Statistical and Research Methodology in Education

Overview

<p>There are two tracks (topics) to this NCER program; one is for early-career applicants. </p> <ol> <li>Statistical and Research Methodology Grants.</li> <li>Early Career Statistical and Research Methodology Grants.</li> </ol> <p>Stats/Methods grants are divided into Regular and Early Career. Regular grants last a maximum of 3 years, with a maximum award amount of $900,000 for the grant. Early Career grants last a maximum of 2 years, with a maximum award amount of $225,000 for the grant.</p> <p>Purpose of Program: Through the National Center for Education Research (NCER), the Institute of Education Sciences (Institute) provides support for programs of research in areas of demonstrated national need. The Institute’s research grant programs are designed to provide interested individuals and the general public with reliable and valid information about education practices that support learning and improve academic achievement and access to education opportunities for all learners. Through the Statistical and Research Methodology in Education grant program, NCER intends to support the development of a wide range of methodological and statistical tools to better enable applied education scientists to conduct rigorous education research. </p>