The British Ecological Society now offers Pedagogical Research grants to those involved in education to ensure that ecological education continues to be inspiring, innovative, and relevant to learners. Applications are open twice a year in January (close in March) and July (close in September).
The grants will provide up to £5k towards research into evidence-based teaching and learning practices which improve learners’ experience while promoting excellence in teaching.
By funding research on education methods within ecology, the aim is to develop evidence to inform teaching and learning practices that improve the student experience. Recognising and supporting educational research will also promote excellence in teaching and encourage those not currently involved in educational research to engage.
The projects awarded should aim to do one or more of the following:
- Provide evidence-based examples of innovative and effective practice in learning and teaching
- Systematically review existing practices to produce evidence-informed recommendations
- Explore emerging areas of education research to identify future needs/practices
- Disseminate best practices in teaching and learning to other practitioners
Further information available here: https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/funding/pedagogical-research-and-development-grants/
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