At a glance
Moderate Complexity
The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science grant is designed to provide K-14 educators with hands-on summer research experiences. This program aims to build partnerships between schools, universities, and industry to enhance teachers' knowledge in engineering and computer science, which they can then bring back to their classrooms. It also helps university faculty understand more about K-14 education environments.
Who it's for: This grant is for K-14 educators, which includes teachers from kindergarten through community college. It's also for universities, community colleges, school districts, and industry partners interested in collaborating to improve education in engineering and computer science.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applicants not involved in K-14 education
- Lack of partnership with a university or industry
- Proposals not focused on engineering or computer science
- Incomplete application submission
- Failure to meet the deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Partnership agreements with universities or industry
- Budget plan
- Curriculum vitae for key personnel
- Letters of support from participating institutions
- Evidence of previous educational collaborations
- Plan for integrating research experiences into classroom activities
- Registration with the National Science Foundation
Cautions
- Ensure all partnerships are clearly defined and documented