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Brief report on plenary talk organized by JRD Tata Memorial Library & KALA on June 8, 2018
by Pradeep P Kavi 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

Brief report on plenary talk organized by JRD Tata Memorial Library & KALA on June 8, 2018 J.R.D. Tata Memorial Library, IISc. in collaboration with the Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) organised a plenary talk on "Innovations in academic libraries: an Indian perspective" by Dr. H. Anil Kumar, Librarian, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. The talk was followed by a panel discussion on "Innovations in Libraries". It was moderated by Mr. N.V. Sathyanarayana, Chairman & Managing Director, Informatics (India) Limited, Bengaluru. Venue: Chokshi Hall, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru -560012 Date & Time: Friday, 08 June 2018, 6 - 7.30 P.M. The talk was well attended with about 45 guests including both working professionals and students of LIS. Dr. P Y Rajendra Kumar, President, Karnataka State Library Association welcomed the guests and briefed about the speaker (Dr. H Anil Kumar) and session chair (Prof. S L Sangam). Dr. Francis Jayakanth briefly explained the aim of organising the plenary talk and anchored the program. Dr. H Anil Kumar gave a talk on "Innovations in academic libraries: an Indian perspective" He talked at length how Libraries can do 'simple' innovations which benefit the users. He gave several examples which were experimented and used at IIM Ahmedabad Library. He lamented that today's generation is forgetting the basic concepts of reading while embracing the digital technologies. LIS professionals have a big task cut out in this aspect and can come out with several innovations in inculcating reading habits and providing better services to users. How the libraries can be innovative with the new services like makerspaces, innovation labs and discussion rooms. He expressed in his talk how reading will improve the memory and writing will improve the vocabulary and spelling errors. This was followed by a panel discussion. The panelists were : 1. Prof. Devika Madalli, Professor, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore 2. Dr. H Anil Kumar, Librarian, IIM Ahmedabad 3. Dr. T S Kumbar, Librarian, IIT Gandhinagar 4. Mr. Satyanarayana, MD, Informatics Pvt Ltd. Bangalore (Moderator) Mr. Satyanarayana began the panel discussion by introducing the other panel members. He stressed that we need a champion among the LIS profession to develop innovations in the LIS field. Prof. Devika Madalli explained about data and how it is managed, how to access the data through data.gov.in and how often data will be uploaded. Dr. T S Kumbar gave complete overview of the IIT Gandhinagar Library facilities and services and the software’s they are using. There was a question and answer session and the panel members answered them. Dr. Suresh Balutagi, Dy Librarian, J.R.D. Tata Memorial Library, IISc presented vote of thanks. ==================================== Pradeep P. Kavi Assistant Librarian JRD Tata Memorial Library Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru 560012, Karnataka -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Should we subscribe to journal bundles (big deals)?
by Subbiah Arunachalam 13 Jun '18

13 Jun '18

University researchers use only a very small percentage of journals subscribed through big deals, says a report in *The Scientist*. Please see < https://www.the-scientist.com/?articles.view/articleNo/54793/title/North-Am… > "In 2015, the University of Montreal decided to take an empirical approach to its subscription negotiations. To do so, the university closely examined the university’s collection of approximately 50,000 journals to see which titles were essential for their faculty and students. The analysis <https://papyrus.bib.umontreal.ca/xmlui/bitstream/handle/1866/18507/Gagnon_S…>, which combined usage and citation statistics with faculty surveys, revealed that only around *11.6 percent* to *36.9 percent* of the titles in their big-deal bundles were indispensable." "The University of Calgary, for example, cut more than 1,000 titles between 2015 and 2016, primarily through unbundling two packages with Oxford University Press and Taylor & Francis, according to Thomas Hickerson <http://contacts.ucalgary.ca/info/libr/profiles/306-128431>, the university’s vice-provost of libraries." "Last month, the Bibsam consortium, which represents 85 of Sweden’s universities and research institutes, announced <https://www.the-scientist.com/?articles.view/articleNo/54593/title/Sweden-C…> that it would not renew its subscription agreement with the publishing giant Elsevier at the end of June. This mirrored a move made in Germany, where a hard stance on open access and pricing has led more than 200 institutions to end their contracts with the publisher since 2016." ----- Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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CFP -- Half Day Workshop on Change Management
by Mohan Hr 12 Jun '18

12 Jun '18

Dear All, Greetings. Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter IEEE Technology Engineering Management Society, Madras Chapter Jointly organizes half a day workshop on Change Management On 23rd June 2018 (Saturday - 9.00 hrs to 13.00 hrs) Workshop Venue Computer Society of India, Education Directorate C I T Campus, 4th Cross Road, Taramani, Chennai – 600113 MRTS Railway Station: Indira Nagar (Near Women’s Polytechnic) Phone : +91-44-2254 1102 / 2254 1756 About the Workshop: As the external environment continually changes, there is a constant need for organizations to respond to them. In the business context, this usually means coming up with new products, introducing new business practices, and adopting a new business strategy. Though organizations usually agree that change is a business imperative, they need a structured approach to change management. This workshop aims to introduce change management as a discipline, and its benefits with case studies. It also presents C6 Ideation Framework that participants can use to evolve change management strategies and action plans that suit their own organizational context – and introduce change management with confidence. The crucial steps of an effective change management program that C6 stands for are: Forming Coalition Creating a Concept of the Future Communicating the Vision Seeking Commitment Celebrating small wins, and Making Change Management a Culture Target Audience: CEOs / Business Owners / Heads of Institutions Managers / Product Heads / HR Professionals Faculty Members and Students of Management / Engineering Resource Persons: Mr. Venkatarangan Thirumalai, Founder & Former CEO of Vishwak Solutions, India, UK & USA Mr. G Sankaranarayanan, Consultant on Organizational Growth, and Creator, C6 Change Management Ideation Framework Registration Fee: For members of CSI, IEEE SPIN, eWIT, ACM, ISACA, CYSI -- INR 350 + 18 % GST (INR 413) For others – INR 450 + 18% GST (INR 531) (The fee includes: tea, working lunch, kit, course material in electronic form and certificate of participation) For Online payment: Name of beneficiary: CSI, Chennai Chapter, Beneficiary’s Bank : State Bank of India, Andheri East, Mumbai A/C No: 33934168390, MICR Code : 400002057, IFSC Code : SBIN0007074 For Demand Draft payment: DD Favoring " Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter” Need to be sent to : The Chairman, CSI Chennai Chapter, Computer Society of India-Education Directorate, C.I.T.Campus, 4th Cross Road, Taramani, Chennai-600113 PDF Brochure : http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2018/ws-cm-brochure.pdf Registration Google Form: : https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ydBrANHFvI1nQ_YK_EfxsBKsze npnx4YTk99Rimk7hQ Agenda http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2018/ws-cm-agenda.pdf As seats are limited early registration is suggested. Last date for registration : 20th June 2018 For further details Contact:: Mr.J.Jerald Inico, Hon. Secretary, CSI - Chennai Chapter, 9444637478, Email: jeraldinico(a)gmail.com OR csimds(a)gmail.com With regards, Dr.S.Poonkuzhali, Chairperson, CSI Chennai Dr. P.Sakthivel, Chairman, IEEE CS Madras Mr. H.R.Mohan, Chairman, IEEE TEMS Madras -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "ict-trends" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to ict-trends+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to ict-trends(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/ms gid/ict-trends/CABw38yh12k%3Dva8kef1---EZar06zwd4NY9urYbKMGc 9rHpew7g%40mail.gmail.com <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/ict-trends/CABw38yh12k%3Dva8kef1---EZar06…> . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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[ DATE RESCHEDULED] Vacancy for 'Library Professional Trainees' at IIT Gandhinagar Library, Gujarat 2018-19
by TS Kumbar 11 Jun '18

11 Jun '18

Dear Professionals, We would highly appreciate, if you could kindly bring the following announcement to the notice of interested candidates and also request you to encourage the potential candidates to apply for these positions. ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *IIT GANDHINAGAR* *Vacancy for Library Professional Trainees **2018-19* *The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGn) library <https://www.iitgn.ac.in/library.htm> is looking for young, dynamic, tech- savvy, highly motivated and committed FRESH Post-Graduates in Library & Information Science from recognized Indian universities with consistent good academic record to serve as Library Professional Trainees purely on a temporary basis for one year.* * Essential Qualifications: Masters in Library & Information Science (M.L.I.Sc <http://M.L.I.Sc>.) or equivalent with First Class Nature of Traineeship: Learn while you work on different functions & services of the library. Duration: The duration of traineeship will be for one year from the date of joining. Remuneration: Consolidated stipend of Rs. 20,000/- per month. The selected candidates will work from Monday-Saturday (six days a week) and be ready to work in different shifts and weekends on rotation basis. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the written test & interview. Selection of candidates will be based on their consistent good academic record & performance in the written test & personal interview. Number of Trainees to be admitted: FIVE Age Limit: Not exceeding 26 years as on 14th July, 2018 (the date of test & interview). Relaxation for SC, ST, PD and OBC category candidates (Up to Age Limit-31 years) & OBC (Up to Age Limit-29 years) will be applicable as per Govt. of India rules. Interested candidates who meet the above mentioned requirements may send their application through ONLINE form by 13th July, 2018 and directly come for the written test & interview without waiting for a call letter. The written test will be in English. Candidates are requested to bring with them the certificates (original & one set of photocopy) in support of date of birth, qualifications & category. For any query/clarification you may write us at librarytrainees(a)iitgn.ac.in <librarytrainees(a)iitgn.ac.in> Candidates who have appeared for their final year examination and are expecting the results before the test & interview date may also apply, but must produce the final marks sheet at the time of test & interview or at the time of joining, in proof of them having passed the examination in FIRST CLASS without which, on selection, the candidate will not be allowed to join the traineeship. Reporting Time: 14th July, 2018 (Saturday) at 9.00am Date for written test & interview: 14th July, 2018 (Saturday) at 10.00am Venue for written test & interview: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, Palaj, Gandhinagar- 382355. How to Reach IITGN Campus: http://www.iitgn.ac.in/how-to-reach.htm <http://www.iitgn.ac.in/how-to-reach.htm> Submission of Online Form: https://goo.gl/forms/NpPBqyCetBER8e063 <https://goo.gl/forms/NpPBqyCetBER8e063> <https://goo.gl/forms/HsnX8SMsHBAQV5N83> For more information about the Institute, Library and this announcement, please visit http://www.iitgn.ac.in/staff-on-contract.htm <http://www.iitgn.ac.in/staff-on-contract.htm>P.S.: Kindly note the above change in date. We have rescheduled the written test & interview.* ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks & Regards Kumbar ----------------------------------------------------------------- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Librarian Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 355*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | tskumbar(a)gmail.com Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in

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HOLY CROSS COLLEGE, TRICHY
by Mary Saghaya 11 Jun '18

11 Jun '18

WILL YOU PLEASE POST THIS MESSAGE IN THE FORUM PLEASE. ----------------------- Dear Professionals Greetings! Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Tiruchirapalli has started MLIS- Master of Library and Information Science – PG course – Co Education (boys and girls) from July 2018. Application form to be filled in online at www.hcctrichy.ac.in. Kindly forward this message to your friends. librarianHOLY CROSS COLLEGE (A)TRICHY 620 002, TAMILNADU.

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Ebook request
by Arup Dhara 11 Jun '18

11 Jun '18

Dear All, One of our faculty member need the following ebook (*Social Responsibilities of the Businessman (2013), by Howard R. Bowen*) for research purposes. If anybody have access to this book / Project Muse, please send me as early as possible. Regards, Arup Dhara Librarian, Ramsaday College, Amta, Howrah - 711401. 9836463635

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Walk-In Selection Of Diploma Candidates For Apprenticeship Training
by Tanmay Mondal 11 Jun '18

11 Jun '18

Bharat Electronics Litmited (BEL) is engaging diploma apprentices under Apprenticeship Act, 1961 for one year apprenticeship.* Walk-In Selection Of Diploma Candidates For Apprenticeship Training in Library Science is to be held on 14.07.2018* at Centre for Learning and Development, BEL-560013. *Stipend:Rs.10,400/00* *Last date: Candidates willing to participate in the selection can send their name and branch to hrcld(a)bel.co.in <hrcld(a)bel.co.in> by 03.07.2018.* *Link*: * http://bel-india.in/DocumentViews.aspx?fileName=advertisement-details.pdf <http://bel-india.in/DocumentViews.aspx?fileName=advertisement-details.pdf>* * WITH REGARDS,* *Tanmay Mondal * *Contract Officer (Library)* *BHARAT ELECTRONICS LTD.*

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Interesting Reads – 2018-06-11
by Mohan Hr 10 Jun '18

10 Jun '18

*Interesting Reads – 2018-06-11* *How To Report Cyber Crimes In Indian Territory* Initially Internet was the tool for sharing the information related to the research and development. In the present day world, communication over the Internet, interaction through social media over Internet, online purchasing, online banking, online bill payment etc. are becoming the necessities for among of us. Now, physical crime world has been shifted towards to cyber crime world. As with use of the Internet, cyber crimes are increasing day by day, hence there is a strong need to make the appropriate cyber laws to deal with these cyber crimes. In this paper, types of cyber crimes, Cyber Crime Preventive Measures, Mechanism to Report Cyber Crimes and Right Path for Sending the Blocking, Removal Request for Objectionable Content which is available over cyber space are discussed under the IT Act 2000 of Indian Government. Full Paper at http://meity.gov.in/writereaddata/files/HOW_TERRITORY.pdf *Netherlands to build world's first habitable 3D printed houses* The Dutch city of Eindhoven is to be the first in the world to have habitable homes made by a 3D printer, in an innovation its backers believe will revolutionise the construction industry. Of the first five new houses to be put on the rental market next year, the smallest, with two bedrooms, has already attracted applications from 20 interested families just a week after images were made available. Known as Project Milestone, the development is said by the Dutch construction company Van Wijnen to offer a solution to a shortage of skilled bricklayers in the Netherlands. The method will also cut costs and environmental damage by reducing the amount of cement that is used, said Rudy van Gurp, a manager at the firm, which is working in collaboration on the project with the Eindhoven University of Technology. Read the post at https://www.theguardian.com/ar tanddesign/2018/jun/06/netherlands-to-build-worlds-first- habitable-3d-printed-houses *Leading Through Digital Disruption* Disruption is everywhere. Disruptors can be any enterprise from a small startup in the medical field to a tech giant. CIOs need to be prepared to assist the most senior business executives to identify and compete with or join these organizations, or risk being left behind. Download *Leading Through Digital Disruption* to learn how CIOs can stay ahead of disruption and use it as a tool for competitive advantage. Download it from https://www.gartner.com/imagesrv/books/digital-disruption/ pdf/digital_disruption_ebook.pdf <https://www.gartner.com/imagesrv/books/digital-disruption/pdf/digital_disru…> *This microfactory is turning e-waste into reusable material* A surge in owning more and more digital gadgets seems to be the norm among today’s generation. It is not unusual for an individual to have multiple gadgets like phones, tablets, phablets, smart watches, and more lying around the house. However, once these gadgets lose their functionality, they become part of the ever-growing mountain of waste called electronic waste or e-waste. According to a report by the Association of Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham), in 2013, Bengaluru produced roughly 20,000 tonnes of e-waste per year, the Guardian reported. What is more, the figure was estimated to rise by 20% every year. As the Indian electronics market continues to grow, and we continue to use electronic gadgets, India might soon be facing a massive e-waste disposal problem. To combat this issue, an Indian-origin scientist in Australia, has launched the world’s first microfactory, which can transform materials from e-waste into valuable materials, which can then be re-used. Full Post at https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2018/04/can-e-waste-be-conver ted-into-reusable-material-this-indian-origin-scientist- just-launched-the-world-s-first-microfactory-to-do-just-that *Which of tomorrow’s jobs are you most qualified for?* The global labour market will experience rapid change over the next decade. The reason: more jobs becoming automated as technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics take over the workplace. Workers will have to adapt quickly, rushing to acquire a broad new set of skills that will help them survive a fast-changing job market, such as problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity, as well as developing a habit of lifelong learning. To help prepare the future workforce, a new report by the World Economic Forum and Boston Consulting Group analysed 50 million online job postings from the United States. Based on a person’s current job, skill-set, education and ability to learn, the researchers set out paths from jobs that exist today to new jobs expected to exist in the future. These target jobs are then assessed on how similar they are to an existing job, and on the number of job opportunities they're likely to offer in the future. Read at https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2018/02/tomorrows-jobs-skills -qualify-automation Earlier posts of Interesting Reads at http://infoforuse.blogspot.in/ 2018/05/interesting-reads-archives.html With regards HR Mohan -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA Evidence for Global and Disaster Health satellite meeting, Kuala Lumpur, Thursday 23 August 2018
by mailman＠ncsi.iisc.ernet.in 09 Jun '18

09 Jun '18

---------------------------- Original Message ---------------------------- From: "Dr. Miteshkumar Pandya" <miteshpandya21(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, June 8, 2018 6:33 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Professionals, *FORTHCOMING EVENT: IFLA Evidence for Global and Disaster Health satellite meeting, Kuala Lumpur, is scheduled on Thursday 23 August 2018. * We are delighted to announce that programme details for our E4GDH satellite meeting are now available. Please visit the website <https://sites.google.com/view/ifla2018e4gdh> for details. [ https://sites.google.com/view/ifla2018e4gdh] Themes will include initiatives to build and share the evidence base for global health and disaster risk reduction, from published articles and open data to unpublished grey literature. There will be presentations from librarians and other professionals working in the field, sharing perspectives and experiences from Australia, Philippines, South Africa, USA and the UK. Discussions and recommendations about the future role of librarians in disaster and global health will be captured and shared. In the afternoon parallel sessions, participants can join a story-telling/sharing session with opening stories from Rwanda and UK or take part in a training session on finding the evidence for disaster health. The early evening informal will include a short talk on the value and impact of librarians in health library and information services, followed by plenty of time for questions and networking with refreshments provided. *We hope you can join us.* The meeting will take place at the 4-star Impiana Hotel, centrally located adjoining the KL Convention Centre. Refreshments and buffet lunch are included in the registration fee. Early bird rate ends 15th June 2018. *Emma Farrow* Knowledge and Evidence Specialist London & SE Knowledge and Library Services Public Health England emma.farrow(a)phe.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)7826 918923 www.gov.uk/phe Follow us on Twitter @PHE_uk --------------------- Regards Dr. Miteshkumar Pandya Scientist - B (Library Science) Information and Library Network Centre P.B. No. 4, Infocity, Gandhinagar - 382007 Gujarat Ph: +91-79-23268294

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Gentle Reminder : Library Trainee vacancy at IRMA Anand Gujarat
by Saurabh Prajapati 08 Jun '18

08 Jun '18

Dear LIS forum Moderator, This is just a reminder to all fresh MLISc graduating aspirants that 15 June 2018 is the last date to apply for the post of Library Trainee. Institute of Rural Management Anand invites applications for the post of Library Trainee at its Ravi J. Matthai Library. *Educational Qualification*: Should possess a first-class Masters Degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized university. Candidates appearing for final year exam of Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) can also apply. However, their final selection will be subject to their final year result. *Desirable Criteria*: Good Communication Skills in English, Basic working knowledge of IT and IT related applications used in libraries. LIBSYS / KOHA will be an added advantage. *Selection*: Selection of the candidates will be done through written test and interview. *Stipend*: A consolidated monthly stipend of Rs.14,000/- shall be offered to the selected candidates. *Age*: Below 26 years *Number of Vacancies*: 2 Interested candidates only who meet the above mentioned requirements with respect to qualification may apply online by *15 June 2018*. The written test will be in English. Candidate should be ready to work in shift-duties/rotating weekly-off. *Last Date to apply Online*: 15 June 2018 Please visit: https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php https://www.irma.ac.in/pdf/career_pdf/138_86455.pdf Saurabh Prajapti Deputy Librarian | Ravi J Matthai Library Institute of Rural Management Anand +91 2692 221671 | +91 2692 221674 https://www.irma.ac.in https://www.irma.ac.in/article.php?menuid=55 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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