August 2013

AERA invites proposals for Education Research Service Projects (ERSP), an initiative designed to encourage education researchers to offer their pro bono expertise to educational organizations, institutions, or other community groups in areas where research can make a difference. The program seeks to connect research with education needs in local communities and to engender a culture of service.

ERSP projects aim to address the research needs of educational entities at any level of education and in formal or informal contexts of learning. Projects may be situated in one or more locales, including outside the United States, as long as the issue can be addressed through research or technical research expertise and can be feasibly done within the parameters of this initiative.

AERA expects that funded projects will be conducted within one year. Grants will range from $1,000 to $5,000 and can be used only to cover direct costs associated with the project. Researchers are expected to volunteer their time and expertise for this research service activity.

The deadline for submission of ESRP proposals is December 2, 2013. The Call and Guidelines for submission are available on the AERA website at AERA ERSP.