Transcript Fund Code 165
Creating Successful Proposals
For Curriculum and Technology Projects
Jeff Sun [email protected]
978-251-1600 ext. 204 www.sun-associates.com
www.edtecheval.org
Name and role in district High need district?
Submitting a proposal?
Prior proposal experience?
Proposal Basics Research Basis for Technology Integration Next Steps?
Proposal Organization
Basic Idea and Goal(s) Partners Strategies Outcomes Measures and Processes
Proposal Organizer
Goal Summary Idea Grant Focus Area Partners Impact Population Strategies Evaluation Indicators Outcomes Outcomes Impact Population Strategies Goal Evaluation Reporting Process
Your Proposal
Your idea?
Potential partners?
Desired outcomes?
Hallmarks of a Well-Written Technology Proposal
Clear and documented links to a strategic technology plan Clearly defined teaching and learning goals which build upon
proven practice
The project involves more than one teacher and/or classroom (although focus on one is fine) The project has matching funds and support from other sources A strong evaluation component
Tips for Proposal-Writers
10 Tips for Proposal-Writers
www.sun-associates.com/resources/10tips.html
Read the Request for Proposals!
The RFP should serve as your proposal’s blueprint and virtually the table of contents Organize the proposal in the same order as the sections of the RFP Involve a committee of writers!
Follow the rules, regulations, and/or guidelines Adhere to page limits, budget limitations, IRS rules, deadlines, etc..
Be concise, but don’t leave out important points
The Research Basis
Link technology use to specific key curriculum objectives and initiatives The best time to develop technology applications is during the curriculum review cycle.
For example…
Writing Process Organizational tools -- Inspiration Writing and proofing tools -- Word Collaboration and sharing -- WWW & Email Math Skills and Concepts Problems and Applets http://www.neirtec.org/math/ Data organization and interpretation - Excel http://www.sun-associates.com/mercer/index.html#excel
Projects ( PBL ) and Authenticity WebQuests http://www.sun-associates.com/mercer/october/wq.html
Structured WWW Research Online Simulations Online Peer-Peer Interactions Presentation Tools - PowerPoint http://www.sun-associates.com/mercer/index.html#ppt Anywhere Anytime Access -- Wireless Laptops
Experience, and increasingly research, shows that when embedded in curricular objectives, these technologies improve student learning
Embedding/Integration is the key This means that Technology direction is in the hands of the classroom teacher and students Subject area teachers are trained in the development of units
and
use of the required technology Technology cannot be a “pull-out” activity
Evaluation in NCLB
“The application shall include:… A description of the process and accountability measures that the applicant will use to evaluate the extent to which activities funded under this subpart are effective in integrating technology into curricula and instruction, increasing the ability of teachers to teach, and enabling students to meet challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards.”
NCLB Act, Title II, Part D, Section 2414(11)
One consistent thread in NCLB is evaluation and assessment How can you show that this “intervention” is making a difference?
All funded work must be based in reflection and data-driven decision-making Naturally, this translates to MA 165 and 170 proposals!
Summary
Subject area curriculum drives student technology use/technology integration Teachers need professional development There’s a role for trainers and support specialists Outcomes are measured in terms of student achievement of core curriculum objectives (not “technology objectives”)
Proposal/Project Connections?
Projects that clearly map technology use to state curriculum frameworks Projects that focus on developing teacher/admin skills in using technology for specific curriculum areas
Projects that measure the impact that technology use has on student learning within particular curriculum areas or objectives Projects that use technology to deliver and improve learning within particular curriculum areas Projects that use technology to drive or support educational decision-making
Internet Resources for Funding Information
www.ed.gov/funding.html
The US Department of Education’s on-line grant information resource fdncenter.org/funders/grantmaker/gws_priv/priv1.html
The Foundation Center. An excellent source for information on foundation and private grants www.eschoolnews.com/funding/ eSchool News is an electronic newsletter with information on a wide variety of funding opportunities
Resources
NEIRTEC Tech Briefs http://www.neirtec.org/products/techbriefs/default.asp
Sun Associates online bibliography http://www.sun associates.com/cos/resources/webresources/noframesites.
Next Steps
Gather information Read the RFP Establish your timeline Clarify your idea In conjunction with partners Planning day?
Align resources Revise and edit!
Jeff Sun [email protected]
978-251-1600 ext. 204 www.sun-associates.com
www.edtecheval.org