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Conference announcement
by Anand 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

National Conference on K-2012: CREATING DIGITAL LIBRARY IN GLOBALISED E-SOCIETY 28th July, 2012 (Saturday), ISI, New Delhi Organised by SOCIETY FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH & STUDIES (SIRs) Last date for paper submission deadline : July 10, 2012 Invited to Participate Dear Professional Incumbent: It gives us immense pleasure to inform you that we are organizing a National Conference K-2012: CREATING DIGITAL LIBRARY IN GLOBALISED E-SOCIETY on 28-07-2012(Saturday) at ISI, New Delhi. Why this event? Globalization is defined by the spread and integration of people, goods, finance, knowledge and culture across the planet. Each of these dimensions of globalization has advanced since the dawn of civilization, at a pace determined by the available technologies for different purposes. E stands for electronic, D for digital and V for virtual. We would rather define the appearance of E, D and V as a phenomenon in e-society that takes place in a way where everyone can see objects and do things in a virtual world against a physical one; where everything is converted into digital formats and saved for use/reuse and represented in a virtual way; where everywhere is connected to a world wide web and any information, knowledge and services can be accessed by anyone, anywhere and anytime through any kind of devices. The conference aims to address the main issues of concern within WWW/Internet as well as to assess the influence of Internet in the Information Society. Broad areas of interest are Internet Technologies, Information Management, e-Society and Digital Divide, e-Learning, New Media and e-Society, Digital Services in e-Society. Format of the Conference The conference will be an educative mixture of invited talks and oral presentations. The event will have a keynote address and multiple technical sessions. Call for Papers & Paper Submission Guideline Participants are invited to submit original, unpublished papers based on research or practical experience on sub themes mentioned above for presentation at the conference. The full paper must be submitted in English language in soft copy form in MS-Word 2003 or MS-Word 2010 format to the email: <knowledge.professional.india(a)gmail.com>. The paper should be free from grammatical errors with complete references cited within the text. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings, provided the paper is presented in person by the author/co-author. Topics related to the Digital Information Society are of interest. These include, but are not limited to the following areas: · Digital libraries (DL) development, architecture, and management · DL multilingual issues · Digital Rights Management · DL services and case studies · E-Learning and e-publishing · DL standards & policy · Role of DL in education, social and economic development · Social media and Web 2.0 for information dissemination and communication · Managing e-based knowledge resources Important Dates Last Date of Submission of Full Paper July 10, 2012 Final Date of Acceptance of Paper July 15, 2012 Registration Category Up to 20 July 2012 After 20 July 2012 Delegates 700/- 800/- Students* 400/- 500/- (*Registration will be accepted on production of Student ID.) Best Paper Award Best paper award will be given on the recommendation of panel of experts. The decision of the recommendation committee is final. For consideration of the award, paper must be in accordance with the guidelines given and should reach on or before July 10, 2012 For any other queries, please contact Society for Information Research & Studies (SIRs) 11A/1, IInd Floor, Gautam Nagar New Delhi - 110 049 Tel. +91-9953476674, 9910017177 E-mail. knowledge.professional.india(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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JNU Library Catalogue available online through WebOPAC
by Ramesh C Gaur 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to inform you all that now JNU Library catalogue is available online through WebOPAC from JNU Library website. The URL is given below: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/default.htm Apart from books, over 7.5 lacs news clippings are also part of JNU Catalogue. The process of cataloging of over 1 lac foreign languages books and 1.1 lacs bound volumes besides about 1 lac other publications is also in process. The digitization of 8000 theses will start soon followed by digitization over10000 microfilm rolls, and 3000 rare books. Digitization of over 7.5 lacs news clipping has been done. During the summer vacation reorganization of entire library has been taken up. The work involves regrouping of various subject collections, preparation of list for write off for old/damaged books and review of collections to identify the obsolete books. The help from subject experts have also been taken up. Redesigning of library portal, training programme for library staff in fulfilling the needs of visually impaired students, monthly lecture series, author workshops for faculty & Students, remote server to access e-resources, renovation of library space and procurement of new library furniture are some of the task to provide better services to the users of JNU Library. This semester onwards the submission of e-theses has been made compulsory for all Mphil and Ph.D scholars. Installation of Fire fighting system and CCTV is also in the process. The JNU is one of the best University in the world and our mission is to setup a world class library at JNU. I am sure with the help of excellent library team at JNU, we are going to achieve all set objectives. This is just to share with my professional friends to seek their blessings and guidance in this journey of total re-engineering of JNU Library. Regards Ramesh ************************************** Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ; librarian(a)mail.jnu.ac.in URL: www.jnu.ac.in http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/default.htm -- 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 trainees in Mumbai
by helplibrary 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Applications are invited for the post of Librarian Trainees at Health Education Library for People, CST, 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 helplib(a)vsnl.com or helplibrary(a)gmail.com Ms.Anjoo Chandiramani, Health Education Library for People, 206, Dr.D.N.Road, Gr.Floor, Near New Excelsior Building, CST, Mumbai - 400 001. <http://www.giveindia.org/Donatefromigivepage.aspx> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Refresher Course in Library and Information Science at BHU (17th July to 6th August 2012)
by AJAY PRATAP SINGH 01 Jun '12

01 Jun '12

Dear friends, It is my pleasure to inform you that UGC - Academic Staff College of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi is going to organise a REFRESHER COURSE IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE from 17th July to 6th August 2012. Any professional colleague working as Assistant Librarian of University system/Institute, Librarian in Colleges or Assistant Professor of Library & Information Science can apply before 10th July 2012. Application process, application form and other details may be checked from the web site of UGC - Academic Staff College, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (http://www.bhu.ac.in/asc/index.php) Thanks. Ajay P SinghHead,Department of Library and Information Science,Banaras Hindu University,Varanasi (UP)Mobile: +919415502802 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Action: Sign the White House Petition for Public Access to Federally Funded Research
by franc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 31 May '12

31 May '12

Sorry for the cross-posting. Dear Members, The Obama administration is currently considering which policy priorities they will act on before the 2012 election season swings into high gear. There is a brief, critical window of opportunity to ensure that public access to the results of federally funded research is one of those priorities. On May 21, a petition calling for Public Access to Federally Funded Research Results was posted on the White House's "We the People" website. If the petition garners 25,000 signatures within 30 days, it will be reviewed by White House staff and considered for action. A broad range of open access supporters, including ARL and SPARC, are spreading the word about the petition using e-mail, blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and even YouTube. Tweets on the petition (many using hashtags #openaccess and #OAMonday) have included endorsements from such thought-leaders as Jimmy Wales, Tim O'Reilly, and Lawrence Lessig. Please sign the petition today! http://www.arl.org/sparc/media/Sign_White_House_Petition_Open_Access_to_Res… Twitter user @FakeElsevier has created an excellent video you can use to recruit friends, available from http://access2research.org/. Source: http://www.arl.org/pp/access/accessfunded/wh-petition-may2012.shtml Since the petition can be signed by any adult in the world, and since the benefits of President Obama taking action will be global, I urge you to sign the petition. Thanks. With best wishes, - Francis JRD Tata Memorial Library IIsc, Bengaluru -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MLIS by distance mode
by ulka g 31 May '12

31 May '12

Dear friends Which universities (credible and recognised) in India offer Masters in Library and information science through distance mode ? Would be grateful for any details regarding the same. Thanking You Ulka G Librarian Singhania School Thane west -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Goa University Library Website and OPAC inaugurated
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 31 May '12

31 May '12

Dear professional colleagues Hon Chief Minister of Goa Sri Manohar Parrikar inaugurated and dedicated the website and OPAC of the Goa University Library to the academic community, in front of an august audience on Wednesday 30.5.2012 in the Conference Hall of the Goa University. Inaugural ceremony pictures and news items are available in the link below.The OPAC is working on KOHA and the website is designed with the Content Management System Drupal.Please visit the sites and provide your opinion.Library website : http://library.unigoa.ac.inLibrary OPAC    : http://libcat.unigoa.ac.inPictures of the function : http://gulibrary.weebly.com/website-inauguration.html with regards Dr GOPAKUMAR V. University Librarian,Goa University Taleigao Plateau, Goa. PIN 403 206 gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Office Phone: 08326519012 Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Preparatory Programme for NET/SET for LIS Professionals
by Arunachalam Hariharan 30 May '12

30 May '12

Dear Sir/Madam, SALIS Erode chapter in association with C.S.I Erode Christian College of Arts & Science for Women, Erode is going conduct a Preparatory Programme for NET/SET for LIS Professionals on 02 June 2012- 03 June 2012 and 16 June 2012- 17 June 2012( Four Days) . The Registration Fee details are as follows Paper – I - Rs`.400( 2 days) LIS - Paper – II & III - Rs`.400(2 days) Paper 1 and LIS Paper – I & II, III - - Rs.700(four days) ( Concession of Rs.50 will be given to SALIS members) Ist Paper - 2nd June and 17 th June 2nd and 3rd Paper 3rd June & 16 th June Registration fee Includes Course Material, Working Tea & Refreshment - Candidates have to make own arranagements their accommodation and food) For Registration and Further Details Pl. conduct Programme Co-ordinator Lt T. Magudeeswaran (Librarian & Company Commander – NCC) Chikkaiah Naicker College, Erode Mobile: 99421 50744 Additional Co-Ordinator Stephen Thangaraj, Assistant Professor Vellalar College for Women (Autonomous), Erode Mobile: 96779 08959 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online survey on Social software usage
by Kshirod 30 May '12

30 May '12

Respected All, I am working on the theme "Knowledge Management and Sharing in Libraries". I would like to invite you to participate in survey which will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. All data entered will be kept confidential, strictly be used for my research. To participate in this survey click on the link: http://kwiksurveys.com?u=socialsoftware Please feel free to share above link to your colleagues working with other Institutes / Companies which will help me to get good response. Thank you very much for participating in this survey. Your time and effort will be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to get good response. Thanks and Regards -- Kshirod Das National Institute of Technology Rourkela-769 008, Orissa kdas(a)nitrkl.ac.in daskshirod(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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Pillars of Library Science in India .
by manoj kumar pant 30 May '12

30 May '12

Dear Sir, Please consider Prof. J C Binwal for the pillars of Library Science list. Regards Manoj Kumar Pant, Librarian, Uttarakhand Judicial and Legal Academy, Bhowali, Nainital, Uttarakhand-263132. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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