Do your colleagues come to you for advice on exciting ways to integrate new technology into their classrooms? Have parents or administrators complimented your innovative use of technology? Would you like to be a part of a group of educators that share ideas about using technology with Indiana K-12 students in the state of Indiana – and get compensated for it? If so, we want to encourage you to apply for the Jacobs Educator Award for 2024-2025!
Each year outstanding teachers from across Indiana who are at the cutting edge of integrating technology in K-12 classrooms are encouraged to apply for the IU JACOBS EDUCATOR award. This year, the Jacobs Educators award will focus on educators in the state of Indiana and will showcase their expertise in the integration of new and exciting technology into their classroom contexts. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of programming, modeling tools, AI, Augmented or Virtual reality, games, simulation, and whatever else you feel helps leverage technology to provide unique opportunities for learners. This year, award winners will come together for two virtual panel discussions in the Spring to share their strategies and stories from their own classrooms, and offer advice to both teachers and researchers. Award recipients will receive $2000.
To apply for this award, please fill out this form with your personal information, teaching background, and a sample module or module description that showcases your ability to integrate technology into your instruction. While we encourage K-12 teachers to apply, technology coaches and those working with K-12 teachers will also be considered. Applications will be due December 15, 2024 at 11:59pm Eastern Standard Time. All questions can be submitted using this form.
Applications will be reviewed by the Jacobs Educator Advisory Board to identify 7 recipients by January 15, 2025. Applications will be reviewed based on the applicant’s demonstration of expertise in technology integration within an eLearning platform, use of various technology tools, and engaging eLearning content aligned with the Indiana Academic State Standards (see evaluation criteria rubric below).
Evaluation Criteria
| Criteria | Rating on a scale of 1-4 (4 completely describes, 0 does not describe at all) | Comments |
| Is there a clear learning objective? | ||
| Is it clear, organized, concise, and focused on objectives? | ||
| Does it utilize technology tools? | ||
| Is the technology used to make the lesson more effective, engaging, efficient, and/or enhanced? |
Timeline
December 15, 2024: Applications Due for Jacobs Teachers
January 15, 2024: Award Winners Receive Notice
January 30, 2024: Panels will be scheduled