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Dr. K. S. Umapathy and Dr. K. Padma Umapathy Memorial Lecture Series
by Krishnamurthy Madaiah 10 Feb '20

10 Feb '20

Dear LIS Professionals, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) is happy to invite you to the Dr. K. S. Umapathy and Dr. K. Padma Umapathy Memorial Lecture Series lecture of the series has been scheduled on Friday, 13th February 2020 at 11.00 AM at Govt First College, Bangarapet ,Kolar District Title: *“The Need for a Reading culture and a library”* Speaker: Shri Divakar, Deputy Director, District Public Library, Kolar Kolar Venue : Govt First College, Bangarapet ,Kolar District Date and Time : 13th Feb, 11.00 AM You are cordially invited. Thanks and Regards, M.Krishnamurthy Gen Secretary, KALA Prof A.Y Asunidi, President Usha S , Librarian , Govt First Grade College, Bangarapet Regards, M.Krishnamurthy ************************************************************** Dr. M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc.,Ph.D., Fulbright Scholar, (U.S.A) Digitization Course,( U.S.A) Associate Professor Documentation Research and Training Center Indian Statistical Institute Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 India Phone No: 91-80-26985493 Mob:91-9980035933 URL:http://www.isibang.ac.in/~krish/ Secretary Finance- Association of British Scholars General Secretary-Karnataka State Library Association

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Request for a book chapter
by Francis Jayakanth 07 Feb '20

07 Feb '20

Dear Members, One of our students needs the following book chapter: A gradient algorithm for the analysis of pipe networks by E. Todini, & S. Pilati Publication: Computer applications in water supply: vol. 1---systems analysis and simulation, June 1988 Pages 1–20 Can someone having access to the publication, kindly send me a copy of the chapter. Thanks and regards, Francis Francis Jayakanth JRD Tata Memorial Library IISc, Bengaluru-560012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Short Term Course on OSSLM 2020: Open Source Software for Library Management at IIT Kharagpur
by hemantabiswal5＠yahoo.com 07 Feb '20

07 Feb '20

Dear Sir/Madam, It is our great pleasure to inform you that Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is going to organise an International Short Term Course on “Open Source Software for Library Management (OSSLM 2020)” dated 11-16 May 2020. The hands-on training program will cover detailed insights into three most widely used Open Source Software i.e. Koha, DSpace and Vufind. The following broad topics will be covered: Library Automation using Koha [advance level] Institutional Digital Repository and services using Dspace [advanced level] Library resource portal using VuFind. Target Participants Interested academicians, working professionals and research scholars in the field of Library and Information Science may attend this advanced hands-on training programme which will be very effective to run modern library. It may also be noted that IT Professionals working in Library are also suitable to attend the courses. Registration Fees: Registration fee for the participants are: Rs. 8000/- (Individual), Rs. 9000/- ( Sponsored), $250 (SAARC countries), $300 (other countries). The fee is inclusive of GST value (18%). The registration fee includes kit, course materials (Software CD), Lunch and Dinner during the training program. Limited Seat Availability: The week-long intensive and advanced level hands-on training courses on Library and Information Science will help to build a Smart Library. Workshop participants are restricted to 80 only. The detail can be found in brochure attached herewith and bellow link. http://www.library.iitkgp.ac.in/pages/con/osslm20/index.html Accommodation & Transportation: Accommodation will be arranged in our institute guest house on payment basis. Local transportation will be arranged by the organizing Committee. For further details please contact through Email: workshop(a)library.iitkgp.ernet.in Dr. B. Sutradhar, Course Coordinator & Librarian, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Kharagpur 721302. Ph: 03222-282432 (O) E-mail : bsutra(a)library.iitkgp.ernet.in Dr. S. K. Jalal Deputy Librarian, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Kharagpur 721302. Ph: 03222-282440 (O) E-mail : skjalal(a)library.iitkgp.ernet.in Thanking you Hemanta Kumar Biswal Assistant Librarian Central Library Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

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regarding seminar and conferences
by Usha S P 05 Feb '20

05 Feb '20

Respected sir, As I have to present a papers in any seminars and conferences on library sciences. In this regard I would request you to kindly let me know about seminars and conference that are going to be conducted at present and future. Thanks and Regards Dr. Usha S.P Librarian Atria Institute Of Technlology Bengaluru -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job vacant @ APL, thoraipakkam, chennai
by Usha Ramu 04 Feb '20

04 Feb '20

APL Global school is looking for a library with MLIS and 2 years of relevant work experience. Interested candidates may forward their resume to careers(a)apl.edu.in *Thanks & Regards* *Usha Ramu* *Librarians don't know everything. They just know how to find out everything.*

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TERL 2020 - KCLA National conference - reminder
by Chitra S 04 Feb '20

04 Feb '20

KCLA National Conference *(TERL 2020)* invites original research articles from librarians, academicians and researchers, under the main theme *TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND LIBRARIES* to be organized by College Librarians’ Association, Kerala (KCLA) in collaboration with and to be held at St. Joseph’s College for Women, Alappuzha, Kerala from 2nd to 4th April 2020. *BEST PAPER AWARD* will be given for the most outstanding paper submitted & presented in the conference. Sub-themes for the conference are, but not limited to *Technology in Education* ICT in teaching-learning, student performance and administration Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education E learning, M learning, U learning Innovative teaching methods Quality assessment in higher education Outcome Based Education (OBE) Educational platforms Disruptive technologies in education Value based education in the current scenario Learning Management Systems (LMS) Technology in self-learning, MOOCS *Technology in Research* Processes of academic publishing E-resources in research Research data management Tools for data analysis Reference management software Similarity index/ Plagiarism Research metrics and indicators Academic social networking Downloads v/s Citations Research metrics and indicators Technology enhanced research visibility Open movement and research- OA, OJS, DOAJ etc. *Technology in libraries* Digital libraries, Virtual libraries, Metadata ILMS, Content management systems Bibliometric, Scientometric, Webometric & Altmetric studies Semantic Web Ontologies E-resources - Copyright, access models, e-negotiation, purchase, archives E-publishing - models, issues, ethics Influence of technology on traditional library practices & services Effective use of electronic resources Smart technologies for library management Cost-benefit analysis of technology implementation 21st century library designs Mobile based library services Data privacy & security in technological environment AI & Block chain technology in libraries *Paper Submission Guidelines* Registered participants are invited to submit the full text of research papers (both qualitative and quantitative, including case studies) as per the format prescribed below: - Length of paper: Maximum 10 pages (6000 words) (A4 Size) - 1.5 Spacing, Font Times New Roman, 12 point - Title of the paper: Sub title (if any) - Name of author(s), Designation, Library/College/Department/Organization Address & Affiliation - Abstract (Maximum 500 words) - Keywords (maximum 7) - Body of the paper - References (APA style) - Manuscript should be submitted in .doc/.docx format and send to: kclacon2020(a)gmail.com - All the papers received within the stipulated time will be sent to an expert committee for blind review and the respective authors of accepted papers will be informed. - Accepted papers will be published as a book with ISBN, provided there is sufficient number of accepted papers. * Paper Presentation Guidelines* - Accepted papers are to be presented in the corresponding thematic sessions. - Only presented papers will be considered for best paper award. - Presentation should consist of a maximum of ten slides in .ppt /.pptx format. - The presentation slides need to be sent to the email id: kclacon2020(a)gmail.com after intimation to the authors. - Each author will be allotted maximum10 minutes for presentation. *Important Dates* *Full paper submission 20th February 2020* Full paper acceptance notification 28th February 2020 Camera ready paper 7th March 2020 Conference dates 2nd - 4th April 2020 For further details, please visit http://kcla.co.in/index.php/kclacon2020/ Regards Chitra S (Organising Secretary) Librarian St. Joseph's College for Women Alappuzha Ph 9995837874 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Community Services - UK - Hackney
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 04 Feb '20

04 Feb '20

https://vyasa-kaaranam-ketkadey.blogspot.com/2020/02/community-library-serv… Community Library Services for the elderly - Hackney - UK I was fascinated to learn about a book mobile visiting their elderly patrons once a month to felicitate exchange of books to read. Readers' reactions and appreciations for the services are heart warming. There are centenarians among them! Dr P Vyasamoorthy 30 Gruhalakshmi colony Secunderabad 500015 040-29552016 / 09490804278 / 8179386472 Don't write in a book Unless it is your cheque book!

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Student Colloquium-2 Title- Discovery Services
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 03 Feb '20

03 Feb '20

Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 Colloquium-2 (2019-2021) Title- Discovery Services Abstract In the era of information, there is a rapid growth of several published documents and most are available in electronic form. Along with these, users want the relevant retrieval of documents in a single interface.In this context, discovery service has evolved as a savior to libraries and helping the libraries in pulling back its users by providing an alternative means for discovering content across a wide range of information. A discovery service is a single search platform that facilitates the central indexing of various databases and websites. In this colloquium, we will discuss the various types of discovery services, relevant technologies, and standards. We will also focus on gap analysis, the opportunities for future enhancement, and the best practices. Speakers and topic Introduction Susmita Bardhan Technology used in discovery service Rajeswari T.V Standards and Recommended Practices Vikas Kumar Categories of Discovery Service Nayema Nasrin. Discovery tools(case study) Dhanasri Shivani T G Shortcomings of discovery service Veeresh Prasad Sawadi Opportunities for future enhancement Shyamali Basu Conclusion Puranjani Das Coordinator: Dr. Biswanath Dutta Date: 05-02-2020 Time: 2 p.m. Venue: DRTC Class Room (G-16), ISI Bangalore. All are cordially invited

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L.A. Public Library releases Kobe Bryant’s reading list
by Raghavendra pawar 03 Feb '20

03 Feb '20

Best way to tribute to celebrities death, Indian libraries can take inspiration from this act. L.A. Public Library releases Kobe Bryant’s reading list <https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-02-01/kobe-bryant-reading-lis…> Thank you, Raghavendra R -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to the National Conference on Digital Scholarship CUTN–NCDS 2020
by Sudhier K G Pillai 03 Feb '20

03 Feb '20

Dear Professional Friends, We're excited to announce the* National Conference on Digital Scholarship –NCDS2020*, which will be held on March 12-13, 2020 at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur. NCDS 2020 offers a great opportunity to information professionals and researchers to share and expand their research experiences and professional expertise. NCDS focuses on latest trends in digital scholarship. The themes and subthemes of NCDS addresses various aspects of Digital Scholarship. NCDS 2020 propose a good platform for academics and practitioners across the country to discuss on Digital Scholarship. The conference is organised into five themes · Scholarly Communication · Digital Archiving · Research ethics and IPR · Open access scholarly contents · Public libraries *Details available at :* https://ncds2020.blogspot.com full papers of the presentations will be published as conference proceedings with ISBN. We invite all library professionals, LIS students, academicians and researchers to participate in this event. The call for papers is now open at https://ncds2020.blogspot.com *Last date for submission of full pape*r *21st February 2020* National Conference on Digital Scholarship – NCDS2020 Department of Library and Information Science Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) Thiruvarur-610 005, Tamil Nadu NCDS 2020: https://ncds2020.blogspot.com Email: ncds2020(a)cutn.ac.in With warm regards, *Dr. K. G. SUDHIER *PhD* /* *डॉ. के. जी. सुधीर /* ഡോ. കെ. ജി. സുധീര്‍ Assistant Professor/ *सहायक** प्राध्यापक* Dept. of Library & Information Science / *सूचना विज्ञान एवं पुस्तकालय विभाग* School of Communication/ *संचार विद्यापीठ* *Central University of Tamil Nadu <http://www.cutn.ac.in/> | तमिलनाडु केन्द्रीय विश्वविद्यालय <http://www.cutn.ac.in/>* चलवार्ता|Mobile : +91 9446484561 / E-mail l इ-मेल: kgsudhier(a)cutn.ac.in <kgsudhier(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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