The Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program recognizes and encourages excellence in teaching in the U.S. and abroad. U.S. and international teachers receive grants to study at university, observe classes, and complete a project pertaining to their field of educational inquiry during their time abroad. The program is open to teachers from the U.S. and selected countries in multiple world regions. The application deadline is December 15, 2012.

The U.S. Department of State sponsors the Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program in coordination with the Institute of International Education (IIE), U.S. Embassies and Consulates, Fulbright Commissions, and other partners overseas.

• Master’s degree or enrolled in a master’s program
• Full-time K-12 teaching position, including classroom teachers, guidance counselors, curriculum coordinators,
• Special Education coordinators, media specialists/librarians and talented and gifted coordinators
• Spend at least 50 percent of time interacting with students
• Five years of full time teaching experience
• Proven track record of professional development activities and leadership
• Other requirements as indicated on the website

The participating countries in 2013-14 are: Argentina, Finland, India, Mexico, Morocco, Singapore, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://fulbrightteacherexchange.org/da-info-flier.