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Re: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 270, Issue 4
by Ashok Asundi 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

Dear Anna Poorni, Thanks for the communication on Digitisation training programme organised by you. I am not at present associated with any digitisation programme and nor intend to attend I am a retired professor now. For your guidance and help, I am suggesting following two books which would I feel helpful for the training programme. One of them "Digital Imaging is though old but I feel it gives a good guidance. Hope you will be to acquire and use them Regards Prof. A.Y.AsundiProfessor and Chairman (Retd)DLISc, Bangalore University,Bangalore Mobile No: 9980815468. The Bibliographic details of Books. 1. Digital Imaging: A practical Handbook. By Stuart D. Lee. Publisher Library Association Publishing, London.2001. But its 2020 year Edition is now available. 2. Introduction to digitisation: A Librarian's guide. By Harsha Parekh and Bharti Sen. SHPT School of Library Science, SNDT Women's University, 1, Nathibai Thakersey Road, New Marine Lines. Mumbai- 400020. 2001. 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CABI launches ‘Primer on Evidence Synthesis’ course (Maria Campbell) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:22:45 +0530 From: Anna Poorani <annapoorani(a)ifpindia.org> Subject: [LIS-Forum] Digitization Training Needs Assessment – Request for Inputs To: Raja Thangiah <rajathangiah(a)gmail.com>, kanagasabai.k(a)greatlakes.edu.in, srajeswari2071(a)gmail.com, mijijo23(a)ssus.ac.in, balachandar4598(a)gmail.com, shreerekhan(a)gmail.com, Ramesh Mohandass <mohanramesh85(a)gmail.com>, VIJAYA KUMAR R <vjkumaran456(a)gmail.com>, MACHESURESH KARKI SINDHUJA <machesuresh(a)gmail.com>, gnuanwar(a)gmail.com, jeejiharigautham(a)gmail.com, rajanlib60(a)gmail.c0m, chippi.rajan(a)azimpremjifoundation.org, Manoj Kumar <jonamramuk2000(a)gmail.com>, Nandhini saravanan <sjnandhini187(a)gmail.com>, deevan deevananth <deevananth.kpm(a)gmail.com>, Anurupa N <anurupa.n(a)ifpindia.org>, kothainayaki suresh <kothai.suresh(a)gmail.com>, geethavaseegaran(a)yahoo.co.in, Murali krishnan <mvmuralikrishnan(a)gmail.com>, "Dr. Deepak PC" <deepakpc32(a)gmail.com>, vazeeha24(a)gmail.com, chandru s <honestchandru02(a)gmail.com>, Deepan Deepan raj <deepanrajdeepan57(a)gmail.com>, Mumtaj H <mumtajh(a)gmail.com>, Gopinath Ananthan <gopinathsmile(a)gmail.com>, sarinsudarsanan1995(a)gmail.com, Shahinsha A <hyimshaz(a)gmail.com>, abhimk345(a)pondiuni.ac.in, syamlibrary(a)gmail.com, Yamini Venky <yaminivenky743(a)gmail.com>, chellappa Ram <librariansellappa(a)gmail.com>, Immanuel Cyrus <ggsekster(a)gmail.com>, Prabhu Kalam <prabhukatpadi(a)gmail.com>, fidhiya fidhu <fidhiyafidhu(a)gmail.com>, Devahar Vijayan <devahar(a)gmail.com>, Dineshkumar Palani <thirunavukarasupalanivel(a)gmail.com>, Naga Lingam <NAGALINGAM.REDHOT(a)gmail.com>, jkaroor(a)dvk.in, sandhiyab104(a)pondiuni.ac.in, Athira Chandrababu <athirachandrababu314(a)gmail.com>, grisindia2000(a)gmail.com, dj.anakirame(a)gmail.com, spergy23(a)gmail.com, Dhanush Raji <dhanushrajasri123(a)gmail.com>, Yamini Murali <yaminimurali2002(a)gmail.com>, Surendhar A <asurendhar36(a)gmail.com>, vijayathanigai(a)yahoo.co, swathy Gopal <swathygopal25(a)gmail.com>, Innisaivendhan <innisaivendhan(a)gmail.com>, Priya Dharshini <priyadharshinilokesh3(a)gmail.com>, Karuna M <karuna2237(a)gmail.com>, sangeetha.abi08(a)gmail.com, divyamahendran M <divyamahendran2518(a)gmail.com>, bharathi raman <bharlirth2015(a)gmail.com>, lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Cc: Saravanan G <saravanan.g(a)ifpindia.org>, Ramesh Kumar <rameshkumar(a)ifpindia.org>, salislib.info(a)gmail.com, Nayana Nair <nayana.nair(a)ifpindia.org> Message-ID: <CAM0Ain_X0LbPvtvbExSYRD-R7Xwa+swnorS6LjtQQsQ0rDWSsQ(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="000000000000c63be5064596d441" Dear Sir/Madam, Warm greetings from the French Institute of Pondicherry, IFP - Library. We are planning to organize a Hands-on workshop on *Digitisation and Digital Preservation* in the coming year. In order to design the sessions according to your needs and expectations, we kindly request you to fill in the short form linked below: *Digitization Training Needs Assessment: <goog_316091167>* https://forms.gle/wZ325SjfRHQGgmao9 Your responses will greatly help us understand areas of interest, and specific aspects of digitisation that would be most useful for you and your institution. We would be grateful if you could complete the form at your convenience, ideally within the next few days. Please feel free to share this with colleagues who may also benefit from such a training. Thank you very much for your time and cooperation. Warm Regards, Team IFP. -- Warm Regards, Anna Poorani Viswanathan Bibliothécaire / Librarian Library and Publication Division Institut Français de Pondichéry (IFP) French Institute of Pondicherry (IFP) UMIFRE 21 / UAR 3330 CNRS-MAEE P.B. N°33, 11, Saint Louis Street Pondicherry - 605 001 Tel : 0091 - 413 - 22 31 661 E-mail : annapoorani(a)ifpindia.org Web Site : www.ifpindia.org

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Master National Digital Library of India (NDLI): Online Workshop | 21 December 2025
by LibAuto1 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

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AI for Librarian- Automating Everyday Work and Improving Library Services: Online Workshop | 20 December, 2025
by LibAuto -The Smart Library 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

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CABI launches ‘Primer on Evidence Synthesis’ course
by Maria Campbell 10 Dec '25

10 Dec '25

*With apologies for cross-posting* Dear colleagues, Following our recent announcement about the Evidence Synthesis Skills Framework, we are pleased to introduce a new, free course developed alongside the framework by evidence synthesis experts of the Juno Evidence Alliance and the CABI Academy team. Primer on Evidence Synthesis is a self-led, online course providing a strong introduction to key terminology and important principles. It is aimed at those who are new to evidence synthesis or need a rapid initiation into the subject. View the course<https://evidence-synthesis-skills.cabi.org/courses/general-evidence-synthes…> Primer on Evidence Synthesis is designed to help people and organizations develop understanding and embed a common language around evidence synthesis, and helps to answer questions such as: * What is evidence synthesis and why is it important? * What different types of evidence syntheses are there? * What are reporting standards, and why are they important? * What makes a good evidence synthesis? Using agrifoods as a context, the content can be applied across multiple disciplines. Read the course press release<https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/do/10.5555/08caa0ca-bf30-49c8-a284-e6cd7…> Meet our contributors<https://evidence-synthesis-skills.cabi.org/about/> Thank you for your attention. Maria Campbell Marketing Manager, CABI cabi.org - cabidigitallibrary.org P Think Green - don't print this email unless you really need to ************************************************************************ The information contained in this e-mail and any files transmitted with it is confidential and is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient please note that any distribution, copying or use of this communication or the information in it is prohibited. Whilst CAB International trading as CABI takes steps to prevent the transmission of viruses via e-mail, we cannot guarantee that any e-mail or attachment is free from computer viruses and you are strongly advised to undertake your own anti-virus precautions. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by e-mail at helpdesk(a)cabi.org or by telephone on +44 (0)1491 829199 and then delete the e-mail and any copies of it. CABI is an International Organization recognised by the UK Government under Statutory Instrument 1982 No. 1071... **************************************************************************

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Digitization Training Needs Assessment – Request for Inputs
by Anna Poorani 10 Dec '25

10 Dec '25

Dear Sir/Madam, Warm greetings from the French Institute of Pondicherry, IFP - Library. We are planning to organize a Hands-on workshop on *Digitisation and Digital Preservation* in the coming year. In order to design the sessions according to your needs and expectations, we kindly request you to fill in the short form linked below: *Digitization Training Needs Assessment: <goog_316091167>* https://forms.gle/wZ325SjfRHQGgmao9 Your responses will greatly help us understand areas of interest, and specific aspects of digitisation that would be most useful for you and your institution. We would be grateful if you could complete the form at your convenience, ideally within the next few days. Please feel free to share this with colleagues who may also benefit from such a training. Thank you very much for your time and cooperation. Warm Regards, Team IFP. -- Warm Regards, Anna Poorani Viswanathan Bibliothécaire / Librarian Library and Publication Division Institut Français de Pondichéry (IFP) French Institute of Pondicherry (IFP) UMIFRE 21 / UAR 3330 CNRS-MAEE P.B. N°33, 11, Saint Louis Street Pondicherry - 605 001 Tel : 0091 - 413 - 22 31 661 E-mail : annapoorani(a)ifpindia.org Web Site : www.ifpindia.org

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(2nd Call for Papers) DRTC-ISI Conference, LIB-Bridge 2026: Deadline Approaching!
by Nabina Khamaru 09 Dec '25

09 Dec '25

*Call for Papers* LIB-BRIDGE 2026 DRTC-ISI Conference on “Bridging the Gap: Trends in Library and Information Science” Connecting Practice, Education, and Innovation in LIS *Date:* *March 11-13, 2026 * *Venue:* Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre, Bangalore, India Website: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/lib-bridge/ *The Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC), a premier institute for Library and Information Science (LIS) in India, has long played a pivotal role in advancing the discipline through collaboration, innovation, and transformative discourse. DRTC is pleased to announce a three-day conference on “Bridging the Gap: Trends in Library and Information Science”. The event will also include a half-day collocated workshop on “Data Management.”* *Workshop on "Data Management" * Data plays a crucial role across academia and industry, supporting research, evidence-based decision-making, and policy formulation while fostering transparency, business opportunities, and collaborative studies. This half-day workshop aims to deliver data management fundamentals, the principles of data sharing, and best practices in data curation. It will also introduce participants to *data repository tools and technologies* through a series of *presentations and interactive demonstrations* highlighting practical applications. *About the Conference* Lib-Bridge 2026 conference aims to bring together professionals, researchers, and innovators to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of Library and Information Science (LIS). In response to technological advancements and changing user needs, the event will feature expert panels, research presentations, and brainstorming sessions that explore current trends, disruptions, and innovations shaping the discipline. It seeks to foster collaboration among academics, industry experts, and practitioners to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the digital era. Serving as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, the Lib-Bridge 2026 will promote dialogue on redefining professional goals, competencies, and curricula in line with technological progress. Through interactive discussions and collaborative planning, participants will work towards developing a forward-looking framework that enhances the relevance, inclusivity, and innovation of LIS education and practice. The conference invites the submission of original research papers, conceptual analyses, case studies, and practice-based insights that address the conference theme and its associated sub-themes. The submissions on related topics beyond these areas are also welcome. *1. Knowledge Organization and Discovery* Reimagining Metadata for a Semantic Web Linked data and knowledge graphs in LIS Information Retrieval in Complex Digital Environments Multilingual and Multicultural Information Systems *2. Metrics and Statistical Applications in LIS* Librametrics Bibliometrics, Scientometrics, and Altmetrics Models and Frameworks in LIS Research Quantitative methods in LIS Emerging Trends and New Approaches in Metric Studies Tools and Technologies for Metric and Statistical Evaluation *3. Technology and digital transformation* AI and Machine Learning in libraries Digital Libraries and Repositories: Future Directions Data Management and Research Data Services Decentralized Information Systems and services *4. Roles and skills in LIS* Emerging skills in LIS in the digital era Curriculum innovation in LIS education Interdisciplinary collaboration in LIS training User Experience and Access *5. Design Thinking for Library Innovation* Personalized Services Accessibility and Inclusive Design in LIS Services Green library, Eco-friendly library *6. Policy, Ethics, and Social Responsibility* Ethics of Information Access and Censorship Privacy, Surveillance, and Data Ethics in Libraries Libraries as Agents of Social Justice Privacy and Sensitivity in Data and Information Management *7. LIS in Practice: Case Studies & Innovation Labs* Smart Libraries: Integrating IoT and Automation Collaborative Spaces and Makerspaces in Libraries Post-pandemic LIS: Lessons Learned and New Normal *8. Forward Thinking and Strategic Planning* Foresight and Scenario Planning in LIS Benchmarking Innovation: Metrics and Impact Assessment The Future of LIS Education: Global Perspectives *Important Dates (*https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/lib-bridge/call_for_paper*)* - *Call for Papers Open:* Submissions are now welcome! - *Registration Open*: Participants are invited to register. - *Deadline to Submit Full Paper*: 21st December 2025 - *Confirmation of Paper Acceptance*: 15th January 2026 - *Upload of Camera-Ready Manuscript*: 22nd January 2026 - *Author Registration Deadline*: 25th January 2026 - *Non-Author Registration Deadline*: 30th January 2026 - *Workshop Registration Deadline*: 30th January 2026 - *Lib-Bridge Conference (+ Workshop)*: 11 - 13 March, 2026 For more information about the event, please visit the conference Website https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/lib-bridge *We cordially invite you to contribute to and participate in the conference, and help make this event a grant success*. If you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us at drtc.conf2025(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in, with a CC to bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in We look forward to seeing you all at the LIB-BRIDGE 2026 at DRTC, Bangalore. *Dr. Biswanath Dutta * Convener, Lib-Bridge 2026 Associate Professor and Former Head, DRTC Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore Centre Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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Invitation-Call for papers to ICRL-2026
by Shekar H P 09 Dec '25

09 Dec '25

Dear Sir/ Madam, Dear Moderator, Kindly circulate this information to the benefit of Forum Members. Dear Professional Friends, Greetings of the day. It is a great pleasure to invite you to the International Conference on Readers are Leaders (ICRL-2026), organised by the Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) in collaboration with DLIS, Tumkur University, KSCLA, and the LIS Academy Bengaluru. It is a multidisciplinary conference, hosted by SIT, Tumkur, on 26-28 February 2026. This conference aims to bring together library professionals, academicians, educationists, and information specialists from across the country to share knowledge, innovations, and best practices in the areas of leadership, reading culture, Reading habits, learning and innovative library technologies.. We invite submissions of all types of research papers and case studies aligned with the conference theme. Your expertise and experience in the field would greatly enrich the event, and we look forward to your active participation. *For more information,* please click on the following link (conference brochure): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dIvbcIN5N4LQHUyISxEFFod3PDp6KlQ8/view?usp=… *Important Dates:* Full Paper submission deadline: 1st January 2026 Acceptance of the full Paper:15th January 2026 Last date for Author Registration:20th January 2026 Conference Date:26-28 Feb 2026 Registration: Demand Draft / Digital Payments through any UPI Apps in India. *Registration Link:* https://forms.gle/3H6RJKDC2GUsd5Lc8 Papers may be sent to: icrlconf.2024(a)gmail.com Quality papers will be published in a leading peer-reviewed journal with a DOI. *Please Note:* Registration and Accommodation will be provided free of cost to the President and Secretary of any State-level / National-level Library Professional Association. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any ideas, questions, or suggestions. Once again, thank you. We look forward to achieving great things together. with warm regards. Dr. S L K Math Conference Chair ICRL-2026 -- Dr. Shekar H P General Secretary, KALA

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Need article
by Dr. Kumara B 05 Dec '25

05 Dec '25

Dear Professional friends, One of our faculty members needs the article below, can anybody please mail me (kumarapb(a)gmail.com).Article Title: The Kannada Intellectual Tradition: Transcending Dichotomies and Binaries - *Author(s):* N. Manu Chakravarthy - DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780198887164.003.0005 *Citation: **N. Manu Chakravarthy*, *The Kannada Intellectual Tradition* In: *India and Its Intellectual Traditions: Of Love, Advaita, Power, and Other Things*. Edited by: Vinay Lal, Oxford University Press. © Vinay Lal 2023. https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780198887164.003.0005

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CopyrightX: Libraries
by madhan muthu 05 Dec '25

05 Dec '25

CopyrightX: Libraries is an affiliate course of Harvard’s CopyrightX and is open to library, archives, and museum staff everywhere. -- *What is CopyrightX: Libraries?* CopyrightX: Libraries is an affiliate course of Harvard’s CopyrightX <https://ipxcourses.org/course-overview/> and is open to library, archives, and museum staff everywhere. Participants will learn the essentials of U.S. copyright law, theory, and practice with an emphasis on issues relevant to cultural institutions, alongside a cohort of professional colleagues. It is an entirely online 12-week course comprising pre-recorded lectures, readings, and weekly seminars. It is free of charge. CopyrightX: Libraries is taught by Katie Zimmerman, Director of Copyright Strategy at the MIT Libraries; Ana Enriquez, Copyright Officer and Head of the Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright at the Penn State University Libraries; and Matthew Kopel, Open Access and Intellectual Property Librarian at the Princeton University Library. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwwp8n5KG3fsT7UtEMq2tqU4x4jic5_nT… -- Madhan, M

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GLOBAL LIBRARY TRAINING PROGRAMME (GLTP) – 2026 COHORT
by madhan muthu 04 Dec '25

04 Dec '25

https://library.jgu.edu.in/2025/12/global-library-training-programme-gltp-2… The Global Library of O.P. Jindal Global University ( http://library.jgu.edu.in) invites applications for its two-year advanced training programme, which includes a stipend. This programme is designed for enthusiastic and motivated graduates in Library & Information Science who wish to gain comprehensive, hands-on experience in a modern university library environment. *About the Training Programme* Trainees will work across the functional units of the Global Library and gain experience in: - Information and reference services - Digital library services and technologies - User engagement and orientation activities - Metadata management and institutional repository - e-Resource management and access systems - Research support and scholarly communication - Special projects, events, and library innovations *Stipend and Benefits* - Monthly stipend of ₹40,000/- per month - Medical and accidental insurance coverage as per university policy - A dynamic, learning-driven environment with professional mentorship *Career Opportunity* Upon successful completion, top-performing and highly skilled trainees may be offered full-time positions at the Global Library, subject to institutional requirements. *Qualifications* - Master’s degree in Library & Information Science from a recognized university or institute - Age limit: Not more than 27 years as of 1 December 2025 - Those with prior structured library training or experience in academic libraries may apply as well*.* *How to Apply* *Apply here using the form: https://forms.gle/Ty6uSL9XxbHJnYdD9 <https://forms.gle/Ty6uSL9XxbHJnYdD9>* *For queries: Contact Satyabrata Das, Librarian at sdas1(a)jgu.edu.in <sdas1(a)jgu.edu.in> * *Last Date to Apply: 19 December 2025* Madhan, M

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