Speaker Information (2021)
This page provides information for prospective speakers for the Mercian Collaboration Conference 2021.
Call for Conference Session Proposals
- Call: Call for Session Proposals (May 2021)
- Deadline: 18th June 2021
- Review Meeting: 22nd June 2021
- Invite to Present: E.July 2021
- Speakers: Information on speakers and sessions (Aug 2021)
Session Information
An outline programme is available. The following session formats will be hosted during the conference.
- Keynote: Invited speaker to set the tone for the event [with an opportunity for delegate questions]
- Parallel Sessions: 50 minute papers/workshops [40 minute presentations, 10 minutes for delgate questions & discussion]
- Short Talks: 10 minute presentations as part of a panel [including time for questions]
- Nuggets of Joy: Brief (2-5 minute max) pre-recorded video inserts
Preparing your Session
Information on format, duration and platform requirements are given in the call for papers above. For more help with preparing your session contact Ruth Houghton & Laura Newman
Eligibility
Speakers from Mercian Collaboration member organisations, and other UK academic libraries are eligible to register their interest as speakers, only.
Booking to Attend
You may also wish to see our guidance information for delegates.
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For any general queries, please contact Gareth J Johnson (mercianlibrariescollaboration@gmail.com)