July 2016 - LIS-Forum - ncsi.iisc.ernet.in

Google Scholar, Scopus and Web of Science
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 08 Jul '16

08 Jul '16

From: Researchbuzz Interesting: Do Google Scholar, Scopus and the Web of Science speak your language? <http://www.harzing.com/publications/white-papers/do-google-scholar-scopus-a…>"Prior research has shown that Google Scholar has a more comprehensive coverage than Scopus or the Web of Science, especially for scholars in the Social Sciences and Humanities. Most recently, Harzing & Alakangas (2016) showed that, on average, the Web of Science had only 23% of the citations of Google Scholar for the Social Sciences and only 7% for the Humanities. For Scopus the respective figures were only slightly better at 30% and 11%. However, all of the academics in this sample were Associate or Full Professors employed at the University of Melbourne, an Anglophone university that is ranked number one in Australia and ranked 22 worldwide in the Times Higher Education ranking for the Social Sciences. Virtually all of the academics’ publications were in English." Dr P Vyasamoorthy 30 Gruhalakshmi Colony, Secunderabad 500015 Telangana LL 040-27846631 / Mobile: 9490804278 The Tamil FM APP (like similar FM Apps for the smartphones) does not require earphone to be connected. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Princeton goes OA
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Princeton goes open access. http://theconversation.com/princeton-goes-open-access-to-stop-staff-handing… Many other universities and funding agencies around the world have gone open access already. When will Indian universities adopt full (Green) open access? Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Fwd: A new development at Bioline
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Friends: The Bioline group, publishers of many open access journals from the developing world, is conducting a survey with a view to making their service better. Please circulate the letter among the researchers in your institutions. Thanks and best wishes. Subbiah Arunachalam ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Barbara Kirsop <barbarakirsop(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Jul 6, 2016 at 9:07 PM Subject: A new development at Bioline To: Subbiah Arunachalam <subbiah.arunachalam(a)gmail.com> and others Cc: Dora Canhos <dora(a)cria.org.br>, Sidnei Souza <sidnei(a)cria.org.br> Dear All. I think you will be interested to learn that Bioline International, the platform supporting the global distribution of research published in developing countries, is very heavily used, and Bioline management in Brazil and Toronto want to find out who all these users are and why they find articles available from the site so valuable. So we have just launched a brief survey to find some answers to these questions. We want to make Bioline as useful as possible to the research community and hope users will take part in this exercise. The survey, developed by CRIA, is very short to complete, so if you have contacts with users or potential users, please let them know about this development. Maybe we shall find out if users are mainly from the developing world, or from the rest of the research community who are discovering new and important research for the first time. Maybe we shall learn how a particular article led to the completion of a project and a publication? Maybe a single article has led to the formation of new research contacts and subsequent partnerships. Maybe we shall learn how Open Access to this resource has been important in providing new opportunities for low budget organisations, since BI is entirely OA. Maybe we shall learn that Bioline is an easy-to-use resource. Maybe a single article provided the *eureka* key to solving a problem. Maybe it led to career development? We shall analyse the results of the survey and report our findings, which may be of value to other communities. Just link to the Bioline site at http://www.bioline.org.br/ to see the Survey link, and from the Survey form you can link to the Results. Kind regards, The Bioline Team -- Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

1 0

Vacancy of Library Associate (Intern) at IIM Kozhikode
by mgsree 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Dear Colleagues: The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is looking for LIBRARY ASSOCIATE (INTERN, 1 POSITION) in the Library & Information Center for a period of one year on a monthly consolidated pay of Rs. 10,000/- . The candidate should possess Masters Degree in Library & Information Science from a recognized university with not less than 55% marks. Interested candidates may apply ONLINE and appear for interview on Wednesday 27 July 2016. The Notification and the Link for Online Application could be seen at - http://iimk.ac.in/announcements/careers/cnotification.php?n=91 http://iimk.ac.in/announcements/careers/notification/2016/179.pdf?d=12 The Library & Information Center (LIC) at IIM Kozhikode (http://iimk.ac.in) is a world class Learning Resource Center with its unique blending of the traditional library with the advanced digital collections and services. It has been able to fetch worldwide recognitions and laurels. IIMK is presently the South Asia Coordinator for the renowned Greenstone Digital Library Software, on behalf of UNESCO (http://greenstonesupport.iimk.ac.in). The Center for Development of Digital Libraries (CDDL) at IIMK runs several national/international projects and training programmes. The LIC at IIM Kozhikode has also got the distinction of creating the Indian Business Museum, the first of its kind in India (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nuljYJzIqk) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fi-dd/sets/72157629298509345/). With regards, Sreekumar -- Dr. M.G. Sreekumar Chief Librarian and Information Officer & Adjunct Professor Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode IIMK Campus P.O., Calicut, Kerala - 673570, INDIA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Web ..: http://greenstonesupport.iimk.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Librarians. Day 2016 = 125th Birth Anniversary of S S Ranganathan
by Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

An AppealLibrarians’ DayRanganathan’s 125thBirth Anniversary on 12th August,2016 Believablyall are aware and will appreciate that IASLIC, the premier nationalprofessional society in the field of LIS, during its 17th All IndiaConference took the pioneering step to resolve in the JOCLAI meeting to observethe Birth Anniversary of the father of Library Science, Dr. S. R. Ranganathanon 12th August every year befittingly to pay homage and tribute tothis illustrious Guru of ours. This auspicious day has been declared as Librarians’ Day. Thus 12th August, stands as thesacred date to all in general and to library professionals in particular toobserve Librarians’ Day byorganizing seminar, symposium, discussion, etc. or in the manner it may befeasible in a situation / environment. Since it is IASLIC which initiated andthought it prudent to observe this Birth Anniversary first in the country,IASLIC on behalf of JOCLAI and its own behalf appeals to IASLIC members in particular and to all members of library associationsincluding interested professionals/personsin general staying in all parts of the country kindly to take initiative to organizethemselves and observe Ranganathan’s 125thBirth Anniversary on Friday, 12thAugust, 2016 in any form as thesituation may warrant. Prof. PijushkantiPanigrahi General Secretary,IASLIC | ==========================================================================================================পীযূষকান্তি পাণিগ্রাহী Dr Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Dean, Faculty for P G Studies in Education, Journalism and Library Science, University of Calcutta&Professor , Dept of Lib and Inf Science, 3rd Floor Asutosh Building, University of Calcutta, 87/1 College Street,Kolkata - 700 073, West Bengal, India, email : panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com, panigrahipk11(a)gmail.com, (M) : +91 94342 43522. General Secretary, Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres (IASLIC), P-291, CIT Scheme No 6M , Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700 054, India; Associate Editor, IASLIC Bulletin ; | | |

1 0

Library Assistant job@RVCE
by Satish S 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Our esteemed RV college of engineering required Library Assistants(02). Regular MLISc with first class with 1-3 years experience may apply. All the candidates should be ready and keen to upgrade their skills and qualifications from time to time. All filled in application forms as per the formats with relevant documents, Pass Port photo duly attested& superscribed the position applied for: to be posted /couriered within 10 days of this advertisement to:The Principal, R.V.College of Engineering,R.V.Vidyaniketan Post, Mysuru Road,Bengaluru–560 059. For more details logon to http://rvce.edu.in/staff_appointment-2016. With regards... -- SATISH.S MLISc., M.Phil., KSET. RVCE, http://www.rvce.edu.in/ BENGALORU-560059 MOBILE-9242311848 OFFICE-080 67178376 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Koha Backup with Script
by DP Tripathi 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

Dear All, Good Morning! I just tried to write one script to take the backup for Koha users by running this script. This backup script will take the backup, zip it and then keep the backup in /home folder of Lubuntu/Ubuntu. Script assumes that your database name is koha_library. If not, then change the database name in script and then use it. You can download this script from the following link. www.dptripathi.in/download/backup.sh How to use this? First Step: Download the script and keep at the location from where you can run this script. (For example - Desktop) Second Step: Now, open terminal preferably by pressing (CTRL+ALT+T) together. Third Step: Then, assign permission to the script with the following command. chmod +x backup.sh Forth Step: Login as root user and execute the script 1. Enter sudo su command and login as root user 2. Then type sh backup.sh command (Ensure you are executing the script from the same location where you have kept the backup.sh file) 3. It will ask the mysql database password. Type and press Enter. It will take the backup of your koha mysql database, zip it and save in /home folder. Now, copy the backup, save it to your hard drive or safe location. Advantages: 1. You will not have to remember the command every time to take the back up, if you are taking from terminal. 2. It will zip your backup and reduce the file size. 3. You can run this script everyday from the same location. It will overwrite the backup file and keep the fresh backup. Enjoy!!!! Important Note: Please test it before you use it at your system. Thanks, -- ************************************************************** *Dhanwantari Prakash Tripathi* Assistant Librarian Biju Patnaik Central Library <http://library.nitrkl.ac.in> National Institute of Technology <http://nitrkl.ac.in> Rourkela, Odisha - INDIA 769008 *e-mail: *tripathidp(a)nitrkl.ac.in, dptnitrkl(a)gmail.com *mobile: *+91-8895296796 *www.dptripathi.in <http://www.dptripathi.in> * ************************************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Beautiful libraries and one of them the oldest
by Subbiah Arunachalam 06 Jul '16

06 Jul '16

http://www.techinsider.io/inside-al-qarawiyyin-the-oldest-library-in-the-wo… This library in Morocco is claimed to be the oldest continually operating library in the world. And certainly it is beautiful. http://www.techinsider.io/the-most-beautiful-new-libraries-in-the-world-201… http://www.techinsider.io/most-beautiful-libraries-in-the-world-2016-5 http://www.techinsider.io/the-oldest-libraries-in-the-world-2016-4 Best. Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Understanding IELTS: Techniques for English Language Tests
by DP Tripathi 06 Jul '16

06 Jul '16

Understanding IELTS: Techniques for English Language Tests Improve your English and prepare for tests, such as IELTS reading, writing, speaking and listening, with this free online course. Go to course – starts 11 Jul About the course Anyone thinking about taking an English language test, such as IELTS, will find this course particularly useful, but all English language learners will benefit from the tips and advice given in the course. The course focuses on the IELTS test (International English Language Testing System). IELTS is the world’s most popular English language test for higher education and global migration. IELTS is accepted by over 9,000 organisations worldwide including universities, employers, immigration authorities and professional bodies. Over 2.2 million IELTS tests were taken globally last year. This course will take you through each stage of the IELTS test — reading, writing, speaking and listening. At each stage there will be advice from our video tutor and a team of experienced IELTS educators. You will also be asked to share your experiences, tips and opinions with other learners. By the end of the Understanding IELTS course, you will: be familiar with all parts of the IELTS test have some useful tips to help you achieve your IELTS goals understand how the IELTS test is assessed have an opportunity to have your written and spoken English assessed by other learners The British Council has over 80 years’ experience in English language teaching and assessment and delivers IELTS tests in more than 100 countries. The course draws on the British Council’s expertise in online learning and will give you the opportunity to purchase a Statement of Participation. You can find out more about this course in Chris Cavey’s post for the FutureLearn blog: “IELTS: a global test for a global language.” https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/understanding-ielts?utm_source=FL_DB&ut… -- ************************************************************** *Dhanwantari Prakash Tripathi* Assistant Librarian Biju Patnaik Central Library <http://library.nitrkl.ac.in> National Institute of Technology <http://nitrkl.ac.in> Rourkela, Odisha - INDIA 769008 *e-mail: *tripathidp(a)nitrkl.ac.in, dptnitrkl(a)gmail.com *mobile: *+91-8895296796 *URL: http://dpt.librarianguide.co.in <http://dpt.librarianguide.co.in> * *URL: www.librarianguide.co.in <http://www.librarianguide.co.in> * *URL: www.koha.librarianguide.co.in <http://www.koha.librarianguide.co.in> * *URL: www.librarianguide.co.in/live <http://www.forum.librarianguide.co.in>* ************************************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0

Call for Papers: ICDL 2016 Conference
by Nihal Alam 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

*ICDL 2016* *Smart Future: Knowledge Trends that will Change the World* *14-16 December 2016, India Habitat Center, New Delhi, India* The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) is organizing ICDL 2016 during 14-16 December 2016 at IHC, New Delhi. Theme of the conference is Smart Future: Knowledge Trends that will change the World. ICDL2016 conference intends to bring together a plethora of leading experts and digital luminaries from multiple disciplines to discuss and deliberate on innovations in the areas of DL research, big data, social media, knowledge and innovation management, digital empowerment, e-governance etc that have potential to change the future world. The conference will host keynote sessions, paper and poster presentations, interactive panel sessions, workshops, special events and networking. ICDL 2016 will be an excellent forum to dwell upon several key areas of Smart Technologies including Big Data & Social Media Analytics, E-learning Platforms, Knowledge Innovation & Discovery, Open Access and many more… ICDL 2016 invites original submissions focusing on the theme of the conference. Key Thematic Areas includes (but not limited to): · Knowledge Discovery & Data Mining · Data and Information Visualization · Social Media Analytics and Computing · Knowledge and Innovation Management · Digital Research · Big data and analytics · Open data, open research and open innovation · Digital library of the future · OER, Open Research · Digital Rights Management *Important dates* · 15 July 2016 - Submission of full papers · 1st September 2016 - Notification of acceptance of paper with comments · 30 October 2016 - Submission of the final paper after incorporating comments Participants are invited to contribute their research papers for presentation on the above themes and related aspects. The papers should be based on original research and surveys; case studies or action plans rather than theoretical explanations. Papers may be submitted to theICDL secretariat online (< http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/paper_submission.php>using the conference website or electronically at ICDL2016(a)teri.res.in. For more details visit website < http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/> *For further Information Contact:* *ICDL 2016 Secretariat* The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) India Habitat Centre Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, India Tel: +91 11 24682100 or 41504900 Fax: 24682144 Email: ICDL2016(a)teri.res.in Website: www.teriin.org/events/icdl -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

1 0