Faculty Development Programme | FDP 2026 | Shaping the Future of Legal Education and Research | SRMU Lucknow |12–16th January 2026

Faculty Development Programme | FDP 2026 | Shaping the Future of Legal Education and Research | SRMU Lucknow |12–16th January 2026

About the Organizers:

Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University (SRMU), Lucknow is a leading institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning. Its Institute of Legal Studies is known for fostering legal scholarship, professional ethics, and socially responsive education.

The FDP is supported by the International Forum for Academic Mentors (FAM), a global initiative promoting faculty development, mentorship, and academic leadership.

About the Institute of Legal Studies:

The Institute of Legal Studies is a hub of academic, cultural, and intellectual excellence. It offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in law, and is approved by the Bar Council of India. The institute is committed to innovation, knowledge dissemination, and high-quality legal education, supported by a distinguished faculty.

About the Programme:

The legal education landscape in India is rapidly evolving under the influence of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, global academic benchmarks, and the growing emphasis on interdisciplinary and outcome-based learning.

To support this transformation, the Institute of Legal Studies at SRMU is hosting a 5-Day Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “Shaping the Future of Legal Education and Research.” This initiative is designed to empower law faculty members with advanced pedagogical tools, research strategies, and leadership skills essential for contemporary legal academia.

This 5-day online FDP is designed to address the transformation in legal education brought about by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It emphasizes:

• Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
• Interdisciplinary research
• Global academic standards

The programme aims to enhance:

• Teaching effectiveness
• Research capacity
• Academic leadership

It bridges the gap between traditional legal instruction and contemporary pedagogical, research, and assessment practices.

Thematic Schedule:

• Day 1: Foundations of Contemporary Legal Education
• Day 2: Teaching Pedagogy and Classroom Innovation
• Day 3: Legal Research Methodology
• Day 4: Quality Research Writing & Publications
• Day 5: Academic Leadership, Ethics & Career Advancement

Each session is curated to offer practical insights, interactive learning, and actionable strategies for law educators across India.

Objectives of the FDP:

• Familiarize law faculty with Outcome-Based Legal Education (OBE)
• Enhance curriculum design and assessment strategies
• Promote innovative and experiential teaching methodologies
• Strengthen legal research skills and publication quality
• Encourage academic ethics, leadership, and career advancement

Key Areas Covered:

• NEP 2020 and Legal Education
• OBE Framework: COs (Course Outcomes), POs (Programme Outcomes), PSOs (Programme Specific Outcomes)
• Innovative Teaching Methodologies: Case Method, Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Clinical Education
• Legal Research Design and Methodology
• Publishing in Scopus / Web of Science / UGC CARE Journals
• Research Tools & Reference Management
• Academic Ethics and Faculty Development

Important Dates:

• Start Date of Registration: 25 December 2025
• Last Date of Registration: 11 January 2026
• Dates of FDP: 12–16 January 2026

Important Note:

✅ This FDP is a certificate programme.
🎓 Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon:

• Attending all sessions
• Submitting the mandatory feedback

Registration Link:

Contact Information:

For Queries E-mail at: ocfdpils@gmail.com

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