To encourage explorations on innovative teaching and evidence-based research on teaching and learning at DKU, CTL provides Jump Starts Grants for short-term projects that have the potential to be scaled up in the future for other sources of funding.

Participants / Eligibility

• Full-time DKU instructors

Commitment and Deliverables

• Attend discussions at the beginning and mid-point of the project facilitated by CTL

• Submit a project report, including data collected and personal reflections on what works, what does not work, and future implications

• Share results or findings through CTL communication channels, events (workshops, T&L at Lunch sessions, showcase), or other platforms to inspire innovation in teaching practices.

Evaluation of applications

Grant applications will be evaluated based on feasibility within a short time frame; potential pedagogical impact on student learning; extent to which the project will enhance inclusion, equity, or accessibility in the student learning experiences; level of innovation; alignment with university goals; scalability; and other factors.