FRAC Rubrics

1. Significance: Is the proposed research, scholarly, or creative activity significant and likely to make an important contribution to the field? 

2. Research Need: Does the proposal address a clearly defined research question, scholarly objective, or important research need? 

3. Research Approach: Are the proposed methods, approach, or creative activities appropriate to achieve the stated objectives? 

4. Feasibility: Is the proposed work feasible within the proposed timeline and available resources? 

5. Dissemination: Is there a clear and appropriate plan for disseminating the project outcomes (e.g., publications, presentations, performances, exhibitions, patents)? 

6. Future Funding Potential: Does the proposed work demonstrate strong potential to lead to future external funding or substantially strengthen future funding competitiveness, where appropriate? 

7. Budget: Is the proposed budget reasonable and appropriate for accomplishing the project objectives? 

8. Budget Justification: Does the budget justification adequately explain and support the requested expenses? 

9. Investigator Readiness: Does the applicant demonstrate the expertise, qualifications, and resources necessary to successfully complete the proposed work? 

1. Significance: Is the proposed research, scholarly, or creative activity significant and likely to make an important contribution to the field? 

2. Research Need: Does the proposal address a clearly defined research question, scholarly objective, or important research need? 

3. Research Approach: Are the proposed methods, approach, or creative activities appropriate to achieve the stated objectives? 

4. Feasibility: Is the proposed work feasible within the proposed timeline and available resources? 

5. Dissemination: Is there a clear and appropriate plan for disseminating the project outcomes (e.g., publications, presentations, performances, exhibitions, patents)? 

6. Future Funding Potential: Does the proposed work demonstrate strong potential to lead to future external funding or substantially strengthen future funding competitiveness, where appropriate? 

7. Budget: Is the proposed budget reasonable and appropriate for accomplishing the project objectives? 

8. Budget Justification: Does the budget justification adequately explain and support the requested expenses? 

9. Investigator Readiness: Does the applicant demonstrate the expertise, qualifications, and resources necessary to successfully complete the proposed work? 

1. Significance: Is the proposed research significant and likely to advance knowledge or scholarly activity? 

2. Research Design: Are the proposed methods appropriate and sufficient to achieve the stated objectives? 

3. Feasibility: Is the proposed work feasible given the timeline, budget, and available resources? 

4. Travel Justification: Is the requested travel essential to accomplishing the research objectives (e.g., fieldwork, collaboration, specialized training, archives, or conference presentation)? 

5. Investigator Readiness: Does the applicant demonstrate the expertise and preparedness to successfully complete the proposed work? 

6. Dissemination: Is there a clear plan to disseminate the research findings (e.g., publications, presentations, outreach)? 

7. Future Funding Potential: Is the project likely to strengthen the applicant's competitiveness for future external funding? 

8. Institutional Impact: Will the proposed work enhance Arkansas State University's research profile, collaborations, or strategic priorities? 

1.  Significance: Is the proposed research, scholarly, or creative activity significant and likely to make an important contribution to the field? 

2.  Objectives: Does the proposal articulate clear and well-defined research or scholarly objectives? 

3.  Approach: Are the proposed methods, approach, or creative activities appropriate to achieve the stated objectives? 

4.  Feasibility: Is the proposed scope of work realistic and achievable during the Off-Campus Duty Assignment period? 

5.  Investigator Readiness: Does the applicant demonstrate the expertise, qualifications, and available resources necessary to successfully complete the proposed work? 

6.  Productivity: Is there a high likelihood that the Off-Campus Duty Assignment will substantially advance the proposed project? 

7.  Scholarly Outcomes: Is there a clear plan for scholarly outcomes (e.g., publications, presentations, performances, exhibitions, patents, or other creative works)? 

8.  Future Research Competitiveness: Does the proposal demonstrate potential to enhance future research productivity or competitiveness for external funding, where appropriate? 

9.  Institutional Impact: Will the proposed work contribute to Arkansas State University's research, scholarly, or creative mission?