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Research Spotlight: Avery Closser

Q & A with Avery Closser, Ph. D., Assistant Professor in the School Teaching and Learning

What research are you currently working on?

 

I am currently leading an IES-funded project to examine whether and how subtle aesthetic changes to math problems (e.g., font colors, symbol spacing, symbol arrangement) can scaffold learning for elementary students in online activities. Our project team is designing two online experiments in an online tutoring system to examine the effects of perceptual scaffolding—subtle aesthetic features that highlight key information in math problems—on students’ performance and learning in online activities.

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Grant Writing Resources

Dear Colleagues, the Office of Educational Research has compiled a list of grant writing resources to support your efforts in securing funding. These resources include helpful tools, guidelines, workshops, and webinars to guide you through the grant writing process.

 

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National Science Foundation Virtual Grants Conference

Registration is now open for the 2024 Fall NSF Grants Conference, held December 9-12, 2024. The conference is designed to help researchers, faculty, and administrators navigate NSF funding opportunities, policies, and best practices for grant applications. Topics include proposal preparation, funding mechanisms, compliance, and NSF priorities like diversity, equity, and interdisciplinary research. Participants can engage with NSF program officers, attend sessions, and network with peers. For more details and updates, visit the conference’s official website.

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National Institute of Health Webinar: AI Tools

The Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) Educational Webinar introduces educators to practical uses of AI tools to enhance course design and improve learning. The webinar will be held on December 4, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM. The session will explore real applications for AI in education, such as generating quiz questions, creating assignments, organizing lesson plans, and improving grading efficiency. Merriman, with her background in neuroscience and a focus on accessible STEM education, will share insights on using AI to enrich teaching practices and support faculty development. For more information, and to register, visit the NIH event page.

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