COURSE GOALS: The aims of this course will be to write a grant that has a chance, pure and simple. Independent of the funding agency, all proposals have key elements up one which they are assessed. We will identify these, use them to assess grants of others, and ultimately craft a document that could be submitted to a funding agency as a graduate or postdoctoral fellowship. By taking this course it is assumed that you are coming with and idea to package into a proposal.

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EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Gain an understanding of your funding options.
2. Place your "idea" within the context of fundability.
3. Gain an understanding of grant scoring criterion.
4. Gain an understanding of proposal organization.
5. Enhance you writing and reviewing skills.

CLASS CONDUCT: It is expected that you familiarize yourself with the relevant reading material before class and participate.

COURSE GRADING POLICY: Your course grade will be based upon the percentage of points scored over total points available. There will be 100 total point's available broken down as follows:

• 70 points for submitting (to the class) a complete proposal.
• 15 points for carefully reviewing someone elses proposal.
• 15 points for class participation (this includes attendance).

All final grades for the course will be broken down as follows:

• A = 90% or above
• B = 80% to 89%
• C = 70% to 79%
• D = 60% to 69%
• F = 59% or below.

* This grading scheme will be strictly followed!
**There is no extra credit!

Social Justice Statement:

West Virginia University is committed to social justice. I concur with that commitment and expect to maintain a positive learning environment based on upon open communication, mutual respect, and non-discrimination. Our University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, color, or national origin. Any suggestions as to how to further such a positive and open environment in this class will be appreciated and given serious consideration.

If you are a person with a disability and anticipate needing any type of accommodation in order to participate in this class, please advise me and make appropriate arrangements with Disability Services (293-6700).

Emergency Evacuation Plan: Please review and be prepared to follow evacuation plans outlined in this document in the event of an emergency.