Request for Online Course
Development Proposals (Due Nov. 16, 2009)
The Technology Assisted Curriculum Center (TACC) is pleased to announce the availability of online course development awards, to be allocated to academic departments or programs. Awards amounts can be up to $20,000 for complete online programs or $5,000 for an individual course.
Eligible Applicants
All colleges, departments, and faculty (including adjuncts, Teaching Assistants, and Teaching Fellows) of the University of Utah are eligible to apply. Graduate Assistants, Teaching Fellows, Non-tenure track and visiting faculty should provide a letter from the Department Chair documenting plans for assuring continuation of the course
Focus on Online Degree and Certificate Programs
Funding priority will focus on proposals from departments or programs leading to a complete collection of courses that would allow a student to earn a degree or certificate online. Proposals to complete such programs should be submitted as a single proposal covering all courses requesting development funding. Secondary funding consideration will go to individual course development proposals.
Use of Funds
Grant funds may be used for release time for instructors, additional compensation for faculty and/or stipends for student assistants involved in preparing online courses under the direction of a faculty member. Funds may also be used for training and development events directly supporting the development of an online course. All expenditures should be justified in the proposal budget.
Required Proposal Approvals
Proposal developers should schedule a consultation with a TACC instructional designer prior to proposal submission. Department Chair and Dean approval are required before a proposal will be considered.
Post Project Obligation
Upon completion of their project, faculty members will be asked to make a public presentation or provide a written report to the TACC.
