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Session 2: Finding a solution for your pedagogical pe t peeve. Becky Bowers-Lanier, EdD , MSN, RN Bowerslanier@gmail.com. This session’s outcomes. Describe components of problem identification . Discuss the utility of a concept paper in refining problem statement .
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Session 2: Finding a solution for your pedagogical pet peeve Becky Bowers-Lanier, EdD, MSN, RN Bowerslanier@gmail.com
This session’s outcomes • Describe components of problem identification. • Discuss the utility of a concept paper in refining problem statement. • Discuss success tips for finding a grant-maker.
Problem identification • Do you have an educational pet peeve? • Is it just you or do others share your pet peeve? • What would it look like if this pet peeve were ameliorated/solved/eliminated? • How do you get to your preferred state? • Review the literature? • Talk with others? • Do a needs assessment?
Refine the problem: write a concept paper • Introduction • Background/context • Set the problem within the context • Problem statement • Causes • Target population • Need for resolution • Literature review • Major work in the area • Tested/tried solutions • Resolution strategies • Steps to take • Timeline • Responsible persons • Outcome evaluation • Measurement of effectiveness
Searching for money The search • Know your organizational gatekeeper • Talk with other grantees • Meet local grantmakers • Go bigger: state and feds and/or private national foundations Pointers • Attend workshops • Read successful proposals • Submit your concept paper • Talk with “them”