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Presentation on "Cybernetics of De-Schooled Learning" on Wednesday, 26th Mar 2014 at 6.00 p.m.
by Mohan Hr 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

Dear all, Pl. find an invite for a presentation on "Cybernetics of De-Schooled Learning" by Dr. T.V. Gopal on Wednesday, 26th Mar 2014 at 6.00 p.m. The pdf invite is available at http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2014/mm-140326.pdf The invite in word doc format is available at http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2014/mm-140326.doc To facilitate dinner and other logistics, pl. pre-register at http://goo.gl/GTzKg PLEASE CONSIDER REGISTERING FOR THE PROGRAMS ONLY IF YOU ARE SURE OF ATTENDING. PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHER FELLOW MEMBERS AND PROFESSIONALS. By any chance, after registering, if you are not likely to attend, pl. inform us at least ONE day in advance by email to csiprograms(a)csi-india.org so that we will extend the invite to those in the wait list and also plan the dinner arrangements accordingly. With reagrds HR Mohan Chairman, IEEE CS & PCS and VP, CSI INVITE ========================================== Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter IEEE Professional Communication Society, Madras Chapter Cordially invite you to a presentation on "Cybernetics of De-Schooled Learning" by Dr. T.V. Gopal Professor, Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai - 600025 on Wednesday, 26th Mar 2014 at 6.00 p.m. at CSI Education Directorate, Taramani, Chennai - 600113 (Situated in the opposite lane to Indira Nagar MRTS Railway Station. About 100 meters away from the Dharmambal Women's Polytechnic & Opposite to the Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Institute of Hotel Management) Mr. P. Kumar, Chairman, CSI Chennai Mr. H.R. Mohan, Chairman, IEEE CS & PCS Madras Programme ======== 6.00 p.m. : Tea & Fellowship 6.30 p.m. : Presentation 8.00 p.m. : Dinner (Fruit & Bread) About the presentation ================= Social learning theory posits that learning is a cognitive process that takes place in a social context and can occur purely through observation or direct instruction, even in the absence of motor reproduction or direct reinforcement. In addition to the observation of behavior, learning also occurs through the observation of rewards and punishments. While formal education is appreciated, the ICT enabled world provides ample scope for de-schooling the societal processes of learning. Cybernetics provides integrated behavioral and cognitive theories of learning in order to provide a comprehensive model that could account for the wide range of learning experiences that occur in the real world. About: Norbert Wiener & Programmes in honour of him: Father of Cybernetics, Norbert Wiener (November 26, 1894 - March 18, 1964) was an American mathematician and philosopher. He was Professor of Mathematics at MIT. Wiener is considered the originator of cybernetics, a formalization of the notion of feedback, with implications for engineering, systems control, computer science, biology, philosophy, and the organization of society. This lecture is based on the works of Norbert Wiener. Dr. T. V. Gopal has organized two one - day events in honor of Norbert Wiener at ISI, Kolkatta and IIIT, Allahabad. He is the CSI representative on the Technical Programme Committee of the 21st Century Norbert Wiener conference scheduled to be held at Boston, USA between 24 - 26 June 2014. More about this conference at http://21stcenturywiener.org/ Dr. T.V. Gopal is presently serving as the Conference Chair for TAMC 2014 scheduled to be held at Anna University between 11 - 13 April 2014. More about TAMC2014 at http://www.annauniv.edu/tamc2014/ About the Speaker ============== Dr. T.V. Gopal, an alumnus of Osmania University and Hyderabad central University obtained his PhD from Anna University. He has worked on the organizing / programme committee of several national and international workshops/conferences of Computer Society of India (CSI) and other technical associations. Currently, he is the chairperson of the Division II (Software) of the CSI. Earlier, he had been the editor of CSI Digest and CSI Communications. He is credited for having co-edited the Plus I & II Computer Science textbooks of the Govt. of Tamil Nadu. His areas of interest include: Operating Systems; Distributed Computing; Usability Engineering; Information Architecture; Object Oriented Technologies; Software Quality; Nano-Computing; and Science and Spirituality. He has authored the following books: HRISHIKESA : Krishna - A Natural Evolution; Open Source Software; and Programming Languages - Design and Implementation. He also provides consultancy services to leading software industries he has published 38 technical papers and 6 papers in the area of Science and Spirituality. More about Dr TVG at http://www.annauniv.edu/staff/gopal/ Registration ========= To facilitate dinner and other logistics, pl. pre-register at http://goo.gl/GTzKg PLEASE CONSIDER REGISTERING FOR THE PROGRAMS ONLY IF YOU ARE SURE OF ATTENDING. PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHER FELLOW MEMBERS AND PROFESSIONALS. By any chance, after registering, if you are not likely to attend, pl.inform us at least ONE day in advance by email to csiprograms(a)csi-india.org so that we will extend the invite to those in the wait list and also plan the dinner arrangements accordingly. -- 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 Satish S 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

One of our student is in urgent need of the following article, anybody who have subscribed this please send the same. *Title*-Biomass supported solar thermal hybrid power plant for continuous electricity generation from renewable source. *Author*-Chowdhury, S.H. ; Oo, A.M.T. ; Banerjee, P.K. *Source*-Developments in Renewable Energy Technology (ICDRET), 2012 2nd International Conference on the Publication Year: 2012 , Page(s): 1 - 4 IEEE Conference Publications *Link*- http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?newsearch=true&queryText… With regards... -- SATISH.S MLISc., M.Phil RVCE, http://www.rvce.edu.in/ BENGALORU -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SciDataCon2014 -Invitation
by Usha Munshi 16 Mar '14

16 Mar '14

*SciDataCon 2014: * *International Conference on Data Sharing and Integration for Global Sustainability * *New Delhi, 2-5 November 2014 * *First Call for Abstracts and Sessions (Deadline: 30 April 2014) * There are many pressing sustainability challenges facing today's society, from food and water security to poverty alleviation and climate change. Such challenges cannot be solved without multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, as well as the collection, sharing, integration, use, and stewardship of data across scientific disciplines and domains, and from international sources. The effectiveness and credibility not only of research but also proposed solutions will be highly dependent on the availability of well-documented, quality-assessed, and timely scientific datasets. To facilitate the work of international research undertakings (including the 'Future Earth' research programme on global sustainability to be launched by ICSU and its partners in 2014) and to amplify the message of like- minded global data initiatives promoting data sharing and interoperability (including the Group on Earth Observations and the recently established Research Data Alliance), SciDataCon 2014 will highlight the theme of Data Sharing and Integration for Global Sustainability. *The SciDataCon 2014 Steering Committee* now invites proposals for sessions, and abstracts for oral presentations and posters, addressing the overarching conference theme of 'Data Sharing and Integration for Global Sustainability' and related themes such as those indicated below. 1. Data sharing, integration, and interoperability to address research challenges in global sustainability: 2. Big Data science and technology: 3. Development and sustainability of data services: * Data publication and citation * Innovative approaches to data integration and interoperability * Semantic data integration * Interoperability standards and reference data * Software architecture and systems * Disciplinary and interdisciplinary case studies: environment, health, social sciences, humanities, biodiversity, climate change, materials, energy, disasters, etc. * Data-intensive scientific discovery * Large-scale computing software and systems * Presentation, analytics, learning, and knowledge discovery * Data mining and visualisation * High-impact applications * Data systems and infrastructure sustainability * Data curation and stewardship, and development of trusted repositories * Solutions and tools for research data management and data security * Rescue of scientific data at risk * Capacity building and education in data science * Private sector roles and public-private partnerships 4. Scientific data for decision making and policy: 5. International collaboration on research data: * Assessment of the impact and economic and societal value of data * Data quality, documentation, and credibility * Data-driven models and data products for decision- and policy-makers * Citizen science and crowdsourcing * Sustainability indicators and metrics * Open government * Development of new observational and data networks * Interoperability and integration of existing data networks * Data policy and access, particularly in developing countries * Open scientific research data frameworks, including legal issues * Capacity building and advocacy * Lessons learned from past or current international research and data programmes * New opportunities to support Future Earth and other international research initiatives *Submission Instructions* Proposals should be submitted before 00:00 UTC on 1 May 2014. Abstracts for oral presentations and posters Proposed abstracts must be submitted online, and uploaded files must conform to the format used in the following MS Word template: [LINK to the File on the website] ** Abstract Submission [LINK]* *Proposals for sessions* Proposed sessions must also be submitted online, and envisage a panel discussion, a workshop, or a series of papers on a coherent theme. The proposal should include information about the theme, format, and speakers, in addition to including the status of speaker invitations and their commitment. * *Session Submission [LINK]* *Abstracts publication* All accepted abstracts will be published in the Conference Proceedings, following the prescribed submission format. Selected authors, who indicated their intention to submit full papers, will be invited to publish a peer- reviewed manuscript in a special issue of the CODATA Data Science Journal. *About * SciDataCon 2014 is jointly organized by the Committee on Data for Science and Technology (CODATA) and the World Data System (WDS) interdisciplinary committees of the International Council for Science (ICSU), in collaboration with the Indian National Science Academy (INSA). *For enquiries: secretariat(a)scidatacon2014.org <secretariat(a)scidatacon2014.org> Conference Website: www.SciDataCon2014.org <http://www.SciDataCon2014.org>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT- Online Course
by Parul Zaveri 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

Dear Moderator I request you to upload following information on LIS Forum SHPT School of Library Science, SNDT Women's University is introducing an Online Course on' ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT' from 15th April 2104. Any one interested may join this course. Details about the course is available at following link. S.N.D.T Women's University S.N.D.T Women's University 4-Credit Online Course on Archives Management (April 15 - June 14, 2014) by SHPT School of Library Science SNDT Women’s University Mumbai 4... View on online.sndt.ac.in Preview by Yahoo Regards Dr. Parul Zaveri Course Coordinator SHPT School of Library Science SNDT Women's University, Mumbai -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to attend National workshop on Plagiarism at JNU on 23 April 2014
by Ramesh C Gaur 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

National Workshop on Plagiarism : Issues and Challenges Organized by Central Library Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi Date: April 23rd , 2014 Venue: Auditorium-I, Convention Centre, JNU Supported by INFLIBENT &BALANI INFOTECH 23rd April is observed as Word Book and Copyright Day in order to honor and acknowledge the authors and their contributions –books and other intellectual content. The UNESCO establishes 23 April a red letter day for the significance it holds for world literature. It was the day in year 1616 when Cervantes and Shakespeare left for their heavenly abode, though the fact is not unanimously accepted among the scholars. Strangely the day happens to beassociated with life (and death) of many renowned littérateurs such as Maurice Druon,K.Laxness, Vladimir Nabokov, JosepPla and Manuel MejíaVallej. Celebrating the Day, UNESCO aims to promote, support, joys of reading, publishing, acknowledging and protecting the contributions of authors through adherence to copyright laws by one and all. In consonance with the same spirit, the Central Library, JNU in collaboration with INFLIBNET and M/S Balani InfoTech will organize a daylong workshop for the research scholars of the university. It is hoped that the national seminar will provide a forum to the experts and researchers to deliberate upon the issues related to plagiarism and copyright laws. The proceedings of the Day commensurate with the mission of Central Library, which promotes scholarly communication as per the norms and ethics of the academic world. It is well accepted that honesty is the basic policy of academic or scientific writing. Unfortunately, the widely rampant lapse is plagiarism which occurs intentionally or unintentionally. As the issue of plagiarism is assuming greater concern, universities worldwide, are taking concerted efforts to deter, prevent and discipline plagiarism. The scholars or researchers in academic world are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity and avoid all forms of writing which can be considered as plagiarism. Plagiarism has been defined as taking someone else’s words, ideas and passing them off as one’s own. It is an act of using the language and thoughts of others without acknowledging them. It tantamount to misappropriation, infringement, piracy, counterfeiting or academic theft or fraud. There are ten most common types of plagiarism , as mentioned on the website ofplagiarism.org,which are listed as follows: clone: Submitting another’s work, word-for-word, as one’s own; CTRL-C has significant portions of text from a single source without alterations ; Find – replace -changes key words and phrases but retains the essential content of the source; Remix - Paraphrases from multiple sources, made to fit together; Recycle borrows generously from the writer’s previous work without citation; Hybrid Combines perfectly cited sources with copied passages without citation; Mash up - mixes copied material from multiple sources; 404 error- includes citations to non-existent or inaccurate information about sources; Aggregator includes proper citation to sources but the paper contains almost no original work; Re-tweet Includes proper citation, but relies too closely on the text’s original wording and/or structure. Spotlighting the causes at times the (pseudo) researchers may lack complete understanding of the subject as a result may be hesitant to undertake original research writing. The researchers may be unaware of the importance of academic honesty and publishing ethics. They may be ignorant of the consequences which may befall them when they get caught. At times, the researchers may be tempted to take short cuts and end up plagiarising. They may lack the ability to express their views in their own language. They may lack the ability to quote, paraphrase and summarize the sources. The researchers may not be proficient in assimilating and integrating the views of other scholars in their own writings. They may be unaware of theimmense relevance of the references and citations and how to list them, which they have consulted and used. Citations and references are the notations in the text of a paper which identify the source of the authors’ claims, other research and theories mentioned in the paper. References serve as a pivotal link in the scholarly communication which enable the readers to investigate in more depth the details of a given thought or idea. Self-plagiarism is considered equally unacceptable in academic world. It is copying material which one has previously contributed and published and projecting it as new contribution and getting it published. It is an act of literary theft and is prolific in the scholarly world. Self-plagiarism is considered unethical because the journal space is exceptionally limited, where researchers compete with one another to get published after passing through rigorous process of peer review. The editors and referees have to spend considerable time in screening and evaluating the authors’ manuscripts. If the same manuscript is submitted twice it leads to duplication of content, efforts and dissipation of energy. Objectives The workshop is unique, first-of-its-kind in India, which aims to be a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing on issue of plagiarism which is highly relevant to all the stakeholders of scholarly communication. The workshop will have eminent experts from industry, academia,law as resource persons, library professionals who have been early adopters of tools and technologies which are used to detect and prevent plagiarism. This workshop would be a rare opportunity for researchers, students, and Library& Information Science Professionals to gain knowledge of various facets of plagiarism. The day-long seminar will inform and educate the researchers about the importance of academic honesty, plagiarism and its repercussions across the scholarly communication. It will sensitize the researchers towards the consequences which may befall due to intentional or unintentional plagiarism or self plagiarism. It will educate the researchers about how copyright laws and plagiarism rules apply to using material from the Internet. It will also educate the researchers about the relevance of providing accurate citations and references in the scholarly communication. It is hoped that the day-long seminar will increase the researchers’ understanding and adherence to copyright laws and other measures to protect intellectual copyrights. The format of the workshop will be demos, case studies, followed by lectures , breakout sessions and a short quiz for the researchers. Tentative Programme 9.00 am to 10. 00 am Registration 10.00am to 11.11 am Inaugural Session 11.00 am to 11.15 am Tea Break 11.15 am to 1.00 pm TutorialsonTurnitin and iThenticate Case Study/ Presentation on Turnitin and iThenticate 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm Lunch 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm Technical Session-1on How to avoid Plagiarism Discussion on Issues Related to: (i)What is Plagiarism and how to avoid it (ii) Use and Methods of Referencing, Citation and Quotations in Research papers (iii) Paraphrasing and other Issues with Research Writing 3.30 pm to 3.45 pm Tea Break 3.45 pm to 5.00 pm Technical Session-2 on Plagiarism Policy (i) Case Study Presentations (ii) Draft Policy for University Librarians in India 5.00 pm to 5.30 pm Concluding Session For any further details please feel free to contact Workshop Director: Workshop Director Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551, Mobile: 9810487158 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com, jnuplagiarismworkshop(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm Workshop Support The Workshop is supported by i. Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre is an Autonomous Inter-University Centre (IUC) of University Grants Commission (UGC) involved in creating infrastructure for sharing of library and information resources and services among Academic and Research Institutions. INFLIBNET works collaboratively with Indian university libraries to shape the future of the academic libraries in the evolving information environment. For more details: [www.inflibnet.ac.in ] ii. BalaniInfotech Pvt. Ltd. is New Delhi based Library and Information Science Company. They are leading provider of e-resources to the Academic, Research Institutes and Corporate across India and sub-continent.The company also provides the subscriptions for the Plagiarism Software’s like Turnitin and iThenticate to UGCInfonet Consortium, Universities and Institutions in India. The software Turnitin is the global leader in evaluating and improving student learning and is cloud-based service for originality checking, online grading and peer review saves instructors time and provides rich feedback to students. For more details:[http://www.balaniinfotech.com/] Who should attend? The Workshop invites the faculty, students and Library Professionals from various University Libraries in India. Approximately 300 participants may attend the above event Registration The registration is open to 300 participants from all over India on First cum First Serve Basis. However, the preference will be given to the Library Professionals, Faculty and students from Universities/Colleges/ Academic Institutions in India. Participants from outstations need to arrange their accommodation and travel support from their own organizations. The last date of registration is 18th April, 2014. However, if registration exceeds, registration may close prior to this date. Important Dates Last date for registration to the above Workshop –18thApril 2014 How to register Please send your registration through email at jnuplagiarismworkshop(a)gmail.com witha Line of your Interest for Attendance in the Workshop and your details including yourName and Complete Address, Phone number/Mobile.For more details and latest update please log on to JNU Library Website. Venue Auditorium - I, Convention Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067 ************************************** 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 ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm Sent from my iPad -- 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 Harish Y S 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Dear Professionals Our Research scholar need below article, If you have access please send me the same. http://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/content/article/10.1680/macr.1993.45.162.5… Material and environmental factors influencing the compressive strength of unsealed cement paste and concrete at high temperatures Authors: R. Sarshar; G. A. Khoury Source: Magazine of Concrete Research, Volume 45, Issue 162, 01 March 1993 , pages 51 –61 -- Regards Harish Y S Librarian National Institute of Engineering, Manandavadi Road, Mysore-8, Mob - +919886384826 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Technical Asst / Librarian Job at Orissa High Court 2014
by Pavithrabai M S 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Technical Asst / Librarian Job at Orissa High Court 2014 *Posted Date:* March 12, 2014 *5 Vacancies at Orissa High Court with pay Rs.5200-34800/- for graduate / intermediate candidates. Apply before 31st March 2014.* *Name of the Government Organization:* Orissa High Court Orissa High Court invites applications for the following posts: *Job Number: 01* *Job Designation:* Librarian *Number of Post:* 01 (One) *Pay Scale*: Rs. 9300 - 34800 with GP Rs. 4200/- *Qualification:* Candidate must be graduate with 2nd class from recognized University. Degree in library science with PGDCA. *Age Limit:* 18-35 Years as on 01.01.2014 *Job Number: 02* *Job Designation:* Technical Assistant *Number of Post:* 04 (Four) *Pay Scale:* Rs. 5200 - 20200 with GP Rs. 2000/- *Qualification*: Candidate must be intermediate with diploma certificate course in library science and PGDCA. *Age Limit:* 18-35 Years as on 01.01.2014 *Place of Work:* Cuttack, Orissa *How to Apply:* Eligible and interested candidates should need to apply online in the prescribed format by logging in to the website www.oriddahighcourt.nic.in (recruitment corner). *Last Date to Apply:* 31st March 2014 *Advertisement Details:* http://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in/pdf/recruitment/librarian10032014.pdf -- *With Best Regards :* *Pavithrabai.* *M. S.* * MLISc., Mphil.,** MA.* *Bangalore, IndiaBlog : * http://daarideepa-ilcis.blogspot.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Migrate Your Data from Excel to Koha with the help of Videos
by DP Tripathi 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Dear Colleagues, I would like to draw your attention towards two videos given below which describes "how to migrate data from one system to Koha?" http://koha.librarianguide.in/?page_id=971 http://koha.librarianguide.in/?page_id=973 Actually, data migration is a big challenge for everyone especially when you are shifting from existing system to any other system. In these videos, I have tried to discuss how you can migrate your data from excel to Koha easily. No doubt, there are many help files available on the net, I have also tried to add in the form of videos. Hope this 2 videos will help everyone in migration. Thanks with kind regards, -- ********************* D. P. Tripathi Assistant Librarian Biju Patnaik Central Library NIT Rourkela Odisha - 769008 www.librarianguide.in ********************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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RDA Express : a service to convert any library catalog to RDA
by Mailing List Admin 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 23:48:10 +0530 From: Salman Haider <salman.mlisc(a)gmail.com> RDA Express : a service to convert any library catalog to RDA #RDA <https://plus.google.com/s/%23RDA> #CATALOGING<https://plus.google.com/s/%23CATALOGING> http://resourcedescriptionandaccess.blogspot.com/2014/03/rda-express-servic…

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LIS FEDERATION Formed at Bangalore-reg--Karunakar.N
by Karunakar N 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Dear Professional Colleagues, Instead of idea of forming Federation of LIS Associations , why all presidents/Whatever Members can take a step in merging in one @these below mentioned Associations and fight for it. Can all take a step like how the National Parties do so for benefits of their own/all. FYA Below> > There are number of LIS Associations at different levels including > National, State, District and Regional. Again we have sector > /discipline wise associations like University, Special, Academic, > School, Medical, College (Degree), PU College, Engineering, > Management, etc. Some of the associations, at state level include > KALA, AKELPA, Karnataka Medical Library Association, MyLISA, KSCLA, > KASULA, DKKLA, IALA, IPLA (both although India level, more of > Karnataka), KSSC/STLA, SIS Bangalore Chapter and many more. There are > local/state chapters of few National level associations. -- * Thanks & Regards,*** *Karunakar.N** B.Sc., MLISc., M.Phil., MBA. Librarian, Govt Women College, Hunsur, Hunsur(T), Mysore(D). Karnataka, INDIA* *************Life is a school. There is something new to learn wherever we may be, wherever we go, wherever we turn. >............................. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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