Distance Education Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas
ID: 351779Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)

Award Range

$20K - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Agriculture

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351779

Additional Information

https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/distance-education-grants-institutions-higher-education-insular-areas
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    Description

    The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is offering the Distance Education Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas, aimed at enhancing educational capacity in food and agricultural sciences through distance learning technology. Eligible applicants include accredited public or non-profit institutions of higher education located in insular areas such as American Samoa, Puerto Rico, and Guam, with a focus on developing innovative curriculum and teaching methods that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. This program represents a significant federal investment, with approximately $800,000 available for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, and applications are due by March 20, 2024. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NIFA Support at grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov.

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    FY24-DEG-RFA-P.pdf
    The Distance Education Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas (DEG) aims to enhance education in food and agricultural sciences through distance learning technology. For fiscal years 2024 and 2025, approximately $800,000 is available, with application deadlines on March 20, 2024, and February 6, 2025. Eligible institutions include accredited non-profit colleges located in insular areas like American Samoa and Puerto Rico. The program emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, encouraging submissions from underserved communities. Project proposals should focus on developing curriculum, educational materials, innovative teaching methods, and collaborative educational efforts, showcasing measurable outcomes. Additionally, funding is limited to educational teaching projects and excludes funding for building construction or renovations. Ethical conduct and a focus on enhancing the educational quality are key criteria in the evaluation process. The outcome aims to foster a well-prepared agricultural workforce capable of addressing contemporary challenges. Overall, the program represents a significant federal investment in advancing distance education among institutions in insular areas, aligning with broader USDA strategic goals.
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