The RLUK Research Shift Programme (RSP) is a new RLUK series of online events designed to empower and support librarians, archivists, information professionals, and colleagues across the Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums (GLAM) sector to actively engage in research.
Running from April to June 2025, the RSP will explore and define the evolving role of librarians, archivists, information professionals, and GLAM sector colleagues as research leaders and partners. It will provide a platform to share experiences, develop ideas, and address challenges related to practitioner research.
Defining Practitioner Research
The first session will explore the concept and significance of practitioner research within the library, archive, and wider GLAM sectors. This session will define key methodologies, highlight case studies, and examine the evolving role of research within professional practice.
The presenters will be Becky Scott (Libraries Connected), one of our AHRC-RLUK Professional Practice Scheme Fellows, and Dr Cara Rodway, Head of Research Development at the British Library.
The 90 minute session will also include breakout rooms to provide an opportunity for colleagues to meet and share their ‘Research Shift’ experience and aspirations . Attendees will be sent a joining link the day before the event and should ensure their email is entered correctly in the registration form. Attendees should check junk folders if no joining email is received.
Agenda
- About the Research Shift
- Practitioner Research Icebreaker [in Groups]
- Case Studies
- Reflecting on Practitioner Research and Next Steps [in Groups]