LDDI helps faculty with their applications for Continuous Learning Advancement Fund (CLAF) projects. We provide consultation regarding:
- Pedagogy: Course design, assessment of learning, active learning, evidence-based teaching practices;
- Evaluation: Project evaluation plan, identifying the best method(s) to collect evidence, collecting and analyzing data to determine your project’s impact(s);
- Learning Technology: Learning technology integration, development, learning analytics;
- Media: Media design and development, graphic design: DIY, emerging media;
- Project: Project planning and budget development for CLAF projects.
If you are submitting a CLAF application, LDDI Learning Designers are available to work with you on the Letter of Intent (LOI) submission and full proposal feedback. Book 1-on-1 consultation with a Learning Designer to access feedback and support.
For more information on CLAF, please visit the Continuous Learning Advancement Fund website.
Schedule and Key Dates 2025
Stage 1
A call for letters of intent (LOIs) that capture and describe the essence of the proposal concept and area, is broadcast. A small committee comprising Office of the Provost leadership, online learning practitioners and support staff adjudicates the LOIs. Project teams may be invited to discuss their LOI with the adjudication team to address any questions.
Submission deadline for letters of intent (LOI):
- May 8, 2025 at 11:59 pm PT
Stage 2
Proponents of successful LOIs are invited to work with support staff in Extended Learning, and, where applicable, unit, department, school or Faculty learning support teams. Over the spring and summer, representatives work together to develop full proposals that include a market assessment, work plan and budget.
Successful proposals begin development following the adjudication committee’s announcement of funded proposals.
Submission deadline for full project proposals:
- July 24, 2025 at 11:59 pm PT
To arrange an internal review of your draft proposal before final submission contact Dr. Natasha Boškić or regarding PDCE support contact Vanessa Smith.