Jump Start Grant
Program is for exploratory uses of a technology, or creation of a proof-off-concept to seek further funding later.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Application form begins here.
Questions? Contact CIT.
Purpose:
To allow implementation of an activity/ies in a course, development of a “proof-of-concept,” or exploration of a new tool, specialized hardware device, or software to determine usefulness in teaching.
- Virtual tabernacle and temple experience, Anathea Portier-Young, Assistant Professor of Old Testament, Duke Divinity School. CIT paid for development of a virtual model of an important Old Testament site in the DiVE.
- Data collection using PDAs, Laura Richman, Assistant Research Professor, Psychology and Neuroscience, Arts and Sciences. Dr. Richman used hand held devices to allow students to collect data in her research methods course in social psychology.
- Textbook for Multivariable Calculus: Using Majors to Create Challenging Exercises for Underclassmen, Clark B Bray, Lecturer and Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies, Mathematics, Arts & Sciences. The goal of this project was to create several sections of an online open-access textbook for Multivariate Calculus.
Available to:
Full time Duke faculty
Grant resources (what can the grant provide?):
- Planning/consulting from a CIT consultant
- Monetary award deposited in a Duke account, to cover project expenses
- CIT student assistant time (20 hrs. maximum)
Grant requirements:
- Faculty member is expected to do any development work or manage it (exact details would be outlined in the grant acceptance letter),
- Access to a Duke account to which the grant funding can be deposited
- Participation in grant project evaluation and communication activities
Application deadlines:
Applications can be submitted anytime, but will be reviewed beginning at the start of each month. Application reviews can take up to 4 work weeks, and work can be begin as staff are available in CIT. CIT can not guarantee a particular start time for grant work, but in general, the longer lead-time on applications, the better.
Award:
- Typical monetary award is $2,500 or less
- CIT consulting is typically 2 hrs/week or less
- CIT student time is 20 hrs or less total
Other notes:
Faculty may receive only one Jump Start Grant per academic year (July 1, 2007 – June 30, 2008)
Evaluation of applications:
Grant applications will be judged based on feasibility, potential pedagogical impact, fit with department and university strategic goals, scalability, and other factors.
Application:
Please fill out the application form to complete the application process. Applications will not be reviewed until all required portions have been received. Please contact CIT if you have questions.
