Established: 1969
Focus: LIS Education & Research
Country: India
IATLIS (Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science) is India’s academic association dedicated to advancing LIS education, pedagogy, and research. It connects LIS educators, researchers, and professionals through national conferences, webinars, publications, and collaborative programs that shape the future of library and information science in India.
History & Milestones
- Idea mooted during the UNESCO Regional Seminar at the University of Delhi (October 1960).
- Further discussed at national seminars (BHU, 1963; SNDT Women’s University, 1965).
- Formally founded on 19 December 1969 to strengthen LIS education and scholarship in India.
- Regular national conferences (e.g., XXXVIII – 2022; XXXIX – 2023) focusing on NEP-2020, ICT, and curriculum reforms.
Objectives
- Promote the exchange of ideas on LIS education.
- Encourage research in LIS pedagogy and practice.
- Support publications (books, periodicals, proceedings) in LIS education.
- Organize conferences, seminars, colloquia, and workshops.
Key Activities
| Activity | What it Includes | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| National Conferences | Thematic annual meets (NEP-2020 alignment, ICT in LIS, curriculum design, research methods). | Pan-India academic exchange; proceedings that inform teaching and policy. |
| Webinars & Workshops | Skill-focused sessions (accreditation readiness, research writing, pedagogy innovations). | Continuous professional development for faculty and scholars. |
| Publications | IATLIS Journal of Library Education and Research (ISSN 2394-2045) and conference proceedings. | Peer-reviewed scholarship; curriculum and policy references. |
| Collaborations | Joint programs with universities, libraries, and LIS forums. | Broader reach, better resource sharing, and shared standards. |
Publications
Journal: IATLIS Journal of Library Education and Research — Online ISSN: 2394-2045.
Selected Proceedings (example): “Changing Face of LIS Education: Learning Styles and Teaching Methodologies” – 25th IATLIS National Conference, Panjab University, Chandigarh (2008).
Themes from Recent Conferences
- Restructuring LIS Education in India in tune with NEP-2020 (2023)
- ICT, NEP-2020 & LIS Education and Research in India (2022)
- LIS Education & Services during and beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic (2021)
Membership & Participation
Who Can Join
LIS teachers, researchers, doctoral scholars, and professionals aligned with LIS education. Benefits include access to a national network, calls for papers, conference discounts, and publication opportunities.
How to Engage
- Follow calls for papers and proposal submissions.
- Present your teaching or research innovations.
- Contribute articles or reviews to the journal.
- Host joint webinars or workshops with your department.
Impact on LIS Education
IATLIS functions as a national forum aligning LIS education with contemporary needs—digitization, information literacy, research metrics, data curation, and user-experience–driven library services—while mentoring the next generation of LIS educators and practitioners.
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