Role of Data
Proposal Writing
Common Weaknesses
Evaluation
Sources and Tips
100

When trying to make an argument do you want the reader to feel overwhelmed with data?  Yes or no

no lol

100

True/False. When writing a proposal one should include who benefits from the program and how.

True

100

True or False: A listed common weakness found when finding funds is that the topic was seen was way too important.

False - A common weakness found when finding funds is that the topic was seen as unimportant

100

True or False. 25% of your budget should be allocated for evaluation.

False (10%)

100

What is an act of providing financial resources usually in the form of money or values such as effort or time?

Funding

200

Should the data provide solid evidence when you are making your argument/ arguments? Yes or no

yes lol

200

True/False. When writing a proposal one should include how the funding will address your OWN personal needs

False

200

 __________ for the project was not valid.

Rational

200

Whose questions should be considered in regards to evaluation

The Funder

200

Social Science funding relies on strong advocacy and strong _______  to increase the value of research with the public?

Communication

300

You want to make sure you are finding data that is ________ and ____________ ?

attention-getting and credible

300

True/ False. Present the least relevant and dull information.

False

300

 Is it a good idea to use biased language?

Duh!.. j/k .. NO!

300

Clearly indicate your _____ to determine how successfully the project meets its objectives.

Criteria

300

What covers any funding for scientific research, in the areas of both "hard" science and technology and social science?

Research Funding

400

ou want to try and avoid overwhelming the reader including too many _____ and ______?

facts and statistics

400

 When you find a potential funding fit, review all materials carefully, noting page requirements, deadlines, procedures, and specific ___________.

Instructions

400

What should you avoid when developing a persuasive argument?

Outdated & Controversial sources of evidence

400

Link ________ to the ________

Evaluation questions  - Program goals

400

Can you tell me 3 of the 6 funding sources? (Hint:Explained in 3rd slide)

Government, Family, private, corporate foundations, churches, organizations

500

Do we love Ponazzo , true or false ?

false lol jk truuuu

500

Structure your proposal so that it mirrors the request as closely as possible and clearly demonstrates alignment between your project ______ and the funder’s ______.

Needs and Mission

500

What color was Charlie Brown’s shirt?

Orange ( yellow or tan can be accepted as well)

500

Name 3 things that should be described in your evaluation plan.

Purpose, questions, target population, data collection, methods and analysis, anticipated problems and solutions, and timeline and staffing

500

As you may know funding is a competitive process, which potential research projects are evaluated and only most promising. Can you tell me who runs the process?  (Hint: Administration, Walt Disney, Boy’s & Girl’s Club)

Government, Corporations, Foundations

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