Curry Doctoral Student Dissertation IDEAs

(Innovative, Developmental, Exploratory Awards):

Curry School Research and Development Fund

Call for Proposals for Spring2017: Due April 3, 2017

The Curry School Research and Development (R&D) Fund was established and funded by donors who want to provide the Dean of the Curry School with a funding source to be used in part to support dissertation research by Curry School doctoral students. The research projects to be supported will be those that have significant potential impact on the field of education and possibly have a longer-term economic value.

Each awardprovides up to $1,000 to cover the direct costs associated with original data collection in support of dissertationresearch. Studies that show clear promise to yield significant knowledge will be selected for funding through a formal competitive review process. Doctoral Student Dissertation IDEAs are intended for Curry doctoral students (PhD or EdD) interested in furthering a career path in research through original data collection directly related to their dissertation. Curry intends to hold oneaward competition cycle in 2017.

Criteria for Evaluation

Reviewers will evaluate Doctoral Student IDEA applications based on the following:

  • Significance and potential for advancing the field of study
  • Innovation in approach, methods and concept
  • Well-specified research problem
  • Feasibility of the conceptual framework, plan, and methodology
  • Experience and potential of the PI to conduct the proposed research
  • Dissemination plans for outcomes and findings
  • Potential for ultimately helping the student leverageadditional external funding to advance the research
Eligibility and Restrictions
  • All Currydoctoral students (PhD or EdD) are eligible to apply. It is anticipated that students would be in the second year or beyond, as the focus of this program is on collecting original data to conduct dissertation research.
  • The applicants must be actively enrolled in a Curry doctoral program and in good standing within the department.
  • Student stipend or fellowship coverage is not an allowable cost.
  • Applicants are required to have dissertation advisor who is supervising the research. The dissertation advisor must agree that if the proposal is funded, he/shewill provide the necessary mentorship to conduct the proposed research. Students interested in applying for this program should work closely with their dissertation advisor in preparing the application. The dissertation advisor’s signature is required on the application (see template).
  • This is not a travel award, although up to $250 of the total award amount may be used to support dissemination (e.g., conference attendance). However, dissemination should not be the primary purpose of this award.
  • This is not a cash prize for students. There is no direct compensation to the students through this award. The purpose of this award is to cover the direct cost associated with dissertation research.
  • A student may not receive more than one IDEAsaward.
  • Awards may not exceed 12 months without prior approval from the Curry Office of Research.
  • Proposals for the Spring2017competition are due April 3, 2017, with a June 1,2017start date.
  • We anticipate funding4-6 awards through the Spring 2017 competition.
  • Resubmissions of previously reviewed but unfunded applications are encouraged.

Reporting Requirements

  • A brief 6-month progress report must be submitted to the Curry Associate Deanfor Research using the template to be provided. Information from this report may be shared with the donors who have contributed to the fund.
  • Funding will occur in two phases: the first phase allows for the initial release of 50% of the award funds at the start of the grant, and 50% after the progress report is approved, if the project is on track with achieving its goals.
  • Financial reporting will also be required to ensure appropriate use of funds.
  • Documentation of IRB approval will be required if human subjects are involved.
Submission Process
  • The complete application packet is due to the Associate Dean for Research & Faculty Development (Catherine Bradshaw) via email ()with a cc to Maria Jones() by 11:59 PM on April 3, 2017in order to be considered eligible for the Spring2017competition.
  • Please submit a single PDF which contains all elements of the application as a single attachment (rather than multiple attachments). This includes a signature (original or electronic) on the signature page by the dissertation advisor.
  • A revised application (i.e., those previously reviewed under a prior IDEAs competition) mustclearly indicate that it is a revision and include a one-page summary of the revisions made in response to the previous reviews.

______

Doctoral Student Dissertation IDEAs Proposal Packet

A: Project Narrative

The IDEAs Project Narrative should not exceed 5 pages (Times11pt font, ½ inch margins, single spaced) including any pictures, graphs, and tables. An appendix is not allowed. Please include the following fivesections in the body of the proposal and address all issues:

1.Project Abstract (200 words maximum, in addition to a project title)
2.Background & Significance

Describe the present state of knowledge in the area of study. Provide a rationale for this dissertation study and describe the impact/significance of the proposed project on the state of knowledge in its field.

3.ProjectOverview, Design & Procedures

Describe the project aims and goals and how they relate to the present state of knowledge. Describe the methodology and the procedures, which will be employed, including a detailed description of study participants, measures to be utilized, analytic plan, and the roles the investigator(s) will play in undertaking this study. Provide a detailed procedure for executing the work, the individuals who will be involved in the project. If human subjects are used, provide a description of how participant rights will be protected based on IRB procedures; confirm your intent to apply for IRB approval as needed. Describe the role that the dissertation advisorwill play in this project. Issues of feasibility should be carefully considered.

4.Dissemination Plan

Provide a detailed explanation of how findings will be utilized and disseminated to academic and community audiences. Be specific about how findings from this work will be of benefit to the communities with whom you are working. Please note that a maximum of $250 can be used to cover travel related to dissemination (e.g., conference attendance), as this award is not intended to serve as a travel award.

5.Leverage

Provide a description of the extent to which this project would advance your research program (e.g., help you develop expertise in an area of research, help you launch a research program, potentially help leverage subsequent external funding). If you are requesting the purchase of materials (e.g., equipment, software, instruments), please highlight the potential for those materials to also benefit others within the unit (e.g., program, department, center, lab).

B: Other Elements of Application Packet(this section does not count toward the 5-page limit for the project narrative)
1.CurriculaVitae of Student PI and Dissertation Advisor(no page limit)

Provide a full CV for the PI and the dissertation advisor. CVs are not required of staff, other students, or other Co-Investigators who may be involved with, but not leading the work.

2.Timeline(1 page limit)

Provide a detailed 1-page timeline for completing the study.This should align with your plans to complete your dissertation research and should not extend beyond your enrollment in the doctoral program.

3.Need for Award to Conduct the Proposed Research (1 page limit)

The purpose of this program is to cover direct costs associated with collecting original data for the dissertation. Briefly describe why original data collection is needed to address this research program. Describe the extent to which other funds or resources are available or have been sought to fund the proposed work.

4.Budget(IDEAs budget template + 1 page budget justification)

List necessary costs utilizing the provided budget template. It may include travel necessary to the project, fieldwork expenses, coding costs, equipment, materials, training, and consultation. Funding cannot be used for student PI or faculty salary. Include a one-page budget justification explaining the purpose of each line item. Projects largely focused on secondary data analysis or literature review are not likely to be competitive for this award, as the primary purpose is to cover direct dissertation research costs.

5.Dissertation Advisor’s Signature Page (use 1-page template)

The purpose of this page is to ensure that the dissertation advisor supports the application in its final form and was involved in the development of the proposal. The dissertation advisor also needs to confirm that the student is in good standing in the degree program, ready to conduct the proposed research, and has sufficient mentorship to conduct the work. An original or electronic signature by the dissertation advisor is required on the template.

Curry Doctoral Student Dissertation IDEAs

Budget Template

Applicants should budget in two six-month phases, beginning with the proposed start-date of the project.

1. Doctoral Student/Principal Investigator:

2. Department:

3. Project Title:

4. This Budget Request is for the Period: to (Max award period is 12 months)

5. Total amount requested: (Max award amount is $1,000)

6. Is this a new submission to IDEAs? Yes, NEW submission

7. IRB Status (mark one of the following in reference to the proposed project):

Not applicable/no human subjects research proposed

New IRB proposal to be submitted for this project

Amendment to existing IRB approved protocol

8. Dissertation Advisor’s Name:

BUDGET CATEGORIES
/ 1st 6 months
Start:
End: / 2nd 6 months
Start:
End: / Project Total
Personnel (cannot be used to cover the student PI or faculty stipend/salary)
Salaries/Stipend
Other Direct Costs
Equipment
Travel†
Consultants
Other
TOTAL AMOUNT REQUESTED
/ $ / $ / $

Note: Funding will occur in two phases: the first phase allows for the initial release of 50% of the award funds at the start of the grant, and 50% after the progress report is approved, if the project is on track with achieving its goals. † A maximum of $250 can be used to cover travel related to dissemination (e.g., conference attendance), as this award is not intended to serve as a travel award.

Curry Doctoral Student Dissertation IDEAs

Dissertation Advisor’s Signature Page

1. Doctoral Student/Principal Investigator:

2. Department:

3. Project Title:

4. Dissertation Advisor’s Name:

Dissertation Advisor’s Signature Is Required, Thereby Indicating Agreement to the Following

As the dissertation advisor, I agree to all of the following:

  • I helped the student prepare this proposal.
  • This proposal will provide original results to be included in the student’s dissertation.
  • The proposed work has not been funded by another source or previously conducted by this student or another member of the research team.
  • I have read the full proposal and fully support its content.
  • This student is in good standing in his/her degree program.
  • This student is qualified to conduct the proposed research with my support/mentorship.
  • I agree to supervise the research proposed in this application and provide the necessary mentorship to support the student in executing this project within the proposed timeline.

Dissertation Advisor’s Signature:

Date:

2/8/17 CPBStudent IDEAS Page | 1