Writing research proposals: introductory and follow up workshops
Do you have a great idea for doing a piece of research, but
have never got round to doing it?
are not sure how to go about it?
would like to find a way of funding it?
would like some friendly feedback?
then the Library & Information Research Group has two workshops, facilitated by successful researchers to help you. These are being offered in various locations and will include an introductory session aimed at those new to research and proposal writing and a follow up for those interested in submitting a proposal and receiving feedback.
The workshops are particularly geared to those who are interested in submitting proposals for the LIRG Research Awards, but are also useful for any research proposals. Closing date for the LIRG Research Awards is 13 May 2011.
The workshops are being offered in collaboration with UC&R (University of Northampton venue), University of Leeds (Leeds venue), Career Development Group (Scotland) (Edinburgh venue).
Introductory workshop
This half-day workshop will provide an introduction to writing research proposals and give you chance to think about your ideas for research. It will also offer 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.
What makes a good research proposal
Follow up workshop
The second half day workshop offers participants an opportunity to:
Discuss/Review draft proposals
Contribute a draft of their own for workshop discussion
Network and discuss experiences
Participants can attend either or both sessions at any location
Workshop 1: An introduction to writing research proposals
University of Leeds 5 April 2011 10am -1pm
University of Northampton 29 March 2011 10am 1pm
Edinburgh,Central Library 12 April 2011 10am 1pm
Workshop 2: Writing and discussing your proposal
University of Leeds 21 April 2011 10am -1pm
University of Northampton 14 April 2011 10am -1pm
Edinburgh, Central Library TBC 2011 10am-1pm
Who should attend: Practitioners, students and academics. It is particularly suitable for those who have never written a research proposal or for those who intend to submit a proposal to the LIRG Research Awards [http://www.cilip.org.uk/get-involved/special-interest-groups/research/awards/pages/default.aspx]
Learning outcomes:
To understand the requirements and format of writing research proposals
To generate ways of articulating research ideas
To practice writing and receiving feedback (workshop 2)
Duration: 3 hours per workshop
Cost: £35 + VAT members of LIRG. £50 +VAT non-members.
For attending both seminars: £50 +VAT LIRG members; £75 + VAT non-members
For the University of Northampton Workshop(s) discounted rate applies to UC&R members
For the Edinburgh Workshop(s) discounted rate applies to CDG Scotland members
Booking: via online form accessed via the LIRG website
http://www.cilip.org.uk/get-involved/special-interest-groups/research/activities/pages/default.aspx
FINAL DATE FOR BOOKING: 1 week prior to workshop of interest
CPD: This event carries the CILIP Seal of Approval
Payment and Conditions: LIRG accepts firm bookings via the LIRG Web site. All fees are payable in full prior to the date of the course. Cancellations received less than 7 working days before the start of the course will be subject to the full fee. For non-attendance at a course there will be no refunds and the full fee will be payable. Substitutions may be made at any time without additional cost. LIRG reserves the right to cancel a course if insufficient bookings have been received. Delegates will be offered an alternative date or a full refund of the course fee. LIRG reserves the right to make changes to the programme. LIRG will not be liable for any consequential loss of travel or accommodation fees due to cancellation of the course.
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Future events: The next series of LIRG events will be held in November 2011. Topics to be decided. Contact Alison Brettle at email: [log in to unmask]
Dr Alison Brettle
Lecturer/Information Specialist
Centre for Nursing & Midwifery Research
University of Salford
Room MS190, Mary Seacole Building
Salford
M6 6PU
tel: 0161 295 0447
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