We expect initial funding to last for one to two years, depending on the scope of the project; your timeline should specify how long it will take to implement your plans. After your funding period expires, you will be eligible to re-apply, especially if you have demonstrated success and are ready to grow the project.

No, but of course, we hope that you will want to inform key stakeholders on your campus about your application.

CUNY Advance expects to contact shortlisted finalists in April. We will ask finalists for a more detailed work plan, and possibly to give a brief presentation or have an interview.

We expect to announce awardees by the end of the spring semester. 

Applications will be evaluated in five main categories:

• Innovation: does this project represent a forward-thinking approach to its proposed project? Does it make positive impacts in pedagogy, student success or experience, or another critical area?
• Student Success: how does this project impact CUNY students?
• Research Impact: what contributions might this project make to its field?
• Replicability/scalability: is it likely that the methodology, results, or product of this project could grow beyond its initial pilot to other departments, campuses, or offices?
  • For projects at the Greenhouse or Scale-up level, the project narrative should illustrate the success of the pilot, and a coherent vision and method for expanding the project.
• Viability: is the budget request feasible, and does it match the scope of the project?

Applications will initially be vetted by a committee of CUNY faculty and administrators who have specific expertise in academic technology. Volunteers for this committee were recruited from CUNY Advance’s initial two pilot projects, via our working group, and  from the Committee on Academic Technology.

Shortlisted applications will be reviewed by a subcommittee of the Council of Presidents and a working group of CUNY academic technologists. The Executive Vice Chancellor and COO of CUNY, as well as the Vice Chancellor for Budget and Finance, will review finalists.

Applicants are responsible for obtaining all necessary permissions for release/reassigned time from their department and/or campus. CUNY Advance will follow workload limits established by collective bargaining.

Because one focus of CUNY Advance is promoting student success, we do not wish to take teachers out of the classroom more than is truly necessary. Keep in mind that you will have ITF support (and other management support depending on needs). You may also request summer salary.

We expect projects to start in Summer or Fall 2015.

Applications will be evaluated in five main categories:

• Innovation: does this project represent a forward-thinking approach to its proposed project? Does it make positive impacts in pedagogy, student success or experience, or another critical area?
• Student Success: how does this project impact CUNY students?
• Research Impact: what contributions might this project make to its field?
• Replicability/scalability: is it likely that the methodology, results, or product of this project could grow beyond its initial pilot to other departments, campuses, or offices?
  • For projects at the Greenhouse or Scale-up level, the project narrative should illustrate the success of the pilot, and a coherent vision and method for expanding the project.
• Viability: is the budget request feasible, and does it match the scope of the project?

CUNY Advance expects to contact shortlisted finalists in April. We will ask finalists for a more detailed work plan, and possibly to give a brief presentation or have an interview.

We expect to announce awardees by the end of the spring semester. 

CUNY’s standard IP agreement will be in place. (http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/la/intellectual_property_9.20.11.pdf)

We do expect that the work product resulting from this funding, such as data sets, articles etc., be made available as Open Access materials to the extent practicable.  For more information about Open Access options please contact Megan Wacha, CUNY’s Scholarly Communications Librarian:  [email protected].

The proposing party will be responsible for obtaining any IRB permissions applicable to the project.  CUNY Advance is not responsible for IRB.

Instructional Technology Fellows (ITFs) are CUNY doctoral candidates and/or post-docs from a wide range of disciplines who have expertise in pedagogical applications of technology. ITFs typically work one-on-one with faculty members to articulate goals and integrate digital projects, train faculty and students in using tools, and promote a culture of innovation on campuses.  An ITF’s total workload is 15 hours per week, typically divided between cohort tasks (such as professional development workshops) and direct project support. ITFs are selected by a competitive application process overseen by leading thinkers on academic technology at CUNY.

While ITFs do have expertise in various technologies, if your project requires specific technical support and skills–such as advanced coding skills–you should include that information in your application and budget as consultant work.

Applicants who are awarded support can expect:

• Support from an ITF or group of ITFs, in accordance with the project’s needs. An ITF can typically provide 5-10 hours of support per week.
• Regular contact with a supportive community of colleagues.
• Regular progress reviews with CUNY Advance.
• Project management support from CUNY Advance.
• Project assessment support from CUNY Advance.
• Liaison and facilitation services with CUNY central budgeting, legal and purchasing.

If CUNY Advance supports your project, you will be expected to:

• Work with an ITF.
• Communicate and work with the project management team as needed.
• Devise appropriate assessment measures (in consultation with CUNY Advance).
• Be a part of a community of colleagues–participate  in CUNY Advance meetings, workshops, and an annual symposium.
• Negotiate a detailed work plan with CUNY Advance prior to beginning work.
• Provide regular progress reports to CUNY Advance.

We expect initial funding to last for one to two years, depending on the scope of the project; your timeline should specify how long it will take to implement your plans. After your funding period expires, you will be eligible to re-apply, especially if you have demonstrated success and are ready to grow the project.

CUNY Advance is funded by the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and COO.

No, but of course, we hope that you will want to inform key stakeholders on your campus about your application.

Budget information in proposals should include: requested reassigned time (or equivalent), project team needs, product development costs, equipment, training/implementation costs, and any other necessary expenditures specific to your proposal. Funding types will be determined based on individual needs and timelines. Allocations will be coordinated by CUNY Advance.

Expecting proposals for projects that have different needs, our philosophy is to fund according to relevance and potential, rather than specifying a set cash amount for the award.

Much of the support CUNY Advance provides will come in the form of support and/or in-kind services, including work with Instructional Technology Fellows (ITFs), project managers, and assessment and instructional design consultation. Take this into account when preparing your budget. Some Startup projects may be well served by ITF support alone.

For projects that require funding beyond release time, support and management services, in many cases CUNY Advance can directly facilitate purchases. Necessary cash funding will be offered on a case-by-case basis. Total budgets (inclusive of release time and ITF support) might range up to $25,000 at the Startup level, $50,000 at the Greenhouse level, and $150,000 for Scale-up projects. These figures are offered as guidelines only, not as pre-determined award levels. 

Because needs can vary so widely, we will evaluate each proposal based on its merits. If the viability of your proposed project depends on certain kinds or levels of funding, feel free to specify that in your proposal.

Applicants are responsible for obtaining all necessary permissions for release/reassigned time from their department and/or campus. CUNY Advance will follow workload limits established by collective bargaining.

Because one focus of CUNY Advance is promoting student success, we do not wish to take teachers out of the classroom more than is truly necessary. Keep in mind that you will have ITF support (and other management support depending on needs). You may also request summer salary.