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International Conference on Building Knowledge Centres
by Kaustav Saha 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

International Conference on Building Knowledge Centres January 1-2 , 2015 At NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte, Karkala, Karntaka 1st January 2015 Prof. K.S .Raghavan, Visiting Scientist, Knowledge Analytics and Ontological Engineering, PESIT, Bangalore, will deliver key note address Guest of Honour Professor Bhim Dhoj Sresta, Head, LIS, Tribuvan University, Nepal DR Wathmednel Seneviratn, Librarian, Open University, Srilanka 11.45 AM 12.30 PM Invited talk Prof Famida Handy -- Invited Talk 12.30 to 1.30 PM Technical Session-1 2.00 PM 2.30 PM Invited Talk Prof. Bhim Dhoj Sresta 2.30 PM t0 3.30 PM Technical Session-II 2nd January, 2015 93.0 AM to 10.00 AM Prof. I.K Ravichandra Rao, Invited Talk 10.00 AM to 111.AM Technical Session- III 11.00 AM to 11.30 AM Invited TalkProf. K. Chandrasekaran, Prof of Computer Science,NITK, Suratkal 11.45 AM 12.15 PM Invited talk Dr. M.Krishnamurthy, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute 12.15 to 1.00 PM Technical Session 1.45 to 2.15 Invited Talk Dr. Khaiser Muneebulla Khan, Professor, Dept of LIS, Mangalore Univesity 2.15 to 2.45 PM Invited Talk- Professor Edwin, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA 2.45 PM 3.15 PM Invited Talk- Dr. M.K Bhandi , University Librarian, Mangalore University 3.30PM 4.50 PM Panel discussion Moderattor: Dr.Khaiser Muneenulla Khan Panelists : Dr. Wathemenel Sereniatne Prof. Mahesh Mudol Prof. Bhim Dhoj Sresta Dr. M.K .Bhandi, Librarian, Mangalore University Dr. Gopa Kumar, University Lirbarian, Goa University Dr. M.Krishnamurthy,DRTC, Indian Statistical Insitute Dr.Shivanda Bhat, Manipal University -- With regards, Kaustav Saha Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Workshop on “Research Paper Writing in Library and Information Science”
by Bharat Alasandi 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings from Bharatesh Education Trust's Global Business School, Belgaum. Our institute has been active in organizing Industry-relevant programs since inception. Continuing with this tradition, we have organized a two-day National Workshop on “Research Paper Writing in Library and Information Science” on 6th & 7th of February, 2015. *National Workshop on * *“Research Paper Writing in Library and Information Science” * It is necessary that a sound knowledge of research methodology is essential for undertaking any research activity or study. Statistics and data analysis methods are playing a major role in any research. Research methodology is systematic and organized effort to investigate a specific problem encountered in the work setting, which needs a solution. Library and information science profession is not exception from research, hence the professionals should always get involved in research activity. The outcome of the research should come out in the form of report with systematic findings. To keep pace with recent advancement in Library and Information Science, all the professionals have to be well versed with the latest developments in library science through research methodology. Keeping in view the importance of research for Library and Information science this workshop has been organized which will help to gain the knowledge and provide the platform to discuss and dialogue over the new dimensions in the field of LIS. *About Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School* Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School was established in the academic year 2009-10. It imparts quality education, inculcates professional skills among the aspiring youngsters and makes them exemplary business leaders. Students and faculties involved in quality research & consultancy. The school intends to set global standards for industry and community in order to bring social transformation. The BET’s Global Business School is accredited by NAAC with ‘*B*’ grade. It is also an ISO 9001:2008 certified institution, which aims to develop students with the right knowledge, skills and attitude to fit into the needs of the society to execute roles in the corporate world and contribute towards community development. Institute promotes Industry interaction with organizations of similar interest in order to develop global competency among students and ensure industry ready professionals. *Aims and Objectives of the workshop* This workshop is intended to provide participants research ability and help to develop research skills. The workshop’s intension is to have a cohesive mix of lecturing and practical skills. *Objectives* - Imbibe capacity to write a research paper and its publication - To equip participants conceptualize the hypothesis, design of research theme and to write a research proposals - To provide the platform for discussion on the methodological requirements of Research - To expose to the SPSS statistical analysis skills. *Areas covered* Research Methodology in Research Paper writing Research Design, literature review, Research methods, Formulation of Hypothesis Data collection tools Statistical Analysis with SPSS Different structures of the research papers and submission guidelines *Resource Persons* The resource persons are eminent professionals and experts in the field of Research Methodology, Library and Information Science and Management. *Target Participants* Library and Information Science Professionals Knowledge Management Professionals Library and Information science students *Duration: *2 days The workshop schedule shall be mailed to participants *Venue: *Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School, B.C. 188, Old P.B. Road, Belagavi *Registration fee* The registration fee is Rs. 1100/- (Eleven hundred Rupees) for Professionals& Research Scholars, and 750/- (Seven hundred and fifty Rupees) for students. It covers the cost of workshop kit, training materials, breakfast, lunch, tea and snacks. The payment may be made in the form of Demand Draft or cheque in favor of *Director, BET’s Global Business School* payable at Belgaum. Participants may also avail the facility of NEFT using the following details. Bank Name: Bank of India, Branch: Fort Road, Belgaum SB A/C No: 110010110004415 IFSC Code: BKID0001100 *Accommodation* Accommodation will be provided as per request at an additional cost or list of hotels with tariff shall be mailed based on request. *Application* The application for admission to the workshop may be submitted to Director, Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School, Belgaum on or before 31 st January, 2015. *Workshop Advisor* *Dr. Vinayak M. Bankapur* Chairman, Department of Library and Information Science Rani Channamma University, Belagavi *For further Information please contact* *Dr. Govind Welling* Director Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School B.C. 188, Old P.B. Road, Belagavi Phone: 0831-2421513 *co-ordinators * *Dr. A.R. Rotti* Professor Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School B.C. 188, Old P.B. Road, Belagavi Phone: 0831-2421513 *Mr. Bharat B. Alasandi* Librarian Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School B.C. 188, Old P.B. Road, Belagavi Phone: 0831-2421513, Mob: 9686190253/9986135406 Please forward the same to your known, associates, research scholars and delegates for reference & participation in the Workshop. Kindly let us know if any more information is needed in this regards. -- Bharat B. Alasandi Librarian Bharatesh Education Trusts Global Business School B.C. 188 Fort Road Belgaum - 6 Karnataka E-mail : bharatalasandi(a)gmail.com Phone: 9986135406/9686190253 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NEW YEAR GREETINGS
by Aragonda L Moorthy 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

DEAR FRIENDS *The Boarding on Flight ✈ 2015 has been announced .* *Our luggage should only contain the best souvenirs from 2014. Leave the bad and sad moments in the garbage. The duration of the flight will be 12 months. So, tighten your seat belt. * *The next stop-overs will be = Health, Love, Joy, Harmony, Well-Being and Peace. Wish the following menu to be served during the flight: A Cocktail of Friendship A Supreme of Health A Gratin of Prosperity A Bowl of Excellent News A salad of Success A Cake of Happiness All accompanied by bursts of laughter. I and my Family Wish you and your family an enjoyable trip on board of flight ✈ 2015.* Dr AL Moorthy, Former Director-DESIDOC & Chief Consultant (Inf Sci), BrahMos Aerospace, Hyderabad Centre, Adj: DRDL Rear Gate, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad-500058 Ph: (O) 040-24087058; Mob: 09951212000 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg: Project Assistants opening in IIT Hyderabad
by Siva Shankar Kimidi 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

Dear Sir: Season's greetings and good morning !!! Kindly post the below Project Assistants announcement in LISForum. Thank you very much Sir. Best regards Siva Shankar Kimidi IIT Hyderabad --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear All: Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad announced 02 positions for ‘Project Assistants’ to work in IITHLibrary <http://library.iith.ac.in/>. For more details kindly browse the link <http://www.iith.ac.in/recruitment/pdf%20files/Requirement%20of%20Project%20…> Best Regards, Siva -- Regards Siva Shankar K Mob: +919908035478 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Professional Development Programme (PDP) at TERI - KM Division
by Shantanu Ganguly 30 Dec '14

30 Dec '14

Dear Professional: In an era of Knowledge-Based Economy, knowledge remains an essential service, yet organizations are cutting costs and more and more information professionals are struggling to demonstrate their true value. The core skills and capabilities required by Information professionals are changing by the day. In today's context, information professionals are expected to communicate constantly within their organization, their clienteles, and integrate themselves into new areas, build key and productive relationships, and pro-actively demonstrate their value. Information professionals need to justify their value and become pro-actively involved in the most effective way possible. Realizing these facts, it become outmost important for informational professionals to excel current and recent challenges in this dynamic knowledge society. The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) is organizing a workshop on *“Professional Development Programme (PDP) for Information Professionals 2015 on “Managerial Core Competency Development” from 17-19 February, 2015 at TERI, India Habitat Center, New Delhi.* For more details click on below url: http://www.teriin.org/library/teri_lib/Teri_Library.html <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.teriin.org%2Flibrary%2Fteri_…> You are requested to kindly attend or nominate one candidate from your esteemed organization for the same before 30th January 2015. With best regards *Shantanu* ==================================== *Shantanu Ganguly, M.Sc, M.LibSc, MBA, PGDCA, **PhD* Fellow and Area Convenor Knowledge Management Division TERI India Habitat Center Complex Lodhi Road New Delhi - 110003 Tel: 011-24682100 (Extn 2762) Email: shantanu.ganguly(a)teri.res.in ----------------------------------------------------------------- A-67, Chittaranjan Park, First Floor New Delhi-110019 Tel (R): 011-26272596 (M): 9811330235 Email: sganguly67(a)gmail.com, sg.knowledgemanagement(a)gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congrats to Dr chakravarthi. New director of RRRLF
by naglaxman 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Hi frnds I join every professional in the country along with members of Telangana Library Association to congratulate Dr Chakravarthi on the occasion of his taking over as DG of RRRLF. We wish him all success in his new job. Hope the public libraries will see a new direction and enhanced growth under his leadership. God bless him and strengthen him to serve more to people of this country under the leadership of Sri MODI JI. LAXMAN RAO On Dec 28, 2014 11:38 AM, "P. S. Mukhopadhyay" <psmukhopadhyay(a)gmail.com> wrote: -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Mission on Libraries: Disseminating Knowledge for the Developing Societies
by Bidyarthi Dutta 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Call For Paper: 2nd Announcement UGC Sponsored Two Day National Seminar March 12-13, 2015 Organised by *Department of Library and Information Science* Vidyasagar University Midnapore – 721 102 West Bengal, India Sub Themes - Public Library Networking in India - Public Librarianship in India - Role of National Informatics Centre Network (NICNET), India - Role of Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundation (RRRLF) - Role of National Knowledge Commission (NKC) - Role of National and Regional Level Library Associations - Creation of National Virtual Libraries of India (NVLI) - Setting up of NML Model Libraries - NML and Public Libraries - NML and Future of Higher Education in India - Recommendations of Different Education Commissions of India and NML - NML and Future of Different Library System We invite articles on the above-mentioned sub-themes. Full paper in MS-Word 2007 format and of maximum 3000 words using APA Style of citation in CD or by e-mail and a hard copy of the same must reach us on or before Friday, January 23, 2015. An edited volume will be published with the selected articles presented in the seminar along with some invited papers. Important dates: Deadline for sending abstract (400-500 words): January 10, 2015; Notification of acceptance of paper: January 15, 2015; Deadline for sending full paper: January 23, 2015; The papers to be submitted must follow the specifications as listed below:- 1. Format: MS-Word 2007 2. Font: Calibri (Body) 3. Font size-Title: 16 4. Font size-Author(s), Address(es) and Affiliation(s), Abstract (400-500 words) and Keywords: 14 5. No. of keywords: 7-10 6. Font size-Main text: 12 7. Indentation: Justified 8. Line spacing: 1.5 9. Margin: 1 on all sides 10. Maximum word limit: 4000 11. Reference style: APA The authors are hereby requested to clearly mention the sub-theme in the abstract. Authors of accepted papers will be communicated through e-mail. The abstract and full paper should be sent to the following address: vudlisseminar2015(a)gmail.com *N.B* *I) All manuscripts should be unpublished original work.* II) An author can contribute more than one paper. However, paper presentation by an individual author would preferably be only once throughout the seminar and for any one of his/her contributed articles. III) The author/authors should provide their name/names, address of the institution along with telephone no., fax no. and e-mail ID. -- Dr. Bidyarthi Dutta Asst. Professor Department of Library & Information Science Vidyasagar University Midnapore-721 102 West Bengal India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seeds distributed through public libraries
by Subbiah Arunachalam 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Public libraries not just for lending and reading books. They are also places where you can get seeds (in the US). Says Cindy Conner: "Public libraries have begun to add seeds to their offerings and you will find more seed libraries as part of public library programs than any other venue." < http://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/seed-libraries-zbcz1412.as… > Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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OA to culture
by Subbiah Arunachalam 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Friends: Although this is a forum for ALL of library and information science, I guess most members are academic librarians interested in STEM and teachers of LIS; public librarians constitute a very small percent of the members. But thankfully special libraries do provide access to what we expect from public libraries. I have enjoyed the benefits of such catholicity of interest of special libraries for a long time. I wish to draw your attention to some great art made openly available. < http://www.openculture.com/2014/12/the-tate-digitizes-70000-works-of-art.ht… >. This site also points to other OA art collections: The British Library Puts 1,000,000 Images into the Public Domain, Making Them Free to Reuse & Remix <http://www.openculture.com/2013/12/british-library-puts-1000000-images-into…> The Metropolitan Museum of Art Puts 400,000 High-Res Images Online & Makes Them Free to Use <http://www.openculture.com/2014/05/the-met-puts-400000-high-res-images-onli…> The National Gallery Makes 25,000 Images of Artwork Freely Available Online <http://www.openculture.com/2013/06/the_national_gallery_makes_25000_images_…> LA County Museum Makes 20,000 Artistic Images Available for Free Download <http://www.openculture.com/2013/03/la_county_museum_makes_20000_artistic_im…> Then, of course, we have DPLA, Europeana, and Internet Archive. There are many only we can digitize all of their collections and make them openly available to the world ... .... Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sad demise of three Professional veterans
by Ashok Asundi 29 Dec '14

29 Dec '14

Dear All LIS Professionals It is painful to inform you that in the last few days we have lost two well known professional veterans. They are Sri D.N.Nagaraja Rao, Sri T.V. Venkataramanaiah and Dr. Velaga Venkatappaiah. Sri Nagaraja rao served at Mysore in NIE and Ramakrishna School and has been doing free consultancy to many young professionals. Despite his age and unable to walk steadily, he seldom missed any LIS conference and would cherish the proceedings. Has always loved the profession and has also excelled in CDS/ISIS Micro version and has build databases on some rare items. I had an opportunity visit his house at Mysore and saw a good personal library. He was 82 years old. Sri Venkataramanaiah, Ret. (VRS) Dy. Librarian, Bangalore University, Bangalore was a close associate of Sri B.S. Keshavan. Sri Venkatamanaiah worked in National Library of India and was associated with the National Bibliography of Indian Literature compiled under the able editorial leadership of Sri Keshavan. A scholar in Kannada Literature, served the University ardently and built a collection of Kannada Works in Bangalore University known as "Karnatakana" which provided scholars all material under one roof. He has many compilations to his credit. Brought out many bibliographic tools and India Book House assigned work to compile a bibliography of their publications. Sri Venkatamanaiah has compiled works on Idioms on more than two hundred subjects. For example idioms on Bhatki, Jnana, Marriage and so on. I used to get his works on gratis and I have about 100 of them with me. It is treasure house of kannada works and for this tremendous work he was given a commemoration as "SUKTI RATNAKAR". We have lost a great librarian cum kannada scholar. He had a great personal respect, he took VRS because he was abused by a Student at Bangalore University during his service, and the authorities that be then did not make efforts to retain him and let him go. He was 82 years old. Recently I got a message from Dr. Karisiddappa that Dr. Velega Vekatappaiah has passed away. Dr. Velaga an expert in Public Lbrary system and has authored many books in Telagu to popularise the LIS through regional language. Dr Venkatappaiah has also revised in 1994 the model public library Act, first brought out by DR.SRR. He was also closely associated with Prof. PN Kaula and has been looking after his Endowments very well. He was 82 it is very sad hear the demise of these three veterans with whom I had a very close contact and relations and I knew them very well personally. I pray Almighty on behalf all professional fraternity, to their souls to RIP. With profound regards to the departed souls. Prof. A.Y.Asundi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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