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Phone: 301-496-3941
Fax: 301-480-4716
E-mail: Evaluate@mail.nih.gov

NIH Challenge Grants in Health and Science Research (RFA-OD-09-003)

(12) Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education (STEM)

Topics in the table below that are marked with an asterisk (*) have been designated as the Institute, Center or Offices highest priority; however, applicants may apply to any of the topics.

Challenge Topic ID Specific Challenge Topic Contact
12-OD-101* Efficacy of educational approaches toward promoting STEM competencies. Research on efficacy testing of educational pedagogy, tools, and curricula (both classroom and non-classroom approaches) that are targeted at improving student understanding of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts. Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov
12-OD-102 Teacher preparation development programs to support effective STEM teaching. In-service professional development of STEM teachers. Pre-service programs for future STEM teachers. Use of Web technologies to engage and support a diverse array of teachers. Summer research opportunities for teachers in research laboratories. Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov
12-OD-103 Informal Science Education. Museums, radio, TV, film, traveling exhibits, community approaches. Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov
12-OD-104 Innovative approaches to STEM education. New technologies - Web-based simulations, social media, computer/video games, etc. Innovative delivery methods - (e.g., Mobile labs/buses; mobile communications devices). Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov
12-OD-105 Identification of practices that overcome equity issues in STEM learning. Developing and maintaining interest in STEM among girls as they progress through school. Encouraging diversity within the population of students interested in STEM careers. Efficacy and effectiveness of specific approaches (e.g., role models, mentors, tutoring, etc.) that aim to increase diversity in the STEM workforce. Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov
12-OD-106 Engaging Scientists in Science Education. Programs to encourage scientists to become advocates for better science education in their local communities. Programs that assist scientists in translating/communicating research to teachers and students. Programs that provide tools and resources for scientists to increase their effectiveness when they engage with school systems. Programs that seek ways to remove barriers to participation and reward scientists for engaging in K-12 activities. Dr. Bruce Fuchs (OD/OSE)
301-402-5225
fuchsb@mail.nih.gov


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