipient on the proper way to report project or program expenses. </p>Last Updated:
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