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Change of name of LIS
by Prabhash N. Rath 28 Aug '08

28 Aug '08

Dear all In fact, the view expressed by Prof. Mangla has already been discussed by one of the senior most LIS teachers, Prof. M. R. Riswadkar in a lecture at Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune. However, personally I feel, the change of nomenclature may adversely affect fundamental research on some basic LIS subjects like classification, universe of subjects, information science etc. But in practice, exactly the same is happening throughout the country, so I also feel that the name of the course should be Library and Information Management (or Information and Library Management) whatever it may be. With regards Prabhash N. Rath Prabhash Narayana Rath, Ph. D. Documentation Officer Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (University estd. under section 3 of UGC Act 1956) 846 Shivajinagar Agarkar Road Pune 411004 Ph: +91-20-25650287 (O.), 25678311 (R.) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Need to Review the Present Nomenclature
by Susmita Chakraborty 28 Aug '08

28 Aug '08

Dear All, Dear All, Dear All, I fully agree with Prof. Singh that content is of prime importance and we should revitilise our domain by re-appraising the whole curricula. Still the need remains to top it up with a new name suitable with the new areas that are coming up everyday into our field. Even if it is said "what's in a name" but still it remains the most important identity tag for visualising a field at the first encounter, its like an one-like indicative abstract for a field of discipline. So we should choose judiciously and I opt for "Information Studies" like the West or "Information & Knowledge Studies" with the librarians named as Information or "Knowledge Officer", lower level library workers as "Knowledge Worker" Thanks to Prof. Mangla for raising this issue. *As I see from the list appended to the CDC Report, there have been many discussions on the syllabus front, the key players being IATLIS and LIS Dept.s of different universities. I request every one to upload (or if already uploaded, give a link to) those documents to this forum. * ** *Then by some stipulated time, we would go through them, summarize, add/modify upon, and a new syllabus with past knowledge and current trends will emerge.* *For nomenclature, without going into details, let us just name names & where it is used: as for eg,* ** *Information Studies- University of Southhampton ( if possible include their syllabus as an attachment)* Thank you all. *Susmita Chakraborty* Bengal Engineering and Science University (http://www.becs.ac.in) West Bengal, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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by DINESH SIDDAIAH 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

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PROFESSOR INCHARGE FOR LIBRARY : IS IT STILL FOLLOWED
by A.Manimekalai 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

Dear Sir/ Madam, I am very much confused withthe status of the library professionals in the University Library with respect to the Professor incharge. Is it still in habitual ? If so What is is the need for us to do SLET, NET or PhD? If there is any G.O. available that Library professionals (Head} of the Library is directly answerable to the DEAN/ Principal? If so please let me know. If the branch libraries of the university is running with the Asst. Librarian or Deputy Librarian, is there a post called Professor Incharge is still in function? Kindly clarify and if there is any G.O available stating this information please help me by sending the same. Thanks, Manimekalai -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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by jasim s 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Congratulations Dr. Shalini R Urs
by Mailing List Admin 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:59:17 -0700 (PDT) From: narayanare gowda <narayanare(a)yahoo.com> Dear LIS Professionals Really Our teacher Got a valuable award This is very Happy to Congradulate to our Beloved teacher Dr.Shalini Urs Deptment of Library Information Science , Mysore University ,Mysore , I personally Congradulate to My teacher . Narayan R E Librarian, Vivekananda College Of Pharmacy Dr.Rajakumar Road, Rajajinagar Bangalore-55 Cell:9916196477 Thank you Madam ----- Original Message ---- From: Mailing List Admin <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Sent: Wednesday, August 27, 2008 10:40:39 AM Subject: [LIS-Forum] Congratulations Dr. Shalini R Urs Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:02:51 +0530 From: P. S. MANJUNATHA <manjax4u(a)gmail.com> LIS Professionals This is very good news to hear about Dr. Shalini R Urs is the winner of Emerald Research Fund Award: LIS for the year 07/08, I am personally congratulating her for this achievement. Regards, P. S. MANJUNATHA LIBRARIAN B.N.M.I.T SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES BANASHANKARI II STAGE BANGALORE - 70 _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Librarian vacancy at SCTIMST, Trivandrum
by Mailing List Admin 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

Date: Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:13:39 +0530 From: Vimal Kumar <vimal0212(a)gmail.com> Librarian—Cum—Information Officer Gr.I (Vacancy 1) Rs.8000-275-13500/-. Upper Age limit: 45 years as on 31.08.2008. Qualification & Experience: M.LISc. or an equivalent degree. 7 years experience in the job/field in a research/scientific library of a reputed organization of which 5 years in the supervisory capacity. Diploma/Certificate in computer operation from a recognized institution. Desirable: Experience in implementation and management of digital libraries. Details at http://sctimst.ac.in/ -- Vimal Kumar V. Asst. Librarian Asian School of Business Technopark, Trivandrum-695 581 Web: www.asb.edu.in/vimal/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White

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FW: Need to Review the Present Nomenclature
by Mailing List Admin 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

Date: Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:45:47 +0530 From: Koteswara_Tumuluru <Koteswara_Tumuluru(a)satyam.com> Dear Friends, I feel its a very good thought and an idea from Prof Mangla which is appropriately ratified by Dr Rao and others. I am also touched by the views of Pradip Das who spoke about the identity crisis for LIS professionals among people. We should give a serious thinking to this issue for uplifting the way we are perceived in the industry & job market. The paradox is that we obtain Library & Information Science degrees from Arts & Commerce colleges in our Universities. I think the bottom line benefit(s) of changing from Library and Information Science to Library and Information Management are that we can attract better inflow of good students to the profession, enhanced self-esteem and the highly deserved 'feel-good-factor' for the young information managers. This is the era of Leadership and the Librarian as a Leader (a Manager with broad perspective, passion, ownership, accountability and a turn for nurturing further leaders), deserves the right nomenclature to enjoy the feel-good-factor and the rightful place & identify in this global workplace/market. I think this as our proactive gesture in catching up with the dynamic changes taking place like in any other profession, in the best interest of our profession, which will be regarded & appreciated by the next generation LIM professionals. Best Regards Koteswara Rao Tumuluru Librarian Satyam Computer Services Ltd -----Original Message----- From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-bounces@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of Dr. M. Koteswara Rao Sent: Monday, August 25, 2008 5:12 PM To: pramod mangla Cc: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Need to Review the Present Nomenclature Dear colleagues, I am happy to note that prof. mangla has raised a very relevant and pertinent issue which is also brooding in my mind for some time. Yes, indeed the 'science' in our profession does not stand out clearly for obvious reasons. In our universities, we have LIS departments under the faculty of Arts and Science also. We also notice that every other profession has a clear mandate and a 'professional calling' which is acceptable and respected by everyone. I think with the introduction of IT in libraries the LIS profession has come a long way both in term of skills used by the library staff to deliver information in non-traditional ways, and the paradigm shift in information generation, storage, processing and dissemination itself. The name Library & Information Management is aptly suitable for our professional courses as suggested by Prof. Mangla. Dr. M. Koteswara Rao Librarian University of Hyderabad > Dear Professsionals, > For quite some time I have been debating with people in the LIS that it is > high time that we give a fesh look to the nomenclature of our professional > degrees. I now strongly hold the view that the word Science in our qualifications has lost its utility or charm and the professional degree should henceforth be called B./M.degree in Library & information Management.This is the need of the hour and our courses should be revised > accordingly.The name Lib.& Inf.Sc. has today become a misnomer. I would like > to have the view of the professionals through this Forum and then we should > possibly plan a strategy to bring about the desired cahnge. > Best wishes, > Prof.P.B.Mangla > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum DISCLAIMER: This email (including any attachments) is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient/s and may contain material that is CONFIDENTIAL AND PRIVATE COMPANY INFORMATION. Any review or reliance by others or copying or distribution or forwarding of any or all of the contents in this message is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by email and delete all copies; your cooperation in this regard is appreciated. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job Opportunities at TCS
by Kishore Ingale 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

Job Opportunities at TCS Library & Information Centres (LICs) Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, business solutions and outsourcing organization that delivers real results to global businesses, ensuring a level of certainty no other firm can match. A part of the Tata Group, India's largest industrial conglomerate, TCS has over 116,000 of the world's best trained IT consultants in 50 countries. The company generated consolidated revenues of US $5.7 billion for fiscal year ended 31 March 2008. TCS has one of the largest network of corporate libraries in India, with 80 Centres, spread across 13 cities managed by over 140 professionals. Leading with world class infrastructure facilities and high quality processes & benchmarks, TCS Library & Information Centres (LICs) offer a wide range of information services in alignment with TCS’s global business needs. To support its fast expanding information services network, TCS invites applications from talented, enthusiastic, team players for its libraries at Ahmadabad, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Pune. These are regular positions and selected candidates should be prepared to work in that location on a long term basis. The remuneration and benefits will be on par with the best in industry. Eligibility Criteria: 1. M.L.I.S / Masters in (Library Science / Information Science / Information Management) / ADIS / equivalent degree. 2. 0 – 3 years experience in a academic/ special library. 3. Age not exceeding 27 years. 4. Willingness to work in any centre within the city with flexible timings. 5. Excellent communication skills. Application formalities: Resumes in the prescribed format are to be mailed to corporate.library(a)tcs.com, by Wednesday the 10th Sep 2008, mentioning the subject line as "LIC Recruitment 2008". Candidates will have to clearly mention to which location (city) they are applying and their choice of location (city) to take the written test. Application in the prescribed (one page) format will be enough & no other certificates / documents required at this stage. Selection Process: Short listed candidates will be first put through a written test to be held simultaneously across India (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune & Trivandrum) on Friday the 19th of Sep 2008. Candidates may choose to take the test in any of these cities and this need to be clearly indicated in their application. No travel expenses will be borne by TCS for attending the written test. Based on their written test performance, select candidates will be called for personal interview in the following week at respective locations to which they have applied. Travel cost (return fare) by 2nd class train/bus, will be reimbursed on production of valid tickets for those attending the personal interview. Exact dates will be intimated to the candidates separately. For any clarifications and information write to <corporate.library @tcs.com>. BP Prakash General Manager & Global LIC Head Tata Consultancy services, Mumbai. ================================ Application for position of “Officer” at TCS Library & Information Centre Location Applying for: ___________________________________________ (Select from Ahmedabad, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Pune) Preferred Location for Written Test on Friday the 19th Sep 2008:_______________________ Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Trivandrum (Mention only one location closer to your domicile/ current placement) Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY): ___________________ Age: ________ Yrs Address for Communication: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________ Pin Code: ___________________________ Contact Nos: __________________________ Email: ____________________ Educational Qualifications (Also include diploma, certificate course, and any other qualifications) (Please give details for all examinations SSC / 10th onwards) Course/ Degree Institute/College/ University Year of Passing Marks Obtained Percentage Division / Class Professional Experience, if any: Employer Period of Service Designation Work Profile in Brief Salary Drawn Sign: ____________________ Date: __________________________ Mail your applications to corporate.library(a)tcs.com ================================== Kishore Ingale Sr Manager, Corporate LIC Tata Consultancy Services Gateway Park, Road No.13 MIDC, Andheri (E) Mumbai - 400 093,Maharashtra India Ph:- +91 22 6779 3588 Buzz:- 422 5998 Cell:- 09226711630 Mailto: kishore.ingale(a)tcs.com Website: http://www.tcs.com ____________________________________________ Experience certainty. 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Internet Resources Newsletter - September Issue
by MacLeod, Roderick A 27 Aug '08

27 Aug '08

____________________________________________ Internet Resources Newsletter ____________________________________________ The latest edition of the FREE monthly newsletter for academics, students and researchers is now available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn165/irn165.html No subscription or registration is needed to access this full-text newsletter at the above site. You can also subscribe to the free, full-text email version at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn.html An RSS feed for the newsletter is available: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn.rss Featured in this issue: Comment Internet Resources Newsletter by email and RSS Random Quotes News items of interest A-Z New & Notable Web Sites: About 100 new and notable websites: new services, ejournals, directories, search engines, publishers, government sites, eResources, booksellers, calls for papers, software, news services, conferences, research groups, plus anything else of interest, etc, etc. Nice Web Site(s): OpenSIGLE and IET Discover Blogorama Selected interesting blogs, RSS feeds and related news items Recent Internet books in the Library Get a life! Leisure Time After hours Published by Heriot-Watt University Library, and edited by Roddy MacLeod (R.A.MacLeod(a)hw.ac.uk) Catherine Ure and Marion Kennedy -- Heriot-Watt University is a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC000278. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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