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IRAI -- 231201 -- Interesting Reads And Information & Forthcoming Events
by Mohan Hr 02 Dec '23

02 Dec '23

*IRAI -- 231201 -- Interesting Reads And Information* Read the stories of IRAI -- 231201 at https://bit.ly/irai-231201 Center notifies guidelines against ‘dark patterns’ that mislead buyers Metaverses are more than just digital playgrounds Generative AI Bible: The ultimate guide to genAI disruption Universal AI literacy: AI brainwashing: Artificial Human Intelligence (AHI) vs. Techno-Scientific Intelligence How pharmacy innovation could improve patient health care Periodic Table - A map of human Civilization and it's Conflicts 33 Life-Changing Benefits of Reading Books New Year’s Journal Prompts: 55 Activities to Help Reflect on the Past Year and Set Goals for the New Year Why Sleep Matters: Uncovering the Essential Benefits for Your Health and Well-being Taste depends on nature and nurture. Here are 7 ways you can learn to enjoy foods you don’t like *Quiz* Moore's law: IC Transistors Density = Kryder's law: ------------------ (Answer in the next post IRAI -- 231211) Answer to the Quiz in IRAI -- 231121: Cerebral Valley *Past IRAI Posts* Stories in IRAI -- 231201: https://bit.ly/irai-231201 Stories in IRAI -- 231121: https://bit.ly/irai-231121 Stories in IRAI -- 231111: https://bit.ly/irai-231111 Stories in IRAI -- 231101: https://bit.ly/irai-231101 Earlier Posts of IRAI and Archives: https://lnkd.in/ewR3UdD *Forthcoming Events* 14th Dec 2023 at 6 pm IST. Webinar CSI, IEEE CS Madras & ACM Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar on "Analytics Development Life Cycle and MLOps" by Dr. K. Satya Sai Prakash, Practice Director, HCL Technologies, USA. Register at https://bit.ly/49j93E2 20th Dec 2023 at 3.30 pm IST. Webinar HCC, IEEE CS Madras, ACM & CSI Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar on "FUTURE PROOFING YOUR BUSINESS: Thriving in these times of unprecedented change" by Ms. Madiha Mouchtak, MBA, Mentor and Business Accelerator, Founder and Managing Director @ Answer Inside Transition and Scale up, Author of Amazon Bestseller: The Sustainable Turnaround. Register at https://bit.ly/47VoGzV Participant Gifts: A Free Growth Mindset Scan (For All); A Free Digital Business Scan (For Business Founders and Leaders) - Small and Medium sized businesses (not Micro); and A free Digital Copy of Madiha’s Amazon Bestselling book: The Sustainable Turnaround More Events in Dec 2023: https://bit.ly/dec2023events

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IOP Publishing and the Manipal Academy of Higher Education have finalised a Read and Publish agreement
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 01 Dec '23

01 Dec '23

IOP Publishing (IOPP) and the Manipal Academy of Higher Education have finalised a Read and Publish agreement as they work towards breaking down barriers to publishing open access (OA) for researchers from lower and lower middle-income countries. The unlimited OA agreement, which is one of IOP Publishing’s first in India, enables researchers affiliated with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education to publish all their research OA at no cost to them, making their scientific work permanently and freely available online for anyone to read. The agreement supports the growing appetite from researchers in India to publish their work OA. According to a global study of over 3,000 researchers carried out by IOPP with other society publishers, 62% of physical science researchers from India and Pakistan want to publish OA, but nearly 80% of respondents from these countries said a lack of funds are the main reason for not doing so. More details from https://ioppublishing.org/news/iop-publishing-and-manipal-academy-of-higher… MAHE has signed similar OA agreements with several International publishers. Congratulations to MAHE. forwarded by; Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar , Director Library Services & Professor American University of Antigua Antigua, West Indies www.auamed.org

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LIS-Forum service restored
by Francis Jayakanth 01 Dec '23

01 Dec '23

Dear LIS-Forum members, We regret to inform you that the LIS-Forum discussion list was down for over 15 days due to technical issues. We are happy to announce that the service has been restored, and you can resume posting your messages to the list. However, please remember that any messages you posted when the service was down were not delivered or retrievable. Therefore, please repost any messages you intended to share with the list during that time. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We hope you will continue to use the LIS-Forum as a platform for sharing and learning about the latest developments and trends in the library and information science field. Thank you for your cooperation and support. With best regards, Francis Francis Jayakanth Moderator and Administrator of LIS-Forum JRD Tata Memorial Library, IISc

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Call for Proposals: Free and Online MCULTP Mini-Conference May 29, 2024
by Leili Seifi 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

*Call for Proposals: MCULTP Mini-Conference* Conference Theme: *Libraries New Trends in Supporting Multiculturalism and Multilingualism* Date: *Wednesday, May 29, 2024* Time: 8am-1pm Eastern Venue: Zoom (online) The MCULTP Mini-Conference explores how libraries and librarians support Multiculturalism and Multilingualism in their communities. This mini-conference intends to gather academic, public, and special librarians, as well as LIS professionals* via a free online Zoom event.* *More details on: * https://www.ifla.org/events/call-for-proposals-mcultp-mini-conference-2024/ Best regards, Leili -- Regards, Leili Seifi, PhD Associate Professor Department of Knowledge & Information Science Faculty of Behavioral Science University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran Tel(Office): +98 56 31026855 https://cv.birjand.ac.ir/seifi/en

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Opportunities to work with IITGN Library
by TS Kumbar 28 Nov '23

28 Nov '23

Dear Colleagues, Here are some important opportunities to work with IITGN Library. https://iitgn.ac.in/careers/non-academic-staff Kindly share the same among those who would be interested. Thanks & Regards Kumbar -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Advisor (Library & Institute Archives) *Main Library, Block 13 * Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 055*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in Follow Us : <https://www.facebook.com/Library-IITGN-105636257877813/> <https://www.instagram.com/iitgn_library/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/library-iitgn/> <https://in.pinterest.com/librarysocialmedia0715/> <https://twitter.com/LibraryIITGN> ----*-----------------------------------------------------------* *The distilled wisdom of experts for the creators in the field - Explore Standards <https://library.iitgn.ac.in/standards.php>.* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Library Week by Mysore University Information and Library Science Alumni Network (MILAN)
by Dr. Rajendra Babu H 14 Nov '23

14 Nov '23

Mysore University Information and Library Science Alumni Network (MILAN) National Library Week Program (14th to 20th November 2023) Mysore University Information and Library Science Alumni Network (MILAN) in association with Dept. of Studies in Library and Information Science, UOM, and different Govt. First Grade colleges, invite you to join in celebrating ‘National Library Week’ from 14-20 November 2023. The program details are as below: 1. Speaker: Prof. K. Anantharamu,Former Kannada Professor, Mysore University Evening College, Mysuru. Topic: ಗ್ರಂಥಗಳಿಂದ ಜ್ಞಾನಾಭಿವೃದ್ದಿ. Venue: Dept. of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysuru. RSVP: Prof. Chandrashekara M Contact: 9448600970 Date: 15-11-2023 at 3pm 2. Speaker: Mr. Nandeesha B, Asst. Library & Information Officer, All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Manasagangothri, Mysuru Topic: Digital Information and Importance of Libraries Venue: Govt. First Grade College, Talakadu. RSVP: Dr. Vasantharaju N Contact: 9916882066 Date: 16-11-2023 2 pm 3. Mr. Sharath Kumar P Head, Patent cell, All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Manasagangothri, Mysuru. Topic: IPR, Types and its Applications in Academics Venue: Maharani’s Science College for Women, Mysuru RSVP: Mr. Jaiprakash H L Contact: 9844103706 Date: 16-11-2023 at 10am 4. Speaker: Dr. Suhas Bhargav A V Psychiatrist, Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, Mysuru. Topic: Social Media Addiction Venue: Sri D Devaraj Urs Govt. First Grade College, Hunsur RSVP: Dr. Jagadish M V Contact: 9986189869 Date: 17-11-2023 at 11 am 5. Speaker: Mr. Kumar S N Librarian, Govt. First Grade College, Pandavapura. Topic: Inculcation of Reading Habits: Key to Success Venue: Govt. First Grade College, Kyatanahalli, Pandavapura (T) RSVP: Ms. Meenakshi B Contact: 8884058470 Date: 18-11-2023 at 11 am 6. Speaker: Prof. N Udaya Shankar Senior Professor (Rtd.), Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru. Topic: The Glittering First Star of the Universe-Who has Seen it? Venue: SLN College of Arts and Commerce, Bengaluru RSVP: Dr. Kannikaparameshwari G Contact: 8762549638 Date: 20-11-2023 at 11 am Please make it convenient to attend the programs and make the national library week, a success. Dr. Rajendra Babu H Secretary, MIALN. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inquiry about British Standards Subscription
by Francis Jayakanth 14 Nov '23

14 Nov '23

Dear Members, If your library or institution has a British Standards (BS) subscription, I would greatly appreciate it if you could inform me by sending an email to francis(a)iisc.ac.in. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from those who have a subscription to BS. Best regards, Francis Francis Jayakanth JRD Tata Memorial Library IISc. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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2023 Winter School: Enhancing Metacognitive Awareness & Metaliteracy Skills Towards Becoming a Self-Determined Researcher (23rd Nov & 24th Nov 2023; 12AM to 3AM ET)
by Leili Seifi 11 Nov '23

11 Nov '23

2023 Winter School: Enhancing Metacognitive Awareness & Metaliteracy Skills Towards Becoming a Self-Determined Researcher (23rd Nov & 24th Nov 2023; 12AM to 3AM ET) Registration is open for” *Information Ethical Considerations of Generative AI: Research, Teaching & Learning**”* on *21st & 22nd November 2023; 2 AM to 5 AM ET* Please register here. The Zoom link will be sent 48-24 hours before the session. Few scholarships are available <https://www.asist.org/2023/10/10/winter-school/>. *About the Workshop:* Metacognition is essentially the critical self-reflection or thinking about one’s own thinking. Metacognition is one of the domains of metaliteracy. Metaliteracy is a requirement for successful research. It promotes critical thinking and collaboration in a connected world, providing a comprehensive framework to effectively participate in social media and online communities. It is a unified construct that supports the acquisition, production, and sharing of knowledge in collaborative online communities. Metaliteracy challenges traditional skills-based approaches and expands on traditional information literacy. This allows us to consider the related literacy types and incorporate emerging technologies. Standard definitions of information literacy are insufficient for the revolutionary social technologies as well as research trends in our changing world. Outcomes: After completing this workshop, participants will be able to: Understand and explain the nature of metacognition and metaliteracy; Analyze the connection between the two; Convey the importance of being a self-determined metaliterate researcher; Understand and describe all the attributes of a self-determined researcher; Apply these skills in your own research these skills as a teacher, collaborator, researcher, and publisher of research as a self-directed scholar/researcher; Be able to function and prosper, as a metaliterate researcher and scholar, in an uncertain and highly variable information environment. Day 1 Welcome and introduction Outline of what to expect of the day (Includes online Sticky Note activity) Introduction and background to Metacognitive models What are the elements Class activity Interactive map - what research projects/activities are you currently doing? How do metacognitive skills improve research acumen? DAY 2 Welcome Recapping of Day 1 What is metaliteracy and why is this critical for research? Watching a video on metaliteracy learning domains What is the role of metacognition and metaliteracy in self-determination? Collaborative group activity – mind mapping the takeaway of the workshop *Instructor: **Dr. Brenda van Wyk* *Brenda van Wyk* (PhD; M.Ed; M.Inf) is currently a senior academic in the EBIT Faculty at the University of Pretoria. Previous positions include the Head of LIS, The IIE, and the Dean of Research at the IIE. She has been responsible for literacy teaching, postgraduate supervisor training, and postgraduate support in her current as well as previous positions. She has a passion for technology-assisted teaching and learning towards digital inclusion and cognitive social justice. Her research interests include open scholarship, metaliteracy, ABET, and information and research ethics. She serves on the steering committee of ACEIE <https://www.up.ac.za/african-centre-of-excellence-for-information-ethics>. She was instrumental in the planning and implementing open-access research repositories. She is the Managing Editor of a DHET-accredited journal: the Independent Journal of Teaching and Learning (IJTL <https://ijtl.iie.ac.za/>). She is the Co-Chair of ICIL-Africa. She has published several manuscripts and articles in academic journals, chapters in books, and conference proceedings. She is a research associate with JET Education Services Best regards, Leili Register here <https://associationforinformationscienceandtechnologyasist.growthzoneapp.co…> . -- Regards, Leili Seifi, PhD Associate Professor Department of Knowledge & Information Science Faculty of Behavioral Science University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran Tel(Office): +98 56 31026855 https://cv.birjand.ac.ir/seifi/en -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Date extended for submitting papers to the International Conference on Empowering Minds to be held on 11-13 Jan 2024 at Mangalore-reg
by Shekar H P 11 Nov '23

11 Nov '23

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this information to the benefit of forum members. Dear Forum Members. We are pleased to inform you that, A three days International Conference on Empowering Minds: Collaborative Learning for Teachers, Librarians and Researchers *being organised on* 11-13 January 2024 *at St.Agnes College (Autonomous) Mangalore, Karnataka (India) in collaboration with LIS Academy Bangalore. Interested authors can submit their original articles for the conference. The selected articles will be published in an edited book form with ISBN. Since many of the library professionals are giving final touch to their papers and requested us to extend the date for submission, the organizing committee extended the dates as follows. *Important Dates:* *Extended Last date for submission of full text papers: 20 November 2023Acceptance Notification: 25 November 2023* *Last date for Author Registration: 30.11.2023Conference Date: 11-13 January 2024.* Authors are requested to send their papers on time to avoid last minute hurdles and support us to organise the conference successfully. *For more information please explore the website:* www.agnesconference.com Thanking you Dr. Vishala B.K Conference Convener & Selection Grade Librarian St. Agnes College, Mangalore Ph: 0824-2218414, 9448824505 -- Dr. Shekar H P Librarian and Area Head, Department of Library and Information Science JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Bangalore www.jainuniversity.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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2023 WINTER SCHOOL: Information Ethics & Digital Wellness Toolkit (20th & 22nd November 2023; 6AM to 9AM ET)
by Leili Seifi 11 Nov '23

11 Nov '23

*2023 WINTER SCHOOL: Information Ethics & Digital Wellness Toolkit (20th & 22th November 2023; 6AM to 9AM ET)* Registration is open for” I*nformation Ethics & Digital Wellness Toolkit”* on *20th & 22th November 2023; 6AM to 9AM ET* Please register here <https://associationforinformationscienceandtechnologyasist.growthzoneapp.co…>. The Zoom link will be sent 48-24 hours before the session. Few scholarships are also available. more details <https://www.asist.org/2023/10/10/winter-school/>. *Workshop Description* *The workshop is 6 hours and will be conducted over 2 days (**20th & 22nd November 2023; 6 AM to 9 AM ET**) with each session of 3 hours per day* Digital wellness refers to the notion of “being well in a digital society”. This is a very important consideration especially nowadays due to the prevalence of ICTs. Since ICTs permeate all sectors of society, a more user-friendly term was developed – Digital Wellness. Digital Wellness is characterized by the ability of the user to discern between the dangers and opportunities found in cyberspace, act responsibly, and align his/her online behavior with their offline values. It is wrong to assume that being digitally well is only applicable to adults who have extensive access to mobile devices and computers. Rather, this is of even more importance to children and young adults who are growing up using these devices either at home or at school or both. Following this need, nine books were developed by the ACEIE and the Information Science Department, in 2015 and 2016, in partnership with, inter alia, Intel Education, the UNESCO Information for All Programme (IFAP), the South African Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services (DTPS) and Department of Basic Education (DBE), addressing issues pertaining to Digital Wellness. The Digital Wellness Toolkit offers an easy-to-use format (printed and electronic books) and illustrative means to convey key concerns. *Instructor: **Naailah Parbhoo* *Naailah Parbhoo* is a full-time lecturer at the University of Pretoria, Department of Information Science. She lectures various modules varying from first year- Introduction to Information Communication Technologies, second year- Social and ethical impacts- information ethics, third year- competitive intelligence and honors- Organization, retrieval and seeking of information. From 2014, she was the junior research officer for the African Centre of Excellence for Information Ethics that is based in the Department of Information Science. In 2017, she became the office manager where she coordinated digital wellness workshops at National Health Insurance sites with the South African Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services. As for 2020, she became the ACEIE convenor. She is also a member of the following: *Gold Key, ASIS&T, ASIS&T African Chapter, SIG-III and LIASA.* Register here <https://associationforinformationscienceandtechnologyasist.growthzoneapp.co…> Best Regards, -- Regards, Leili Seifi, PhD Associate Professor Department of Knowledge & Information Science Faculty of Behavioral Science University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran Tel(Office): +98 56 31026855 https://cv.birjand.ac.ir/seifi/en -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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