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Advertisement for the position of Library Trainee(s) at LNMIIt Jaipur
by shweta 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

The Institute invites applications for the position of Library Trainee(s) -03 on purely temporary basis for period of 01 year, which may extended upto three years, subject to satisfactory performance. The selected candidate will gets hands-on experience in different library activities such as Acquisition, Circulation, Reference, Inter Library Loan, managing electronic and online resources, information services etc. and will also get an exposure to work in fully computerized library and with IT tools. The Library may remain open till late hours, hence selected trainees will be required to work in shifts on rotation basis. *Stipend:* Subject to satisfactory performance, the amount of stipend shall be as below: First Year: Rs.11, 000/- per month Second Year: Rs.12, 000/- per month Third Year: Rs.13, 000/- per month *Essential Qualifications and Experiences:* Students who have Post graduate in Library Information Science (M. Lib & Sc.) with “Regular Course” with First Class may kindly apply. Students who have appeared for final exam and awaiting results may also apply but must produce the final marks sheet at the time of interview, in proof of having passed the examination with First Class. Candidates must have basic knowledge of computer and preferably working knowledge of any library software/open source software and should be IT applications savvy. Candidates who have served the position of Library trainee at other institutes should not apply. Candidates may note that the above positions are purely temporary and do not lead to the permanent of the absorption of the candidate in the Institute. The Candidate will not be treated on par with regular employee of the Institute and shall have no right to claim implicit or explicit for their absorption or regularization. Candidates who have served the position of Library trainee at other institutes should not apply. Interested candidates may send their resume at library.lnmiit(a)gmail.com or shweta.pandey(a)lnmiit.ac.in by dated 16 July 2016. Selection of candidates will be based on their consistent academic record & performance in the personal interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Interview may likely to be held in first week of August 2016. Dear Moderator: You are kindly requested to post the advertisement on the forum. Regards, Shweta Pandey ================================================= By not printing this email you've helped save paper, ink, and millions of trees. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Conference - University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
by Dr. R. Balasubramani 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

*Dear Professionals* I am happy to inform you that the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka organized three days International Conference on 21 – 23 October, 2016. Call for papers THEME “Information for Sustainable development: challenges & opportunities” * SUB THEMES* National and International Historical Perspective of information sciences Library Education and Continuing Professional Development Emerging Leadership Skills Research Methodologies in the context of development process Data mining, migration, data harvesting etc. Information networks Cloud Computing Technologies Social media and libraries Learning management systems- E learning, open learning etc. Information literacy in digital age Indigenous Knowledge of Intangible Cultural Heritage Resource Management and control Collaboration of resources, knowledge and expertise Millennial Customers Green Library Initiatives Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials Digitization of Library Materials Diversity of users and user needs Innovation, best practices, quality assurance etc. *Conference Dates 21 – 23 October 2016* Last date of Submission of Abstracts 15th August 2016 Notification of Acceptance 30th August 2016 Submission of Full Papers 15th October 2016 Poster submissions- Abstract 15th September 2016 *For Authors* Guidelines for paper submission Abstracts should be limited one A4 size page and contain the title of the paper, name of the author, institutional affiliation, email address and approximately five keywords in addition to the text of 250-300 words. Times New Roman in 12-point font size can be used for the text and it should be sent in both Word and PDF formats. All abstracts and correspondence related to the conference should be sent to info.iclim(a)gmail.com only. Payment: International (SAARC) $ 100.00 International (Other) $ 150.00 *Accommodation:* We would be happy to help participants to find accommodations to suit to their budget. However, bookings and payments have to be done by participants. For Further Information: http://www.kln.ac.lk/conf/ICLIM2016/ -- Dr. R. Balasubramani Assistant Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Bharathidasan University, Trichy. Cell: 9994889426 http://library.bdu.ac.in/library_staff5.php http://drbalasubramani.webs.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Face a Book Challenge: Project video released
by S.L. Faisal 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

Dear All, You may watch a video about the innovative summer reading programme, 'Face a Book Challenge' (FaB Challenge), organized by the Kendriya Vidyalaya Pattom Library. Watch the FaB Challenge Project video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m9c69D9x5pY (use full screen mode). Visit the FaB Challenge website to know more: https://faceabookinfo.wordpress.com/ I welcome your comments and suggestions. Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala, India Mobile: +91 9447699724 http://slfaisal.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram - Walk-in Interview for Library Trainee position
by Saji S Nair 23 Jun '16

23 Jun '16

Dear All, Prospective candidates are invited for a walk-in-interview for the post of Library Trainee at Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Date : 5 July 2016, 9.30 am No. of post: One Qualification: BLISc Stipend: 5000/- per month. Age: Below 30 years (As on 1 January 2016) Candidates meeting the above requirements are to bring their original certificates. Please see the link: http://www.rcctvm.org/Library%20Apprentice.pdf Thanks and regards *--------------------------------- * * Dr. Saji S. Nair * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Library & Information Services Division *I* Regional Cancer Centre Medical College Campus *I* Thiruvananthapuram - 695011 *I **Kerala* *I **INDIA* 91 471 2522225 (*O*) *I* 91 471 2394252 (*R*) *I* 09446014130 (*Mob*) Email: sajikalliyoor(a)gmail.com *I* sajisnair(a)rcctvm.gov.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Net neutrality
by Subbiah Arunachalam 22 Jun '16

22 Jun '16

Librarians in the US fought for net neutrality and won. https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-scoop/ala-libraries-win-day… Net neutrality is under threat in India too and we must save it. 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.

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Five Days National Workshop Cloud Computing, Virtualization and Network Management 2016
by subi 22 Jun '16

22 Jun '16

Dear Professionals, Its a matter of great privilege that the INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat is organising Five Days National Workshop Cloud Computing, Virtualization and Network Management on June 27th to July 1st, 2016 at Information & Library Network Centre (INFLIBNET), Gandhinagar, Gujarat,India. This workshop offers a better understanding of the network architecture, design, management, concept of virtualization, its benefits and uses, concept of cloud computing and its applications. It also provides a platform to gain ?hands-on? experience on cloud computing and network management. The workshop is intended for the IT and library professionals to gets real-time ?hands-on? experience on configuration of switches, firewall, access points, ACL, server hardening, load balancing, TCP/IP, cloud computing and virtualization which are very important..This is a good opportunity to brush up as well as gets trained as a professional in such an area. For further details, kindly refer to the brochure and registration form attached herewith. -- Miss SUBOOHI SIDDIQUI STO-1 (LS) INFLIBNET Centre Gandhinagar email id: suboohi(a)inflibnet.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for 'Library Professional Trainees' at the Library IIT Gandhinagar Gujarat
by Panna Chaudhary 22 Jun '16

22 Jun '16

Dear Colleagues, We would highly appreciate if you could kindly bring the following announcement to the notice of interested candidates and also request you to recommend potential candidates to work with us. *INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GANDHINAGAR* Vacancy for* Library Professional Trainees* *2016-17* The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGn) library is looking for young, dynamic, tech- savvy, highly motivated and committed *fresh Post-Graduates in Library & Information Science* from recognized Indian universities to serve as *Library Professional Trainees *purely on a temporary basis for one year. *Essential Qualifications: Master’s in Library & Information Science (MLISc) or equivalent with First Class* *Nature of Traineeship*: Learn while you work on different functions & services of the library. *Duration*: The duration of traineeship will be for one year (usually July-July). *Remuneration*: Consolidated stipend of Rs.20,000/- per month. *The selected candidates will have to work from Monday-Saturday (six days a week) and be ready to work in different shifts and weekends on rotation basis.* No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the written test & interview. Selection of candidates will be based on their consistent academic record & performance in the written test & personal interview. *Number of Trainees to be admitted:* FIVE *Age Limit*: 26 years as on 2nd July, 2016 (the date of test & interview). Relaxation for SC, ST & PD category Candidates Qualifications: MLISc or equivalent with 60%, Age Limit-31 years Interested candidates *who meet the above mentioned basic requirements* may send their application in a prescribed form along with *resume* inserting a passport size photograph to it and all required documents, to librarytrainees(a)iitgn.ac.in *by 20th June, 2016* *and directly come for the written test & interview without waiting for a call letter. The written test will be in English. Candidates are requested to bring with them the certificates (original & one set of photocopy) in support of date of birth, qualifications & category.* Candidates who have appeared for their final year examination and are expecting the results before the test & interview date may also apply, *but must produce the final marks sheet at the time of test & interview, in proof of them having passed the examination in FIRST CLASS without which the candidate will not be allowed to attend the test and interview.* *Date for written test & interview*: *2nd July, 2016 (Saturday) at 10.00am.* *Venue for written test & interview*: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, Palaj, Gandhinagar- 382355. *How to Reach IITGN Campus:* http://www.iitgn.ac.in/how-to-reach.htm For more information about the Institute, Library and this announcement, please visit http://www.iitgn.ac.in/staff-on-contract.htm *INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GANDHINAGAR* *Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar * Palaj, Gandhinagar - 382355, India Tel.: 91-79-32454368 Email: librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in *APPLICATION FOR ‘LIBRARY PROFESSIONAL TRAINEE’ (2016-2017)* *1.* *First Name* : Please affix here your passport size photo and sign across *2.* *Last Name* : *2.* *Date of Birth & Age* : *3.* *Gender* : *Male / Female* *4.* *Category**(Please tick the appropriate box)* *:* *GEN* *SC* *ST* *OBC* *PD* *5.* *Address for Correspondence* *:* *6.* *Email ID* *:* *7.* *Mobile / Phone No* *:* *Academic Qualification:* *9.* *Education Qualifications (specify result is awaited if appeared for final exam)* *Degree* *Board/University* *Year of Passing* *Percentage/CGPA* *Class / Division* *Subjects* *M.L.I.Sc <http://M.L.I.Sc>.* *Graduation* *Other Qualifications* *10.* *Experience, if any* *Employer Name* *Designation* *Salary* *From* *To* *Total No. of Years* *References:* *11.* *Sr. #* *Person Name* *Organization* *Designation* *Contact No.* *Other Information *(Any other details you may like to add) *: * *DECLARATION* I hereby declare that the particulars given in this form are true and correct. At any stage if any of the information furnished by me is found to be false or incorrect, suitable action may be taken against me. If selected, I promise to abide by the rules and regulations of the institute. *Place:* *Date: * *Signature of the Applicant * Librarian, IIT Gandhinagar Thanks -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on Creativity, Innovation and Transformation in Libraries
by Hariharan 21 Jun '16

21 Jun '16

National Conference on Creativity, Innovation and Transformation in Libraries (SALIS 2016) Date: 8th & 9th July 2016 Organized by Department of Library K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology Jointly with Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) About the Conference Creativity is bringing a new idea that can be used to solve a problem or improve a method or system. Innovation is the implementation of new ideas to produce a new service or product. Creativity and innovations are different from each other, but they are interrelated in one way or the other. Libraries are undergoing tremendous changes and witnessing a paradigm shift from closed to open, physical space to learning space, physical wall to wired wall, print to electronic, collection to content, local to global resources and access, ownership to access license, reading for learning, etc. Technology changed the traditional way of collection development, acquiring resources, storing and access methods, delivery mechanism, distribution channels in libraries. These rapidly changing information environment calls for restructuring information services and professions in major ways. Libraries are thriving halls of learning, creativity, and community growth. The libraries of tomorrow should be designed not only for housing resources, reading and lending, but also for providing an environment for learning commons, information common, teaching, research, sharing and collaboration. It should be well-equipped to deliver the library services to the digital, community. They are the way to embrace technology and avoid digital exclusion. In this context, LIS professionals should constantly introduce and adopt creative and innovative ideas and methods using the latest ICT technologies, devices, social software tools and techniques wherever needed to address and transform the sweeping and dramatic changes that are taking place in the library environment. Re-engineering, reinventing, re-visiting the library to improve and extend the existing systems and services are paramount in the changing information landscape. Therefore, LIS professionals should acquire the necessary skills to translate the user’s present and future requirements. This national conference will act as a platform to the participants and stakeholders to discuss and find creative and innovative ideas and methods not only to meet the present and future user’s demands and also to adapt to the changing library environment. Conference Objectives To discuss the sweeping changes that are taking place in the library environment To transform library from physical space to active learning space To integrate and connect library resources and users using latest the ICT tools and techniques To introduce creative and innovative ideas and methods to transform the library to cope with the change To re-engineer, reinvent and re-visit the library to improve and extend the existing systems and services To use mobile and other electronic devices to access the resources and deliver the service to the users wherever they are To evolve innovative and best practices to enhance the library systems and services Themes and Sub-Themes Transforming Library from Physical Space to Active Learning Space Inclusive design: for housing resources, reading, lending and also for research, sharing and collaborating Space for- Learning and research activities - for Technology: social software tools for creating and sharing resources - visualization Technology Lending: laptop, ipad, tablets, cameras, cables and accessories Display posters: List of highly cited papers, new additions and quotes in library premises Cloud based collection: Security and storage issues. Technology Enabled Innovative Services Mobile Technology for accessing, sharing and collaborating: mobile apps for MOPAC- search- status - request service - reservation - renewal-survey, alerts- review-library tour QR Codes; Mobile Scanning; SMS - one way - two way -Transaction; Security technologies to provide access to authorized users and monitor user movement Book Vending machine-Library Kiosk- E-book Store- e-lending Disability services- Assistive Technology for differently abled users to access library resources; Library automation: integrating users and resources for collaboration and sharing-case studies Cloud based Library automation and services; Innovative Library Services using Social Networking To facilitate communication, collaboration and sharing resources with users using Instant Messaging system: Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, MySpace, YouTube, Podcasting, LinkedIn, RSS, Flicker, Wiki, Blogs, Social Bookmark; Promoting and marketing library services: Creating user group for quick announcement, sharing links and information-information about library and resources Posting Library programmes/ announcement –posters – training materials- guides- new additions-campus news- request research papers Ask a Librarian-FAQ-Library instructions; Invite students to register IL Programmes-getting comments-feedback-surveys; Outreach programmes - off-campus service-Online book club; Single window access to library resources – portal Innovative User Centric and Research Support Services Designing new process, products and news services- delivery channels- methods Value added services for Research: Resources for Research – Research tools - Course guides, Research Consultation-Research Assistance and promotion- Research Funds- Peers in the field- Subject experts – Seminar and conferences Scholarly communication and open access- Literature review-bibliography; List of top ranking journals- Citation studies-highly cited papers- Impact Factor- H-index- WOS, Scopus, Google Scholar - predatory journals- Reference Management/Citation Tools Anti plagiarism – Copyright and digitization issues – Licensing; Enhancing visibility of research work - IR- self archive; Delivering e-content and research via e-mail, internet and social software- Get it service, ILL Federated and discovery services; Adding metadata and context to full-text research papers-Preparing e-index and linking to digital resources; Displaying creative, innovative and out of box ideas- Library Liaison Program Content Management and E-Learning Case studies of building content creation, management and sharing using Word press - Drupal and Joomla - for Conference website - Library web site– training courses; Adding - access and managing digital content- content delivery; Developing e-learning courses, tutorials and IL programmes for collaborative learning using Moodle and other similar software; Linking Library resources-Catalogue–E-resources–Database Online help – FAQ-Quiz-Chatting and Users participation. Innovative Best Practices and Collaboration in Libraries Re-defining- Re-engineering- Re-inventing, Revisiting existing library vision and mission, process and practices for significant improvement of the existing system and exploring new system; Designing new process, procedures and practices using creative and innovative ideas-resource building -e-resource management-how to search and retrieve library resources -organization of resources; Library training programme-Liaison and ILL-Collaboration and partnership-technology updates-refresher course For Students: Student internship-participative programmes-Students’ Assistance Fund Raising-Book Exhibition-Scanning, Printing and photocopying-Document copy supply service-Citation Studies Capacity building initiatives for LIS professionals to learn acquire and adopt innovative skills- creative collaboration and partnership with public and other libraries and institutions. Registration Fee LIS Professionals (Full conference kit) Rs.1000 Research Scholars and LIS Students (Regular), Participants (without paper) (Kit without conference bag and proceedings) Rs. 500 Registration fee should be paid through Demand Draft drawn in favour of 'The Principal, K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology’ payable at ‘Tiruchengode’ and addressed to the Organizing Secretary,SALIS 2016 The online payment details will be provided on request. Important Dates Last date for Registration 25.06.2016 Conference Websites www.ksrct.ac.in www.salis2016.wordpress.com www.salis.in Address for Communication Dr.A.M.Venkatachalam Organizing Secretary, SALIS 2016 & Librarian K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology (An Autonomous Institution) KSR Kalvi Nagar, Tiruchengode - 637215, Tamil Nadu, India. Phone : 04288-274741-44, Extn.400,404,401 Fax : 04288-274745 Mobile : 9994250222 E-Mail : ksrctsalis16(a)gmail.com Web : www.ksrct.ac.in Sent from my iPhone -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for artilce
by Hemanth Rao KR 21 Jun '16

21 Jun '16

Dear Sir/Madam, I need below mentioned article for my research study purpose. Could anyone please send me the copy if you have access to it. Thank you. 1. Memon, Mumtaz Ali and Nor, Khalil MD (2016), *Personality traits influencing knowledge sharing in student supervisor relationship: a structural equation modelling analysis, *Journal of Information & Knowledge Management, 15(2), 1-18. Regards, Hemanth Rao KR, Library Officer, Central Library, HAL, Bangalore Ph: 9611695838 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Glimpses of ISKCOM 2016
by Ravindra Mendhe 21 Jun '16

21 Jun '16

Dear LIS Professionals Greeting ! International Symposium on Knowledge and Communication , Jointly organized by NMIMS University Shirpur Campus India and KKU University Thailand on June 10-11, 2016 at NMIMS MPTP Shirpur ,Dist- dhule, Maharashtra, India Kindly see the Glimpses of ISKCOM 2016. https://youtube.com/watch?v=_Xq5vkTMI1E <https://youtu.be/_Xq5vkTMI1E> Thanks for your cooperation. Sincerely, Ravindra Mendhe Organizing Secretary - ISKCOM 2016 NMIMS - Shirpur Campus - India website: http://ravindramendhe.weebly.com/ https://sites.google.com/site/ravindramendhe/ http://ravindra4474.wix.com/ravindralibrary http://circular.lislinks.com/ http://www.scoop.it/t/iskcom/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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