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Apps for LIS -Symposium on 3rd July
by Ishwar Goudar 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

Dear Professional Friends, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) is happy to announce half-a-day Symposium on, "Apps for LIS" on Sunday, 3rd July 2016. *I rqeuest you to kindly participate in this program and advise your colleagues, students and friends also to make use of this good opportunity.Please forward this mail to all thos intetested including group e-mails.Details:* Mobile Apps are playing a major role in our day-to-day lives, be it taxi services, cinema tickets, Flight tickets, hospital, Bank, Govt Department services, etc. Many Apps have been developed for LIS services, too, and several database producers, E-journal and E-book publishers have already come out with their own Apps. The seminar intends to provide an overview on the Apps technology in general and their usage as tools for accessing library resources and services. Venue: City Central Library, Hampinagar,Vijayanagar, RPC Layout, 2nd Stage, Bangalore - 560104 The Program highlights/details are as follows: 9.00-10.00 AM: Registration 10 -10.30 AM: Inaugural Session 10.30- 11.15 AM: Apps Technology and General Applications: by Soma Sunderesh, Ex GE, Ex Infosys, Presently Developer of Apps for J-Gate, Informatics 11.15-11.30 AM: Tea Break 11.30 AM- 12.15 PM: Apps Applications for LIS by Anand Byrappa, Global, Leader, Information Services, GE, Bangalore 12.15 -1.30 PM Panel Discussion on LIS Applications Moderator: NV Sathyanarayana, Panelists: Resources - HS Siddamallaiah, Services - Francis Jayakanth, Users - Rupesh Kumar Followed by Lunch at 1.30 PM Registration Charges: - Rs. 100/- for KALA Life Members - Rs. 200/- for Non-Members of KALA - Rs. 400/- for Non Members along with KALA Life Membership Please note the regular KALA Life Membership fee, as it stands now, is Rs. 300/- (Rs. Three Hundred only) All LIS professionals including Practicing Librarians, LIS Teachers are welcome to participate. While the Registration charges can be paid on the spot, you are requested to confirm your participation by filling up of a form (http://kalaonline.com/sites/default/files/Registrationform.pdf) and mail it to shivaram(a)nal.res.in or Program Chair Dr. IRN Goudar (goudarishwar(a)googlemail.com) Regards *- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -* Dr. I.R.N. Goudar - Adjunct Professor, Mangalore University - Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser Bangalore University Library, BANGALORE - 560056 - Ex. Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser, UoM, Mysore - Ex. Scientist 'G' and Head, ICAST, NAL, Bangalore - Ex. Dy Librarian, IITM, Chennai - Ex. Scientist (Information), IICT, Hyderabad - Fulbright Scholar, Univ. of Michigan and Columbia Univ, USA (1995-96) - British Council Scholar (1982-83) E-mail: goudarishwar(a)gmail.com Tel: 080-23215510 Mob: 91+9611165781 (If not reachable pl try land line) -- 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: International Conference to be held at KIIT University
by Dr Swain 25 Jun '16

25 Jun '16

*International Conference on* * Marching beyond the Libraries: the Role of Social Media and Networking to be held at KIIT University during * *25th-26th November, 2016* *Theme* The 2016 International Conference on* Marching Beyond the Libraries: The Role of Social Media and Networking *aims to unfold latest emerging technologies on how information seekers can create, share, or exchange information, ideas in virtual communities <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_community> and networks <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_network> trough computer-mediated <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-mediated_communication> tools. There is a growing demand to manage the increasing flow of information both in and out of the library optimally, effectively and efficiently. The conference intends to bring together students, LIS scholars, academicians and industry practitioners on a single platform to review the latest trends of social media and networking and its impact upon users. The conference will also review the quality of work required by the library and information professionals for adopting, sustaining, and promoting the new technologies with constructive recommendations. The conference is expected to have wide participation of delegates from India and abroad. ·There will be a half day work shop on the theme "*Think, Create, and Innovate*". In this work shop participants will showcase their creativity towards future librarianship. *Sub-Themes* · Social Media and Networking: Face book, Twitter, Linked in etc · Web 2.0/Library 2.0: Blogs, Wiki, RSS, etc ·Semantic Web ·Ranking of Web Pages ·Networks of Digital Libraries, Museums and Archives ·Digital Library/Virtual Library/Electronic Library · Technology & Innovations in Libraries and Impact Measurement *·*Search Strategies, techniques, Interfaces · E-Learning/Mobile Leaning · Libraries and Cloud Computing · Organization and Retrieval of Web Resources: Web Search Engines, Meta Search Engines, Directories, Subject Gateways · Information Retrieval- Theories, Models, Evaluation and Experiments · Information Retrieval Systems (IRS) in Libraries · Intelligent Information Retrieval ·Data Retrieval, Data Mining and Data Warehousing · Open Source and Quality Assurance · Open Access Management and its Impact · Information and Knowledge Service Measurement · Digital Preservation of Print and Digital resources · Ethical Issues in Technology Applications · Data Protection and Recovery in Disasters · Information Literacy Program · Performance Measurement and Competitiveness Quality Assessment · Development and Assessment of Digital Repositories · Development of Information and Knowledge Services · IPR and its Impact · Economic Co-operation and Development · Change of Libraries and Managerial Techniques · Changes in Learning, Research and Information needs · Changes in pattern of Information Seeking Behaviour · Changes in need of the Users’ Community · Information Use and Information Seeking Behavior · Implications of Models of Information Seeking Behaviour · Acquisition, Collection Development and Access Management · Information Processing and Knowledge Organization · Library Consortia and Institutional Repositories · The Internet-based Resources and Services · Marketing of Information Products and Services · Content Creation and Content Management Systems · LIS Education, Research and Training ·Library Leadership and Communication · Information Literacy · Copyright and Censorship · User Services and Orientation Programmes ·Best Practices *However, papers on any other topic related to the main theme of the conference may also be submitted.* *Paper Submission* Prospective authors are invited to submit paper(s) as per on any one of the conference topics. Papers should include name of the author, designation, affiliation, title of the article with a signed declaration that the theme is of his own, and the paper has not been published or submitted anywhere for publication. Manuscripts should be submitted electronically as e-mail “attachment” to: *icmbl.2016(a)gmail.com <icmbl.2016(a)gmail.com>;* *icmbl.2016(a)kiit.ac.in <icmbl.2016(a)kiit.ac.in>* The Editorial Board reserves all the rights to accept, alter or reject the articles without any prior intimation. The Editorial Board accepts no responsibility of the statements and opinions expressed by the contributors. *Ten* selected papers will be published in *KIIT Journal of Library and Information Management* *(ISSN 2348-0858)* and all other accepted papers will be published in the post conference volume published by a renowned national publisher with ISBN. All other details can be had from the conference website: http://kiit.ac.in/icmbl2016/ Dr. Dillip K Swain Librarian KIIT University -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Copyright w.r.t multimedia contents
by Arun D 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

Dear Friends, Request you to share your knowledge with respect to below mentioned. I would like to know that, how the organisations/corporates is casting the videos/audio contents which downloaded from internet (eg. TEDX, You Tube, etc) Whether they(organisations/corporates) are getting any license or permission to cast downloaded multimedia contents? It would be great full to me if you share your knowledge/experience/valuable information on the above points Thanking you in anticipation Regards, Arun Kumar D RA | Knowledge Centre | ITC Life Sciences and Technology Centre | ITC Limited Peenya Industrial Area | 1st Phase | Bangalore – 560 058 | INDIA

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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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