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EDU Core Research (ECR: Core) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for STEM Education (EDU). The ECR: Core program supports fundamental research that contributes to the general, explanatory knowledge that underlies STEM education in one or more of three broadly conceived Research Areas: Research on STEM Learning and Learning Environments, Research on Broadening Particip…
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EDU Core Research (ECR:Core) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation EDU Core Research (ECR:Core) Important information for proposers and award recipients All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in the funding opportunity and in the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) and its supplements .
All NSF grants and cooperative agreements are subject to the applicable set of NSF award terms and conditions . NSF has updated its research security policies for NSF funded projects. Supports research on STEM education in one or more of three research areas: STEM learning and learning environments, broadening participation in STEM, and STEM workforce development.
Supports research on STEM education in one or more of three research areas: STEM learning and learning environments, broadening participation in STEM, and STEM workforce development.
The EDU Core Research (ECR) program offers this ECR:Core solicitation and invites proposals for fundamental research (curiosity-driven basic research and use-inspired basic research) that contributes to the general, explanatory knowledge that underlies STEM education in one or more of the three broadly conceived Research Areas: Research on STEM Learning and Learning Environments , Research on Broadening Participation in STEM fields , and Research on STEM Workforce Development .
Within this framework, the ECR program supports a wide range of fundamental STEM education research activities, aimed at learners of all groups and ages in formal and informal settings. Fundamental research generates knowledge and understanding with the potential for broad relevance.
The potential implications of ECR fundamental research for improving STEM education practice may be indirect and long-term rather than direct and immediate. Moreover, whether they include basic or use-inspired basic research, all successful ECR:Core proposals focus on the advancement or refinement of foundational knowledge for STEM education.
The amount of funding and duration requested in proposals submitted to the ECR:Core solicitation should align with the maturity of the proposed work and the size and scope of the empirical effort.
The solicitation has three levels of funding with a range of budget sizes, and proposals may request a duration of 3 to 5 years for any level: (1) Level I proposals may request up to $500,000; (2) Level II proposals may request up to $1,500,000; (3) Level III proposals may request up to $2,500,000. All proposals should justify the level of funding and duration in the project description.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Investigators who are new to STEM education research are eligible to submit 'Investigators New to STEM Education Research' proposals. The program accepts other types of proposals as well. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for EDU Core Research (ECR: Core) are due September 10, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
EDU Core Research (ECR: Core) is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for STEM Education (EDU). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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EDU Core Research (ECR:Core) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for STEM Education (EDU). This program supports fundamental, applied, and translational research that advances STEM education in formal and informal K-12 settings. Proposals may address any STEM field(s) and are encouraged to incorporate AI and emerging technologies to study and enhance STEM teaching and learning.
NSF STEM K-12 is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for STEM Education (EDU), Division of Research on Learning in Formal and Informal Settings (DRL). This program supports fundamental, applied, and translational research to advance STEM teaching and learning in K-12 settings, including leveraging AI and emerging technologies. It encourages innovative, multidisciplinary, and potentially transformative projects that build theory, generate new knowledge, and inform education practices.
Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program (Stepping-up Technology Implementation competition) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for students with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities of value in the classroom for students with disabilities; providing captioning and video description; and ens…
The Robotics Grant Program is a grant from the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) that funds school-based robotics programs for elementary, middle, and high school students. Awarded through a competitive application process, the program provides up to $3,500 to eligible local education agencies (LEAs) in Alabama. Applicants must be public school systems submitting on behalf of schools with K–12 students. The grant supports the purchase of robotics equipment and program development aligned with AMSTI guidelines. Applications are submitted online through the AMSTI Robotics Grant portal. The Fiscal Year 2026 application deadline was September 30, 2025. Questions should be directed to robotics@amsti.org. The program is managed by the Alabama State Department of Education under State Superintendent Eric G. Mackey.
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