NSF Solicitation: Discovery Research PreK-12 (DRK-12)
The Discovery Research PreK-12 program (DRK-12) seeks to significantly enhance the learning and teaching of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computer science (STEM) by preK-12 students and teachers, through research and development of STEM education innovations and approaches. Projects in the DRK-12 program build on fundamental research in STEM education and prior research and development efforts that provide theoretical and empirical justification for proposed projects. Projects should result in research-informed and field-tested outcomes and products that inform teaching and learning. Teachers and students who participate in DRK-12 studies are expected to enhance their understanding and use of STEM content, practices and skills.
Opportunity URL: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17584/nsf17584.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click
Grant Opportunity
Qualifications
The National Science Foundation (NSF) welcomes proposals on behalf of all qualified scientists, engineers and educators. The Foundation strongly encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to participate fully in its programs.
Scientists, engineers and educators usually initiate proposals that are officially submitted by their employing organization. Graduate students are not encouraged to submit research proposals, but should arrange to serve as research assistants to faculty members.