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Re: [LIS-Forum] Psychology courses
by farooque 26 Jul '03

26 Jul '03

university of madras is offering MSc in psychology through distance mode one can get detail information on this address: http://www.universityofmadras-ice.ac.in/ apart from this, annamalai university, bharthir university (coimbatore) and nalanda open university(patna)are also offering master degree course in psychology through distance mode.. On Tue, 23 Jul 2002 prafulla(a)nisc.co.in wrote : >Dear All: >I am searching for information on Indian universities offering >Master'd degree courses through DISTANCE MODE in >Psychology/Applied Psychology/psychology-related subjects. I >shall appreciate any useful pointers on this. > >Many thanks > >T.V. Prafulla Chandra >--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. > (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. >USA) > S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad >500 017 > Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 >27002538 > WWW.NISC.COM > A company in service to NISC worldwide. >--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum --------------------------------- Mohammed Farooque DRTC,Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore-560059 Tel-(080)8483975(hostel) 8483002 ext 495(lab) ---------------------------------- ___________________________________________________ Download the hottest & happening ringtones here! OR SMS: Top tone to 7333 Click here now: http://sms.rediff.com/cgi-bin/ringtone/ringhome.pl

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Article: The open source option
by Shyam Prasad pujar 25 Jul '03

25 Jul '03

Dear Members, Please go through the following link to know why librarians should and shouldn't use open source software. http://libraryjournal.reviewsnews.com/index.asp?layout=articlePrint&article… Regards, S.M. Pujar ********************************************************************** Shamprasad M. Pujar Assistant Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen. Vaidya Marg, Film City Road Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065 India %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% * Phone: (022) 28400919-21 Extn: 514 * * Fax: (022) 28402752 * * E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in * * URL: http://www.igidr.ac.in * %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%

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Refresher Course in the subject of Library&LibraryScience
by Dr. Muttayya 24 Jul '03

24 Jul '03

Dear All, I am pleased to announce the following upcoming event: Sub: Refresher Course in the subject of Library & Information Science Tata Institute of Social Sciences is conducting a 21 days Refresher Course in the subject of Library & Information Science. The theme is New Challenges in Information Management: Issues and Opportunities for Librarianship. It is scheduled to be held from 1st Sept 2003 to 21st Sept 2003. The objective of this Refresher Course is to make Librarians feel fresh and updated after the training is over and really contribute to the teaching learning process. The eligibility conditions are mentioned below. Application Form will be sent upon receipt of an e-mail request. Minimum UGC Requirement for participation in Refresher Courses The Minimum UGC Requirement for participation in Refresher Courses is as follows: Here Librarian means either a College Librarian or a University Assistant Librarian/Lecturer In Library & Information Science who are in the pay scale of Rs.8000-13, 500 and above The gap in two successive Refresher Courses should normally be two years and may be relaxed if the adequate number of participants are not available or it is essential for the Librarian to fulfill eligibility condition for his/her career advancement. The College should be included in the List of Colleges under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, even though they may not yet be fit under Section 12-13 of the same Act. If the College has not yet come within the purview of Section 2(f) but have been affiliated to a University for at least five years may also participate in the Refresher Course. The last date for submission of applications is 15th August 2003. Alternatively, for further assistance you may contact Mr.Satish Kanamadi, Asst. Librarian ( Tel:022-25563290.Ext.285E mail: kanamadi(a)hotmail.com) Yours Sincerely, Dr.Mutttayya.Koganuramath University Librarian ************************************** DR. MUTTAYYA KOGANURAMATH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN Tata Institute of Social Sciences, P.B.No.8313, Sion-Trombay Rd., Deonar, Mumbai 400 088, INDIA. Ph: 91-22- 2556 3289-96; Extn.281(O) 91-22- 2558 3375(R) Direct: 91-22-25513350 Fax: 91-22- 2556 2912 E.Mail : muttayya(a)bom3.vsnl.net.in Website: www.geocities.com/tisslibraryin **************************************

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Cesus of India Map
by suvarsha 24 Jul '03

24 Jul '03

Hi, I found an interesting site where you can generate maps (of India) by different parameters using data from the Census of India. Could be useful to some of you in social sciences. http://www.censusindiamaps.net/ with regards, Suvarsha Minj Research Executive - KM Feedback Consulting 5th Floor, Oxford Towers 139, Airport Road Bangalore 560 008 Tel : 91-80-5201379 / 5201398 Fax : 91-80-5201402 Web : www.feedbackconsulting.com

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Psychology courses
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 23 Jul '03

23 Jul '03

Dear All: I am searching for information on Indian universities offering Master'd degree courses through DISTANCE MODE in Psychology/Applied Psychology/psychology-related subjects. I shall appreciate any useful pointers on this. Many thanks T.V. Prafulla Chandra --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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"CONSORTIUM OF LIBRARIES OF DAE"
by Dileep Ghoderao 21 Jul '03

21 Jul '03

To, The LIS Forum Manager and Members, Please click on below URL to view the "Consortium Workshop" details to be held at TIFR, Mumbai, you may fowrward these details to others. http://www.tifr.res.in/~libws All are most welcome. Regards, ===== D.B. Ghoderao(M.Com., M.Lib.I.Sc.) Scientific Assistant - B. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) ( Deemed University and National Centre of the Government of India for Nuclear Science and Mathematics) Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai-400 005 Phone: 022-22804545 Ext. 2584, Fax: 022-22804610, 22804611 URL: www.tifr.res.in\~library Send reply to email: ghoderao(a)yahoo.com __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! http://sbc.yahoo.com

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Free Access to All India Index to English Books in Print (AIIEBIP)
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 21 Jul '03

21 Jul '03

Dear All: Heres an announcement from NISC of potential interest to LIS practitioners and teachers: NISC is pleased to offer free access to All India Index to English Books in Print (AIIEBIP) for the entire month of July 2003. You can access the database at: http://www.nisc.com/factsheets/qebip.asp AIIEBIP includes the entire contents of Indian Books in Print (ed. by Sher Singh. Indian Bibligraphies Bureau, New Delhi) plus several thousands of new entries. It is available in two formats: CD-ROM and Internet-/Web-based. AIIEBIP is powered by NISCs inhouse-developed ROMWright software, acclaimed globally as one of the finest bibliographic and textual information search-and-retrieval softwares. We request all LIS practitioners and teachers to kindly explore AIIEBIP database and let us have your valuable feedback regarding its coverage and search features. Contact person: Anu K. Dürr, Director, AIIEBIP. Email: AIIEBIP(a)nisc.co.in T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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WebDewey Free Trial
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 19 Jul '03

19 Jul '03

Dear All: OCLC is offering one month free trial for WebDewey, the online version of DDC Edition 22. Please visit the following URL for registration: http://www.oclc.org/dewey/ The print edition of DDC 22 is scheduled for release this month. The WebDewey includes the entire content of print version of DDC22 plus much more explanation and examples, etc. Thanks T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Times Foundation
by Mailing List Manager 17 Jul '03

17 Jul '03

Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 15:38:30 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> For your information, please. Arun ------ The Times Foundation has been actively involved in spearheading initiatives in women's empowerment, education, health and self-development and in facilitating heightened visibility of development issues through the print and electronic media. We act as a point of convergence for government agencies, NGO's, the corporate sector and citizens to facilitate partnerships and enable the harnessing of synergies to press for policy level changes and for holistic development. The Times foundation website is being developed into a gateway for information on development issues, interventions , success stories and funding opportunities. It would acts as a virtual meeting point for the stakeholders in development-the funding agencies, grassroots organizations, advocacy agencies and volunteers and aims at generating awareness, encouraging dialogue and enabling partnerships. The Times Foundation is in the process of building and updating its information repository and invites ideas, deliberations, articles and analysis on development issues and experiences, which would be accessed by stakeholders across the development spectrum. The aim is to get the information across to people and organizations who believe in making a difference and who would join hands with us in furthering the common good. We look forward to your interest in this collective endeavor. Thanking you Kuldip nar Programs Manager Times Foundation 7, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg New Delhi - 110002 India Tel :011-23302103 Dir: 011-23302193 Email : kuldip.nar(a)timesgroup.com URL : http://www.timesfoundation.indiatimes.com

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InfoWatch - June 2003
by M.R Lalitha 17 Jul '03

17 Jul '03

Dear LIS-Forum member, The June 2003 issue of InfoWatch is now online, bringing you details of new Internet sites related to Science and Engineering. You can access the complete issue on the NCSI Web server at the URL : http://www.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/infowatch/iw.php You will also find earlier issues of InfoWatch here. For your convenience, the table of contents is given below. If you wish to be on the mailing list of InfoWatch to receive the complete issue by e-mail, let us know. Also mention your format preference - html or text. Regards -Lalitha M.R lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in ------------------------------------------------------------------------ InfoWatch Tracking Networked Scientific Information Sources and Services (An electronic update service brought to you by NCSI) June 2003 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this issue: 1. An Educational Tour of Nuclear Data 2. Annodex.net - Open standards for annotating and indexing networked media 3. BioCompare.com [Product reviews in Life Sciences] 4. Biodiversity Hotspots [A focus on 25 biologically rich areas around the world under significant threat of destruction] 5. Catalog of the Scientific Community in 16th and 17th Centuries 6. Computer Immune Systems 7. Copper Development Association 8. DSP Design Performance [Free Digital Filter Design Applets] 9. Electronic Review of Computer Books (ERCB) 10. ElsevierEngineering.com [Information resources for engineering research] 11. EquationSheet.com [Searchable directory of equations, constants, symbols and SI units] 12. Geometry in Action 13. Home Computer Security 14. Image Reduction and Analysis Facility (IRAF) 15. Infrared Zoo [Viewing animals with thermal infrared camera] 16. LTSN Bioscience ImageBank Pilot 17. Molecular Biology Protocols 18. NASA Technology Portal 19. Reference Guide for Instructional Design and Development [By IEEE] 20. Web-enabled Scientific Services & Applications ------------------------------------------------------------------------ About InfoWatch : InfoWatch is a monthly electronic newsletter, brought out by the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI) Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore - 560 012, INDIA. Information in the newsletter is collected and verified by NCSI staff.The newsletter aims to raise awareness of new sources of information on the Internet, particularly those which are relevant for higher education and research. Some items may be of relevance only to the IISc community.Resources reported here have been taken from various discussion lists and other network tools and no special claims are made for accuracy or originality. Most of the sources cited in the newsletter were checked at the time of publication, however it is possible that some of the resources are no longer available. We welcome comments about the newsletter and suggestions for resources to be featured. Please e-mail your comments to Infowatch editors: Ms. K. Thulasi (thulasi(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) & Ms. M. R. Lalitha (lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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