Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Training Programs in The Education Sciences, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B
Department of Education
Posted Aug 6, 2026
Description
<p>NCER training programs prepare individuals to conduct education research that advances knowledge within the field and addresses issues important to education policymakers and practitioners.</p>
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<p>Under this competition, NCER will consider only applications that address one of the following programs: (1) Early Career Development and Mentoring Program for Education Research (Early Career) or (2) Methods Training for Education Research (Methods Training). The <strong>Early Career</strong> program provides support for an integrated research and career development plan for early career investigators at institutions of higher education or non-academic research organizations who are developing education research careers. The <strong>Methods Training</strong> program funds training to help current education researchers, including state and local education agency research staff, maintain and enhance their research and analysis skills in order to conduct rigorous and relevant education research. </p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B.</span></p>
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AI Summary
This grant opportunity funds training programs aimed at enhancing education research skills, specifically through the Early Career Development and Mentoring Program for new researchers or the Methods Training program for current researchers. Eligible applicants include early career investigators at higher education institutions or non-academic research organizations, as well as staff from state and local education agencies involved in education research.
Funding Details
Key Dates
Quick Facts
- CFDA Number
- 84.305
- Funder Type
- Federal Agency
- Grant Level
- FEDERAL
- Last Verified
- Aug 6, 2026
Categories
Geographic Scope
national
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Intelligence
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