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A new open science reviewing tool
by Subbiah Arunachalam 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Friends: Here is an interesting development from Harvard that helps researchers to discuss their work online. Indian researchers, especially the younger lot, might wish to try. Academic librarians can alert their users to this new tool. Arun < http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/scholarly-life/taking-open-access-to-a-new-leve… > Taking Open Access to a New Level Posted Wednesday, 14 January 2015 Inspired by the growing Open Access publishing movement, PhD candidates Erik Bauch and Georg Kucsko have developed Open Rev., an innovative online platform that enables users to engage in open, interactive discussion of scholarly works. Operating independently of outside publishers, the free tool inspires a review technique Bauch and Kucsko call “collaborative annotation,” offering an online community where scholars can upload papers and pose specific questions or notes to their peers. “Up until now scientific discussions usually occurred at conferences, in journal club, or in hallways on the way to lunch,” explains Bauch. “With Open Rev. we are trying to motivate people to take some of these discussions online and share their knowledge with the whole scientific community.” The project took flight after Bauch and Kucsko, both physics scholars, were awarded a Spark Grant through the Harvard Initiative for Teaching and Learning (HILT). They soon after received second prize at this year’s Bridge@HGSE Education Innovation Pitch Competition. The duo has since tested the tool with great success amid students and instructors in the physics department at Harvard, creating a space to share notes and ideas beyond the classroom. Since its inception, the platform has evolved substantially and now boasts a number of unique features. While the purpose of the endeavor is to inspire open, public debate, users are also afforded the option to create closed groups—ideal for classes, study groups, or discussion sections. Open Rev. differs from the average online forum in that reviewers are equipped with the ability to reinforce textual comments with imagery, sketches, and LaTeX, a commonly used markup tool for scientific publications with complex coding and formulas. By providing an interactive PDF viewer, comments can also be directly linked to the relevant passage in the text. The site also facilitates the process of cross-referencing, making it easy for users to link to specific passages in other works. Open Rev. officially launched in August and now hosts approximately 500 active users, with more than 1,500 posted comments. While the site remains focused on scientific research, its creators have no qualms with the idea of opening it up to other disciplines. For now, however, Bauch and Kucsko are intent on building a continuously evolving scientific knowledge base for the modern scholar. “We hope that via such archiving of scientific discussions,” says Bauch, “we will increase global scientific collaboration and provide valuable knowledge to future generations of researchers.” -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian vacancy@Cochin Refineries School
by Vimal Kumar V. 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Dear Friends, Cochin Refineries School, a Senior Secondary School affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi and managed by Cochin Refineries Educational Aid Society. CRS requires Librarian on contract basis. No. of Vacancies : 01 Salary : Rs.15,000/- consolidated Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years as on 1 st June, 2015 How to apply Application in the prescribed format duly filled in with full details of qualification, experience, contact address and Phone No., should be sent in an envelope super scribed as "Application for the post of __________, to the above postal address. Last date for receipt of completed application is 07th February , 2015 The Principal, Cochin Refineries School, Ambalamukal 682 302, Ernakulam District, Kerala Email: admin(a)cochinrefineriesschool.ac.in (Apply by post only) Phone: 91-0484 - 2823512 http://cochinrefineriesschool.ac.in/sitemanager/homeFiles/CRS%20ADVT%202015… -- Vimal Kumar V. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.info Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com http://kohageek.blogspot.in http://moovandan.blogspot.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kerala Library Association - Two Day Workshop on WordPress, 14-15 February 2015 at Thiruvananthapuram
by Sriram V 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Dear All, KLA Centre for Professional Development (KLA-CPD) announces its 8th training programme, a Two Day Workshop on WordPress, on February 14 and 15, 2015. The programme will be held at the KLA Centre for Professional Development (KLA-CPD), on the premises of KLA Head Quarters, Thiruvananthapuram. About WordPress: WordPress is a free & open source platform for developing websites, blogs and content management systems. https://wordpress.com/ Who can participate: Working Library Professionals, LIS Students and Researchers in LIS. Venue: Room No. 36, 2nd Floor, Kairalie Plaza Annexe, Karamana, Thiruvananthapuram-695 002. Kerala Date & Time: February 14 & 15, 2014; 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Resource Persons: Shri S. L. Faisal (Kendriya Vidyalaya, Tvpm), Shri V. Sriram (CDS, Tvpm) and Shri Binu K. John (MBCET, Tvpm) Training mode: Demonstration and Hands on sessions Course Fee: Rs 1000/- (includes study kit, working lunch, tea and snacks) Number of seats: 10 (Ten) only Registration: On first come first served mode. Online Registration: click here Last date for registration: 09/02/2015 or until all seats are occupied, which ever is earlier ——————————————————————————– Registration fee must be paid through bank transfer mode or as a Demand Draft Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of Kerala Library Association, payable at Thiruvananthapuram. Kindly send it to Mr. V. Sriram, (Treasurer, KLA), DBRA-80, Cliff House Road, Kowdiar P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695003 or By fund transfer to: Name: Kerala Library Association A/c No. 67061603692 IFSC Code: SBTR0000292 Bank Name: State Bank Of Travancore Branch Name: KUOC Trivandrum Branch Address: Kerala University PO, Thiruvananthapuram – 695034 —————————————————————————— Registration will be confirmed only after the receipt of the prescribed fee All communications will be primarily through e-mail. For more details: Shri N. Parameswaran & Shri N. Sukumaran Nair, Coordinators, KLA-CPD Mob:09387822201/09447213155 (npwaran49@yahoo.co.in/sukukla@yahoo.com) Mr Sriram V., Mob: 09447251892 Mr S. L. Faisal., Mob: 09447699724 Kindly forward this to all those who are interested to attend. Thanks and Regards, V. Sriram Treasurer, KLA -- 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 on 6th & 7th February, 2015
by Bharat Alasandi 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

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. We are please to inform you that, eminent scholar Prof. C.R. Karisiddappa has kindly consented to be the Key note speaker for the workshop and the resource persons are from Management and Library and Information Science domain. Please find the attached e-brochure of the National Workshop. We solicit your participation in this workshop and request you to 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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Need Information Regarding Medical Library Staff Positions - reg.
by Manjunath Ealiger 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Dear Professionals, I am working in Medical Library since from four years. Now I want know the *Recruitment Rules * of Librarian and Other Post of Library as per* Medical Council of India (MCI) *norms/rules. I request the professionals to clarify this question. yours, Manjunath Ealiger -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles request
by janet lobo 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Dear Sir/Madam, One of our PG Student needs the following Journal articles. If it is available please arrange to send the articles. 1.Thyroid.2011 Apr;21(4):355-60 Low normal or high normal thyrotropin target levels during treatment of hypothyroidism:a prospective,comparative study 2.Clin Endocrinol (oxf). 2002 Nov;57(5):577-85:Psychological well being in patients on 'adequate' doses of l-thyroxine:results of a large ,controlled community-based questionnaire study 3.Thyroid.1998 Nov 8(11):1029-31 Serum creatine kinase levels in overt and subclinial hypothyroidism 4.Acta Neurol Scand. 2004 Jul;110(1):59-66.cognitive and affective status in mild hypothyroidism and interactions with L-thyroxine treatment 5 .Clin Biochem.2011 Oct:44(14-15):1214-7 Dyslipedemia in subclinical hypothyoidism in an indian population 6.Clin Biochem.2013 Mar;46(4-5):341-5 Reference range of thyroid function(FT3,FT4 and TSH) among Indian adults 7.Semin Thromb Hemost. 2013 Mar;39(2):153-60. With Kind regards Dr Janet Dotty Lobo LIBRARIAN Fr Muller Knowledge Centre, Mangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on “Knowledge Management in Libraries and Information Centers (KMLIC-2015)” on 18th – 19th March, 2015.
by Dr. Muzamil Mushtaq 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Under the UGC-Special Assistance Programme (SAP DRS-I) is going to organize a National Conference on “Knowledge Management in Libraries and Information Centers (KMLIC-2015)” on 18th – 19th March, 2015. *Introduction* Knowledge Management (KM) is an influential tool for promoting uniqueness, realizing and re-engineering the various aspects of day-to-day activities of an organization. Knowledge Management is a new research area which is developing very rapidly. In the current knowledge economy, the survival of organization depends on how good it manages the knowledge to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. Information professionals should also evolve and adopt the knowledge environment by implementing knowledge management in their field. Knowledge management represents an opportunity by entrusting new roles and responsibilities for libraries and LIS professionals. LIS professionals have to gain new skills and involve themselves effectively in knowledge management practices to become relevant to their organisations to enable them to have a competitive edge for employment to people from other industries. The ultimate purpose of KM is to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of organizations, particularly in case of libraries and information centers. Although the concept of KM originated in the business field, but in practice it has now spread to the non-profit sector as well. Libraries as non-profit making organisations, improve their communication both horizontally and vertically thus promoting a sharing culture. It is for the same implications that the conference is being organised to pool up both the knowledge and experiences of the professionals working in the areas of KM and discuss the tools of managing the assets of knowledge. The conference is enveloping mostly on the various facets of Knowledge Management and its application in Libraries and Information Centers, thrived particularly with the following objectives: - To create awareness and provide a platform for exchange of ideas concerning tacit and explicit knowledge - To share knowledge and skills among academicians/ LIS professionals/ other knowledge based professionals working in private and public sector. - To understand knowledge management tools and their usage in KM initiatives. - To provide an opportunity to share innovative ideas and plans in the areas of KM. - To identify suitable initiatives in implementing KM in the library and information centers. *About AMU* Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), established in 1920, A.M.U. is one of the oldest central government funded universities in India. It was evolved out of the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (MAO College), which was set up by the great visionary and social reformer, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan in 1877. From its very inception, it has kept its door open to the members of all communities and from all corners of the country and the world. It occupies a unique position amongst universities and institutions of higher learning in the country. The main campus of AMU is located in the city of Aligarh. Quite recently, the University has been ranked among the best educational institutions in India. According to Times Higher Education Asia Ranking 2014, AMU has ranked 3rd among all Universities in India. It Ranked 50th among top 100 institutions of higher learning in BRICS grouping-2014 and 5th in The Week-Hansa Research (Best Universities Survey) 2014. *About Department* The foundation of the Department of Library Science was laid way back in 1950-51 with the introduction of a 'Certificate Course in Library Science,' by the then University Librarian, (Late) Padmashree Prof. S. Bashiruddin, who later on introduced a full time ‘Bachelor of Library Science' course in 1958-59 with full time Lecturers for the first time in the country. Subsequently, 'Master of Library Science' was introduced in1970-71 and Ph.D in 1990-91. A special feature of the revised syllabi is the emphasis on Information Technology and hands-on training on a number of library automation software packages. A well-equipped computer lab supports the revised syllabi with Internet facility. The seminar library of the department is the first fully automated library of the university. The teachers of the department have also received training in Information Technology within the country and also abroad. Presently the department is headed by the chairman Prof. Shabahat Husain, who has been recently conferred with the Prof. S.P Narang Research Promotion Award by Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS). The department has had the distinction of completing a number of DST and UGC major research projects by designing and developing L.I.S. Subject Gateway (*www.lisgateway.com <http://www.lisgateway.com>*), I.T. Subject Gateway (*http://www.itsubjectgateway.info/ <http://www.itsubjectgateway.info/>)* and E-Learning portal (*http://lislearning.in/ <http://lislearning.in/>*). As a Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof Shabahat Husain developed ‘Social Science Cyber Library’(*www.socsccybraryamu.ac.in <http://www.socsccybraryamu.ac.in>*), inaugurated by His Excellency Shri Pranab Mukherjee on 27.12.2013 as a part of inaugural programme of XXXVII Social Science Congress held from 27th to 31st December 2013. The Social Science Cyber Library which is first of its kind in the whole world is being used in 63 countries so far. Under the UGC’s Programme, the Department was awarded Special Assistance Programme SAP (DRS-I) in the financial year 2013-2014 for five years. The theme of the project is Knowledge Management with Prof.Shabahat Husain as its Coordinator and Dr. Naushad Ali.P.M as its Dy. Coordinator. The conference is one of the components of the project which is organised in the area of knowledge management and the strategies of organizing and capturing the knowledge in libraries and information centers. *Who should participate?* The conference would provide opportunities to meet and hear from library professionals, leaders and information scientists in all types of environments particularly from libraries and information centers, some of the categories are: - Academic fraternity in teaching, learning and research - Library and information science professionals - Information technology professionals - Research scholars and students - Information scientists - All stakeholder’s of knowledge management *Call for Papers* KMLIC-2015 welcomes submissions of research and scientific papers, case studies, working papers, etc. related to all aspects of Knowledge Management particularly based on the themes and sub themes of the conference. The paper submitted should have been neither published anywhere nor kept under consideration for publication. All papers will go through a review process and accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings/Edited Book. The papers should be submitted in soft form as an email attachment to: *kmlic.dlis(a)gmail.com <kmlic.dlis(a)gmail.com>* *Author’s Guidelines* The text of paper should be written in MS word, format with A4 size, 1.25 margins (Top, Bottom, Left & Right), 12 font size, Times New Roman, 1.5 line space. The Paper must be written in English and should not exceed 5000 words, with an abstract of 300 words. The style of formatting the article citation and references is APA Style of referencing. *Main Theme: Knowledge Management in Libraries and Information Centers* *Conference Sub-themes* *E-Learning:* - Innovative Pedagogies - Social Networking Technologies and e-learning - Learning Content and Metadata Standards - Peer to Peer Learning - E-learning and Business Models - LMS and CMS Systems - Digital Reading, Content Discovery, Content Navigation, Best Practices, etc. in e-learning. *Knowledge Management:* - KM Strategies and Implementations - Knowledge sharing and collaboration - Knowledge Management Practices - Models for Knowledge Management - Web 2.0 tools for Knowledge Management - Knowledge Management systems - Tools and Technology for Knowledge Management - Inter-organizational Knowledge Management *Open Access and Open Repositories:* - Open Access Resources and Open Access Softwares - Open Access Repositories - Issues concerning Open Access - IPR and Institutional Repositories *Issues concerning with Libraries and Information Centers:* - Innovative Library Services - Management of e-resources - Copyright - Plagiarism - Digital Rights Management - Digital Technologies and Social Media - Information Literacy *Conference Timeline* The Last Date of Submission of Abstracts: 05th February, 2015 Notification of the acceptance of Abstracts: 15th February, 2015 The Last Date of Submission of Papers: 25th February, 2015 *Conference Date: 18th – 19th March, 2015* *Registration Fees* *Category Without accommodation With accommodation* (Including breakfast and dinner) For Students and Research Scholars: Rs. 1000/- Rs. 2000/- For working Professionals: Rs. 1500/- Rs. 2500/- For Sponsored Professionals: Rs. 2500/- Rs. 3500/- The Registration Fee will include conference kit, conference proceeding, meals, refreshment, etc. Accommodation will be provided to the out station delegates in the University Guest House. The duly filled-in Registration Form along with Demand Draft (DD) in favour of *“Organizing Secretary KMLIC-2015”* payable at AMU, Aligarh, may be sent on the following address on or before 10 th March 2015. *Prof. Shabahat Husain*, Organizing Secretary, Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh - 202002. E-mail ID: *shabahat12(a)rediffmail.com <shabahat12(a)rediffmail.com>* Mobile No.: +91-9412177121 *Organizing Committee* Patron: *Lt. Gen (Retd.) Zameer Uddin Shah* (Vice Chancellor, AMU, Aligarh) Organizing Secretary: *Prof. Shabahat Husain* (Chairman, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) Convener: *Dr. Naushad Ali P.M* (Associate Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) Conference Director: *Prof. Jagtar Singh* (Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University Patiala) Rapporteur General: *Dr. M. Masoom Raza * (Associate Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) Committee Members: *Mr. S. Mustafa K.Q. Zaidi* (Associate Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) * Dr. Sudharma Haridasan* (Associate Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Nishat Fatima* (Assistant Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Mehtab Alam Ansari* (Assistant Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Muzamil Mushtaq* (Guest Teacher, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Shazia Khan* (Guest Teacher, Dept. of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh) *National Advisory Committee* Dr. Ashu Shokeen (Kurukshetra University and ILA President) Dr. B.S Nigam (MCRP Vishvavidyala, Bhopal, Noida Campus, Noida) Dr. D.V. Singh (Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra) Dr. Gayas Makhdumi (Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi) Dr. H. N. Prasad (Banaras Hindu University) Dr. I.V. Malhan (Central University of Himachal Pradesh) Dr. Jagdish Arora (Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Prof. Jagtar Singh (Punjabi University, Patiala) Prof. M.P.Satija (Guru Nanak Dev University) Prof. N. Laxman Rao (Osmania University) Prof. N.R. Satyanaraina (BBAU, Lucknow) Dr. Nabi Hasan (IIT Delhi) Prof. P.B. Mangla (Tagore National Fellow, Govt. of India, Ministry of Culture) Dr. P.R. Goswami (Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA) Dr. R. K. Chadha (Parliament Library) Dr. Ramesh Gaur (Jawaharlal Nehru University) Prof. S. R.Vara Lakshmi (Andhra University) Prof. S.M.Shafi (University of Kashmir) Prof. S.P. Singh (University of Delhi) Dr. Sangeeta Gupta (University of Jammu) Dr. Shalendra Kumar (University of Delhi) Dr. Tariq Ashraf (South Campus, University of Delhi) Prof. Wajih A. Alvi (IUST Awantipora, Kashmir) Dr. Yogendra Singh (IIT, Roorkee) *For further queries and details please feel free to contact:* Dr. Muzamil Mushtaq Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh - 202002 E-mail ID: naikoomuzamil(a)gmail.com Mobile: +91-8979249718 *Venue:* *Department of Library and Information Science* *Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, U.P* *202002* Conference blog: www.kmlic2015.wordpress.com Best _____________________________ *Dr. Muzamil Mushtaq* Department of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh, U.P., India - 202002 Cell No. : +91-8979249718 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Request
by RAKESH SINGH Bisen 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

*Dear All,* *Pl. send this article for research purpose:* *Cell Host and Microbes, 15, 1-2 (2014)* -- RAKESH SINGH BISEN LIBRARY OFFICER & NODAL OFFICER CSIR-IIIM Canal Road Jammu-180 001 bisen.iiim(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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UNESCO-UNAOC MILID Yearbook 2015: Call for Papers
by Jagtar Singh 16 Jan '15

16 Jan '15

Dear Professional Colleagues, Proposals are now being sought for articles to be published in the 2015 Yearbook on media and information literacy and intercultural dialogue. The MILID Yearbook is a peer reviewed academic publication and a joint initiative of the UNESCO-UNAOC University Cooperation Programme on Media and Information Literacy and Intercultural Dialogue. The cooperation programme was launched in 2011 within the framework of the UNESCO university twinning programme (UNITWIN). The MILID university network now consists of 14 universities from all regions of the world. MILID Yearbook 2013 and 2014 published in cooperation with the Nordic Information Centre for Media and Communication Research (NORDICOM). The objectives of the Yearbook are to: · Strengthen and deepen the knowledge concerning MILID on global, regional and national levels including in the frame on human rights and democracy · Widen and deepen the knowledge concerning MILID · Widen and deepen the collaboration and exchange between the partner universities on media and information literacy · Visualize and stimulate research and practices within as well as outside the UNITWIN Network in the field of MILID while promoting a more holistic perspective The theme of the 2015 Yearbook is, *“Media and Information Literacy: Post-2015 Sustainable Development Goals.”* In the year 2000, governments and development partners all over the world agreed on global eight development targets called the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). 2015 is a pivotal year as it marks the end of the period during which the MDGs are to be reached and the year in which new global development targets are to be set. These new targets are referred to as the Post 2015 Sustainable Development Goals. This process is in its highest gear with ongoing debates and consultative meetings/initiatives globally both online and offline. While much progress has been made, achievement of the MDGs has been mixed across counties. *Key Sub-themes:* a. Governance, citizenship and freedom of expression; b. Access to information and knowledge for all citizens; c. Development of media, libraries, Internet and other information providers; d. Education, teaching, and learning – including professional development; e. Linguistic and cultural diversity as well as intercultural and interfaith dialogue; f. Women, children and youth, persons with disabilities and other marginalised social groups; g. Health and wellness; h. Business, industry, employment and sustainable economic development; i. Agriculture, farming, wildlife protection, forestry and natural resources conservation as well as other areas. All articles submitted must be linked to one of the sub-themes above. Special attention should be given to the intercultural dimensions of these areas. Papers should engage the reader to understand media and information literacy beyond their home country or professional area of competence. The focus of the papers should be on the theme “Media and Information Literacy: Post-2015 Sustainable Development Goals.” All papers must demonstrate a connection with at least three of the following components: 1. Yearbook theme and sub-themes 2. Global Alliance for Partnership on MIL (GAPMIL) Framework and Plan of Action 3. Content includes research findings, theories, or reflects learned experience and best practices in either application of MIL, teaching or curriculum design 4. Topic is of global interest and lends to increase visibility for the MILID Yearbook 5. Author’s academic or professional leadership in the field The Yearbook will contain articles from MILID university network (called partners or member universities) as well as experts or practitioners outside of the network. Equal value is placed on both groups. The centrality of information and communications to development is irrefutable. The MILID Yearbook will provide a case for media and information literacy (MIL) as a tool for open and inclusive sustainable development. It will draw on research findings, theories and practices of MIL, and development focusing on the theme and sub-themes of the Yearbook. *Please assure that the proposal for your article is received via email no later than 23 January 2015. *Please note that you may author the article yourself or you may work with colleagues within your university or outside your university to write an article. You are the lead person for assuring that we have a paper from your university or region. Please give this your highest priority so that this Yearbook may be a positive accomplishment for our MILID group. More information @ http://milunesco.unaoc.org/unesco-unaoc-mil-intercultural-dialogue-call-for… Authors will be notified of acceptance by 06 February 2015. Authors should be prepared to submit a full article by 06 March 2015. Length: 3,000 to 5,000 words (approximately 10-13 pages double-spaced) Please use the APA Style for the purpose of articles. Proposal submission form attached. Email proposals to: jagtardeep(a)gmail.com Dr. Jagtar Singh, Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala-147002 (India) Please address questions to Jagtar Singh jagtardeep(a)gmail.com, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala (India), Alton Grizzle, a.grizzle(a)unesco.org, UNESCO, Paris (France), Sin Joan Yee, sjoan.yee(a)usp.ac.fj, University of South Pacific (Fiji), or Sherri Hope Culver shculver(a)temple.edu Temple University (USA), Center for Media and Information Literacy. *Proposal Submission Form* *Important Dates and Information* All articles and submissions must be in English. Abstracts for proposed articles must be submitted by 23 January 2015. Authors will be notified of acceptance by 06 February 2015. Authors should be prepared to submit a full article by 06 March 2015. Final papers: 3,000 to 5,000 words (approximately 10-13 pages double-spaced) *Email this form to jagtardeep(a)gmail.com <jagtardeep(a)gmail.com> by 23 January 2015. * *Name:* *Title:* *Email:* *Phone: * *Organization:* *BIO: (no more than 100 words)* *Topic:* LINK TO WHICH SUB-THEME (See Guideline) I understand and agree to meet the deadlines noted at the top of this document if my abstract is selected for the 2015 MILID Yearbook. Signature: Print name: -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IMF Data, now Open Access
by Shamprasad Pujar 15 Jan '15

15 Jan '15

Dear All, IMF has introduced a new platform to provide open access (Free) to all its data sets. The data sets include: International Financial Statistics, Balance of Payment Statistics, Government Finance Statistics, and Direction of Trade Statistics. IMF will run both systems (the old eLibrary and the new dissemination system) in parallel for three months to help transition users to the new platform. The new platform may be accessed at: http://data.imf.org Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Deputy Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-2841 6547 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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