Dear All *XXXIX IATLIS National Conference* *16 – 17 November 2023* *On the theme* *“**Restructuring LIS education in India in tune with the NEP 2020**”* Jointly organised by *Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS); &* *Department of Library and Information Science, **University of Kashmir * *About the IATLIS* The Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) is a professional association of more than 600 teachers and professionals in Library and Information Science in India. Since its inception in 1969, IATLIS has been active in taking up several issues of LIS Education in India especially relating to the development of curriculum, teaching methods, infrastructure, teacher training, etc. It actively works for the promotion of the professional interests of LIS teachers. As part of its activities, it conducts national seminars and webinars, workshops, and training programmes. It publishes conference proceedings and also an electronic journal “IATLIS Journal of Library Education and Research”. For more details about the association, kindly go to www.iatlis.org *About the University* The University of Jammu and Kashmir was founded in the year 1948. In the year 1969 it was bifurcated into two full-fledged Universities: University of Kashmir at Srinagar and University of Jammu at Jammu. The University of Kashmir is situated at Hazratbal in Srinagar. It is flanked by the world famous Dal Lake on its eastern side and Nigeen Lake on the western side. The Main Campus of the University spread over 247 acres of land is divided into three parts – Hazratbal Campus, Naseem Bagh Campus and Mirza Bagh Campus (serving residential purpose). Additional land has been acquired at Zakura near the main campus for further expansion of the University. The tranquil ambience of the Campus provides the right kind of atmosphere for serious study and research. Over the Years University of Kashmir has expanded substantially. It has established Satellite Campuses at Anantnag (South Campus), Baramulla (North Campus) and at Kupwara, to make higher education more accessible to people living in remote areas of Kashmir valley. The University has also established a Sub-Office at Jammu to cater to the needs of the candidates enrolled with the University from outside Kashmir. The University is committed to provide an intellectually stimulating environment for productive learning to enhance the educational, economic, scientific, business and cultural environment of the region. The University offers programmes in all the major faculties. It has been constantly introducing innovative/ new programmes to cater to the needs and demands of the students and the society. Over the years, the University has marched towards excellence in its programmes and activities. It has been re-accredited as Grade-A+ University by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC) of India. The university is ranked 53 by NIRF, and 56 by Q7 BRICS. This is recognition and reflection of the high standard of quality in teaching and research at the University of Kashmir. The University of Kashmir is eulogized for its exceptional contribution towards teaching, research, and service in nation building. It also provides equal opportunity for students from different streams at various levels of education. To meet the challenges in higher education, University has accepted from time to time the Semester system, Choice Based Credit System and now New Education Policy (NEP). https://www.uok.edu.in *About the Department* Established in 1970, the Department of library and Information Science went on to become an iconic institution in the field of information management . The department grooms future library leaders by following a judicious blend of theory and practice by using highly innovative teaching pedagogy. The Department endeavors to produce great thinkers and problem solvers, who go on to make this world a better place to live. http://lis.uok.edu.in/ *How to reach Srinagar* *By Air:* the nearest airport to reach Srinagar is Srinagar Airport (an international airport). This airport is well connected and airlines offer regular flights from Srinagar to Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Bangalore. The airport is located just few kilometers away from the center of the city. *By Rail:* To reach Srinagar by train, one has to reach Banihal railway station. From the Srinagar Railway station, you can hire Cabs / taxis to reach this center of the city / University of Kashmir. *By Road*: Srinagar is the capital of the Jammu and Kashmir UT. The city is well connected with major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, Leh and Jammu. There is good Bus service and Cab service available. *About Srinagar City* The city has great attractions where people can visit during their stay in Kashmir. These include the Srinagar city that is located on the banks of the river Jehlum with several attractive places like the Dal lake, Nigeen lake, house boats, Mughal gardens (Nishat, Shalimar, Chasheme Shahi, Pari Mahal, Tulip garden, Botanical garden etc). All these places are accessible within 30 min drive from the University campus. *Call for Papers* Proposals are invited from IATLIS members, LIS teachers, researchers, practitioners, and students on the following theme and sub-themes of the conference. Those interested to submit their papers are required to submit a one-page (250 to 500 words) abstract as an MS-Word mail attachment, and latest by 15 October 2023 to *iatlisconference2023@gmail.com* *Last date for sending full papers/PPT is 31 October 2023.* *Theme of the Conference:* *Restructuring LIS Education in India in Tune with the NEP 2020* Suggested sub-themes include, but are not limited to: - LIS Curricular Aspects - Teaching, Learning and Evaluation - Research, Innovation and Scholarly Communication - Infrastructure and Learning Resources - Graduation Attributes and Learning Outcomes - Internship and Community Linkages - Governance, Leadership and Management - Research and Publication Ethics - Connecting LIS Theory and Practice - Role of Technology and Pedagogy in LIS Education - SWAYAM and MOOCs - Academic Bank of Credits - Multiple Entry and Exit - Collaboration and Partnerships with Foreign Institutions - Online and ODL programmes - Pursuing Two Academic Programmes Simultaneously - Media and Information Literacy - Challenges, Issues and Opportunities for Libraries - Libraries as Promoters of NEP 2020 - Academic Excellence, Libraries and NEP 2020 These sub-themes are indicative only, and papers on other sub-themes related to the conference theme are also welcome. *REGISTRATION DETAILS* Indian Delegates: Sponsored Rs. 3000/- Non-Sponsored Rs. 2000/- Retired Professionals Rs. 1,500/- Accompanying Person Rs. 1,500/- Students/Researchers Rs. 1000/- Foreign Delegates: SAARC Countries $ 100 Other Countries $ 200 *REGISTRATION LINK* For registration click on the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQcxB7LInNsrOOKoLk0rOntCiiT0TC6T8m... The registration fee covers conference kit, proceedings of the conference (upon post-publication), and working lunch, and session tea for the conference days. The registration fee does not include breakfast, dinner and accommodation. A limited accommodation is available in the university guest house/hostel. Accommodation and food (Breakfast and Dinner), if required, will be arranged at additional cost on first come first served basis. Papers presented at the conference will be published in the post-conference volume that would be sent to the registered delegates later on, as per the decision of the General Body. Delegates are requested to include registration fees for accompanying persons while forwarding their registration forms since it would not be possible to entertain last minute requests for accommodation. Accompanying persons shall not been titled for conference kits. Delegates are requested to intimate their travel plans in advance to avoid last minute inconvenience. The Demand Draft/ Multicity cheque for registration fee should be in favour of IATLIS payable at Patiala, and should be sent along with the duly filled in Registration Form latest by 10 November 2023. Delegates can also transfer the registration fee online in account no. 65048083922 of State Bank of India, Punjabi University, Patiala branch (IFSC Code: SBIN0050009). The account is in the name of Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS). In case of online transfer, the proof of transfer should be sent with the registration form. The participants who are paying the registration fee through Bank DD/Multicity Cheque need to send their Bank DD/Cheque with registration form to the General Secretary, IATLIS, Department of Library and Information Science, Panjab University, Chandigarh, 160014, Phone: 9815303000 latest by 10 November 2023. *Chief Patron* Prof. Nilofer Khan Vice-Chancellor, University of Kashmir *Patrons* *Prof.* *Jagtar Singh * Director, Collaborations and Partnerships, IATLIS, and Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Punjab Email: jagtardeep@gmail.com *Prof. H.P.S. Kalra* President, IATLIS and Professor, Department of Library & Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala. Email: hpskalra9@gmail.com *Conference Coordinators * *Dr Shabir Ahmad Ganaie* Head, Department of Library & Information Science, University of Kashmir, Srinagar. Email: shabirku@gmail.com Mobile: 94190-40807 *Dr. Khushpreet Singh Brar* General Secretary, IATLIS and Assistant Professor, Department of Library & Information Science Panjab University, Chandigarh. Email: khushpreet.singh@gmail.com Mobile: 9815303000 *Local Organizing Committee* *1. Professor Sumeer Gul* *2. Dr Zahid Ashraf (Associate Professor)* *3. Dr Nadim Akhtar Khan (Senior Assistant Professor)* *4. Dr Rosy Jan (Senior Assistant Professor)* *5. Dr Irfan-ul-Haq (Faculty)* *6. Dr Rabia Mushtaq (Faculty)* *For further details, please contact:* *Prof. HPS Kalra, *President, IATLIS hpskalra9@gmail.com *Dr. Khushpreet Singh Brar, *Conference Coordinator and General Secretary, IATLIS khushpreet.singh@gmail.com *Dr Shabir Ahmad Ganaie**, *Conference Coordinator and Head, DLIS, University of Kashmir shabirku@gmail.co -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.