How to write a successful research proposal: secrets of success – Session 1

The first half-day seminar consists of presentations by successful library and information researchers in the art of writing a successful research proposal. Providing ideas and tips in:
* writing research proposals and experiences of actually conducting the research
* using research as evidence to support your own library / service development – in benchmarking etc,
* how to use research in your library / service to contribute to the wider profession, by publishing the results in the library journals etc.

Who should attend: Practitioners, students and academics. It is particularly suitable for those who have never submitted a research proposal and/or those who are interested in submitting proposals for the forthcoming LIRG funding awards.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: 25 pounds members of LIRG or CDG Scotland; 50 pounds non-members.
Locations and dates:
Glasgow: 8 January 2010, 10am–1pm Strathclyde University, 26 Richmond Street, Glasgow. This session will be held in conjunction with the Career Development Group Scotland and is eligible for the CILIP Seal of Recognition.
Birmingham: 15 January 2010, Birmingham Central Library (1pm-4pm)
London: 12 January 2010, University of East London, Docklands Campus (10am-1pm)

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How to write a successful research proposal: proposal workshop – Session 2

This second session is a half day workshop offering participants an opportunity to:

* discuss sample proposals
* contribute a proposal of their own for workshop discussion
* network and discuss experiences

Who should attend: Practitioners, students and academics. It is particularly suitable for those who have never submitted a research proposal and/or those who are interested in submitting proposals for future LIRG funding awards.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: 25 pounds members of LIRG or CDG Scotland; 50 pounds non-members.
Locations and dates:
Glasgow: 29 January 2010, 10am–1pm Strathclyde University, 26 Richmond Street, Glasgow. This session will be held in conjunction with the Career Development Group Scotland and is eligible for the CILIP Seal of Recognition
Birmingham: 29 January 2010, Birmingham Central Library (10am–1pm)
London: 26 January 2010, University of East London, Docklands Campus (10am-1pm) Why two seminars? The two seminars are linked – with the first providing an introduction and the second a more practical experience to develop skills. Participants may attend both or sign up for either seminar. For attendance at the second seminar, participants will be asked to bring a draft proposal for discussion in the workshop session.

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Reduced Rates: For attending both seminars, the cost will be: 40 pounds LIRG and CDG Scotland members; 75 pounds non-members

For further details contact Alison Brettle A.Brettle@salford.ac.uk
For booking contact Alan Poulter Alan.Poulter@cis.strath.ac.uk
Final date for booking: 6th January 2010 (for all seminars)

17 November 2009
Kings Place, Kings Cross, London

On 17 November 2009 CILIP will be holding a major new conference looking at the challenges and opportunities Digital Information raises for librarians, information professionals and publishers. With the increasing demand for high-quality digital content and rising competition from players such as Google and Microsoft, this conference is essential in identifying how this demand can be met.

Why attend:

* Gain a unique view of the digital landscape

* Identify challenges and opportunities

* Engage in discussion and debate with expert speakers

* Network with delegates from across the information community

For further details on this event and how to book visit www.cilip.org.uk/digitalinfo09