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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 that advances STEM teaching and learning and improves understanding of education across the human lifespan and a range of formal and informal settings, leveraging AI and emerging technologies.
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Project Summary: Indicate proposal type (Research or Conference), include five keywords describing theory, methodology, STEM content, and stakeholder communities.
Project Description: Must include a separate Broader Impacts section addressing specific goals, outcomes, and allocated resources. Must describe Results from Prior NSF Support.
Address grounding in relevant theories/frameworks; coherence across research questions, design, analysis, and interpretation; rigorous methodologies; how chosen method yields trustworthy findings; and translational process including dissemination plans.
Data Management and Sharing Plan: Describe data, metadata, software, curricula, and documentation generated; show how others can reproduce and validate research.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other eligible entities conducting research and development to advance STEM teaching and learning in K-12 formal and informal settings. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $25,000 - $750,000 (typical). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NSF STEM K-12 is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF), Directorate for STEM Education (EDU), Division of Research on Learning in Formal and Informal Settings (DRL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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The solicitation lists 6 required documents: Project Summary, Project Description with Broader Impacts section, Data Management and Sharing Plan, List of Project Personnel (numbered with name, organization, role), Mentoring Plan (if applicable), and Letters of Collaboration from project partners (if applicable). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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