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First 24 hour automated library in U.S. installed in Norman
by Mailing List Admin 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 10:40:42 +0530 From: Jayadev P Hiremath <jayadevph(a)gmail.com> by Bree Steffen K4TV <http://kfor.com/author/bree-steffen/> NORMAN, Okla. � The first 24 hour automated library in the United States was installed in Norman at Irving Recreation Center. The concept is similar to Redbox but patrons will not have to use credit cards, just their library cards to access hundreds of books, audiobooks, and DVDs. Patrons can check items out 24 hours a day, seven days a week, rain or shine. They can even pay fines with credit cards or pick up items placed on hold. �There are a lot of installations in China.� Lisa Wells, assistant director for Library Services, said. �But this is the first United States installation. We were very excited to be first to bring it to Oklahoma, and more importantly, the city of Norman.� The automated library was purchased through EnvisionWare, partnering with Pioneer Library system. �Many of my employees said this was my birthday present because that was yesterday, and it was bringing this system to life yesterday for the first time in America after 2 and � years of research and development.� Mike Monk, CEO of EnvisionWare, said. A westside 24 hour library will also be installed. Both the eastside and westside locations will open by November 1. -- Warm regards. Jayadev P Hiremath Independent Libraries Professional (Former Librarian - IBS,Kuwait) E-mail : jayadevh(a)hotmail.com LinkedIn : http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jayadev-p-hiremath/44/12a/2a0 Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/people/Jayadev-P-Hiremath/603802230

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What happened to the NUCSSI & NISCAIR websites?
by Vasumathi Sriganesh 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Dear colleagues Does anyone have any idea as to why the NUCSSI and the NISCAIR Websites are not available? I have tried the first for the last three days and the Niscair today Would be happy if anyone can provide an answer Regards Vasumathi Sriganesh QMed Knowledge Foundation (Trust - Reg No: E-24663) A-3, Shubham Centre, Cardinal Gracious Road Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai 400099 Tel: 91-22-40054474/75 Fax:91-22-40054358 Web: www.qmed.org.in <http://www.qmedkf.org.in/> www.indianmedicalsites.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KSCLA Special AGM and a State level seminar at Davanagere-reg
by Shekar H P 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this information for the benefit of forum members. Thanking you Dear Members of KSCLA, The Executive body of Karnataka State College Librarians Association (KSCLA) decided to hold its special General Body Meeting on 27th of October 2013 (Sunday) at GFGC Davanagere at 11:00am. AGENDA: To ELECT ITS OFFICE BEARERS FOR THE YEAR 2013-2015 On this occasion, Govt. First Grade College Davanagere organizing a State Level Seminar for one day. Supported by KSCLA. TOPIC: IMPORTANCE OF LIBRARY AND THEIR PROBLEMS Will be inaugurated by:Dr. B.L.Bhagyalakshmi, Director of Collegiate Education, Govt. of Karnataka, Bangalore. Eminent personalities in LIS are invited as resource persons. Please Note: NO REGISTRATION FEE for the Seminar. Certificate will be issued to the participants. All the Life Members of KSCLA are requested to attend Special AGM and elect new office bearers for the next two years and help the association for smooth functioning. VENUE OF THE MEETING AND SEMINAR: Date:27.10.2013 at 11:am Govt. First Grade College, Dental College Road, Near Anubhava Mantapa Davanagere-4 Awaiting to receive you at Davanagere. Mr.M.M.Hebballi, General Secretary, KSCLA -- Dr. Shekar H.P. Librarian, IBS Business School, #231, Near Kengeri Check post Mysore Road, Bangalore-560060 Karnataka - India Ph: (O): 080-66222244 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Best of India’s articles are published in Open Access Journals
by Sukhdev Singh 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

I noted an interesting fact while I was preparing my Presentation for the recently concluded conference of UNESCO, in partnership with Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) - "Opening up by Closing the Circle: Strengthening Open Access in India" on 21 October 2013 at JNU. I was trying to answer a frequently asked question in my presentation – what about the quality of Open Access Journals? I did a little bit of research to find out as what is the status of top Indian Journals published from India. As quality of journals is still measured by their Impact Factors – so I picked top 20 Indian Journals according to their 2012 Impact Factors. Then I proceeded to look Internet for the URLs of these Top Twenty Indian Journals and attempted if I could access and download articles from these journals for free. I was able to access 16 of these 20 top journals. Which is quit well – a score of 80%. Coming to Bio-Medical Journals – which is of interest to me – I was surprised by the fact that I could access all these Bio-Medical Journal. Wow – Top Bio-Medical journals from India are accessible openly. So, what does that means? It simply means that best of India’s articles, especially in the field of bio-medical sciences, are published in Open Access Journals. My PPTs of the above mentioned talk are available at - http://www.slideshare.net/sukhi/open-access-to-indian-biomedical-literature Regards, Sukhdev Singh, TD, NIC -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Access Week 2013 @ IIA
by praba 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Dear Friends,     To support the 'International Open Access Week' event observed all over the world between 21st to 27th Oct.,2013, IIA library has designed a poster.  This poster is available for viewing in the following URL, http://prints.iiap.res.in/handle/2248/6423 The previous year’s OA week celebration at IIA also can be viewed from the following URL, http://prints.iiap.res.in/handle/2248/5286   With Regards, Christina Birdie Librarian, IIA,Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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One day state level seminar
by Mallikarjun Kappi 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT Library and Information Centre, Government First Grade College, Davangere – 577004 Is pleased to announce One- day state level seminar – 2013 IMPORTANCE OF LIBRARIES AND PROBLEMS on Sunday, 27th October 2013 at Davangere, Karnataka, India Detailed seminar brochure is attached herewith for kind reference and for more details contact: Prof. Gurumurthy G R Organizing Secretary and Librarian Government First Grade College Davangere – 577004, Karnataka Mobile: +919448705494 Email: gurumurthyguliguli(a)gmail.com mkmallikarjun(a)gmail.com -- Regards, Mallikarjun M K Librarian-Government First Grade College Jagalur - 577528 Davanagere (Dist) Tel - 91-8196-227999 Mobile:+91 7829283101 mkmallikarjun(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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IRMA Library Assistant-II Position
by Krishna Raghavendra Yeri 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Dear Moderator Kindly arrange to put the following announcement on LIS-Forum: Institute of Rural Management Anand Applications are invited for the post of Assistant -II in IRMA-Ravi J Matthai Library. E.Q: Incumbent should have BLISC. MLISC is preferred. One year's experience in a reputed academic Library and working knowledge of LibSys. One year specialized training in IT. Age: below 35 years Salary: consolidated remuneration of Rs.15,000/- per month for a period of two years contract. Last date for application: 31 October 2013 Applications are to be sent ONLINE only. For more details visit: https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php Krishna Yeri Librarian, IRMA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar on Best and Innovative Practices in Libraries on 26.10.2013 at AMET University, Chennai
by A Hariharan 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Seminar on Best and Innovative Practices in Libraries Date: 26th October 2013 (Saturday) Organized by Department of Library & Information Science, AMET University & Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) (Chennai Chapter) About AMET University The AMET University which has been established for the propagation of Maritime Education is currently offering various marine related UG, PG and Ph.D programmes. The University was conferred with the status of Deemed University under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 and started functioning as a full-fledged University from 2007 and has also got the unique distinction of being the first private University in India to offer exclusively Maritime Education. About the AMET Library AMET Library is being developed as one of the best libraries in the field and its service has been automated to provide timely and quality service to the users. Library holds books and subscribes many national and international journals. About the Seminar The 21st century has witnessed exponential growth of educational institutions all over the world. Managing these institutions is a big challenge to the various government agencies such as UGC, AICTE, Universities, etc. These agencies have introduced strict norms, assessment and accreditation processes and policies for minimum requirements, infrastructure, mandatory resources to maintain the quality and standards of these institutions and also the libraries attached to them. The function of libraries has changed dramatically since the global change in ICT from storing of books to learning and disseminating knowledge. It helps the expectations of users also. Best practices are indentified by examining empirical evidence of success. Therefore they have to adopt the best procedures from TQM concepts, ISO standards, assessment and accreditation norms/policies of various governments and certification bodies. The main reason for adopting these procedures is not only to provide quality services for user satisfaction and also to discharge their routine functions effectively and efficiently. Library services need to be frequently evaluated and updated to the changing needs of library users. Library 2.0 calls for libraries to encourage user participation and feedback in the development and maintenance of library services. The focus of the libraries is now user centered, user satisfaction and participation. Therefore, new, innovative and flexible methods are to be introduced to accommodate new concepts for the changing requirements and environment. Objectives To understand the best and innovative practices stated in TQM, ISO and management techniques and principles. To discuss the norms, assessment and accreditation criteria in academic and other type of libraries. To formulate strategies and how best and innovative practices can be adopted to make the library as a dynamic, user-centric and user participative institution. To identify where services need improvement from user point of view. To discuss how to evaluate the library resources, services for the improvement and user satisfaction. Topics ISO:9000 - 2000 - Quality Management Systems for Library TQM Principles and concepts for Library, Seven Sigma Norms, assessment and accreditation process/requirements of AICTE/NBA, UGC/NAAC, IMC, Universities etc. Innovative Methods and Procedures to make library as a dynamic, user-centric and user participative institutions. Evaluation of Library services, resources and user satisfaction Target Audience Librarians, Information professionals, LIS faculty and students. The number of seats is limited and the selection will be based on first come first served basis. Resource Persons Experts and practicing LIS professionals from reputed institutions. Registration Fee The registration fee of Rs. 300/- is to be paid through DD in favour of “AMET”, payable at “Chennai”. The last date for registration is 21st October, 2013. Advisory Committee Chief Patron Dr.J. Ramachandran, President, AMET Trust Patron Col. Dr. G. Thiruvasagam, Vice-Chancellor Mr. K. Seyadu Registrar Organizing Secretary U.Tamilarasan, Librarian Organizing Committee Dr.S.Surianarayanan, President, SALIS Dr. G.Krishnamoorthy, Anna University Dr.S.Swaminathan, SRMCE, Coimbatore Mr.S.Manikandan, ACL, Chennai Dr.P.Panneerselvam, B.S.Abudur Rahman University A. Joseph Anburaj, KCG College of Tech, Chennai M. Jannath Najeemunnisa Beegum. JBASCW P. Ezhil Pandian, St.Joseph College of Engineering V.Viswanathan, MNM Jain College of Engineering S.Sethuraman, SSN Engineering College Dr.S.Kamatchi, Anna Centenary Library Address for Communication: U.Tamilarasan Organizing Secretary and Librarian, AMET University, No. 135, East Coast Road, Kanathur - 603112, Chennai. Tamil Nadu. Mobile No. 9841545819 Email: ametlibrary(a)yahoo.com Tel : 91 - 44 - 2747 2905 / 3257 7002 / 7030 Fax : 91 - 44 - 27472804 / 2747 2904 Web: http://www.ametuniv.ac.in/ Registration Form Name: ……………………………………………… Designation: ………………………………………. Department: ……………………………………….. Institution: ………………………………………….. Address: ……………………………………………. ……………………………………………… Phone: ……………………………………………… Mobile: …………………………………………….. E-mail: ……………………………………………… Payment Details: Rs. …………. Bank ……………………………….. DD no. ………………. Date ……………………. (Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of “AMET” payable at ‘Chennai’ and addressed to the Organizing Secretary). Signature: ………………………………………….. Name: ………………………………………………. Date: ……………………………….......................(Photocopy of this form can be used, if required) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC Bank details for sending FOR DONATION by IASLIC Lover
by IASLIC Kolkata 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

*AN APPEAL TO LIFE MEMBERS* *( FOR DONATION )* * * The esteemed members of IASLIC are alive to the spiraling prices in the economy creating an acute financial stringency in carrying on the IASLIC activities. The learned members of its Governing Body in their 3rd GB Meeting held at Puducherry on December 10 2012 and subsequently in the Annual General Meeting held on December 11, 2013 during the 25th National Seminar decided to make an ardent appeal to the already enrolled Life Members of IASLIC to be generous to donate liberally at least Rs.1000/- to help IASLIC achieve avowed objective. Accordingly IASLIC extends this ardent appeal to all its esteemed life members to please come forward to help IASLIC by donating liberally at least Rs. 1000/- by DD / cheque duly drawn in favour of IASLIC or by direct money tranfer to our account given below. The donors' names will be published in the IASLIC Newsletter. BANK DETAILS S B Account Name : IASLIC BANK NAME : Dena Bank BANK ADDRESS : Manicktola, Kolkata - 700 054 BANK A/C NO. :069710025713 MICR NO. : ECS :700018010 IFSC CODE-NEFT : BKDN0910697 Prof. Pijushkanti Panigrahi General Secretary, IASLIC -- -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Book Festival in Kerala Agricultural University during 24-26 October 2013 (
by Mailing List Admin 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 14:50:54 +0800 (SGT) From: Dr. A.T. Francis <francisaloor(a)yahoo.com> Dear all, The National Book Festival 2013 in College of Horticulture (CoH), Main Campus of the Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is being organised this year during 24-26 October 2013.� Printed as well as electronic books in all subjects like agriculture, science and technology, education, health, literature, linguistics, entertainment, cinema etc. and e-book readers, other digital reading gadgets and related instruments will be displayed in the exhibition. The exhibition starts at 9.00am on 24th October, Thursday. Formal Inauguration of the Festival will be at 2.00pm on 24th October 2013. INAUGURATION Welcome: Dr. P.K.Valsalakumari, Associate Dean, CoH Introduction on Book Festival: Dr. A.T. Francis, Head, Library, CoH & Convener Inauguration: Sri.Rafeeq Ahammed, Famous Poet and Film Song Writer Presidential Address: Dr. P. Rajendran, Hon. Vice Chancellor, KAU Key Note Address: Sri.R.Gopalakrishnan, Secretary, Kerala Sahitya Akademy Felicitations:- : Dr. Jiju P. Alex,Teacher Representative in KAU General Council : Sri. Avinash Reji Thomas, Student Representative in KAU General Council : Sri. K.P. Sathian,University Librarian, KAU : Smt. Gleena Mary,Student Representative in KAU Academic Council : Sri. A.Sabarinath, President, Students Union, CoH Vote of thanks: Smt. V.S. Swapna, Joint Convener All are invited to the Book Festival. � Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD HEAD, LIBRARY & IT NODAL OFFICER College of Horticulture Kerala�Agricultural University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com

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