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SoFerence 2013: Last date for full paper Submission - Oct 5, 2013, Registration - Oct 10, 2013 and Acceptance of paper for stage presentation - Oct 15, 2013
by Nagappa B 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

SoFerence 2013: a place to do something unique & different than others Dear Professional Friends, Sharing knowledge with others will give you an opportunity to enhance your knowledge base. Wish to publish a quality paper? Wish to do something unique & different than others? Wish to get an opportunity to exhibit your hidden talent? Wish to convert your tacit knowledge into explicit Knowledge? Then, SoFerence 2013 is the best place to find the answer to your above questions with quality output. SoFerence: A National Level Social Conference on Failures, Learnings, Case Studies Best Practices, and Success Stories in Library & Information Science and related areas… Organized by: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bangalore in collaboration with Karnataka State Library Association (KALA), Bangalore on October 19-20, 2013 @ Bangalore. Objectives: ü To create an environment for LIS professionals to come together and share their experiences. ü To discuss on the failures, Learnings, success stories, best practices, recent trends, etc. in LIS & related fields. ü To enhance the competencies of LIS professionals to meet the needs of the changing environment. Theme: v Case Studies on Failures, Learnings, Process Improvements, New Initiatives, Best Practices, Success Stories, Current Awareness Services, Information Retrieval & Repackaging Query Handling, Librarian as SME, Application of ICT/LMS, Marketing of Info Products, HRM, etc.* v Surveys on Users Satisfaction, Use of eBooks / Journals, Job Satisfaction, Career Growth, New Opportunities, etc.* v Classroom Teaching v/s Internship in LIS, Soft Skills, Professionalism, Recent Trends, Future of Libraries, etc.* * Specific to LIS and related areas. Call for Papers: Unpublished and original papers on the above theme are invited. Only Top quality papers will be accepted after thorough plagiarism check for stage presentation. Further, based on the participant's feedback and editorial advice, papers will be selected for the publication in SoFerence Proceedings (to be published after the event as a book with ISBN). Authors to follow the below guidelines, otherwise paper may not be considered for presentation: Ø Unpublished and original papers should be - in .doc format - in single-spaced, - A4 page size, - Times New Roman 12 font size, - between 4-10pages and - APA reference style Ø Scanned copy of Copyright Declaration letter (with the details of theme, title, author, etc.) duly signed by the author(s) should be sent along with the paper. Ø Paper should have Title, Author(s) Name, Organization Address, Tel. No., E-mail id, etc. Ø Registration is mandatory for authors as well as participants. Ø The full paper should be sent to: soference(a)gmail.com Who Can Participate? LIS Professionals, Students, Research Scholars, Content Managers, Information Managers, Publishers, ECM and KM Professionals, Academicians and others. Important Dates: October 5, 2013: Full paper Submission October 10, 2013: Registration Closes October 15, 2013: Acceptance for stage presentation Registration Fee*: - Working Professionals: Rs. 1500/- - Students & Retired Professionals: Rs. 1200/- *Includes SoFerence kit, Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Lunch and SoFerence Proceedings (to be sent after publication). #Registration is limited to 200 seats only (Including authors on first come, first serve basis). Payment: The completed registration form (download from https://sites.google.com/site/soference) along with the registration fee in the form of Cheque/DD in favour of "Karnataka State Library Association ", payable at Bangalore should send to: Registration Committee-SoFerence 2013, C/o Information Resource Centre, LCenter, Tata Consultancy Services, Near Vydehi Hospital, Plot No.78, 79 & 83, EPIP Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066, Karnataka, India. More details available @ https://sites.google.com/site/soference Email: soference(a)gmail.com Tel. +91 80 67251330/1/475 OR +91 7760505296 Download: SoFerence 2013 Brochure: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202013_Brochure%20Portrai… SoFerence 2013 Registration Form: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202013_Registration%20For… You may wish to visit and see the SoFerence 2011 Report: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202011%20-%20Report.pdf With Best Regards Dr. Nagappa B. 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Recruitment at Shivaji University, Kolhapur
by Prakash Bilawar 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly host the information as given below- One post of Professor in Library and Information Science at Department of Library and Information Science and One post of Deputy Librarian at B.B.K.Library is going to fill at Shivaji University Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Kindly see the link for more details- http://www.unishivaji.ac.in/recruitments.htm With best wishes. With Regards Mr.Prakash B.Bilawar Assistant Librarian Barr.Balasaheb Khardekar Library Shivaji University Vidyanagar Kolhapur-416 004, India Phone : +91-231-2609421 E-mail: prakashbilawar(a)rediffmail.com, pbb_lib(a)unishivaji.ac.in URL : http://www.unishivaji.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarians' Day
by rabinarayan mishra 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

sir, Kindly find attached herewith a report on the observance of Librarians' Day at Dept. of Lib. & Inf. Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl. I could not send the report due to non-availability of internet. This may be submitted in LIS-Forum for information of all. Dr. R N Mishra Celebration of Librarians Day in Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl The Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl observed the Librarians’ Day on 12th Aug., 2013 to commemorate the Birthday of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, Father of Library Science with a flower tribute under the banner of IASLIC, Kolkota. The programme commenced in the August presence of Prof. R. K. Burman, DLIS, Guwahati University, Prof. P.K. Rath, Prof. R. K. Ngurtinkhuma, Dr. R. N. Mishra, Dr. Akhandanand Shukla, and Mr. Amit Kumar amidst a gathering of more than 40 students of MLIS, M.Phil. and Ph.D. Dr. Mishra highlighted the contribution of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan followed by a brief speech by Prof. P. K. Rath, who spoke on the significance of the Librarians’ Day. Prof. R. K. Burman, an admirer of Ranganathan’s Philosophy highlighted the significant contributions of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan in Library Science. He justified the profession of librarianship on the philosophy of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan. The students of MLIS, M.Phil and Ph.D. also delivered short speech on Dr. Ranganathan. Prof. R. K. Ngurtinkhuma, Head of the Department in his concluding remarks pointed out relevant issues of the profession. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks offered by Dr. Akhandanand Shukla -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIBRARIES ISSUE REPORT ON GLOBAL INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT
by Ragaavendra R 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate. LIBRARIES ISSUE REPORT ON GLOBAL INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has issued a report analysing emerging trends in today's global information environment. Against the background of a fast-changing information ecosystem, the IFLA Trend Report, conceived as a dynamic online platform instead of a static document, identifies five emerging trends in the fields of access to information, online education, privacy and data protection, hyper-connected societies and new technologies. An "insights paper," titled "Riding the Waves or Caught in the Tide? Insights form the IFLA Trend Report," was launched at the World Library and information Congress in Singapore on 19 August as a way to summarise the findings contained in the Trend Report website. According to IFLA, the development of new technologies will expand access to information for those that are familiar with digital tools, while people lacking digital literacy will experience additional access barriers. At the same time, online education will increase learning opportunities, and expanding data sets held by governments and companies may have significant consequences for individual privacy. In addition, hyper-connected societies will ease the coordination of collective actions, empowering non-state actors at the expense of traditional political parties. Finally, new technologies will redefine existing business models and transform the global information economy, IFLA said. Additional resources and a compilation of past contributions to the IFLA Trend Report online platform can be found here. REFERENCE LINK: http://www.ip-watch.org/2013/08/30/libraries-issue-report-on-global-informa… 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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IASLIC Foundation Day 2013
by IASLIC Kolkata 02 Sep '13

02 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam You are aware that 3rd September is an important date for IASLIC family. On this auspicious day of 1955, IASLIC was established as non-profit National professional body. Thus, the EC of IASLIC decided to observe the Foundation Day with a requests you all to observe the Foundation day of IASLIC. Let us join hands together on the eve of this auspicious day to strengthen IASLIC family - our Association. IASLIC Foundation Day ceremony will be observed on *Tuesday, the 3rd September, 2013* at 6:00 pm in the IASLIC office. Dr K K Kachukoshi, Former Librarian, Central Reference Library has kindly given his consent to talk on *Multilingual Approaches in INB : Problems and Possible Solutions.* on this occasion. You are cordially invited to the event. In case you are not in a position to attend, we request you to make it convenient to celebrate IASLIC Foundation Day 2013 at your place. You are also requested to send the report immediately so that we can include in our IASLIC Newsletter. With warm and personal regards -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* * * -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Citation Stacking
by Dinesh Siddaiah 02 Sep '13

02 Sep '13

Dear Friends, Citation stacking is another threat to scholarly world. The recent revelation of Thomson Reuters on Citation stacking and article published in the latest issue of "Nature" unveiled the another face of publishing world. I think it is an useful article and our responsibility of creating awareness among the scholarly information user is increasing. Please go through the full-text article @ http://www.nature.com/news/brazilian-citation-scheme-outed-1.13604 Thanking you and Best Regards, -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Deputy Librarian, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140 001. Email: dinesh(a)iitrpr.ac.in dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Phone: 01881 - 242134 (O) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles invited for Journal of Knowledge and Communication Management (JKCM) Vol.3 No.2
by Shibu.K.M 31 Aug '13

31 Aug '13

Dear Sir/Madam Original research papers are invited for the Journal of Knowledge and Communication Management (JKCM) Vol. 3 No. 2. JKCM is a peer-reviewed half yearly journal which captures the latest pertaining information and disseminates both theoretical and practical information on knowledge and communication management and serves as a common platform for the discussion. The journal is dedicated to the exchange of the latest academic output and practical information on all aspects of managing knowledge. The journal publishes original research and case studies by academic, business and government contributors on strategies, tools, techniques, technologies and best practices in knowledge and communication management. The focus of this journal is on the identification of innovative Knowledge Management strategies and the application of theoretical concepts to real-world situations. This is a broad-based journal, covering all branches of knowledge and communication of information. It also publishes interdisciplinary research works. *Coverage * The scope of the Journal is broadly knowledge and communication management, surrounding all of the academic and professional disciplines which deal with recorded information. The areas of include, but are certainly not limited to: * Knowledge innovations and dissemination management Knowledge Management -case studies and best practices. Knowledge Management -strategies and models. Knowledge sharing in collaborative work environments Knowledge Management in libraries and information centers Knowledge Management in public sectors * New Media and E-Society in Knowledge management environment Digitization, heterogeneity and convergence Interactivity and virtuality Innovation, identity and the global village syndrome * Knowledge and Communication Structures Knowledge and Communication Strategies Knowledge engineering Integrating learning and knowledge infrastructure Internal and workforce communications Communication and organizational culture Knowledge organization, taxonomies and ontology Corporate communications KM and disaster management * Knowledge communication and Information Systems Knowledge Sharing Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Intelligent Systems IS Security Issues Mobile Applications Multimedia Applications Software Requirements and IS Architectures Wireless Communications * E-Society and digital communication divide Social & Political Aspects of KM Social Integration Social Book marking retention Social Software E-Democracy * Information Management Computer-Mediated Communication Content Development Cyber law and Intellectual Property Data Mining Human Computer Interaction Information Search and Retrieval Social and Organizational Aspects Virtual Communities * Digital services in E-society Service Broadcasting Political Reporting Freedom of Expression * Information Technology and Knowledge and Communication Knowledge Innovation Networks Digital Libraries Open Source Software Open access Social Networking *Author Guidelines* General Instructions for Authors:- Authors wishing to make a submission to the journal may note the following: Electronic submission of manuscripts is strongly encouraged. One copy of the paper, in MS word format, should be submitted as e-mail attachment to the chief editor at editorjkcm(a)gmail.com on or before 20 September 2013. By submission of a manuscript an author certifies that the work is original and neither has been previously published nor is currently under consideration for publication elsewhere. Every paper submitted to the journal will be blind-reviewed by members of the editorial board or qualified outside reviewers. On the recommendation of reviewers, a paper may be accepted, revised or rejected. The length of the contributions should be in the range of 4000-7000 words normally. Manuscripts should be written in English, typed double spaced, with ample margins and bear the title of the contribution. A brief autobiographical note of the author and co-authors, if any, should be supplied, including full name(s), position(s) held and name(s) of employing organization(s), address, E-Mail address and telephone/fax numbers. The papers must include an informative and completely self-explanatory abstract, 3 to 5 keywords and proper bibliographic references using Harvard Style of Referencing. Tables and illustrations should be given in on eye-legible size on separate sheets. They are to be numbered and fitted with concise, but self-explanatory captions. The location of each table or figure in the text should be specified at the appropriate place. Authors submitting articles for publication must warrant that their work is not an infringement of any existing copyright. Papers and published contributions become the legal copyright of the publisher unless otherwise agreed. Contributor(s) will be responsible for all views and opinions expressed by them in their papers. Neither the editor nor the publisher can accept any responsibility in this regard. The Editor reserves the right to reject papers that, in the view of the editorial board, either are of insufficient quality, or are irrelevant to the subject area. Editorial Board *Chief Editor: * Dr. Naushad Ali P.M Chairman, Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh *Executive Editors:* 1. Prof. Jean Louis Ermine, France 2. Prof. Gabriel Gomez, USA Please visit the following link for the latest issue of the journal. http://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:jkcm&volume=3&issue=1&t… Thanks and regards Shibu K M Assistant Librarian Pondicherry University Puducherry 605014 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Papers: On Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age (RLEA-2013)- National Conference at VTU, Belgaum
by Dr.K.R. Mulla 31 Aug '13

31 Aug '13

Dear Sir/Madam, I am happy to inform you that, Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is organising a National Conference on “Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age (RLEA-2013)”, in the month of November, 2013. At VTU Campus, Belgaum. The role of Library and Information Centers in the present era is ever changing and the traditional services have taken a new shape in the light of developments in Information and Communication Technologies [ICTs]. Physical locations for ease of access to Library resources no longer an issue. Now Libraries are facilitating their users with 24 x 7 access using Internet Technology. Today physical use of libraries is declining drastically and most of the Librarians are expressing their concern over this development and are feeling insecure due to fall of user attendance in Libraries. This need not be the concern of Librarians. Today the users are techno-savvy and access more information than the earlier users. The libraries used to supply limited reference resources to their users earlier, but today’s users will get multiple resources on their fingertips. Hence the concern for Librarians of these days should be to redefine the role of Libraries in reaching out the right information to the right user at a right time. Hence a National Conference has been organized to provide a platform for discussing following main issues: Conference Theme: Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age Sub Themes: 1. Redefining library building • Effective utilization of physical space • Additional facilities for library users 2. Redefining the organization of knowledge • Classification • Cataloguing 3. Redefining collection development, Information sources and services • Collection development • Information sources and services • Electronic sources and services • Evaluation of Information Sources • Library networking and consortia • Open Access 4. Redefining the management of library and information centers • Planning • HRM & HRD • Financial management and budgeting • TQM • Knowledge management • Leadership and Public relations & Advocacy • Soft skills for librarians 5. Redefining the ICT applications for libraries • Integrated Library Management Software [ILMS] • Digital library technologies and digital preservation • Content Management Systems [CMS] • Internet technology • Open Source Software • Web 2.0 applications • Mobile technologies 6. Redefining the User Education • Information Literacy • Computer literacy • Digital literacy 7. Redefining the information society and information science • Dr.S.R. Ranganathan’s school of thought • Relevance of Five Laws of Library Science in the present Internet era 8. Redefining LIS education • LIS as an Applied science • LIS curriculum • Collaboration of Library and LIS departments • Library as a laboratory for LIS education • Online Courses in LIS • Open Educational Resources (OER) How to submit papers: Papers using the following author guidelines may please be submitted over email at: krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in or krmulla(a)gmail.com on or before the due date. • Submit unpublished and original papers in MS-Word .doc or .docx format using Double Space and Times new Roman 12 font size • Paper should have Title, Author/s name, Affiliation with complete address and E-mail address of authors, Abstract maximum of one paragraph and list of main Keywords. • References need to be as per APA (American Psychological Association) reference/citation Style guide • Tables or figures need to be incorporated in the text at appropriate places and numbered serially • Size of the paper (A4 size) between 4 and 8 pages Who can Participate? Library and Information Science professionals working in academic and research institutes, corporate offices and public libraries. For more information regarding the event, you may please check conference website: http://www.vtu.ac.in or http://vtuerm12.webs.com/ Important Dates • Paper Submission Deadline 30-09-2013 • Notification of Acceptance 10-10-2013 • Early bird offer for Registration 25-10-2013 Participation Fees (Early Bird Registration) • Library Professional Rs. 500/- • Students of LIS Schools Rs. 300/- Participation Fees (Registration After Deadline) • Library Professional Rs. 750/- • Students of LIS Schools Rs. 500/- Payment: Fees may please be paid via Demand Draft favouring ‘Finance Officer, VTU’ payable at Belgaum. The same may please be sent along with registration form to the organizing secretary at the address given below. Accommodation: Limited Accommodation will be provided on request at VTU Campus. Not: Limited hostel accommodation is available (first come first serve basis) Publication of Conference Volume: Conference proceedings will be published with ISBN: 978-81-924696-0-7 You may contact the organizing secretary at: Dr. K. R. Mulla Organizing Secretary, Librarian, Visvesvaraya Technological University, “Jnana Sangama” Belgaum-590 018, Karnataka. +91-9449873452 (M), +91-9448031969 (M) +91-831-2498191 (O) +91-831-2498192 (Fax) Email: krmulla(a)gmail.com or krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in URL: http://www.vtu.ac.in Conference Website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on “Web 2.0 for Libraries”
by Nitin S. Joshi Joshi 30 Aug '13

30 Aug '13

It gives us immense pleasure to inform you that AIMA Library is organizing a One Day Workshop on “Web 2.0 for Libraries” on 13th September at All India Management Association , Lodhi Road ,New Delhi-110003. It is well known that information and communication technologies have profoundly impacted libraries and information centers the world over. The evolution from the traditional to digital libraries is happening rapidly and one of the advantages of digital content on the web has been the possibility of high levels of engagement by the libraries with the users. The social web or the web 2.0 as it is called, has given a plethora of tools that allows library staff to collaborate, network and engage with the users and also raise the standard of information services provided by the library and information centers . With the availability of a large number of tools, it has become necessary for LIS professionals to identify and adopt the tools for use in their library and information centers The one day workshop on “Web 2.0 Technology for Libraries” has the following objectives: To introduce the concept of Web 2.0 in Libraries. To demonstrate the applications of select tools. To impart skills to participants in using select tools. We would very much appreciate if you kindly depute the library professionals from your library to attend this workshop. Participation fee for the Workshop is Rs. 2000/-..· Last date for registration to the above Workshop – 7th September 2013.Interested participants may send their requests through email at rsharma(a)aima.in. Cheque /Draft is payable to “All India Management Association“ payable at New Delhi. I look forward to an early and positive response. For more details, pl.contact: Rumma Sharma Deputy Director-Library All India Management Association 14, Institutional Area Lodhi Road New Delhi-110003 Mobile No. 9818099537 Nitin S Joshi Librarian MAEER’s MIT School of Management (MITSOM) Kothrud, Pune 411038 M- 09922587907 Direct Line- 020-30273597 www.mitsom.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Advertisement for Post of Graduate Trainees in Central Library, Alliance University, Anekal
by Pradeep P Kavi 30 Aug '13

30 Aug '13

Alliance University is a private University established in Karnataka State by Act No. 34 of year 2010. The University is notified under private universities list maintained by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi. Alliance University invites applications for the position of “Graduate Trainees” in library science to work in the Central library at Anekal in Bangalore. Position: Graduate Trainees – 3 no’s Nature of Job: Supportive role in routine activities of the Central library (Detailed job description will follow at the time of interview) The selected candidate will have to work in shifts. Qualifications: B.L.I.Sc / M.L.I.Sc with good communication and computer skills are essential. Stipend: Rs. 8000/- per month. Training period: One year. Age: Below 25 years Applicants may send their CVs to the below mentioned email id on or before September 7, 2013: librarian(a)alliance.edu.in [Date and time of the interview will be sent directly to the applicant after the initial screening of the CVs.] ================================== Pradeep.P.Kavi Assistant Librarian ALLiance University School of Business Saw Mill Stop, Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapur-Anekal Road, Anekal 562106 Bangalore, Karnataka -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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