Learning Innovation Grants
Grant Form 2007: RTF | PDF | Plain Text
Grant Rubric 2007: PDF | Rich Text Format | HTML
Successful Grants from Spring 2007
Learning Through Technology:Smartboards in Newburgh
by Cynthia MacMahon and Grace Gloeckler DOC | TXT
Professional Partner Project (The 3P project)
by Elizabeth Tarvin and Nancy Carlson
Faculty and the SUNYOrange Community
by Erich Won Short and Katie Jezik
Successful Grants from Fall 2006
Engine Blueprinting and Measurement Analysis
by John Wolbeck DOC | PDF | Plain Text
Video POD Casting
by Bob Misiak and Roberta Smith
Portable Lighting Laboratory
by Max Schaefer
Development of Cultural Competence Workshop for Professionals and/or Students
Who Work in the Health Care Setting
by Cheryl Ward-Simons
LIG Questions and Answers…
What is a Learning Innovation Grant?
The Learning Innovation Grant provides funding for projects designed to enrich, advance and improve student learning. These projects may take place in or out of the classroom. Projects that are innovative, learning-centered, collaborative or interdisciplinary, technology-rich and attentive to assessment & improvement are especially encouraged.
What kinds of projects will be funded?
The following is a sample of the kinds of projects that will be funded. Proposals for projects other than those listed will be considered if they follow the criteria describe above. Other project ideas can be found by searching the Maricopa Community College's Wesite.
- Developing new ways of presenting material in the classroom (i.e. using case studies, service learning, collaborative learning, active learning, new technology, etc.)
- Implementing classroom research (i.e. effect of a classroom innovation on student learning)
- Designing learning experiences for students outside of the classroom
- Running a discussion/study group for faculty and staff that will improve student learning
- Using collaborative or interdisciplinary approaches to student learning
Who is eligible to request funds?
All full-time, permanent faculty and staff are eligible to apply for funding. Part-time faculty, staff and adjuncts may apply as part of a collaborative team of full-time faculty and staff.
How much funding can we apply for?
Individuals may apply for up to $1,000. Teams of 2 or more people may apply for up to $4,000.
How may the funds be used?
Funds may be used to develop projects, and for travel, equipment and supplies. Funds may be used in part to attend workshops or conferences to learn innovative ways to improve student learning.
How will the outcomes of my project be shared?
The results of your Learning Innovation project will be shared with your colleagues within 6 months of completion. Projects will be completed within one year of funding. Summaries of completed projects will be posted on the CTL website.
What is the application process?
Step 1: Complete the attached Cover Sheet. Please make certain you discuss the project with division or departmental personnel who will be involved with planning or implementation.
Step 2: Describe the project using the categories described on the Proposal Form. See the CTL website for the rubric used to evaluate proposals.
Step 3: Submit the signed original and 6 copies of your application (7 copies total of the Cover Sheet and Proposal Form) to Heidi Weber in the Center for Teaching and Learning.