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With regards,
Jayson Seaman, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Kinesiology, Outdoor Education Option
UNH NH Hall 205C
124 Main St.
Durham, NH 03824
603-862-1162
On the web: http://www.shhs.unh.edu/kin_oe/
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From: Alan Reid <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:12:33 +0000
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: AERA Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop
Dear SIG member, please note the following, and pass on to any
applicant who might benefit from the workshop. If you'd like to find
out more about mentoring support, please contact the Director. Best
wishes, Alan Reid
Dear SIG Chair:
I am seeking your assistance identifying potential candidates for the
American Educational Research Association (AERA) Undergraduate Student
Education Research Training Workshop. Offered during the 2009 AERA
Annual Meeting in San Diego, this workshop is intended to increase the
talent pool of undergraduate students who plan to pursue doctorate
degrees in education research or in disciplines and fields that
examine education issues. The workshop will focus on applying to
graduate school, pursuing graduate education, and education research
as a field. Awardees will be provided with mentoring support from
senior and early career scholars.
Below is the call for applications and the description of the
workshop. Thank you in advance for sharing this information. Contact
AERA at [log in to unmask] with any questions. The application
deadline is February 20, 2009.
Best regards,
George L. Wimberly,
AERA, Director of Social Justice and Professional Development
AERA Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop
2009 AERA Annual Meeting, San Diego
Monday, April 13Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Call for Applications
Deadline February 20, 2009
The American Educational Research Association invites fellowship
applications for an Undergraduate Student Education Research Training
Workshop to be held at the 2009 Annual Meeting in San Diego. This
workshop is designed to build the talent pool of undergraduate
students who plan to pursue doctorate degrees in education research or
in disciplines and fields that examine education issues. Applicants
are sought who have potential and interest in pursuing careers as
education researchers, faculty members, or other professionals who
contribute to the research field.
The workshop, led by junior and senior scholars, will give fellows an
overview of how education research is designed across fields, how
quantitative and qualitative research methods are used in studies, and
how research is applied to education policy and practice. Senior
researchers and faculty from both academic institutions and applied
research organizations (i.e., ACT, the American Institutes for
Research, Educational Testing Service, the College Board, and the
Urban Institute) will introduce education research as a field and
share their area of expertise and knowledge with the fellows. Workshop
activities will also focus on exploring graduate education, applying
to graduate school, and beginning a career in education research.
Fellows will be paired with a faculty member and a graduate student
who will serve as program mentors. In addition to attending the
workshop, fellows will attend preselected paper sessions and
presentations during the AERA Annual Meeting.
Dates: Monday, April 13Wednesday, April 15, AERA 2009 Annual Meeting,
San Diego
Award: Fellows will participate in the Undergraduate Student Education
Research Training Workshop during the AERA 2009 Annual Meeting in San
Diego. They will also have the benefit of a distinguished mentor as
part of the award. The award includes conference registration and two
nights of lodging. The fellows and/or their home institutions are
responsible for transportation costs to San Diego.
Eligibility: Candidates may come from a broad range of fields across
the arts and sciences. Underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities
and women are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be
Students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year of college in good
academic standing.
Interested in pursuing a graduate or professional degree that can lend
itself to education research areas such as children and youth, school
and schooling issues, higher education, education policy, student
achievement, curriculum and instruction, education psychology, or
education leadership.
U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Application Requirements:
Complete on-line application at www.aera.net
Official college transcript from current institution.
Letter of recommendation and evaluation form from a faculty member who
is familiar with your academic ability and potential.
Resume which includes any educational background, training, jobs,
activities, honors, and other academic achievements. Include
information on any research experiences you may have had.
Personal Statement
In one statement of no more than 500 words (double spaced) the
applicant should address the following:
1. How are your course work, extra-curricular activities,
leadership roles, work experiences, and/or other academic and life
experiences preparing you to pursue a graduate or professional degree?
2. What are your education research interests and what are you
doing to help further develop these interests and enhance your
research and writing skills?
Applications: AERA will accept applications via the online application
system www.aera.net. Applications will be reviewed by a selection
committee of senior scholars and researchers. All materials must be
received by 11:59pm on February 20, 2009. Official transcripts and
letter of recommendation and evaluation form must be mailed to:
AERA Fellowships Office
1430 K St. NW
Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20005
About AERA: AERA, founded in 1916, is concerned with improving the
educational process by encouraging scholarly inquiry related to
education and evaluation and by promoting the dissemination and
practical application of research results. AERA shares the products of
scholarly research with peers, future educational researchers,
practitioners, policymakers, and the public through its annual
meeting, publications, and professional development activities.
Direct all questions to George Wimberly, Director of Social Justice
and Professional Development, at 202-238-3200 [log in to unmask]
An American Educational Research Association List
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