The Jane and Ron Graham Centre for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) is dedicated to building capacity for SoTL research in the University of Saskatchewan. The Centre recognizes the necessity of providing faculty with the support to develop and prepare high quality SoTL research proposals.
- The SoTL Flicker Grant is for masters and doctoral students interested in preparing high quality SoTL research proposals.
- The SoTL Spark Grant is for faculty new to SoTL research.
- The SoTL Ignite Grant is for faculty who have participated in and disseminated previous SoTL research.
- The SoTL Flare Grant is a NEW grant for SoTL research within a College or School, to be lead by tenure track faculty.
SoTL Flicker Grant
The SoTL Flicker grant offers financial assistance to master's and doctoral students seeing to incorporate teaching and learning aspects into their graduate studies. This grant provides an exceptional opportunity for students to enhance their research skills in the realm of teaching and learning. The support from the Jane and Ron Graham Centre for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning is invaluable in assisting students in crafting high-quality SoTL research proposals that have the potential to make a tangible impact in the field of teaching and learning.
Throughout the grant period, student recipients will embark on a journey aimed at developing a robust SoTL research proposal, securing ethics approval, conducting the research, and formulating a comprehensive dissemination plan.
Value of Award: $2,500 for two years
Number of Awards: 4
Application Deadline: March 1 (if this is a weekend, it will be extended to the next business day)
The application deadline for 2025 has been extended to March 8.
Review the SoTL Grant Handbook for eligibility and application requirements.
SoTL Spark Grant
The SoTL Spark grant provides a valuable platform for faculty members to begin engaging in their first Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) research project. During the initial year, faculty will work one-on-one with the Director of the Graham Centre for SoTL to develop their SoTL research proposals, obtain necessary ethics approvals, and to craft a dissemination plan. In the subsequent year, faculty members will immerse themselves in the research process, encompassing data collection and analysis (with continued support from the Director), all with the ultimate aim of sharing their discoveries with the wider educational community.
The financial support offered by the SoTL Spark grant will primarily cover essential expenses related to attending the Mount Royal SoTL Symposium in Banff, which takes place annually in November. The purpose of participating in this conference is to gain familiarity with the SoTL landscape, connect with fellow SoTL researchers, and initiate knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the dissemination of valuable SoTL research findings. Any remaining funds may be directed towards supporting your research project, such as hiring a graduate student researcher. Upon the completion of your project, you are expected to present your findings at the SoTL Shine Summit, which occurs during the second week of May each year in Saskatoon.
Value of Award: $5,000 for two years
Number of Awards: 3
Application Deadline: March 1 (if this is a weekend, it will be extended to the next business day)
The application deadline for 2025 has been extended to March 8.
Review the SoTL Grant Handbook for eligibility and application requirements.
SoTL Ignite Grant
The SoTL Ignite grants are designed to provide support to faculty members with a demonstrated track record in Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) research. An experienced SoTL researcher is defined as an individual who has previously served as Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator on a successful grant, leading to at least one peer-reviewed publication or conference presentation. These grants are open to all faculty members at the University of Saskatchewan, including sessional faculty who are eligible to apply if a full-time member serves as the Primary Investigor (PI).
We strongly encourage applicants seeking a SoTL Ignite grant to explore collaborative opportunities by connecting with a partner within or between different colleges at the Univesrsity of Saskatchewan. Collaborative endeavors can enhance the quality and impact of SoTL research, fostering innovation and cross-disciplinary insights.
Award Value: $10,000 over two years
Number of Awards: 3
Application Deadline: March 1 (if this is a weekend, it will be extended to the next business day)
The application deadline for 2025 has been extended to March 8.
Review the SoTL Grant Handbook for eligibility and application requirements.
NEW SoTL Flare Grant
The SoTL Flare Grant, inspired by the principles of the Jane and Ron Graham SoTL Centre, aims to support innovative Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects at the University of Saskatchewan (USask). This grant, valued at $25,000, is designed to foster collaborative research among faculty members within a specific College or School at USask, addressing a significant teaching challenge unique to their discipline. Projects must focus on solving a significant teaching and learning challenge specific to the applicant's College or School. We recommend limiting the application to 5-6 faculty members to ensure the grant remains manageable. Additionally, we strongly encourage the inclusion of both undergraduate and graduate students in the application, aligning with the Students as Partners initiative and enhancing capacity in teaching and learning research.
Award value: $25,000 over two yearsNumber of Awards: 1
Application Deadline: March 1 (if this is a weekend, it will be extended to the next business day)
The application deadline for 2025 has been extended to March 8.
Review the SoTL Grant Handbook for eligibility and application requirements.