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Fw: Fwd: The library of the Université de Montréal vs. Wiley
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: LIBLICENSE <liblicense(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Jan 16, 2014 at 3:49 AM Subject: The library of the Université de Montréal vs. Wiley To: LIBLICENSE-L(a)listserv.crl.edu From: Jean-Claude Guédon <jean.claude.guedon(a)umontreal.ca> Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2014 16:31:32 -0500 It has long argued that the cost of access to scholarly and periodicals was rising at an unsustainable rate. Here is confirmation of the fact. Recent budgetary cutbacks in the Province of Quebec have led the director of libraries at the Université de Montréal (disclosure: my university) to refuse to renew the "Big Deal" with Wiley. The publisher has responded by rather drastic price offers and absurd arguments (as you will be able to read below). In effect - and this is a new one for me - your subscription rates with a publisher may depend on how long a faithful customer you have been. In other words, if you are not a good boy or a good girl, we shall punish you. In the airplane industry, I had heard of frequent travelers enjoying free or cheap upgrades, but I had never heard that less frequent travelers had to pay more for their seats! Are publishers even worse than airlines? I have translated the French-language announcement that is available on the site of our libraries and which you can check for yourself if Molière's tongue is not too esoteric for you. The URL is http://www.bib.umontreal.ca/communiques/20140115-DB-annulation-periodiques-… One conclusion emerges immediately: confidentiality clauses are something to be rejected generally, as a collective move to put the publishers on notice that the advantage of the panoptic position is not theirs alone. The prisoner's dilemma is not to be accepted. The second thing to mention is that the director of our libraries is going to need all the support he can get from both within the university (and he has it here) and across all universities, especially ARL universities. I should hope that messages of support and ideas as to tactics, as well as sharing of similar experiments may converge toward him at richard.dumont(a)umontreal.ca . Canadian librarians, in particular, should quickly show their full support for the courageous move of our Library Director. Here is the announcement aimed at the university community that came out last afternoon and which I translated this morning: ******* January 14th, 2014. Out of 1510 periodicals in the Wiley Online Library,the Université de Montréal is cancelling subscriptions to 1142 titles at the end of January. As a result, and from this point on, the articles found in the cancelled titles will no longer be available on-line. However, access to earlier issues will be entirely maintained. This action results from a process that started a long while ago. The financial cut-backs imposed by the Québec government only accelerated the decision process. The result of the analysis is simple: libraries have been driven to the wall because of the yearly rise of subscriptions to periodicals that hover between 3% and 6%. They cannot go on cutting back the acquisition of monographs to compensate for such price increases. As a result, this conclusion, as well as the adopted solution, would have been the same a few years down the line, independently of the financial context. Please note that libraries at McGill University also subscribe to the periodicals owned by John Wiley &Sons. In 2014, the Université de Montréal pays as much as McGill but can access only 368 periodicals while McGill benefits from full access to the 1510 titles in the Wiley collection. The publisher refuses to grant us the same conditions as McGill because – such is the pretext - McGill has subscribed to the Wiley Online Library longer. If, this year,the Université de Montréal wanted access to the full collection, it would have to add $243,000(Canadian) to what McGill pays despite the fact that usage of Wiley periodicals at the Université de Montréal is 45% lower than at McGill. The unique characteristics of each periodical is what has allowed publishers, for several years, to hold its university customers captive.Publishers can set prices at will, and do so all the more easily that the market is concentrated in the hands of 5 multinational companies. Stéphanie Gagnon, Head of collections at the Université de Montréal, explains that “John Wiley & Sons is one of the multinationals with which we must deal”. Since 1986, in the larger universities of North America, the acquisition budget for periodicals has grown four times as fast as inflation. The pace of these increases is unsustainable and a crisis cannot be avoided. This reasoning has brought the Administration of the Libraries at the Université de Montréal to begin a campaign aiming at increasing the university community's consciousness in this regard. Louise Béliveau, Vice-President (students and sustainable development) of the Université de Montréal believes that “the research community must rally together if better financial conditions are to be obtained: few publishers will take the chance that a revolt might deprive them of their raw materials and a free work force. Yet, it is clear that libraries alone will not succeed because they simply do not carry the weight of the publishers' oligopoly.” The Administration of the libraries is fully conscious that such cancellations will impact teaching and research: the maintained subscriptions correspond to 71.4% of use in 2012. To alleviate this situation a little, the $3.00 fee for inter-library loans of articles is cancelled. In the coming months, Professor Vincent Larivière, an expert in bibliometrics and infometrics who holds a Research Chair in our School of Library and Information Science, will work on refining the methodology used to select periodicals. This will be followed by a broad consultation of researchers which, in 2015, will likely lead to various decision updates. In Summary * In 2012, John Wiley & Sons has announced profits amounting to $437 millions of dollars out of a total revenue stream of 1 billion dollars. * In our university, financial cutbacks imposed by the Québec Government have translated into decreases in acquisition in 2012-3 and 2013-4. * The libraries at the Université de Montréal will renew their subscriptions to 368 periodicals (out of the 1510 titles that make up the full collection of Wiley Online Library). For the same cost, McGill University has access to the full collection. * Wiley Periodicals that have been published before 2014 will remain accessible. * The subscriptions that have been maintained correspond to 71.4% of use in 2012. * Periodical articles can be ordered through Inter-library loans (ILS). Delivery is done by e-mail and within five business days. The $3 fee is cancelled to soften the impact of cancellations. * The method used to select titles will be refined and will be followed by a consultation of researchers. The list of titles that are maintained will be modified accordingly. A line has to be drawn in the sand! Jean-Claude Guédon Professeur titulaire Littérature comparée Université de Montréal -- Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Applications invited for the posts of Librarian by University of Agricultural sciences, Bangalore
by Srinivasa V 13 Jan '14

13 Jan '14

Dear Sir/Friends Applications invited for the posts of Librarian by University of Agricultural sciences,Bangalore. for More information visit website: http://www.uasbangalore.edu.in/images/attachments/opportunities/notificatio… Scale of pay :Rs.37400-67000+AGP 10000 The Librarian post is tenurial with a term of three years or the date of superannuation of the appointee whichever is earlier and is for one term only. No Reservation is applicable to this Post. With Best Regards Srinivasa.V Asst.Librarian, UAS Library, GKVK, Bangalore. Phone: 080-23636243 ext-272 Mobile: 09986560565 Fax: 91-080-234648343 e-Mail: vsrinivas28(a)gmail.com Web: www.libsri.yolasite.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KNOWLEDGE AS POWER
by Ragaavendra R 13 Jan '14

13 Jan '14

Dear Moderator pls circulate. Dear professional read this given below article written by MADHAV GADGIL, chairman, Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel. Highlighted on significance of Wikipedia and creation of knowledge database, Wonderful write up. Appeared in today's Hindu. KNOWLEDGE AS POWER<http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/knowledge-as-power/article5571219.ece?…> Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- 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 Library Automation (Koha), Content Management System (Joomla) & Data Migration: Challenges and Prospects
by Vinod Kumar Mishra 13 Jan '14

13 Jan '14

Dear All, In continuation with our efforts to enhance Library services via development of Library website ( http://library.nitrkl.ac.in/ ), publishing of library e-newsletter ( http://library.nitrkl.ac.in/enewsletter/enewsletter.pdf ) User Education Programme etc. for NIT Rourkela, Now we have planned to share our technical and professional knowledge with Library professionals through a Series (Empowering Library Professionals to Empower society) of workshop/Seminar/Conferences etc. So Biju Patnaik Central Library of NIT Rourkela is proud to announce first National Workshop on "Library Automation (Koha), Content Management System (Joomla) & Data Migration: Challenges and Prospects" from 02-05 May, 2014 under the Series "Empowering Library Professionals to Empower Society (ELPES)-I" . The most peculiarity of this workshop is to provide training to the participants in such a way that they can Implement the same in real environment and the experts from NIT Rourkela library will provide them online/telephonic support up to at least Six month from the date of Workshop. However, professionals are always welcome if they want any support from us. The Details of the Workshop can be found at our Workshop Page at: http://library.nitrkl.ac.in/images/bpcl/workshop/ V.K. Mishra I/C Library & Workshop Convenor With regards, Vinod Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, (Library In-Charge) Biju Patnaik Central Library, NIT Rourkela, Mob:91+9439420860 91+6612462103 (O) email: vinod_librarian(a)rediffmail.com : mishravk79(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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NEW WAVS IN BANGLORE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
by Ragaavendra R 13 Jan '14

13 Jan '14

Dear Moderator pls circulate. Dear Professionals read this news item appeared in Kanndaprabha. Talk about Bangalore university formed separate library development panel headed by Mysore university Ex-VC Talwar and two other panel members are B'lore university Ex-VC Siddappa and N Satyanarayana. Panel already visited all five libraries and listed issues and going to submit its final report on end of this month. http://www.kannadaprabha.com/districts/bangalore/%E0%B2%AC%E0%B3%86%E0%B2%8… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application invited for the posts of Librarian and Assistant Librarian
by Sri Ramchandra Madar 12 Jan '14

12 Jan '14

C.M.R Group of Institutions Invites Applications for, C.M.R National Public School (CBSC) & CMR High School (State Syllabus), 1) Post: Librarian and Assistant Librarian, 2) Applications may be sent by post or e-mail before 17 January, 2014. 3) Mention to which school you are applying in subject line (CMRNPS / CMRRHS), Address: The Administrative Officer, CMR Group of Institutions, No. 2079, 2nd Main, 3rd Block, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore-560 084. E-mail : *careers(a)cmrnps.ac.in <careers(a)cmrnps.ac.in>* Website : *www.cmr.ac.in <http://www.cmr.ac.in>* -- Regards, Sri Ramchandra Madar ( B.A., M.L.I.Sc.) Librarian, Roohi college of Nursing, Hennur - Bagalur Main Road, Bangalore-562149. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kudos to MyDLIS for getting UGC NON - NET Fellowship to 5 MPhil (LIS) candidates of the academic year 2013-14.
by nandeesh nandu 12 Jan '14

12 Jan '14

Kudos to MyDLIS for getting UGC NON - NET Fellowship to 5 MPhil (LIS) candidates of the academic year 2013-14. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- It is an honour for the Department of Studies in Library and Information Science (MyDLIS), University of Mysore, Mysore to have got UGC NON - NET Fellowship for 5 MPhil (LIS) candidates of the academic year 2013-14. This award is for promoting research at Institutions of Excellence (IOE) and Universities with Potential for Excellence (UPE) at PhD and MPhil level. University of Mysore is one such Institutions recognized by MHRD and is granted Rs.10crs for a period of five academic years (2013-14; 2014-15; 2015-16; 2016-17 and 2017-18). First time in the history of fifty years MyDLIS gets this fellowship to its MPhil students. It has a few conditions that the students have to abide by to draw the fellowship. The candidates are eligible to draw Rs.5000/- per month for a two semesters (4 months each and totally 8 months) period starting from 20.09.13 to 18.01.14; 15.02.2014 to 14.06.2014. They are also granted an annual contingency of Rs.10000/- each. The names of the lucky five are - Mr. Madhusudhan; Mr. Vinay Patil,P.M.; Mr. Ankamurthy, Y.K.; Mr. Krishnappa; Mr. Umesha, E. CONGRATULATIONS GUYS :-) Double kudos to the Prof. Khaiser Nikam who is instrumental in promoting research at MyDLIS in spite of all odds. ______________________________________________ This information is approved by: Prof. Khaiser Nikam Chairperson DOS & BOS in LISc, University of Mysore, Mysore, India. For further details contact: Prof. Khaiser Nikam khaiser.nikam6(a)gmail.com; Mob: 098453 28672 Regards, Nandeesha B -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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This is the first public library without any books
by Jayadev P Hiremath 12 Jan '14

12 Jan '14

<http://grist.org/list/new-york-city-is-using-its-food-waste-to-create-heat/> By Holly Richmond <http://grist.org/author/holly-richmond/> [image: bibliotech]Bexar BiblioTech<https://www.facebook.com/BexarBibliotech> The end is near! Page-sniffers, mourn the loss of our dog-eared friends! I MEAN … HURRAH for a library that saves trees! (Sob.) BiblioTech <http://bexarbibliotech.org/> is an all-digital public library on the south side of San Antonio that offers<http://bexarbibliotech.org/about-biblio-tech>10,000 titles on 600 e-readers, 25 iPads, and 25 laptops. The library also includes 50 desktop computers and 100 Nook tablets preloaded with children’s books — just no physical books. (Patrons can read the library’s digital books on their own tablets as well.) Internet access and kids’ storytime are other, more familiar perks. [image: bibliotech-interior]Bexar BiblioTech<https://www.facebook.com/BexarBibliotech> Sounds pretty green, right? Without the need for vast book storage space, the $2.3 million library can be way smaller than traditional libraries. At fewer than 5,000 square feet, BiblioTech’s smaller space means less heat and light and thus less pollution. As sage Umbra once wrote<http://grist.org/article/in-a-bind/> : It hurts to say it, but e-books are looking like a good option, even perhaps the better option. Ouch … There are caveats as usual, but I am forced to report the general conclusion that e-books produce less CO2 emissions and use less water than conventional newspapers and books. According to Ted Genoways’ oft-cited article “The Price of the Paperless Revolution <http://www.vqronline.org/articles/2010/fall/genoways-paperless/>,” it takes roughly the same amount of energy and materials to make an e-reader as it does 50 books. So for BiblioTech to break even, energy-wise, patrons would need to read 50 books on each tablet. With 10,000 library users registered in its first three months, this probably won’t be an issue. The green verdict will also depend on how often the library replaces its gadgets (obviously less often is greener, but planned obsolescence might not allow for that). And what about the mineral mining involved in making e-readers, and the e-waste once they’ve been discarded? Say what you will about books, but at least they’re semi-compostable. Source - San Antonio library offers glimpse of bookless future<http://www.statesman.com/news/news/san-antonio-library-offers-glimpse-of-bo…>, Associated Press Holly Richmond -- Thanks and regards. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jayadev P. Hiremath University Librarian Karnataka State Law University Navanagar, Hubli - 580 001 Tel : +91 836 2222901 Fax : +91 836 2323151 Mob. +91 9886080147 Website : http://www.kslu.ac.in/ E-mail : jayadevh(a)hotmail.com LinkedIn : http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jayadev-p-hiremath/44/12a/2a0 Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/people/Jayadev-P-Hiremath/603802230 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy: Assistant Librarians
by helplibrary 11 Jan '14

11 Jan '14

Applications are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian at Health Education Library for People, Tardeo, Mumbai. The candidate should possess excellent communication and administrative skills and should be able to get along well with people. Freshers may apply.Candidates from Mumbai only please apply. Interested candidates may apply with full details of their Educational Qualification/Experience and post applied for to helplibrary(a)gmail.com Ms.Anjoo Chandiramani, Health Education Library for People, Ashish, 5th Floor, Tardeo end of Bombay Central Bridge, Tardeo, Mumbai - 400034. 65952393/65952394 Email : www.healthlibrary.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Software information
by Vinay Kumar Sharma 10 Jan '14

10 Jan '14

Dear LIS Professionals, You all aware about the websites http://vixra.org/ & http://arxiv.org/. Now, my question is which application these two websites have used to manage the preprint archive? I search-out lot on web to get answer but unable to get. It would be great help if you can provide me the software name. Best Regards, Vinay Kumar Sharma Librarian Sarath Engineering and Technology Institute N.H. - 08, Nr. Chiloda Himatnagar-383125 Gujarat -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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