SPSSI Action Teaching Grants
Supports SPSSI members in developing or evaluating innovative action teaching projects that engage students with real-world social issues.
Funder: Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: $100–$1,500 per project; up to three awards annually
Summary: Supports SPSSI members in developing, enhancing, or evaluating innovative action teaching resources addressing social issues.
Key Information: Applicants must be SPSSI members (including graduate students); membership can be obtained with application.
Description
This grant provides funding for SPSSI members to create, refine, or assess action teaching projects—such as classroom activities, student assignments, field experiences, or web-based tools—that address pressing social issues. The emphasis is on originality, feasibility, teaching effectiveness, and the potential for meaningful social impact. Applicants are encouraged to detail how their projects will assess both educational and societal outcomes. The program aims to foster innovative teaching approaches that directly engage students with real-world social problems.
