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Re: [LIS-Forum] SOUL-INFLIBNET-NEWGENLIB
by gmahesh＠niscair.res.in 10 Mar '09

10 Mar '09

Dear Members, Dr. Goudar has raised certain very valid points. We need to certainly laud the efforts that have gone into the development of NewGenLib. The software has emerged as a globally competitive open source ILMS and that is a commendable feat which all of us should feel proud about. But in a free market, I am not sure if it is appropriate to align with any one product as suggested. Dr. Goudar himself has pointed out that many softwares in the past did not survive. That is because these softwares were not accepted by libraries for whatever reasons including poor after sales, no marketing, partially developed and so on. Therefore, in my humble opinion, we should with an open mind accept the developments that are happening, be it Koha, SOUL or NewGenLib and leave it to the libraries to adopt whichever software they are comfortable with. Regards, G. Mahesh NISCAIR ----------------------------------------- This email was sent using NISCAIR's web mail service. "" http://niscair.res.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] SOUL-INFLIBNET-NEWGENLIB (I.R.N.Goudar)
by savitra sirohi 10 Mar '09

10 Mar '09

All, As part of a private sector software company offering commercial services for Koha, kindly allow me to offer my 2 cents on this interesting topic: 1. Why ignore Koha: the discussion inexplicably ignores Koha. Dr. Goudar even said "stop promoting Koha". Let us remember following about Koha vis a vis Newgenlib: * Wider worldwide installed base * Stronger vendor support (14 worldwide) * Wider and more active user community * Stronger feature set * A true open source software (also older) that over time has matured the powerful open source software development processes The future potential of any open source software is directly related to these factors and in my view it is likely Koha will retain and even extend its advantages over other packages. 2. SOUL as open source: This is an interesting thought. The market is better served by several competing open source and commercial packages. The problem is SOUL is Windows based. Windows licenses will likely become a barrier to adoption and market adoption is the oxygen that drives open source software development. But SOUL can only benefit by becoming open source, this might be something worth trying. 3. Open Source Software Support & Role of Government entities: People have called for Government entities to support open source software. This is a welcome move, but the implicit assumption is that the private sector is unwilling or unable to offer services at low rates. Would like to point out that today we are 1 of 3 private companies offering Koha support in India. Our rates are comparable to those offered by Government entities. Also the private sector in general is more innovative, responsive and service oriented. Governments should to get involved only in case of market failures, today when India is an IT powerhouse, taxpayer's money is better spent on more pressing areas. A transparent, competitive, mostly private sector ecosystem will best serve the consumers and the country. Thank You, Savitra Sirohi MD, Nucsoft OSS Labs http://www.osslabs.biz > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Mon, 9 Mar 2009 13:56:14 +0530 (IST) > From: "I.R.N.Goudar" <goudar(a)nal.res.in> > Subject: [LIS-Forum] SOUL-INFLIBNET-NEWGENLIB > To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.4.64.0903091302140.24277(a)css.nal.res.in> > Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed > > Dear Professionals, > Herewith I have forwarded my response I sent through lis-forum soon after > the announcement of NewGenLib as open source software. My message answers > few questions raised by few LIS colleagues. Ther is no poin in discussing > the merits and demerits of SOUL, GRANTHALAYA, Maitreyee, Suchika, etc. > At this juncture of avilability of open source software, what should be > our (librarians) stand? What responsible institutions like INFLIBNET, > NISCAIR, DRTC, NIC, Keshavan Institute, etc should do? Government has > spent lot of money various agencies for the development of good library > automation system. Some of them were cooked half? Discontinued further > developments? some of them never saw the light of the day? Some of > them did not get good support after sale or implementation? While I have > full confidence in the capability and vision of present director of > INFLIBNET for developing SOUL as one of the good system, my basic question > is, at this juncture is it necessary still put efforts and spend > money on such developments, when so many open source softawre are > available? NEWGENLIB, apart from using open source flatform, uses only > open standards. It has stood test ofthe time. At national level we > should have customization, migration and support service > arrangements on any open system we adopt. MY LIS-FORUM MESSGE SENT ON > 11 JAN 2008, GIVES SOME SUGGESTIONS IN THIS MATTER (Copy enclosed below) > Goudar > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:25:02 +0530 (IST) > From: I.R.N.Goudar <goudar(a)css.nal.res.in> > To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > Subject: [LIS-Forum] NewGenLib-What next? > > > Dear Professionals, > > Great news! NewGenLib, library automation software has become open source > software. I appreciate the initiative and gesture of Dr. LJ Haravu and his > team of Keshvan Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management, > Hyderabad and also those who are behind this move. I am proud of this unique > gift for L&IS and KM community in the world by Indian librarian community. I > have seen the demonstration of this software, it uses open source platforms and > other tools, confirms to open source standards unlike many commercial software. > The features and the functionalities are of high standard. I am quite sure that > this move will revolutionise library automation and digital library activities > in a big way especially in India. > > This welcome development raises many questions: > > a. What would be the role of Mr. Haravu and his colleagues now onwards? > b. Who would support the further development of NewGenLib? > c. Who would give the support for installation, customization and > porting the whole data if one would like to migrate to this software? > > d. What about the libraries who have baought NewGenLib earlier? etc > > I have following suggestions in this matter: > > a. Few Government institutions like DESIDOC, DSIR, NIC, INFLIBNET and > Erstwhile INSDOC also have developed library automation software like > Maithriyee, Sanjay, SOUL, E-Granthalaya, Granthalaya, Suchika, etc. I > strongly feel that all these institutions and others interested should put > their efforts in further development and implementation of NewGenLib in all > academic, specialized, public and industrial libraries in India in a synergized > manner instead of wasting their manpower, time and money on their products. > > b. All Indian LIS schools should teach NewGenLib software as a part of their > curriculum. Institutions like, DRTC, NCSI, NISCAIR can take the lead for > developmental activities and training program. Keshavani Institute should get > sizeable aid from Governmental agencies to carry forward the activity. Dr. > Haravu's group can help the individual libraries for installation, > customization, porting, etc and charge nominally for the service. > > c. National Knowledge Commission, ILA, IASLIC, SIS and other library > associations should make note of this development and extend suitable help and > guidance. > > d. Departments of Public Libraries of different states should not only adopt > this software, but try to extend their help in the development of this > software. > > e. We should stop promoting KOHA in our country. > > f. All professionals should come forward in further development of NewGEnLib > and should help to compile good manual. Better we have a discussion group > specifically meant for this puepose. > > g. NewGenLib has a nice module for Union Catalogue. We should make use of this > to have Union Cataloges say of all Universities, State level Public Libraries, > all CSIR Labs, etc. > > Initially we should hold one day brain storming round table meeting of > selected 15-20 top level Indian librarians in the country who have > successfully automated their libraries in a big way and few LIS Faculty along > with Dr. Haravu and his technical team. I request Dr. ARD Prasad of DRTC to > take a lead in this matter. > > ONCE AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS AND HEARTFELT THANKS TO DR. HARAVU AND KESHAVAN > INSTITUTE. > > Goudar > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Tel: 91-80-25086081 > Sci F & Head, Information Centre for 91-80-25235315 > Aerospace Science and Technology Fax: 91-80-25268072 > National Aerospace Laboratories E-mail:goudar@css.nal.res.in > Airport Road, BANGALORE-560 017 India > http://www.icast.org.in/staff/goudar.html > > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Fw: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College
by Dr. S M.SHAFI 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

The reaction of prof . Laxman Rao is timely and significant . The professionals and leaders should debate , experiment and resOlve to adopt FOSS in their profeesional endeavours. but it does not absolve associtions and nationals institutions of their prime duty to DEVELOP, upgrade VARIOUS softwares with due concern to the economics keepig in view number and level of libraries for overalll development of the society. best wishes Prof S M SHAFI On Sun, 08 Mar 2009 Prof.N.Laxman Rao. wrote : > >helo friends > >it is so unfortunate many have purchased SOUL and are experiencing both gud and bad. why can't they write their experiences. INFLIBNET is an institution and people come and go, but Institution survives. we had lot of expectations from the earlier heads including the present head, who is efficient, successful and matured professional. > >people must be able to forward their real (no bias) reactions both negative and positive. It is so sad that we do not react on any issue especially burning issues relating to our profession. we need to also OBJECTIVELY react on several issues such as performance of associations, organisations (such as NISCAIR, NATIONAL LIBRARY) book depositary act, NKC recommendations (i want to bring to ur notice that the Central Advisory Board of Education, CABE has rejected recommendations). > >LET US NOT TAKE THE INDIVIDUALS AS A CASE AND KEEP QUITE DUE TO OUR RELATION / OBLIGATION TO THEM AS THE INSTITUTIONS AND PROFESSION IS IMPORTANT. > >I WROTE THE COMENT ON SOUL based on more than 100 installations in Andhra Pradesh, where not more than single digit (if i am right it is just two colleges are using partially (one of them is Mr Laxma Reddy). our comments and reactions enables the concerned to re-examine the issues for better. > >as some one suggested that the cost of SOUL is also very high. one of the comment that is stated is that it is gud on the basis of evaluation but not on real use? even the INFLIBNET can opt for NEWGENLIB and develop and provide service (iam not an advocate for single software). we can also think of other open source software also? we can see the LINUX, a open source software the way it is developing at faster rate. > >ULTIMATELY IT IS THE PROFESSIONALS WHO HAVE TO USE AND ENJOY OR SUFFER BY CHOOSING A SOFTWARE. > >WITH MANY YOUNGSTERS, WHO ARE DYNAMIC NEED TO COME FORWARD AND CLAIM UR RIGHT TO LEARN AND WORK. > >WITH BEST WISHES TO ALL MY PROFESSIONAL FRIENDS > >LAXMAN RAO > >--- On Sat, 7/3/09, S K DEsale <skdesale(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > From: S K DEsale <skdesale(a)gmail.com> > > Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Fw: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies > > Date: Saturday, 7 March, 2009, 11:22 AM > > Dear Professionals, > > > > SOUL is also good software and it is also good to see that > > INFLIBNET is come > > up with new version.Since INFLIBNET already spend lot of > > time and money on > > SOUL so there is no point in discarding this software. > > Instead of that > > INFLBNET should think of making it open source. This will > > save > > INFLIBNET from spending on development of this software. > > INFLIBNET should > > spend more on training of this software so that more and > > more people start > > using this software. It will help to identify the problems > > in software and > > those can be corrected. > > > > I am agreed with Prof Rao that NEWGENLIB is better > > software. I have > > installed NEWGENLIB but I have problem in importing data > > from libsys to > > NEWGENLIB. Can anybody guide me on that? > > > > On 3/5/09, Prof. N. Laxman Rao. <naglaxman(a)yahoo.com> > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > dear friends > > > i hav one question to all of u, do u think tht the > > SOUL satisfy the needs > > > of academic institution. every one feels tht it is not > > user friendly and the > > > features are not really tht gud. still the INFLIBNET > > is spending huge money > > > on development and in turn we donot get service. > > regarding the product i > > > request all the professionals to give their practical > > expereince in view of > > > other software including NEWGENLIB. > > > i feel tht whn such a wonderful software is there the > > INFLIBNET shd make > > > attempts to develop the open source software and train > > the library > > > professionals from colleges in using the software. let > > the INFLIBNET join > > > with the KESAVAN INSTITUTE with a MOU and provide > > cheap but better service. > > > i will appreciate all the professionals to react > > whether the INFLIBNET shd > > > spend money on unfinished product with no or meagre > > support? > > > > > > an expert director, Dr Jagdish Arora shd seriously > > think of this and let > > > the INFLIBNET NOT waste on these things? > > > > > > thanks > > > laxman rao > > > > > > > > > --- On Thu, 5/3/09, ravindra kale > > <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > > > > From: ravindra kale <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> > > > > Subject: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of > > Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive > > > for College librararies > > > > Date: Thursday, 5 March, 2009, 11:39 AM > > > > Respected Moderator, > > > > > > > > Kindly published this massage. > > > > > > > > Dear Library Professionals, > > > > > > > > Today, INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul > > 2.0. The > > > > Terms and Condition and price are available on > > the following > > > > link. > > > > > > > > http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/soul/SOUL2rates.pdf > > > > > > > > > > > > The Price is too expensive. INFLIBNET had > > introduced - > > > > AMC- Annual Maintenance Charges. As UGC Funded > > Institution > > > > like INFLIBNET Should rethink about the Price > > structure. > > > > Specially In Limited Version / College version > > they should > > > > provide the Software between the price 15,000 To > > 20,000 > > > > Rupees and 1 lak records and AMC âShould be > > maintain > > > > between 3,000 to 5,000 Thousand Rupees. This is > > my humble > > > > request and suggestion To Dr. Jagdish Arora, > > Director, > > > > INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad. > > > > This is what I feel and want to share with you. > > Kindly give your > > > > suggestions. > > > > > > > > > > > > Ravindra Suryakant Kale > > > > Librarian > > > > Narmada College of Management > > > > MBA Programme, > > > > Shukla Tirth Road > > > > Zadeshwer â 392 011 > > > > Bharuch > > > > Gujarat > > > > Email : kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com > > > > Phone : 9427159186 > > > > Dated : 05/03/2009 > > > > > >-- >This message has been scanned for viruses and >dangerous content by MailScanner, and is >believed to be clean. > > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Database of LIS professional in India: Please Sing Up.
by Badan Barman 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Respected Forum Members, Please register with us (Sign Up) over: http://lislinks.ning.com/ to have a near complete database of LIS professional in India. You can search the already entered records of the database via http://lislinks.ning.com/profiles/members/advancedSearch Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Formation of LIS Leadership Forum – Suggestions, opinions sought from experts and fellow professionals
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Dear LIS Professionals, *Formation of LIS Leadership Forum – Suggestions, opinions sought from experts and fellow professionals * *Aim:* To promote leadership qualities in budding, young LIS professionals. *Motive:* The motive of creating this leadership forum is to enhance leadership qualities in young, budding LIS professionals who are in search of platforms and make them to contribute their services to the profession and to the society to a greater extent. *Review: * Many experts in the field may contemplate that why we should need forum like this as already existing associations and endowments doing similar activities and they are working fine. But, the approach of this forum is different and it wants to address real challenges and threats currently encounter LIS profession. In western countries this profession is considered to be one among the top ten professions and it may be influence of highest literacy rate and more engaged in scientific and engineering activities. In our country our profession is in pathetic condition except few who doesn’t want to raise their voice to people suffering in different levels. Of course very few are doing well. * * *Objectives: * 1. To enhance the leadership qualities in young and budding LIS professionals 2. To upgrade the experienced professionals towards emerging trends and technologies 3. Promoting Reading habits in Rural and backward areas 4. To empower ourselves 5. To make more effective and efficient in working 6. To build teams and enhance the team work 7. To improve communication Skills 8. To create Motivation 9. Professional enrichment 10. Exploring new avenues * * *Events & Activities:* 1. Organizing Discussions / Interactions with experts. 2. Conducting Training Programs from top managers from management, IT and LIS. 3. Invited Lectures 4. Workshops 5. Other Innovative programs 6. Teleconferencing with the overseas experts 7. Other progressive activities 8. Arranging promotional camps in rural and backward areas *Memberships:* All the LIS professionals can become members of the leadership forum There will not be any registration charges for the members Registration will be done through online Initially it will start from Bangalore and it will extend to the other areas / cities *Financial Assistance:* The forum will function through sponsorships of business organizations, institutions, professional bodies, colleges, professional friend’s assistance and other corporations. *Appeal:* Our sincere appeal to our entire professional is to contribute your knowledge, experience, expertise to this leadership forum and embrace in building our profession par with other well established profession and it is possible only with all our professional friends help and cooperation. * * Kindly offer you suggestions, modifications, comments, opinions. After thorough analysis of all your views the forum will function. Send your views to: lislforum(a)gmail.com Thanking You, ----- Posted on behalf of LIS Leadership-Forum by Dr. Dinesh K. S. Librarian (Sl.Gr.) NCET, Bangalore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DRTC Annual seminar
by DRTC - General 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research & Training Centre Bangalore560059, India SEMINAR on SPATIAL INFORMATION RETRIEVAL, ANALYSIS, REASONING AND MODELLING March 18-20, 2009 Website: www.isibang.ac.in/~sirarm Data related to various natural, anthropogenic and socio-economic phenomena are now available in numerous formats, most significant of which is spatial data that facilitate visualization at spatio-temporal intervals. Availability of such data from a wide range of sources in a variety of formats poses challenges to Geographic Information Science (GISci) community. The utility and application of such data could be substantially enhanced through developments in technologies related to:  Retrieval: Retrieval of noise-free information in the forms of themes (layers) from data requires robust image processing, spatial information theory techniques.  Analysis: Once theme-specific layered information is retrieved, techniques are required to analyse themes.  Reasoning: Theme specific layered information need to be integrated via spatial relationships and reasoning. Certain map algebraic concepts are of use.  Modelling: Spatio-temporal behaviour of a phenomenon needs to be visualized Much success has been achieved in the proper usage of data by addressing the above four aspects by individual groups. It is now at understandable level and there are overlaps between the concepts that emerged from different fields to deal with the above four aspects. In light of these overlaps, there exist demands to choose appropriate mathematical techniques that can offer robust solutions. As it stands, there are various techniques (e.g. mathematical morphology, fuzzy set theory, rough set theory, granular computing, map algebra) to address the challenges. The motivation stems from the following observation. For groups, which are familiar with both spatial information theory and theories involved in digital image processing and analysis, most of these ideas are quite familiar. But, surprisingly there has been little interaction between the groups respectively familiar with image processing and spatial information theory. This seminar is intended to serve as a forum for bringing together specialists in those two groups and facilitate interaction. Location: The seminar will be held in the Indian Statistical Institute-Bangalore Centre. It is about 55kms from Bangalore International Airport. Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post, Bangalore 560 059, Phone: 91 80 28483002/3/4/5/6, Fax: 91 80 28484265. ISI-Bangalore Web Page: http://www.isibang.ac.in. Seminar Website: www.isibang.ac.in/~sirarm List of Invited Speakers: Sankar Kumar Pal, John G Stell, Sanghamitra Bandyopadhya, R. Krishnan, C Bhagavathi, V. Venugopal, P. Mukund Rao, P. Venkatachalam, A. Neelameghan, B. S. P. Rao. REGISTRATION DETAILS The number of participants will be restricted to 30 and admission to the Seminar will be strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. The Seminar Speakers will include experts from India and abroad and will be drawn from both the academia and industry. The Registration fee for the seminar is Rs. 1500/-. The fee covers the cost of course material, lunch and tea. The fee should be paid in the form of a Crossed Demand Draft payable at Bangalore drawn in favour of the Indian Statistical Institute. Accommodation at a nominal cost could be arranged for a limited number of participants on a first-come-first-served basis in the Guesthouses attached to the Indian Statistical Institute. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Registration Form -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seminar on SPATIAL INFORMATION RETRIEVAL, ANALYSIS, REASONING AND MODELLING 18th20th March 2009 Registration Form 1. Name 2. Designation and affiliation 3. Address 4. Telephone Number(s) 5. Demand Draft No, Name of the Bank and Date 6. Whether Accommodation is required? YES/NO For further details contact: B. S. Daya Sagar DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560 059, India E-mail: bsdsagar(a)isibang.ac.in N.B.: For up-to-date extended details, please browse through the seminar website at: www.isibang.ac.in/~sirarm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SOUL-INFLIBNET-NEWGENLIB
by I.R.N.Goudar 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Dear Professionals, Herewith I have forwarded my response I sent through lis-forum soon after the announcement of NewGenLib as open source software. My message answers few questions raised by few LIS colleagues. Ther is no poin in discussing the merits and demerits of SOUL, GRANTHALAYA, Maitreyee, Suchika, etc. At this juncture of avilability of open source software, what should be our (librarians) stand? What responsible institutions like INFLIBNET, NISCAIR, DRTC, NIC, Keshavan Institute, etc should do? Government has spent lot of money various agencies for the development of good library automation system. Some of them were cooked half? Discontinued further developments? some of them never saw the light of the day? Some of them did not get good support after sale or implementation? While I have full confidence in the capability and vision of present director of INFLIBNET for developing SOUL as one of the good system, my basic question is, at this juncture is it necessary still put efforts and spend money on such developments, when so many open source softawre are available? NEWGENLIB, apart from using open source flatform, uses only open standards. It has stood test ofthe time. At national level we should have customization, migration and support service arrangements on any open system we adopt. MY LIS-FORUM MESSGE SENT ON 11 JAN 2008, GIVES SOME SUGGESTIONS IN THIS MATTER (Copy enclosed below) Goudar ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:25:02 +0530 (IST) From: I.R.N.Goudar <goudar(a)css.nal.res.in> To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] NewGenLib-What next? Dear Professionals, Great news! NewGenLib, library automation software has become open source software. I appreciate the initiative and gesture of Dr. LJ Haravu and his team of Keshvan Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management, Hyderabad and also those who are behind this move. I am proud of this unique gift for L&IS and KM community in the world by Indian librarian community. I have seen the demonstration of this software, it uses open source platforms and other tools, confirms to open source standards unlike many commercial software. The features and the functionalities are of high standard. I am quite sure that this move will revolutionise library automation and digital library activities in a big way especially in India. This welcome development raises many questions: a. What would be the role of Mr. Haravu and his colleagues now onwards? b. Who would support the further development of NewGenLib? c. Who would give the support for installation, customization and porting the whole data if one would like to migrate to this software? d. What about the libraries who have baought NewGenLib earlier? etc I have following suggestions in this matter: a. Few Government institutions like DESIDOC, DSIR, NIC, INFLIBNET and Erstwhile INSDOC also have developed library automation software like Maithriyee, Sanjay, SOUL, E-Granthalaya, Granthalaya, Suchika, etc. I strongly feel that all these institutions and others interested should put their efforts in further development and implementation of NewGenLib in all academic, specialized, public and industrial libraries in India in a synergized manner instead of wasting their manpower, time and money on their products. b. All Indian LIS schools should teach NewGenLib software as a part of their curriculum. Institutions like, DRTC, NCSI, NISCAIR can take the lead for developmental activities and training program. Keshavani Institute should get sizeable aid from Governmental agencies to carry forward the activity. Dr. Haravu's group can help the individual libraries for installation, customization, porting, etc and charge nominally for the service. c. National Knowledge Commission, ILA, IASLIC, SIS and other library associations should make note of this development and extend suitable help and guidance. d. Departments of Public Libraries of different states should not only adopt this software, but try to extend their help in the development of this software. e. We should stop promoting KOHA in our country. f. All professionals should come forward in further development of NewGEnLib and should help to compile good manual. Better we have a discussion group specifically meant for this puepose. g. NewGenLib has a nice module for Union Catalogue. We should make use of this to have Union Cataloges say of all Universities, State level Public Libraries, all CSIR Labs, etc. Initially we should hold one day brain storming round table meeting of selected 15-20 top level Indian librarians in the country who have successfully automated their libraries in a big way and few LIS Faculty along with Dr. Haravu and his technical team. I request Dr. ARD Prasad of DRTC to take a lead in this matter. ONCE AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS AND HEARTFELT THANKS TO DR. HARAVU AND KESHAVAN INSTITUTE. Goudar -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Tel: 91-80-25086081 Sci F & Head, Information Centre for 91-80-25235315 Aerospace Science and Technology Fax: 91-80-25268072 National Aerospace Laboratories E-mail:goudar@css.nal.res.in Airport Road, BANGALORE-560 017 India http://www.icast.org.in/staff/goudar.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Formation of LIS Leadership Forum – Suggestions, opinions sought from experts and fellow professionals
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Dear Professional Friends, Formation of LIS Leadership Forum – Suggestions, opinions sought from experts and fellow professionals *Aim:* To promote leadership qualities in budding, young LIS professionals Motive: The motive of creating this leadership forum is to enhance leadership qualities in young, budding LIS professionals who are in search of platforms and make them to contribute their services to the profession and to the society to a greater extent. Review: Many experts in the field may contemplate that why we should need forum like this as already existing associations and endowments doing similar activities and they are working fine. But, the approach of this forum is different and it wants to address real challenges and threats currently encounter LIS profession. In western countries this profession is considered to be one among the top ten professions and it may be influence of highest literacy rate and more engaged in scientific and engineering activities. In our country our profession is in pathetic condition except few who doesn’t want to raise their voice to people suffering in different levels. Of course very few are doing well. Objectives: 1. To enhance the leadership qualities in young and budding LIS professionals 2. To upgrade the experienced professionals towards emerging trends and technologies 3. Promoting Reading habits in Rural and backward areas 4. To empower ourselves 5. To make more effective and efficient in working 6. To build teams and enhance the team work 7. To improve communication Skills 8. To create Motivation 9. Professional enrichment 10. Exploring new avenues Events & Activities: 1. Organizing Discussions / Interactions with experts. 2. Conducting Training Programs from top managers from management, IT and LIS. 3. Invited Lectures 4. Workshops 5. Other Innovative programs 6. Teleconferencing with the overseas experts 7. Other progressive activities 8. Arranging promotional camps in rural and backward areas Memberships: All the LIS professionals can become members of the leadership forum There will not be any registration charges for the members Registration will be done through online Initially it will start from Bangalore and it will extend to the other areas / cities Financial Assistance: The forum will function through sponsorships of business organizations, institutions, professional bodies, colleges, professional friend’s assistance and other corporations. Appeal: Our sincere appeal to our entire professional is to contribute your knowledge, experience, expertise to this leadership forum and embrace in building our profession par with other well established profession and it is possible only with all our professional friends help and cooperation. Kindly offer you suggestions, modifications, comments, opinions. After thorough analysis of all your views the forum will function. Send your views to: lislforum(a)gmail.com -- Posted on behalf of LIS Leadership Forum by Dr. Dinesh K. S. Librarian (Sl. Gr.), NCET -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Source Software - Free As In Markets
by Shriram Pandey 09 Mar '09

09 Mar '09

Hello List members, This is a very good article on Open Source Software - Free As In Markets published in E-Government bulletin live.According to this “Free software is free as in markets, not free as in beer,” open source software analyst and trainer Nick Mailer told public sector delegates at this month’s Headstar masterclass on the use of open source solutions in the public sector.As this catchphrase suggests, free and open source software is not necessarily cost-free, but offers a freedom of ownership and use not possible with most proprietary software. Detail may be accessible at : http://www.headstar.com/egblive/?p=199 -- --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Fw: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 08 Mar '09

08 Mar '09

helo friends it is so unfortunate many have purchased SOUL and are experiencing both gud and bad. why can't they write their experiences. INFLIBNET is an institution and people come and go, but Institution survives. we had lot of expectations from the earlier heads including the present head, who is efficient, successful and matured professional. people must be able to forward their real (no bias) reactions both negative and positive. It is so sad that we do not react on any issue especially burning issues relating to our profession. we need to also OBJECTIVELY react on several issues such as performance of associations, organisations (such as NISCAIR, NATIONAL LIBRARY) book depositary act, NKC recommendations (i want to bring to ur notice that the Central Advisory Board of Education, CABE has rejected recommendations). LET US NOT TAKE THE INDIVIDUALS AS A CASE AND KEEP QUITE DUE TO OUR RELATION / OBLIGATION TO THEM AS THE INSTITUTIONS AND PROFESSION IS IMPORTANT. I WROTE THE COMENT ON SOUL based on more than 100 installations in Andhra Pradesh, where not more than single digit (if i am right it is just two colleges are using partially (one of them is Mr Laxma Reddy). our comments and reactions enables the concerned to re-examine the issues for better. as some one suggested that the cost of SOUL is also very high. one of the comment that is stated is that it is gud on the basis of evaluation but not on real use? even the INFLIBNET can opt for NEWGENLIB and develop and provide service (iam not an advocate for single software). we can also think of other open source software also? we can see the LINUX, a open source software the way it is developing at faster rate. ULTIMATELY IT IS THE PROFESSIONALS WHO HAVE TO USE AND ENJOY OR SUFFER BY CHOOSING A SOFTWARE. WITH MANY YOUNGSTERS, WHO ARE DYNAMIC NEED TO COME FORWARD AND CLAIM UR RIGHT TO LEARN AND WORK. WITH BEST WISHES TO ALL MY PROFESSIONAL FRIENDS LAXMAN RAO --- On Sat, 7/3/09, S K DEsale <skdesale(a)gmail.com> wrote: > From: S K DEsale <skdesale(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Fw: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies > Date: Saturday, 7 March, 2009, 11:22 AM > Dear Professionals, > > SOUL is also good software and it is also good to see that > INFLIBNET is come > up with new version.Since INFLIBNET already spend lot of > time and money on > SOUL so there is no point in discarding this software. > Instead of that > INFLBNET should think of making it open source. This will > save > INFLIBNET from spending on development of this software. > INFLIBNET should > spend more on training of this software so that more and > more people start > using this software. It will help to identify the problems > in software and > those can be corrected. > > I am agreed with Prof Rao that NEWGENLIB is better > software. I have > installed NEWGENLIB but I have problem in importing data > from libsys to > NEWGENLIB. Can anybody guide me on that? > > On 3/5/09, Prof. N. Laxman Rao. <naglaxman(a)yahoo.com> > wrote: > > > > > > > > dear friends > > i hav one question to all of u, do u think tht the > SOUL satisfy the needs > > of academic institution. every one feels tht it is not > user friendly and the > > features are not really tht gud. still the INFLIBNET > is spending huge money > > on development and in turn we donot get service. > regarding the product i > > request all the professionals to give their practical > expereince in view of > > other software including NEWGENLIB. > > i feel tht whn such a wonderful software is there the > INFLIBNET shd make > > attempts to develop the open source software and train > the library > > professionals from colleges in using the software. let > the INFLIBNET join > > with the KESAVAN INSTITUTE with a MOU and provide > cheap but better service. > > i will appreciate all the professionals to react > whether the INFLIBNET shd > > spend money on unfinished product with no or meagre > support? > > > > an expert director, Dr Jagdish Arora shd seriously > think of this and let > > the INFLIBNET NOT waste on these things? > > > > thanks > > laxman rao > > > > > > --- On Thu, 5/3/09, ravindra kale > <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > > From: ravindra kale <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> > > > Subject: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of > Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive > > for College librararies > > > Date: Thursday, 5 March, 2009, 11:39 AM > > > Respected Moderator, > > > > > > Kindly published this massage. > > > > > > Dear Library Professionals, > > > > > > Today, INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul > 2.0. The > > > Terms and Condition and price are available on > the following > > > link. > > > > > > http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/soul/SOUL2rates.pdf > > > > > > > > > The Price is too expensive. INFLIBNET had > introduced - > > > AMC- Annual Maintenance Charges. As UGC Funded > Institution > > > like INFLIBNET Should rethink about the Price > structure. > > > Specially In Limited Version / College version > they should > > > provide the Software between the price 15,000 To > 20,000 > > > Rupees and 1 lak records and AMC –Should be > maintain > > > between 3,000 to 5,000 Thousand Rupees. This is > my humble > > > request and suggestion To Dr. Jagdish Arora, > Director, > > > INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad. > > > This is what I feel and want to share with you. > Kindly give your > > > suggestions. > > > > > > > > > Ravindra Suryakant Kale > > > Librarian > > > Narmada College of Management > > > MBA Programme, > > > Shukla Tirth Road > > > Zadeshwer – 392 011 > > > Bharuch > > > Gujarat > > > Email : kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com > > > Phone : 9427159186 > > > Dated : 05/03/2009 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very
by vinod mishra 07 Mar '09

07 Mar '09

  Dear Professionals, I do agree with Mr. laxman rao about developing of NEWGENLIB, Because if we have already a open source Library software like Newgenlib having features almost equal to other commercial package then we should not waste our time and money on developing other packages. We must take pain to develop open source package just like GSDL and Dspace for better solution of library automation in India. With regards, V.K.Mishra -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha V 3.0 Workshop at Mysore University on 9-10 April
by savitra sirohi 07 Mar '09

07 Mar '09

Dear Moderator, please allow me to post this again. The previous copy was in rich text and it appears the list server does not format such emails properly. Thanks, Savitra All, We are happy to announce a Koha v3.0 hands on workshop at Mysore University, details are given below. The Registration fee has been kept low and instructors will be software professionals experienced in live Koha implementations. Please note registration is on first cum first serve basis and a maximum of 30 seats are available in the computer lab. Thanks, Savitra Sirohi MD, Nucsoft OSS Labs http://www.osslabs.biz *********** UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE & NUCSOFT OSS Labs WORKSHOP ON KOHA Version 3.0 on THURSDAY , 9TH & FRIDAY, 10TH APRIL 2009 *********** VENUE DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE MANASAGANGOTHRI UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE MYSORE -570 006 ********** LOCAL HOST DR.KHAISER NIKAM Chairperson khaiser.nikam(a)gmail.com (M) 098453 28672 *********** OSS Labs CONTACT MR. SAVITRA SIROHI savitra.sirohi(a)osslabs.biz (M) 097400 22664 *********** COURSE FEE RS.900/- (without accommodation) Payment by Cash (collected during workshop) or DD DD Drawn in Favor of "OSS Software Solutions Labs Pvt. Ltd." Last date for registration 31st March 2009 *********** COURSE CONTENT Koha Introduction Koha Features Review Participating in Koha Community Development Open Source Versus Commercial Packages Koha System Architecture Hardware Requirements Linux Installation Koha Installation System Administration Using Koha Modules Data Migration Zebra Search Configuration Multi-lingual Catalog RFID Integration Customizing Koha Troubleshooting & Support *********** ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Software DVDs will be provided Electronic training material will be provided Hands on Installation & Configuration Training Instructors with Experience in Several Live Koha implementations including: Delhi Public Library, Delhi DC Everest School District, USA Tailor Bird Commercial Library, Bangalore and more.. *********** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re INFLIBNET has released newversion of SOUL 2.0
by Jai Haravu 07 Mar '09

07 Mar '09

Dear Members I do not want to take sides regarding the views of Prof. Laxman Rao's and Mr. Ravindra Kale's postings on Lis-Forum. There is no doubt that INFLIBNET has spent many years of honest effort and expense in building, distributing and supporting SOUL via training, etc. Only the libraries who have used SOUL can comment on how useful or friendly, etc., it is. However, I would like to emphasize that the world over (including in the commercially oriented west), libraries are seriously moving towards open source solutions and the development of an open library environment via a project (www.oleproject.org) that is funded by the Mellon Foundation and under the leadership of Duke University and others. Other examples of the move towards open source solutions is the project of the eXtensible Catalog project (http://www.screencast.com/users/eXensibleCatalog) Evergreen, Koha are good examples of successful open source projects, both well funded and now commercially supported. In India too the Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management (www.kiikm.org) together with a software company, Verus Solutions Pvt. Ltd., has championed the cause of open source via NewGenLib, the first Indian open source library management system (LMS). NewGenLib has been downloaded by more than 9000+ instns., worldwide and there is a growing community of users. Quite a few organizations in India have supported hands-on workshops on NewGenLib. Already two versions of the software have been released and a new version (3.0) is due for release this year. All components of NewGenLib's layers are open source ones. I might also add the following information: 1.. The new version (3.0) will have a Rich Internet Application (RIA) front-end and OPAC. 2.. We are in the process of signing an agreement with OCLC which will allow NewGenLib libraries to access WorldCat via an Application Programmers Interface (API) (and leverage WorldCat's social web features) expanding access to libraries implementing NewGenLib. 3.. The new version will have many customizable features and better support to web services of vendors such as Amazon, Google (e.g., Google Book Search, Google Scholar). 4.. KIIKM is committed to providing domain support and advice to ensure that NewGenLib is aware of new trends and technologies and applies relevant ones wherever possible. 5.. Data conversion, training and ongoing support services to open source NewGenLib users are provided at nominal costs and all support services are customer-specific and optional depending on their needs. I honestly believe that in a diverse world both SOUL and NewGenLib have a place but what is more important is the freedom that libraries must have to choose what they will use to automate their libraries. KIIKM and Verus Solutions are always open to collaboration with INFLIBNET or other organizations in India and abroad. Haravu Trustee, Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Barcoder Scanner for Stock Verfication
by satish kumar 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

We are looking for a quality Portable Data Collector with Integrated Barcode Scanner for stock verification purpose. It would be very helpful if those of you professionals already using them give some details regarding the usage, price and availability Paramanand, MLISc; M Phil. Assistant Librarian, M. S. Ramaiah College of Law, Library and Information Center, New BEL Road, Bangalore-560054, Fax: 080-23601446, Phone No: 080-65708015, Cell No: 9844116650. Web site: - www.paramanandjh.webs.com E-Mail: paramanand.jh(a)gmail.com Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Live IT : IT Magazine for the contemporary woman
by Mukesh Anand 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear Members', I am giving here the details & TOC of recently launched India's first Lifestyle IT Magazine for Women i.e. Live IT Live IT : IT Magazine for the contemporary woman Vol. 1, Issue 5, February 2009 Table of Contents (Section) Sl.No. Article Starting Page No. (A) feature 1.Web 2.0: The Youth Web 32 2.The ABCs of Conception to Parenting 37 3.Catching Up with Dynamic Web Content 42 4.Evolving Hospitality in Web 2.0 Era! 57 5.YMEX:Media Exchange 72 6.Cool iPhone Apps 76 (B) tech tip 1.Browse Web in 3D using Space Time 60 2.Change Keyboard Language in Windows 61 3.Catalog Books,Music & Movies with Free Catalogue Software 62 4.Record Videos Online using Nimbb 63 5.Capture Web Data using Zoho Notebook 64 6.Video Camera Buyer Guide 65 7.Going Virtual with VirtualBox 66 8.Read Blogs & Feeds on your Moblie 68 9.Computer Screen Magnifiers & Animated GIF Maker 69 10.Tips on Avoiding Image Blur 70 (C) how to 1.Convert your iPhone or iTouch into External Hard Drive 85 2.Create an Account in Wikipedia 86 3.Add your Gmail to Windows Live Mail 87 4.Make Windows XP look like Vista 90 5.Make Flowcharts in Powerpoint 92 6.Get the Most out of Gadget Batteries! 94 7.How to Password-Protect Program Files 96 (D) peek & pick 1.Garmin Forerunner 405 & Nike + iPod Sport Kit 108 2.Canon EOS 50D 109 3.JVC Everio GZ-HD6 Camcorder 110 4.HeperX T1 series RAM & NZXT Avatar 111 5.iPod Touch 32 GB & Fiji Z200FD 112 6.Suunto T4C Wrist - Top Computer & Plam Treo Pro 113 (E) spice IT 1.Buzz Byte 13 2.Care IT 15 3.Chatroom 22 4.Snapshots 28 (F) regulars 1.Letter from the Editor 6 2.Tech News 8 3.Did You Know? 12 4.Letter to the Editor 17 5.Tech Cartoon 79 6.Tech Career 101 7.Interview - Sunil Nair 104 8.Profile - Kiran Datar 106 9.Shopper's Guide 114 10.Q & A 115 11.Glossary 116 (G) Miscellenous 1.Live IT or Leave IT 18 2.Web 2.0:The interactive interface 24 3.Adobe Connect Now 30 4.Style IT 45 5.Talking Books 54 6.Best of RSS 67 7.Kidnapped by a Video Game 80 8.Take Pictures when You Least Expect it 88 9.Star Diary 102 Free CD & Supplement on Digital Video Editing with this issue. Vol.1, Issue 4, January 2009 TOC (A) feature 1.Futuristic Kitchen Gadgets 33 2.Home Security & You 36 3.Google Chrome vs. Microsoft IE8 42 4.Online Games:Plunging Head First into the Virtual World of MMOGs 56 5.Google your Date 60 6.Learning Crafts:The eWay! 75 (B) tech tip 1.Booking Air Ticket through the Internet 62 2.Hide My Browser 64 3.Flash Photography Tidbits 65 4.Digital Dictionaries & Reading Pen Dictionaries 66 5.Making the Most of Black & White Photography 68 6.Are You using LinkedIn Wisely? 70 7.Fixing a Flickering Monitor 72 8.Music Sites on the Internet 73 9.ATM Secrets 74 (C) how to 1.Fixing 'Autorun' Problems 87 2.Customize Sounds to Alert you of New Massages 88 3.Creating E-Mail Shortcut 92 4.Format Files in <HTML> 93 5.Use MS Word to the Fullest 94 6.Recover Damged CDs & DVDs 95 7.Make your own Document 96 8.Turning On Caps Lock & How to Shrink Document by one page 101 (D) peek & pick 1.Jabra BT2070 Bluetooth Headset 108 2.Digital Photo Frame Key & iPod Nano Armbands 109 3.Aqua Pac Mini Waterproof Camera Case 404 & Laptop Screen Protector 110 4.Multi-Channel Audio FM Transmitter & Mini USB Vacuum Cleaner 111 5.Emergency Mobile Charger 112 6.SanDisk V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder & Zune 120 GB Digital Media Player 113 (E) spice IT 1.Buzz Byte 13 2.Care IT 15 3.Chatroom 22 4.Snapshots 28 (F) regulars 1.Letter from the Editor 6 2.Tech News 8 3.Did You Know? 12 4.Letter to the Editor 17 5.Tech Cartoon 81 6.Tech Career 102 7.Interview - Alka Joshi 104 8.Profile - Soumya Kanti 106 9.Shopper's Guide 114 10.Q & A 115 11.Glossary 116 (G) Miscellenous 1.Live IT or Leave IT 18 2.Gadgets You can can Expect in 2009 24 3.eBooks 30 4.Style IT 45 5.Mobile Phone:Your Tourist Guide 50 6.Star Diary 54 7.Go Green at Home & at Workplace 78 8.The Conjoined Robotic Maids 83 9.Safeguard yourself from Hackers 90 Free CD & Supplement on Photoshop CS2 with this issue. Price per issue Rs. 50/- Annual Subscription Charges Rs.450/-(12 Issues with CDs) Managing Editor : Anant Nath editor.liveit(a)delhipress.in This Magazine is started in October, 2008. Delhi Press Magazines - 1.Alive, 2.The Caravan:A Journal of Politics & Culture, 3.Champak(Hindi, English,Marathi & Gujarati), 4.FarmnFood(Weekly), 6.Grihashobha (Hindi,Gujarati,Marathi,Kannada & Tamil), 7.Live IT, 8.Saras Salil (Hindi & Marathi), 9. Suman Saurabh, 10.Woman's Era Wishing You All Happy Holi in General & International Womens' Day in Particular. Thanx & Regards, Mukesh Anand Asst. Libn. Officers' Training College for Indian Railways Sanskari Nagari Vadodara -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Open Access Week declared for 2009
by Shamprasad Pujar 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

-- Original Message -- From: Jennifer McLennan <jennifer(a)arl.org> To: sparc-media(a)arl.org, sparc-europe(a)arl.org, sparc-advocacy(a)arl.org, ata-members(a)arl.org, ata-media(a)arl.org, sparc-ir(a)arl.org, sparc-opendata(a)arl.org, sparc-oaforum(a)arl.org, ifla-l(a)infoserv.inist.fr, liblicense-l(a)lists.yale.edu Date: Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:00:33 -0500 Subject: [IFLA-L] Open Access Week declared for 2009 For immediate release March 5, 2009 For more information, contact: Jennifer McLennan, SPARC (202) 296-2296 ext 157 jennifer [at] arl [dot] org Open Access Week declared for 2009 Popular global event extended over one week, October 19 ? 23 Washington, DC ? March 5, 2009 ? To accommodate widespread global interest in the movement toward Open Access to scholarly research results, October 19 ? 23, 2009 will mark the first international Open Access Week. The now-annual event, expanded from one day to a full week, presents an opportunity to broaden awareness and understanding of Open Access to research, including access policies from all types of research funders, within the international higher education community and the general public. Open Access Week builds on the momentum generated by the 120 campuses in 27 countries that celebrated Open Access Day in 2008. Event organizers SPARC (the Scholarly Publishing & Academic Resources Coalition), the Public Library of Science (PLoS), and Students for FreeCulture welcome key new contributors, who will help to enhance and expand the global reach of this popular event in 2009: eIFL.net (Electronic Information for Libraries), OASIS (the Open Access Scholarly Information Sourcebook); and the Open Access Directory (OAD). ?I?m participating in Open Access Week again this year because I want to shed light on the tremendous potential of Open Access,? said Allyson Mower, Scholarly Communications & Copyright Librarian for the University of Utah?s Marriott Library. ?People searching for information usually consume whatever is readily available. Open Access ensures that quality information is at people?s fingertips.? ?eIFL.net works to make intellectual outputs of developing and transitional countries more visible and more easily accessible,? added Rima Kupryte, Director of eIFL.net. ?We believe that Open Access contributes to improved education, teaching, and research, and accelerates innovations and economical developments in these countries. Open Access Week is a great opportunity to promote Open Access globally.? This year?s program will highlight educational resources on Open Access that local hosts can use to customize their own programs to suit local audiences and time zones. OASIS will serve as the centerpiece of the 2009 program, delivering resources for every constituency and every awareness level. The Open Access Directory will again provide an index of participants on five continents, as well as their growing clearinghouse for all OA resources. Through the collaborative functionality of the two initiatives, OA videos, briefing papers, podcasts, slideshows, posters and other informative tools will be drawn from all over the Web to be highlighted during Open Access Week. The organizers will also work with registrants to develop a variety of sample program tracks, such as ?Administrators? introduction to campus open-access policies and funds,? ?OA 101,? and ?Complying with the NIH public access policy? that take full advantage of available tools. Participants are invited to adapt these resources for local use, and to mark Open Access Week by hosting an event, distributing literature, blogging -- or even just wearing an Open Access t-shirt. ?After the success of last year?s Open Access Day, we?re delighted to be co-organizing the first ever Open Access Week with our fellow collaborators, again in conjunction with the anniversary of one of our flagship journals,? said Peter Jerram, CEO for the Public Library of Science. ?We ask our supporters to celebrate the fifth anniversary of PLoS Medicine by spreading the word about Open Access and getting involved in the week.? ?There?s no more certain sign of the momentum behind Open Access to research than an annual, global celebration of this scale,? added Heather Joseph, Executive Director of SPARC. ?Occasions like this are the best possible way to attract attention from busy faculty members and administrators, and to demonstrate the widespread appeal of Open Access. It?s SPARC?s pleasure to be working with our partners to realize the event once again this year.? For more information about Open Access Week and to register, visit <http://www.openaccessweek.org>http://www.openaccessweek.org. ## SPARC SPARC (Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition), with SPARC Europe and SPARC Japan, is an international alliance of more than 800 academic and research libraries working to create a more open system of scholarly communication. SPARC?s advocacy, educational and publisher partnership programs encourage expanded dissemination of research. SPARC is a founder of the Alliance for Taxpayer Access, representing taxpayers, patients, physicians, researchers, and institutions that support open public access to taxpayer-funded research. SPARC is on the Web at <http://www.arl.org/sparc>http://www.arl.org/sparc. -- -------------------------- Jennifer McLennan Director of Communications SPARC (The Scholarly Publishing & Academic Resources Coalition) <http://www.arl.org/sparc>http://www.arl.org/sparc (202) 296-2296 ext 121 <jennifer(a)arl.org>jennifer(a)arl.org Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha V 3.0 Workshop at Mumbai on 17-18 April
by savitra sirohi 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

All, This is an announcement for a Koha v3.0 hands on workshop at Mumbai, details are given below. The Registration fee has been kept low and instructors will be software professionals experienced in live Koha implementations. Please note registration is on first cum first serve basis and a maximum of 20 seats are available in the computer lab. We also expect to announce workshops in other major cities soon. Thanks, Savitra Sirohi MD, Nucsoft OSS Labs www.osslabs.biz *********** NUCSOFT OSS Labs WORKSHOP ON KOHA Version 3.0 on FRIDAY , 17th & SATURDAY 18th APRIL 2009 *********** VENUE Nucsoft Ltd. Sigma House, 1st Floor, C-8 Central MIDC Road, MIDC, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 093, INDIA. ********** OSS Labs CONTACT MR. SAVITRA SIROHI savitra.sirohi(a)osslabs.biz (M) 097400 22664 *********** COURSE FEE RS.900/- (without accommodation) Payment by Cash (collected during workshop) or DD DD Drawn in Favor of "OSS Software Solutions Labs Pvt. Ltd." Last date for registration 31st March 2009 *********** COURSE CONTENT Koha Introduction Koha Features Review Participating in Koha Community Development Open Source Versus Commercial Packages Koha System Architecture Hardware Requirements Linux Installation Koha Installation System Administration Using Koha Modules Data Migration Zebra Search Configuration Multi-lingual Catalog RFID Integration Customizing Koha Troubleshooting & Support *********** ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Software DVDs will be provided Electronic training material will be provided Hands on Installation & Configuration Training Instructors with Experience in Several Live Koha implementations including: Delhi Public Library, Delhi DC Everest School District, USA Tailor Bird Commercial Library, Bangalore and more.. *********** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Portable Data Collectors
by Benny M D 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear Professionals, We are looking for a quality Portable Data Collector with Integrated Barcode Scanner for stock verification purpose. It would be very helpful if those of you professionals already using them give some details regarding the usage, price and availability. Best wishes Benny M.D. HOD, Department of Library The International School Bangalore Email: benny(a)tisb.ac.in www.tisb.org <http://www.tisb.org/> Mobile: 9448539601 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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koha guidelines
by Ramesh T 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Hai this is Ramesh, i install koha software but it have some problems any one can clarify my doubt. i instal all perl, my sql, apache server and koha software but it is says like this REENTER CONNECTION INFORMATION Please re enter connection inforamtion for an Administrative user (ROOT) for this database. This install needs to connect and add a koha user. Admin.User __________________. Pass word __________________. like this -- Ramesh.T 9866952923 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd:10 Websites for Book Lovers..from iLibrarian
by Vasanthakumar N 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

---------- Forwarded message ---------- ------------------------------ 10 Websites for Book Lovers At this point most everyone has heard of LibraryThing<http://www.librarything.com/>, the most popular social cataloging website online, and perhaps even of the Amazon-owned Shelfari <http://www.shelfari.com/>, but here are a few websites for book lovers that you may not have heard about: [image: booksprouts] 1. BookSprouts <http://www.booksprouts.com/> BookSprouts is a website where you can join and create book clubs. Members can vote on which book to read next, have book discussions in forums, post book reviews, and hold meetings. [image: blippr] 2. Blippr <http://www.blippr.com/> Blippr is a website where you can add short reviews of 160 characters or less of books, movies, music, games, and applications. You can connect your account to many other social networks such as Twitter and Facebook where you can continue your conversations. [image: 22books2] 3. 22 Books <http://22books.com/> 22books will allow you to quickly create book lists of any type. You can make comments on books in your list, and embed your lists in other websites. [image: bookcoverarchive] 4. Book Cover Archive <http://bookcoverarchive.com/> The Book Cover Archive is a collection of over 1,000 book covers categorized and browsable by designers, authors, titles, art directors, photographers, illustrators, and more. Readers can leave comments on covers and can suggest entries. [image: bookjetty] 5. BookJetty <http://www.bookjetty.com/> BookJetty is a social cataloging app that will let you set up a bookshelf of titles you own or want and then easily search for them in your local library with a click. Amazon and other booklists can be imported for quick startup. [image: bookglutton] 6. Book Glutton <http://www.bookglutton.com/> BookGlutton is a social community where you can read public domain books and discuss them with groups. Members can annotate books and make their comments public for discussions or keep them private. You can even upload your own books. [image: gurulib] 7. Gurulib <http://www.gurulib.com/> Gurulib is a social cataloging program which lets members organize their book, movie, music, game, and software collections. The site allows members to use their webcams as barcode readers to scan in items. Items be loaned out and members can track borrowed titles. [image: listal] 8. Listal <http://www.listal.com/> This social cataloging website enables members to catalog books, movies, TV shows, video games, DVDs, and music. Members can loan their items, import and export their catalogs, and create favorite lists that others can comment on. [image: goodreads] 9. GoodReads <http://www.goodreads.com/> GoodReads is a robust social cataloging site in which members can create lists, write reviews, form groups, create trivia questions about titles, and converse in forums. [image: paperbackswap] 10. Paperback Swap <http://www.paperbackswap.com/index.php> PaperBack Swap is a community hub for trading your paperbacks, hardbacks, audiobooks, and textbooks with others. Members can easily mail books as the site provides exact postage labels which can be printed out. Once a book is mailed, you can request one for yourself from the cache of over 3 million titles available. I’m sure there are many more great book-related sites out there, please add your suggestions in the comments!! -- N. Vasanthakumar, Assistant Librarian TSM, Madurai, TN Cell: 09486026488 mail: nvasanth74(a)gmail.com vasanthakumarn(a)tsm.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Estimate of number of public libraries in India
by Suvarsha Walters 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear all, Would anyone have the latest number of public libraries in India? The latest one I got with on the Internet is a 1993 estimate of 44,205 in a paper referenced here: http://www.worlib.org/vol05no2/j_v05n2.shtml I will be grateful if anyone can give me a more recent figure. Thanks and regards, Suvarsha Information Analyst, HP Labs India, Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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[lisnet] Workshop on Interview Skills at IIITM-Kerala 28-29 March 2009
by Sainul Abideen P 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Date of WORKSHOP ON INTERVIEW SKILLS: an e-Learning Initiative organised by IIITM-K, Thiruvananthapuram has been changed to 28-29 March 2009. Workshop details are given below. WORKSHOP ON INTERVIEW SKILLS: an e-Learning Initiative Organized by Digital Library and Information Services Division, Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management-Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram Date: 28-29 March, 2009 (Saturday and Sunday) Registration Fee: For Students Rs. 400/= Only, Others Rs. 750/= Only Last date for registration and payment of fee: 25th March 2009 About the Workshop Interview is one of the key considerations in the recruitment process of any Job. Effective Job interview is key for getting the right person. Interview is a two way exchange of information and provides an opportunity to candidates to describe their work experience, educational background, career interests, like and dislikes, etc. Similarly, interview provides a chance to the employer to choose right person for the job. Interview preparation is critical point of the interview. A candidate might have obtained high score in examinations but he/she needs to impress the interviewers with his positive qualities, to win the right job. Such winning interviews require specific knowledge and skills, to impress the employer. In order to provide you with those crucial interview skills, IIITM-K Digital Library and Information Services Division is organizing a Workshop on Interview Skills during 28-29 March 2009. This workshop provides a chance to the job seekers an opportunity to gain such winning interview skills. The workshop contains expert lectures on different factors of interview skills and preparations to be taken for winning interviews. Workshop Methodology Being an e-learning initiative, this workshop is based on the Tutored Video Instruction methodology, wherein video lectures of the experts will be delivered in a non-interactive mode. However, tutor guidance will be made available by the local faculty. Venue: IIITM-K, NILA, Technopark Campus, Thiruvananthapuram – 695581, Kerala Target audience: Anybody interested can attend. However Students, Job Seekers, and those who are in the early stage of their career will be given preference. Registration Fee: For Students Rs. 400/= Only, Others Rs. 750/= Only. [Payments to be made via Cash, or DD in favour of “Director, IIITM-K” payable at Canara Bank, Kazhakkoottam Branch] No. of seats are limited. Kindly confirm availability of seats by sending E-mail to iiitmklibrary(a)gmail.com before sending registration fee. Registration Fee is non-refundable. No TA/DA will be given to the participants. Participants are requested to make their own arrangements for Accommodation and Travel. Registration form along with the Fee may be sent to the Workshop Coordinator. Last date for registration and payment of fee: 25th March 2009 For Registration and further details Sainul Abideen P, Workshop Co-ordinator & Librarian IIITM-K, NILA Technopark, Karyavattom PO,Trivandrum 695581 Ph: 0471-2527567, 2700777 exn 119, Mobile: 9961814247, 9846929235, 9496252786 E-Mail: iiitmklibrary(a)gmail.com www.iiitmk.ac.in/interview.htm Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Interview Skills at IIITM-K 28-29 March 2009
by Sainul Abideen 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear Sir, Please find enclosed details of the Workshop on Interview Skills organised by the Digital Library and Information Services Division, IIITMK. We would Appreciate if you could kindly forward this to the interested persons. With regards Workshop Coordinator WORKSHOP ON INTERVIEW SKILLS: an e-Learning Initiative Organized by Digital Library and Information Services Division, Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management-Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram Date: 28-29 March, 2009 (Saturday and Sunday) Registration Fee: For Students Rs. 400/= Only, Others Rs. 750/= Only Last date for registration and payment of fee: 25th March 2009 About the Workshop Interview is one of the key considerations in the recruitment process of any Job. Effective Job interview is key for getting the right person. Interview is a two way exchange of information and provides an opportunity to candidates to describe their work experience, educational background, career interests, like and dislikes, etc. Similarly, interview provides a chance to the employer to choose right person for the job. Interview preparation is critical point of the interview. A candidate might have obtained high score in examinations but he/she needs to impress the interviewers with his positive qualities, to win the right job. Such winning interviews require specific knowledge and skills, to impress the employer. In order to provide you with those crucial interview skills, IIITM-K Digital Library and Information Services Division is organizing a Workshop on Interview Skills during 28-29 March 2009. This workshop provides a chance to the job seekers an opportunity to gain such winning interview skills. The workshop contains expert lectures on different factors of interview skills and preparations to be taken for winning interviews. Workshop Methodology Being an e-learning initiative, this workshop is based on the Tutored Video Instruction methodology, wherein video lectures of the experts will be delivered in a non-interactive mode. However, tutor guidance will be made available by the local faculty. Venue: IIITM-K, NILA, Technopark Campus, Thiruvananthapuram – 695581, Kerala Participants: Students (any subject including Arts, Science, Engineering etc.), Professionals, job seekers in all discipline or anybody interested can attend this workshop. Registration Fee: For Students Rs. 400/= Only, Others Rs. 750/= Only. [Payments to be made via Cash, or DD in favour of “Director, IIITM-K” payable at Canara Bank, Kazhakkoottam Branch] No. of seats are limited. Kindly confirm availability of seats by sending E-mail to iiitmklibrary(a)gmail.com before sending registration fee. Registration Fee is non-refundable. No TA/DA will be given to the participants. Participants are requested to make their own arrangements for Accommodation and Travel. Registration form along with the Fee may be sent to the Workshop Coordinator. Last date for registration and payment of fee: 25th March 2009 For Registration and further details Sainul Abideen P, Workshop Co-ordinator & Librarian IIITM-K, NILA Technopark, Karyavattom PO,Trivandrum 695581 Ph: 0471-2527567, 2700777, Mobile: 9961814247, 9846929235, 9496252786 E-Mail: iiitmklibrary(a)gmail.com www.iiitmk.ac.in/interview.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NISCAIR Short Term Course on GSDL
by gmahesh＠niscair.res.in 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

NISCAIR announces its short term course on "Design and Development of Digital Libraries using GSDL" Duration: 5 days (20-24 April 2009) Venue: NISCAIR, 14-Satsang Vihar Marg, New Delhi - 110067 Course fee: Rs. 2000/- (without accommodation) / Rs. 2600/- (with accommodation) How to apply: Application form is available at www.niscair.res.in or can be obtained by sending an email to training(a)niscair.res.in. Filled in application form along with the appropriate course fee is to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Director, NISCAIR" and sent to In-Charge (Training), Education and Training Division, NISCAIR, 14-Satsang Vihar Marg, New Delhi - 110067 For more information, contact: Dr. Narendra Kumar (011-26863617 / 011- 26965094) or Email at: training(a)niscair.res.in G. Mahesh Scientist, NISCAIR ----------------------------------------- This email was sent using NISCAIR's web mail service. "" http://niscair.res.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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(no subject)
by sushmadethe 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

Dear Friends, One of my Friend wants to create a database of books of his Book Store. Can anyone guide me which will the best database software. Best Regards, Sushma Dethe _________________________________________ Librarian, Rustomjee International School, Dahisar, Mumbai-4000 068 Cell : 9920433299 E-mail: sushmadethe(a)rediffmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

dear friends i hav one question to all of u, do u think tht the SOUL satisfy the needs of academic institution. every one feels tht it is not user friendly and the features are not really tht gud. still the INFLIBNET is spending huge money on development and in turn we donot get service. regarding the product i request all the professionals to give their practical expereince in view of other software including NEWGENLIB. i feel tht whn such a wonderful software is there the INFLIBNET shd make attempts to develop the open source software and train the library professionals from colleges in using the software. let the INFLIBNET join with the KESAVAN INSTITUTE with a MOU and provide cheap but better service. i will appreciate all the professionals to react whether the INFLIBNET shd spend money on unfinished product with no or meagre support? an expert director, Dr Jagdish Arora shd seriously think of this and let the INFLIBNET NOT waste on these things? thanks laxman rao --- On Thu, 5/3/09, ravindra kale <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > From: ravindra kale <kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com> > Subject: INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies > Date: Thursday, 5 March, 2009, 11:39 AM > Respected Moderator, > > Kindly published this massage. > > Dear Library Professionals, > > Today, INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0. The > Terms and Condition and price are available on the following > link. > > http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/soul/SOUL2rates.pdf > > > The Price is too expensive. INFLIBNET had introduced - > AMC- Annual Maintenance Charges. As UGC Funded Institution > like INFLIBNET Should rethink about the Price structure. > Specially In Limited Version / College version they should > provide the Software between the price 15,000 To 20,000 > Rupees and 1 lak records and AMC –Should be maintain > between 3,000 to 5,000 Thousand Rupees. This is my humble > request and suggestion To Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, > INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad. > This is what I feel and want to share with you. Kindly give your > suggestions. > > > Ravindra Suryakant Kale > Librarian > Narmada College of Management > MBA Programme, > Shukla Tirth Road > Zadeshwer – 392 011 > Bharuch > Gujarat > Email : kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com > Phone : 9427159186 > Dated : 05/03/2009 > > > > > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Translation Mission
by ramesh chander 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Dear All, National Translation Mission (NTM) is a Government of India initiative to make knowledge-based texts accessible in all Indian languages listed in the VIII schedule of the Constitution through translation. The idea of NTM stemmed from a statement of the Prime Minister of India stressing how vital is the access to translated material, for increasing access to knowledge in many critical areas. For more information, use following URL: http://www.ntm.org.in/main.asp With Best Regards, Romesh Chander National Center for Science Information(NCSI), Indian Institue of Science, Bangalore-560012. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha V 3.0 Workshop at Mysore University on 9-10 April
by savitra sirohi 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

*All, * ** *We are happy to announce a Koha v3.0 hands on workshop at Mysore University, details are given below.* ** *The Registration fee has been kept low and *instructors will be software professionals experienced in live Koha implementations. *Please note registration is on first cum first serve basis and a maximum of 30 seats are available in the computer lab. * ** *Thanks,* *Savitra Sirohi* *MD, Nucsoft OSS Labs* *www.osslabs.biz* ** * ************ ** ***UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE* ** *&* ** *NUCSOFT OSS Labs* <http://www.osslabs.biz/> ** ** *WORKSHOP * ** *ON* ** ** *KOHA Version 3.0* ** *on * ** *THURSDAY , 9TH & FRIDAY, 10TH APRIL 2009* ** ************* **** *VENUE* *DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE * *MANASAGANGOTHRI * *UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE * *MYSORE -570 006* ** ************ *LOCAL HOST* ** *DR.KHAISER NIKAM * *Chairperson* *khaiser.nikam(a)gmail.com* ** *(M) 098453 28672* **** ************* ** ** * **OSS Labs CONTACT* ** *MR. SAVITRA SIROHI* * * ** *savitra.sirohi(a)osslabs.biz* ** *(M) 097400 22664* ** ** ************* *COURSE FEE* ** *RS.900/-* *(without accommodation)* ** *Payment by Cash (collected during workshop)* ** *or DD* *DD Drawn in Favor of "OSS Software Solutions Labs Pvt. Ltd."* ** **** *Last date for registration * ** *31st March 2009* ** *************** ** *COURSE CONTENT* ** *Koha Introduction* ***Koha Features Review* *Participating in Koha Community Development* *Open Source Versus Commercial Packages* *Koha System Architecture* *Hardware Requirements* *Linux Installation* *Koha Installation* *System Administration* *Using Koha Modules* *Data Migration* *Zebra Search Configuration* *Multi-lingual Catalog* *RFID Integration* ** *Customizing Koha* *Troubleshooting & Support* ** * ************** * * *** * *ABOUT THE WORKSHOP* ** ** ***Software DVDs will be provided* * Electronic training material will be provided* *Hands on Installation & Configuration Training* * ****Instructors with Experience in Several Live Koha implementations including:* *Delhi Public Library, Delhi* *DC Everest School District, USA* *Tailor Bird Commercial Library, Bangalore* *and more..* ** * ************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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request for articles
by saravanan 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Dear All, If any one have these articles in hardcopy or Softcopy please send mr. It is very urgently needed for our Ecology researcher: 1) Ingle S. R. (1973). Syzygioxylon-mandlaense new genus new species a fossil dicotyledonous wood from Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India. Botanique (Nagpur) 4, 71-77. 2) Patil G.V. and R.B. Singh. (1974). An infected stem from the Deccan intertrappean beds of mohgaon kalan. Botanique (Nagpur) 5, 141-145. With regards, Mr. G. Saravanan Librarian French Institute of Pondicherry 11, Saint Louis Street, P.B. 33 PONDICHERRY - 605 001 South India, INDIA Ph: 0091 - 413 - 2334168 Extn. 126/139 Fax: 0091 - 413 2339534 Mail : saravanan.g(a)ifpindia.org Web : www.ifpindia.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop
by Ravindra Rajan S N 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

*Dear Professionals,* University of Mysore. Dept. of Library and Information Science conducting "National Workshop on New GenLib Open Source-Integrated Library System (OS-LIS)" On 24 -26 March 2009. Interested candidates may contact Department Chairperson OR *khai* ser.nikam(a)gmail.com <iser.nikam(a)gmail.com> and make use of this workshop in our profession. S.N. Ravindra Rajan Librarian M.S.Ramaiah College of Law New BEL Road M.S.R.Nagar, M.S.R.I.T (Post) Banagalore-560 054 99005 38709 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sub: For valuable suggestions, information, documents and advise from senior professionals, teachers. Police makers and colleagues of Library professionals.
by Durga M. 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

All Respected members, Good morning to all. I am expecting your valuable suggestions, information, documents and advise on the following matters. I am working in the central library of NERIST as Assistant Librarian. NERIST was established in the year 1984 as an engineering Institute to pursue modular courses in engineering, initially under NEC, MHRD, Govt. of India. At that period scale of for the post of Assistant librarian was Rs.1640-2900 in the 4th pay commission. In 5th pay commission the scale of pay was fixed at Rs.5500 – 9000. In 6th pay commission the scale of pay was fixed at Rs.11000. and in the pay band tow. Previously the Institute was under AICTE and for the pay scale under Govt. of India pay structure, rules and regulation for all teaching and non teaching members. The post of Assistant Librarian is treated as non-teaching non-vacational staff by the institute. In the year 2005 the institute was declared Deemed University. Accordingly pay scale of faculties is given as per UGC pay scale structure. But for the post of assistant librarian it is not consider. As per UGC and AICTE the Post of Assistant librarian is categorized under teaching staff and the pay structure is under the Pay Band of Rs.15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.8000 initially, which was in the pay scale Grade: Rs. 8000-13500 of 5th pay commission. *Here my question is:* When the institute becomes accredited as Deemed University under UGC, the post of Assistant Librarian should have been upgraded from the previous scale of pay and grade pay to present UGC pay structure. I would like to request all senior professionals, teachers. Police makers and colleagues to provide their valuable suggestions, advice and information (both in soft copy/ hard copy) on this matter. D.M.Sahu Assistant Libraian Central Library, NERIST, Nirjuli - 791109. Arunachal Pradesh. dmsahu(a)gmail.com Ph: 03602258032( Home) Ph: 23602257401-09 ext. 6367 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Bangalore writers invited for London book fair
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Bangalore writers invited for London book fair The British Council and The London Book Fair is organizing the India Focus Seminar Programme (2009) on April 20. More than 45 leading Indian writers, translators, reviewers, critics will attend the program. Over 15 Indian languages will be represented in 40 events. Nobel laureate Amartya Sen will give the keynote speech entitled 'India in the modern world' at the Chairman's Breakfast on April 20. Vikram Seth will be the 'Author of the Day' on April 21. The writers include Javed Akhtar, Amit Chaudhuri, Namdeo Dhasal, Ramachandra Guha, Jaishree Misra, Daljit Nagra, Anita Nair, Bhalchandra Nemade, Nandan Nilekani, K Satchidanandan, Shankar, Vikram Seth and Pavan K Varma. They will attend additional events in London and other parts of Britain. Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Bangalore/Blore-writers-invited-for-Lond… Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0 - Very Expencive for College librararies
by ravindra kale 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Respected Moderator, Kindly published this massage. Dear Library Professionals, Today, INFLIBNET has launched new Version of Soul 2.0. The Terms and Condition and price are available on the following link. http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/soul/SOUL2rates.pdf The Price is too expensive. INFLIBNET have introduced - AMC- Annual Maintenance Charges. As UGC Funded Institution like INFLIBNET Should rethinks about the Price structure. Specially In Limited Version / College version they should provide the Software between the price 15,000 To 20,000 Rupees and 1 lake records and AMC –Should be maintain between 3,000 to 5,000 Thousand Rupees. This is my humble request and suggestion To Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad. This is what I feels share with you. Kindly gives your suggestions. Ravindra Suryakant Kale Librarian Narmada College of Management MBA Programme, Shukla Tirth Road Zadeshwer – 392 011 Bharuch Gujarat Email : kale_ravi(a)yahoo.com Phone : 9427159186 Dated : 05/03/2009 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NSHM Journal of Management Research and Applications
by Nihar Patra 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Dear Friends, The Business Research and Information Cell at NSHM Business School, Kolkata is happy to announce the launch of the "NSHM Journal of Management Research and Applications" . May I request to my working business school professionals for download the attached file and put it on your main notice board. With regards, Nihar K Patra Head – Library Science (Assistant Professor) NSHM Knowledge Campus Kolkata - 53 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Alagappa University - National Seminar
by Vasanthakumar N 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Two Days National Seminar on "Digital resources and their applications in higher education" 11th & 12th March, 2009, 10am to 5 pm Department of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi. Venue: University Convocation Seminar Hall Resource Persons: Experienced faculty members from reputed institutions. Who can participate? : Library and Information Science professionals, Research Scholars and Students. Registration Fee Professional: Rs. 200, Students: Rs.100/- (Fee Includes course kit, lunch, tea and snacks) Accommodation The participants are requested to make their own arrangement for accommodation. More Details: Organising Secretary, Dr. K. Chinnasamy, Head & Chairperson Dept. of Library and Information Science, School of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi. Mobile:09443443816 Phone:04565-225203 Fax:04565-225202 E-Mail: drkchinna(a)yahoo.co.in -- N. Vasanthakumar, Assistant Librarian TSM, Madurai, 9486026488 nvasanth74(a)gmail.com vasanthakumarn(a)tsm.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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B.IT MESRA RANCHI CHANGE TO INTERVIEW DATE
by Balram Verma 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

hi i am inform all of u that BIT interview date change , direct interview with original document and one set of photo copy attested document. no need to apply by post or by e- mail. inteview date is 6 th april 2009 at 10:00am Thanks BALRAM VERMA M.Sc.,M.L.I.Sc <http://m.l.i.sc/>.,D.C.A. B.I.T.MESRA RANCHI -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CSIR Conference on Open Access to Science Publications; IHC, New Delhi; 24 March 2009
by Puna Das 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Conference on Open Access to Science Publications: Policy perspective, Opportunities and Challenges Organized by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Date: 24th March 2009 Venue: India Habitat Centre, New Delhi Open Access to the scientific literature means the removal of barriers, including price and legal barriers, from accessing scholarly work. With the advent of Internet, widespread and easy access to scientific information is facilitating research and innovation, so crucial in today‘s knowledge based society. Open Access is not only changing the nature of scholarly communication but even that of scientific work. To take stock of the current developments as regards Open Access and to highlight some of the issues that would need to be addressed to enable a wider access to scientific information, the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is organizing a Conference on Open Access to Science Publications : Policy perspective, Opportunities and Challenges, on 24th March, 2009 at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The Conference will have sessions focused on: * Open Source & changing research * Research Impact thru Open Access * Open Access around the world * The Economics of Open Access Prof. Samir K. Brahmachari, DGCSIR, Prof. John Willinsky, Stanford University, Dr Leslie Chan, University of Toronto, Prof. S. Arunachalam, CIS, Bangalore and other experts will be key speakers at the conference. The conference would cover the emerging global trends in Open Access and focus on what needs to be done in India. The conference would be of interest to scientists, social scientists, policy makers, funding agencies, heads and senior managers of academic and research institutions, editors of research journals, etc. The non-residential fee per delegate is Rs. 1,500/-. The fee is to be remitted in advance by a Demand Draft drawn in favour of 'Council of Scientific & Industrial Research', payable at New Delhi. Registration form is available at: http://www.csir.res.in/External/Heads/aboutcsir/announcements/OA.pdf Contact: Dr. Naresh Kumar Head, R&D Planning Division Council of Scientific & Industrial Research 2 Rafi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001 Fax: 011-23710340, 23713011 Phone: 011-23710453, 23713011 Email: headrdpd[at]csir.res.in ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with friends all over the world. Get Yahoo! India Messenger at http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/?wm=n/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ODLIS: Online Dictionary for Library and Information Science
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Dear Friends, ODLIS: Online Dictionary for Library and Information Science ODLIS http://lu.com/odlis/odlis_t.cfm is is a hypertext reference resource for library and information science professionals, university students and faculty, and users of all types of libraries. The primary criterion for including a term is whether a librarian or other information professional might reasonably be expected to know its meaning in the course of his or her work. A newly coined term is added when, in the author's judgment, it is likely to become a permanent addition to the lexicon of library and information science. The dictionary reflects North American practice; however, because ODLIS was first developed as an online resource available worldwide, with an e-mail contact address for feedback, users from many countries have contributed to its growth, often suggesting additional terms and commenting on existing definitions. Expansion of ODLIS is updating contineously. And also it is available in both print and online. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Good experiences in CALIBER 2009
by Narenthiran 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Dear Moderator, Kindly put this message in LIS-FORUM Dear Library Professionals, I would like to share my good experiences in recently concluded 7th International CALIBER 2009. It was very well planned and organized by Dr. Samyukta, Organizing Secretary. From the day of Tutorial taken by Dr. SreeKumar to the last paper session was very valuable and useful to all the participants. It was the first international conference conducted in the Union Territory region of Pondicherry. My humble thanks to Prof. Amudhavalli, who was the course director handle all the sessions well planned and given enough timing for all types of interactions. Finally Dr. Koteswara Rao who has taken all the sessions’ rapporteur responsibility presented nicely at the end. Finally I would like to thanks Dr. Jagadish Arora to come forward to conduct CALIBER 2009 in Pondicherry. Thanking you Yours Sincerely, R. Narenthiran Librarian -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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calll for articles
by lata＠iihmr.org 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Excuse for any cross postings:- The Routledge/Taylor & Francis peer-reviewed journal Resource Sharing & Information Networks is now accepting articles for Fall 2009 publication. Of particular interest are articles regarding interlibrary loan, unmediated borrowing, cooperative collection development, shared virtual library services, digitization projects and other multi-library collaborative efforts including the following topics: Administration and Leadership of Networks, Cooperatives, and Consortia Resource Sharing Electronic Resource Management Systems Training and Continuing Education New Academic/Industry Roles & Economics Cooperative Purchasing New International Roles for Consortia New Publisher Roles Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before June 24, 2009. All submitted manuscripts will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. For instructions for authors and further details on the journal and submission procedures please visit: www.informaworld.com/WRSI . Please send all submissions and questions to the editor Dr. Barbara J. Stites at bstites(a)fgcu.edu Barbara J. Stites, Ph.D. Editor, Resource Sharing & Information Networks Florida Gulf Coast University Library 10501 FGCU Boulevard South Fort Myers, FL 33965-6501 bstites(a)fgcu.edu (239) 590-7602 voice http://informaworld.com/WRSI Rebecca Donlan, MLS Associate Editor, Resource Sharing & Information Networks Florida Gulf Coast University Library 10501 FGCU Boulevard South Fort Myers, FL 33965-6501 rdonlan(a)fgcu.edu (239) 590-7641 voice ============================================== LATA SURESH Manager, Library and Documentation Centre Asst.Editor, Journal of Health Management (SAGE) Institute of Health Management Research 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Phone: +91-141-3924700-730 ext. 328 Fax : +91-141-2792138 URL : http://www.iihmr.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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call for papers
by lata＠iihmr.org 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Call for Papers The Journal of Library Innovation is seeking submissions for publication for its inaugural issue in January 2010. The Journal of Library Innovation, one of the first journals devoted explicitly to innovation and creativity in libraries, is a peer reviewed, electronic journal published by the Western New York Library Resources Council. Its mission is to disseminate research and information on innovative practice in libraries of all types. Innovation in libraries can include, but is not limited to the following: The discovery of unmet user needs. The introduction of new services or the retooling of traditional services resulting in a better user experience. Creative collaboration between libraries, or between libraries and other types of institutions, resulting in demonstrable improvements in service to users. Implementing new technologies to improve and extend library service to meet user needs. Explorations of the future of libraries. Pilot testing unconventional ideas and services. Redefining the roles of library staff to better serve users. Developing processes that encourage organizational innovation. Reaching out to and engaging library users and non-users in new and creative ways. Creative library instruction and patron programming. Finding new ways to make library collections or library facilities more useful. The Journal of Library Innovation publishes original research, literature reviews, commentaries, case studies, reports on innovative practices, and book, conference and product reviews. The journal also welcomes provocative essays that will stimulate thought on the current and future role of libraries in an Internet Age. For more information and submission guidelines visit http://www.libraryinnovation.org or contact Pamela Jones, the Managing Editor, at pjones(a)medaille.edu. Suzanne Colligan (Copy Editor for this publication) Reference Librarian/Technology Training Coordinator Humanities and Social Sciences Dept. Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Central 1 Lafayette Sq. Buffalo, NY 14203 (716) 858-7108, (716) 858-7384 colligans(a)buffalolib.org ======================================= LATA SURESH Manager, Library and Documentation Centre Asst.Editor, Journal of Health Management (SAGE) Institute of Health Management Research 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Phone: +91-141-3924700-730 ext. 328 Fax : +91-141-2792138 URL : http://www.iihmr.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Want to Install open source software Koha ? No training needed...
by Ajay Kamble 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

Dear all, Check this single link where all the links to the softwares relating *KOHA for windows* are being given. http://www.koha.rwjr.com/ and for installation guidelines, a very simple and easy presentation which is designed by our colleague professional Mr. Ashok Kumar Satapathy, Asst. Librarian, IMIS, Bhubneswar is available at http://www.slideshare.net/Ashoksatapathy/lets-play-with-koha I am thankful to him and wish him success for future... Though We have SOUL at our library, I just tried to install KOHA and installed it successfully. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Required Project Fellow
by pgtadasad＠indiatimes.com 04 Mar '09

04 Mar '09

KARNATAKA STATE WOMEN’S UNIVERSITY, BIJAPUR No. KSWUB/Lib Sc/UGCMRP/2008-09/ Date: 28. 2. 2009 NOTIFICATION Applications are invited for the post of “Project Fellow” under the project “Information Support to economically weaker group of women in Karnataka state” in the Department of Library and Information Science, Karnataka State Women’s University, Bijapur. The tenure of the project is for two years (Full time), with a consolidated pay of Rs: 8000/- PM and HRA as per the rules of the University, They shall not receive any other emoluments other than this during the tenure of appointment. The applicant with less than 40 years of age with second class Master of Library and Information Science degree with a minimum of 55% (50% in case of SC/ST/PH) or M Phil in the subject concerned or a related subject. The desirous candidates may send their bio-data along with all marks cards (Photocopies attested), caste certificates if any (latest and attested) and other relevant documents to Dr P G Tadasad Reader and Chairman and Principal Investigator of the project, Department of Library and Information Science, Toravi Campus, Karnataka State Women’s University, Bijapur 586109. (Moble: 09448180973) The Detailed applications should reach the Principal Investigator on or before 15th of March 2009. Dr P G Tadasad Principal Investigator of the Project -- Check out the Mahindra Xylo inside out with reviews, pictures, video and more.Exclusively on ZigWheels.com http://www.zigwheels.com/b2cam/mahindra-xylo.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Most Immediate - 1st Reminder: 6th Endowment Lecture on Digital Libraries, 6/3/09, Univ. Mysore and 89th Convocation, Univ. Mysore 7/3/09.
by Ramachandran Guruprasad 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

To all the Library Professionals across the Country and former Alumni of the Department of Studies, Library and Information Science, University of Mysore. University of Mysore, Department of Library and Information Science jointly with M./s Informatics Ltd., are organizing the 6^th Endowment Lecture Series on Digital Libraries Dr Khaiser Nikam, Chairperson, Dept. of Studies, Library and Information Science and Sri B J Hosmat, Registrar would be the overall controlling officers of the function. *About The Event…* * *Date and Time: 6^th March 2009, 3.30 P.M. Venue: Rani Bahadur Auditorium, Bahadur Institute of Management Sciences, Manasagangothri, Mysore – 570 006. The most interesting item of this year’s program is an invited talk by Mr Chintan Mehta, Director, India Incubation “Cellar” Yahoo India, Research and Development, Bangalore who would be delivering his lecture on “Managing Web Innovations”. Prof. K Chidananda Gowda, Former Vice-Chancellor, Kuvempu University has kindly agreed to preside over the function. Cultural programme by Smt. Sheea Sridhar and Group follows after the lecture. *Uniqueness of this Year’s Event…* This year’s Endowment Lecture (6-3-09) is unique and would be concluding with a pleasant note, as 7 March 2009 happens to the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University. The meritorious students would be receiving their gold medals and scroll of honour from none other than Shri. Rameshwar Thakur, the Hon’ble Governor of Karnataka. Sharing the dais with the Hon’ble Governor would be Prof. V G Talwar, the present Vice Chancellor of the Mysore University to personally felicitate all the degree awardees. Hence, kindly consider this as my personal invitation to all the present and old students of the DOS, LIS and all my professional LIS elsewhere in the country to attend this endowment lecture in large numbers, to be followed by the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University, the next day. Your participation in large numbers would make these two events a grand success. * For further details, kindly contact:* Dr.(Mrs) Khaiser Nikam MLISc, PhD & MBA Chairperson/Reader Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore Mysore-570 006 Karnataka INDIA Cell:98453 28672 91-821-2415202(R) 2419399(O) ======================== Information Posted by R Guruprasad, Scientist, NAL, Bangalore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Birla Institute of Technology requires library professionals
by Vijayakumara 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear All, Prospective candidates are invited for walk-in-interview on 6th April 2009 at 10.00 AM at Central Library for the following posts 1. Assistant Librarian - 3 Posts : (Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200) 2. Information Scientist - 1 Post : (Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200) 3. Library and Inf. Assistant - 2 Post : (Scale of Pay: Rs. 5500-175-9000) 4. Library Trainees - 5 Trainees : (Consolidated Pay: Rs. 5000) 5. Library Attendant - 10 Posts : Consolidated Pay: Rs. 4000) For more details click the URL http://bitmesra.ac.in/default.asp Good luck for Prospective candidates Vijayakumar -- Dr. Vijayakumar M. MSc., UGC-NET., PGDLAN., PGDCA., Ph.D. University Librarian I/C. Birla Institute of Technology, A Technical University Mesra, Ranchi- 835215, India Tel:0651-2276675 Fax:0651-2275401 http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy in IIIT, Allahabad
by mukesh jha 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Indian Institute Of Inforamtion Technology, Allahabad Invited for the post of 1. Deputy Librarian: 1 post (UR) Scale:12000-18300 2.Library-Information -Assistant: 2 post (UR) Scale:5500-9000 3.Technical Assistant 10 post(7UR, 2OBC,1SC)5000-8000 The details of the Qualifications, Reservations as per Govt. of India rules, Format of Application and other terms and conditions are avilable at Institute *Website: **www.iiita.ac.in* <http://www.iiita.ac.in/>. The Application be submitted on prescribed Format along with the Demand Draft of *Rs.300(Rs.150 for SC/ST/OBC)* in Favour of " *I.I.I.T., Allahabad" payable at Allahabad *for each post sepatately to the undersigned by March 27, 2009.Incomplete application will not be entertained. *Source*:Hindustan 3rd March on Bottom of No.7 page With Regards Mukesh Kumar Jha MLISc, BHU 2006-08 Library Trainee BHU (Central Library) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Francis - PhD Open Defence Seminar at Cochin University
by Aloor Thomas Francis 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear friends, This is to inform that Open Defence Seminar in respect of my PhD Research is scheduled to be held at 11.00 am on 10-03-2009 (Tuesday) in the Department of Computer Applications, Cochin University of Science and Technology. The topic for research is, “Re-engineering and Re-defining University Libraries in the context of modern Information and Communication Technologies”. All students, professionals and teachers in library, computer and management sciences, especially those from Kerala and adjoining regions of Kerala, are invited to the programme. Please convey this invitation to your friends. Yours faithfully, A.T. FRANCIS HEAD, LIBRARY COLLEGE OF HORTICULTURE KERALA AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY THRISSUR - 680 656, INDIA francisaloor(a)yahoo.com francisaloor@gmailcom 09496839409 (m) 0487-2375816 Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Flexible, Bouncy Electronic Books in Market soon
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Flexible, Bouncy Electronic Books in Market soon Plastic logic, a display technology Company, Cambridge, UK announced recently that it will launch first flexible electronic book. In this e-book screen breakage is the number one complaint with today's e-reader technology. The device will have wireless internet connection and a touch screen, allowing use of a virtual keyboard for annotating text. This e-book contains printing polymer transistors onto a layer of bendy plastic. The two most popular e-books on the market today are Sony reader and Amazon Kindle. Source: www.newscientist.com/section.tech, New Scientist, Vo. 201(2696) p. 19 Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kindly suggest a theme for the IATLIS National Conference 2009:
by Jagtar Singh 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear all, Kindly spare your valuable time to suggest us the theme for the IATLIS National Conference 2009 to be held during 2009. We shall wait for your valuable suggestions for two weeks before finalizing the theme of the conference. We are also in the process of publishing the Dec-Jan Issue of the IATLIS Communications. Please mail us the news items of professional interest to be included in this issue. -- Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) Department of Library and Information Science, Arts Block - 1, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6462 & 304 6179 (Work) +91 (0)175 228 2727 (Home) Fax: +91 (0)175 228 3073 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IInd Reminder: NWNG2009: National Workshop, DOS, LIS, Mysore: 26-29 March 2009
by Ramachandran Guruprasad 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Dear LIS-Forum Friends, Colleagues and Professional Library and Information Science Scholars in India and Abroad. NWNG2009: National Workshop on NewGenLib Open Source- Integrated Library System (OS-ILS): 26 – 29 March 2009 http://nwng2009.synthasite.com/ As you are kindly aware that the University of Mysore established in the year 1816 has been immensely responsible for the spread of higher education ever since the days of the erstwhile Mysore State. Being accredited as one the best Universities by the NAAC recently, it has also been bestowed with a special grant by the Ministry of Human Resources Development to lift the quality of higher education to even greater heights of intellectual proficiency. The Department of Library and Information Science came into existence during 1965. Supported by a SAP-UGC grant, it has been successfully running MLISc, M.Phil. and Ph.D. programmes over the last 44 years. In its rich history of 45 years, the department has organized several national and international seminars and workshops. The Department of Library and Information Science in association with UGC-SAP is now planning a National Workshop on NewGenLIB Open Source Integrated Library System (OS-ILS) between 26 – 29 March 2009. The main purpose of the workshop is to impart practical training in automation, house-keeping activities to library professionals using the NewGenLib OS-ILS. The last date for registration is 15 March 2009. Avoid last minute disappointments due to late registration. For further details, log onto the following URL: http://nwng2009.synthasite.com/ For any other specific information that you may wish to know, please post your email to: khaiser.nikam(a)gmail.com <mailto:khaiser.nikam@gmail.com> Or Call: Dr.(Mrs) Khaiser Nikam MLISc,PhD & MBA Chairperson/Reader Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore Mysore-570 006 Karnataka INDIA Cell:98453 28672 Cell:9342593105 91-821-241520299(R) 2419399(O) ===================================== Information Posted by R Guruprasad, Ph.D. Research Scholar, University of Mysore And Scientist, KTMD, National Aerospace Laboratories, Bangalore. ===================== -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inauguration of the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Library, Bangalore
by Kulkarni, Sheshagiri 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Greetings from the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, Bangalore! We take great pleasure in inviting you to the Inauguration of the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Library in Bangalore. Event: Inauguration of the Library in Bangalore. Chief Guests: Mr. Friedrich Rahn, Deputy Consul General Consulate of the Federal Republic of Germany, Bangalore Prof. Siraj Hasan, Director, Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore and President, Karnataka Chapter of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Date: Friday March 6, 2009 Time: 6.30 p.m. Venue: Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, 716 CMH Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Bangalore 560 038 Programme: Welcome speech by Dr. Evelin Hust, Director Introduction to the Library by Mr. Sheshagiri Kulkarni, Librarian Keynote Address by Mr. Friedrich Rahn Inaugural Address by Prof. Siraj Hasan Presentation by students of the Bhavan Choreographed animation of the Library space by the Stem Dance Kampni Ceremonial Inauguration of the Library Reception About us: The Goethe Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, an important landmark on the thriving cultural map of Bangalore, is dedicated to fostering intercultural cooperation between India and the Federal Republic of Germany. This is accomplished through German language courses and activities, cultural programmes and the Library services. The Library at the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan is a vibrant centre of activity not only for language students but also for all those associated with or interested in Germany and German culture. With its thematically diverse collection of more than 4000 print and audio-visual media, the Library is a treasure trove of information on contemporary Germany. Housed in a bright, cheerful environment that invites reading, learning and cultural interactions. Ideal for students, teachers, translators, people visiting Germany, lovers of art and culture. We also offer various information services such as web-based quarterly newsletters, literary events and Topics and Trends, a regular update on a specific topic from the German cultural scene, supported by specially procured media. We look forward to welcoming you at the Bhavan on March 6th, 2009. Best regards, Sheshagiri Kulkarni Librarian Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan 716 CMH Road Indiranagar 1st Stage Bangalore 560 038 Ph: +91 80 2520 5305/06/07/08-203 Fax: +91 80 2520 5309 kulkarni(a)bangalore.goethe.org www.goethe.de/bangalore www.goethe.de/india -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Intellectual Property Law Blog This weblog http://www.intellectualpropertylawblog.com/ may be very useful for up-to-date information on intellectual property law. Some of important topies covered are Copyrights, digital media, First Amendment, IP and technology transactions, Patents, Trade secrets etc. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy In BIT Meshra
by mukesh jha 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

WALK-IN INTERVIEW Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra 835 215, Ranchi Prospective candidates are invited for walk-in-interview on 30th March 2009 at 10.00 AM at Central Library for the following posts. *1.Assistant Librarian (3 Posts) *(Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200) Essential Qualification & Experience 1. Master degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. At least six years exposure to Digital / Automated Library 3. Evidence of innovation library services and published work Desirable 1. UGC-NET or State-NET or MPhil or PhD 2. PD Diploma in Computer applications/ Library automation and Networking 3. Certificate course in Hardware & Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *2.Information Scientist (1 Post)* (Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200)Essential Qualification & Experience 1. Master/Bachelor degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. Master/ Bachelor/ Diploma Degree in Computer science/applications 3. At least three years work experience in Digital / Automated Library with Networking and Linux/Unix environment Desirable 1. Exposure to any corporate library software companies 2. Certification course on Hardware, Software and Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *3.Library and Inf. Assistant (2 Post)* Scale of Pay: Rs. 5500-175-9000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. Master degree in Library Science / Information Science Documentation 2. At least three years exposure to Digital / Automated Library Desirable 1. PD Diploma in Computer applications/ Library automation and Networking 2. Knowledge on Hardware, Software Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *4.Library Attendant (10 Post)* Consolidated Pay: Rs. 4000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. BLISc or Diploma Course in Library Science 2. Knowledge on Computer applications 3. At least one year experience in any library *5.Library Trainees (5 Trainees)* Consolidated Pay: Rs. 5000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. Master degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. Knowledge on Computer applications Candidates are requested to bring all original marks sheets, experience certificate along with one set of photocopy at the time of interview. For further details contact the Registrar. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview. Date: 12th February 2009 Registrar Mukesh Kumar Jha Library Trainee BHU (central Library) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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6th Endowment Lecture Series on Digital Libraries, DOS, LIS, Univ. Mysore, 6/3/09. 3.30 p.m.
by Ramachandran Guruprasad 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

To all the Library Professionals across the Country and former Alumni of the Department of Studies, Library and Information Science, University of Mysore. ======================================= University of Mysore, Department of Library and Information Science jointly with M./s Informatics Ltd., are organizing the 6^th Endowment Lecture Series on Digital Libraries Dr Khaiser Nikam, Chairperson, Dept. of Studies, Library and Information Science and Sri B J Hosmat, Registrar would be the overall controlling officers of the function. * About The Event…* Date and Time: 6^th March 2009, 3.30 P.M. Venue: Rani Bahadur Auditorium, Bahadur Institute of Management Sciences, Manasagangothri, Mysore – 570 006. The most interesting item of this year’s program is an invited talk by Mr Chintan Mehta, Director, India Incubation “Cellar” Yahoo India, Research and Development, Bangalore who would be delivering his lecture on “Managing Web Innovations”. Prof. K Chidananda Gowda, Former Vice-Chancellor, Kuvempu University has kindly agreed to preside over the function. Cultural programme by Smt. Sheea Sridhar and Group follows after the lecture. * Uniqueness of this Year’s Event…* This year’s Endowment Lecture (6-3-09) is unique and would be concluding with a pleasant note, as 7 March 2009 happens to the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University. The meritorious students would be receiving their gold medals and scroll of honour from none other than the Hon’ble Governor of Mysore. Sharing the dais with the Hon’ble Governor would be Prof. V G Talwar, the present Vice Chancellor of the Mysore University to personally felicitate all the degree awardees. Hence, kindly consider this as my personal invitation to all the present and old students of the DOS, LIS and all my professional LIS elsewhere in the country to attend this endowment lecture in large numbers, to be followed by the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University, the next day and make the two respective functions a grand success. For further details, kindly contact: Dr.(Mrs) Khaiser Nikam MLISc, PhD & MBA Chairperson/Reader Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore Mysore-570 006 Karnataka INDIA Cell:98453 28672 91-821-2415202(R) 2419399(O) ========================== Posted by R Guruprasad, Scientist, NAL to appear in LIS-Forum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Exploring a ~Deep Web~ That Google Can~Rt Grasp !
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:26:00 +0530 From: shweta <pandey.shweta7(a)gmail.com> Dear All Season Greetiings!! I found this intersting article hope you all like it. Beyond those trillion pages lies an even vaster Web of hidden data: financial information, shopping catalogs, flight schedules, medical research and all kinds of other material stored in databases that remain largely invisible to search engines. Now a new breed of technologies is taking shape that will extend the reach of search engines into the Web�s hidden corners. When that happens, it will do more than just improve the quality of search results � it may ultimately reshape the way many companies do business online. For more information you can visit the following link. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/23/technology/internet/23search.html?_r=1&re… Best Regards, Shweta "Attitude is a small thing that makes big difference...!"

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Workshop on Skills Development for Contemporary LIS Professionals
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:46:57 -0800 (PST) From: Arunachalam Hariharan <hariharan_ah(a)yahoo.com> Workshop on � Skills Development for Contemporary LIS Professionals � Date: 07 March 2009 � Organized by � Library and Information Centre K.S.Rangasamy College of Arts and Science KSR Kalvi Nagar, Tiruchengode - 637 215 � Programme Schedule 09.30 am��-�Registration 10.00 am -10.45 am�-�Inauguration 10.45 am-11.00 am�-�Tea 11.00 am-12.15 pm�-�Session I 12.15 pm-01.30 pm�-�Session II 01.30 pm-02.15 pm�-�Lunch 02.15 pm-03.15 pm�-�Session III 03.15 pm-03.30 pm�-�Tea 03.30 pm-04.30 pm�-�Session IV 04.30 pm - 05.00 pm�-�Valediction 05.00 pm�� -�� Inauguration of SALIS Local Chapter About the Workshop � The workshop is intended to discuss the various aspects of skills development which are necessarily required for the contemporary Library and Information Science professionals. � Areas Covered *�Managerial Skills Development *�IT Skills Development *�Soft Skills Development Target Audience � � Resource Persons � President - SALIS, Chennai. Dr. S. Muralidhar Scientist 'E', Head - TIRC, CVRDE, Chennai. Dr. J. Domnic Associate Chief Librarian, Karunya University Coimbatore. Mr. R. Lokanatha Gupta Director, Vasavi Academy of Excellence Coimbatore. Working Library'and Information Science professionals in all kinds of Libraries and other interested professionals. � Registration Fee � Professionals�Rs. 150/- Students/Scholars�Rs. 100/- Registration fee includes working lunch, refreshment and workshop kit. Payment � DD should be drawn in favour of 'Principal, K.S.R. College of Arts and Science' payable at Thiruchengode. It should be sent to the Co-ordinator on or before 05/03/2009. Contact us at � For further details contact: Lt. S. MANIKANDAN (Librarian cum NCC Officer) Workshop Co-ordinator K.S.Rangasamy�� College of Arts and Science Tiruchengode - 637 215 Mobile:� 99420-20895 E-mail: ksrcaslib(a)gmail.com Office�: 04288 - 274741 (4 lines) Extn.: 611/612 Mobile�: 99420 - 20895 (Mr. S. Manikandan) 98436 - 20382 (Mr. S. Kumar) 90472 - 44545 (Mr. A. Velayutham)

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Weblog at Bharathidasan University Library
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2009 12:57:25 +0530 (IST) From: suruli nathi <surulinathi_iisc(a)yahoo.com> Dear ProfessionalsWe dont have any web server in our Library but we are Marketing our products and services using weblog.http://librarybdu.blogspot.com/� with regards, M. surulinathi Assistant Librarian cum Lecturer Bharathidasan university�

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Free Access to SAGE Reference Online
by Indira 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Dear Professionals, SAGE Reference Online provides access to more than 80 authoritative, award-winning, and interdisciplinary encyclopedias in the social sciences. REGISTER NOW <http://sagepub.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d378f8051379af132c6d96650&id=c 6c6f09f1c&e=E5bQ8jQTdQ> for 30 days of free online access to the SAGE Reference Online Platform.* Register at: http://secured.sagepub.com/reftrial_librarians_us.htm *This offer expires March 31, 2009 Regards, Indira <http://sagepub.list-manage.com/track/open.php?u=d378f8051379af132c6d96650&i d=92f43eff6d&e=E5bQ8jQTdQ> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Survey of Library Automation systems in India
by Jai Haravu 01 Mar '09

01 Mar '09

Dear Members of Lis-Forum The Trust, Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM) in association with Information Professional, a web site for professionals is conducting a brief emailed-survey of library automation in India. The survey instrument was already emailed to a number of professionals but the response so far has been poor. By this request, I would be grateful for librarians who have implemented one or other library software including software from overseas to please download the survey questionnaire from: www.kiikm.org/Survey_of_Indian_ILS.doc The filled-in form may kindly be returned to me as email attachment to haravu(a)newgenlib.com. Thank you for your cooperation. Haravu Trustee, Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Content Management System - Why Joomla?
by DP Tripathi 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

*Content Management System - Why Joomla?* Now a days, there is a common question that which content management system is better viz. Joomla or Drupal or other CMS?. In my opinion, If you are a developer and comfortable with php, fixing bugs and plugins, Drupal will be the best option over other CMS. But, if you don't want to touch the developing part, Joomla can be a best option. Both will meet your basic needs. However, I have found Joomla very easy and comfortable for developing a quick website. Here are some features of Joomla. 1. Installation is very simple. It can be installed easily on Windows as well as on Linux. 2. If you are not technically sound, it is good to start with Joomla. 3. Working with joomla is very easy. 4. It supports PHP, MySQL and Apache 5. It supports multimedia 6. It has a wide selection of free extension. Once it is installed, it can be assigned to different pages. 7. Administration is very easy. 8. There is facility to log in to the site and edit the site directly in browser. 9. Provision for more than one person to be able to edit the site 10. There are lot of open source components that can be plugged in to the site. For ex. RSS Syndication, RSS Import, News Letter etc. -- ************************** D.P.Tripathi SLIA PK Kelkar Library IIT Kanpur ************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Offline Koha installation without using CPAN,
by Anand Sharma 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

Dear List Members, We have successfully done offline Koha installation without using CPAN, on Debian. This method is useful where no internet connection is available. You can find installation document here. http://www.kohaindia.org/debian-lenny/index.html This method is also tested for Koha 3.00.01. I would like to thank my company's library automation team (Koha Division). These guys helped me to understand basic working of Koha, which encouraged me to find hassel free and seamless method of Koha installation on Debian without using CPAN. Any one who wish to perform this installation and unable to download due to bandwidth restriction can write to us, we will send the DVD's with all required software and packages. online support is available through www.kohaindia.org mailing list subscription. http://lists.kohaindia.org/listinfo.cgi/koha-kohaindia.org -- Anand Sharma RDG Library Services, Mumbai, India. 091-9870339028,091-9220579647 ----------------------------------------------------- Free Software is a matter of freedom, not cost. It is a matter of liberty, not price. http://fsf.org | http://gnu.org ----------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Semantic Search Engine
by Shriram Pandey 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

Hello List Members “Semantic” is a word with a magic ring to it in search engine circles. The way it’s hyped makes you suspect it is the second coming of search. Now the time has come for the semantic search engines. semantic search engines use all the elements in use today plus Latent semantic Indexing.Latent semantic Indexing is a well-defined mathematical method, which uses pure mathematics to create the semantic cohesion between documents and collections of documents. Some of the semantic search engines are: 1.Hakia http://www.hakia.com/ 2.SenseBot http://www.sensebot.net/ 3.Powerset http://www.powerset.com/ 4.DeepDyve http://www.deepdyve.com/ 5.Cognition http://www.cognition.com/ --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by Kshema Prakash 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

Can someone kindly spare me a softcopy of the following article? Kranz, E. and Kumlehn, J. 1999. Angiosperm fertilisation, embryo and endosperm development in vitro. Plant Science. Vol. 142(2). Pp. 183-197. Thanks and regards, Kshema Mrs. Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Two poems written by Barack Obama
by jasim s 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

Two poems written by present American president when he was 19 can be accessed from Loc site.Inform the matter to your literature users.The link is http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/prespoetry/bo.html jasim.s Thrissur -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Cost of training in open source software
by Jai Haravu 28 Feb '09

28 Feb '09

Dear All I would like to add our experience of conducting several training programmes on NewGenLib, another open source library management software. These workshops have to be sponsored by one or other organization who have to pay for the cost of meals and refreshment and in some cases free (or subsidised) cost for accomodation, transportation, fees for guest faculty. In some cases our sponsors have donated to the support of NewGenLib so that it can continue to improve and meet new needs. The charges per participant has been in the region of Rs. 2500 to 3000 which just about covers costs and is not exhorbitant by any means. The Open Source movement can only succeed when it is community-driven and community-supported. Institutions should be willing to pay reasonable fees for ongoing support. Open Source does not mean FREE, it is really about freedom. A good example of how libraries in the US and Australia have provided support to Koha and Evergreen is worth mentioning. In fact, Koha support is now provided by commercial firms in US and even in India. I would also like to point out that, not only in the library field but also in open source products such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Apache, Linux distributions, etc., community support is vital to their success. I believe that librarians in India should actively champion the cause of open source solutions by offering their moral and technical support to endeavours such as Koha and NewGenLib. Managements of Instns., should be told of the long-term cost-benefit of the movement and its benefits to society in general. Thanks L J Haravu Trustee, Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NMML Vacancy
by Charu 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Respected Friends, Greetings for the day, The Nehru Memorial Museum & Library (NMML) invites applications from eligible candidates for the following posts: - 1. *Head, Research & Publications Division *(Direct Recruitment) (1 post Unreserved): Scale of Pay -- Rs.15,600-39,100 + GP Rs. 7,600/-. Educational and other qualifications: - *Essential:* (i) Post Graduate Degree in Modern Indian History or an equivalent Degree, with specialization in Modern Indian History. *Desirable:* (i) Ph.D. Degree in Modern Indian History. (ii) Experience in editing of Research Publications. (iii) Knowledge of Computer Applications. Age limit for Direct Recruits: below 50 years 2. *Library & Information Officer *(Direct Recruitment/Deputation) (1 post Unreserved): Scale of Pay -- Rs. Rs. 15,600-39,100 + GP Rs. 7,600/- (Likely to be revised to Rs. 37,400-67,000 + GP Rs. 8,700/-). *Educational and other qualifications: -* *Direct Recruitment* *Essential:* (i) Post Graduate Degree in Social Sciences. (ii) Masters Degree in Library Science (iii) At least 10 years experience in a Research or a University library. *Desirable:* (i) Research experience in the field of Modern Indian History and familiarity with both published and unpublished source materials. (ii) Knowledge of Computer Applications. Age limit for Direct Recruits: below 50 years *On Deputation:* Officers in the pay scale attached to the Post of Deputy Library and Information Officer or above with five years regular service in the above grade. Candidates may send their applications giving full particulars, i.e., Name, Date of Birth, Qualifications, and Experience, with the necessary supporting documents to the Director, Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, Teen Murti House, New Delhi – 110 011 within one month from the date of publication of the advertisement. Upper Age limit will be relaxed in the case of departmental candidates and in the case of candidates of exceptional merit. Relaxation in the upper age limit will also be admissible to the candidates of reserved categories as per the rules. Those who are in employment may send their applications through proper channel. Appointment to any post by Direct Recruitment may be made on the recommendations of a Selection Committee from amongst: i) candidates recommended by the Employment Exchange on requisition in respect of those categories of employees of which the recruitment has to be made through the Employment Exchange, ii) from amongst the candidates applying in response to the Advertisement; iii) from amongst persons selected through personal contact; iv) from amongst candidates who have been recommended by such persons, or authorities from whom the recommendation has been called for by the Director, v) from amongst candidates employed in Government autonomous or statutory organizations, who apply in response to any circular. The Nehru Memorial Museum & Library (NMML) reserves the right to consider any candidate who may not have formally applied. Source: http://www.nehrumemorial.com/library.htm Regards, Miss Charu Mathur. Delhi. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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virtual library of medieval manuscripts
by jasim s 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

read on the matter at http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/02/090210161916.htm jasim.s Thrissur -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Report of CFTRI Institute Seminar on Open Access (OA) & IRs
by padmavathi t 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Dear Forum Members, An institute Seminar (a Weekly event) at the Central Food Technological Res. Institute (CFTRI) Mysore was given by Mr. H.Y. Mahakuteshwar Deputy Director & Head, National Info. Centre for Food Sci. & Techno. (NICFOS)/ Library & Info. Services, on 26th Feb. 2009 from 4-5.30 pm on the topic:Scholarly Communication: Will the Traditional Journal Survive the advent of Open Access Movement and Institutional Repositories?" The seminar was well attended by scientists, research scholars and students of the institute and there was a lively discussion in the form of questions and answers at the end. The PPT presentation was aided by Ms. Padma and Mr.Sanjailal the staff of NICFOS. The purpose of the seminar was to create awareness on OA & IRs amongst the staff and students of the institute. Those who would like to a get a copy of the PPT presentation may contact the undersigned at fostis(a)cftri.res.in Regards, T.Padmavathi Technical Officer NICFOS/Library CFTRI, Mysore 20 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the Post of Librarian
by Ajay Kamble 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Gurunanak College of Education and Research, Mumbai. Applications should reach the Secretary, Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Educational Complex, Shivaji Talav, Tank Road, Bhandup (W), Mumbai - 400 078 on or before 12th March, 2009. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Probation period
by Apurba Jyoti Majumder 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Dear professional, Tha Govt. of Assam is paying only Rs. 5000 per month (consolidated) for the probation period (2 years). it is applicable to all college teachers and librarians. I want to know that is there any such rule exists in others states of India.? -- Apurba Jyoti Majumder, JRF Deptt. of Library & Information Science. Arts Block, Gauhati University. Guwahati- 781014 Cell No: 09435268733, 09707626388 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Layoffs at Harvard College Library - Skidding Economy Could Claim Books, Jobs
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Layoffs at Harvard College Library (HCL) - Skidding Economy Could Claim Books, Jobs This week article of "Harvard Crimson" indicated that layoffs were likely at the Harvard College Library (HCL), along with other belt-tightening measures. HCL spokesperson Beth Brainard confirmed for the LJ Academic Newswire that the nation’s wealthiest university, in an attempt to reduce its budget for next year by some $12 million, will realign services to streamline its operations, and will likely face staff cuts this spring. The Crimson reported the talk of job cuts comes after faculty of Arts and Sciences Dean Michael D. Smith requested 10 to 15 percent reductions in department and center budgets for the fiscal year beginning in July. In addition to streamlined operations, the Crimson reported that budget cuts will also mean the elimination of print subscriptions for online materials, fewer copies of books, and “reductions in binding, shelving, and storage” of materials. “A simple solution is not in front of us,” Cline told reporters. Layoffs are the very last thing we would like to do, but there seems to be no other way to achieve the budget savings we must reach.” Brainard told the Newswire that the cut is directly associated with the staggering loss of 30 percent of Harvard’s endowment. “Half of the library’s budget is funded by the endowment,” she noted. Source: http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6640468.html Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Organizations To File Amicus Brief in Google Book Search Settlement
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Dear Friends, The American Library Association (ALA), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), and the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announced this week that they will file an amicus brief pertaining to the pending Google Book Search settlement. ARL associate executive director Prue Adler told the LJ Academic Newswire. The decision to file an amicus brief from the library community comes after significant discussion among library leaders. Perhaps, above all, it reveals the uneasy position libraries find themselves in as the Google settlement hurtles forward. Despite the potential implications for libraries and the public, the blunt instrument of an amicus brief may be the only formal voice libraries now have in the wide-ranging final settlement, one that could very well shape the future market for access to books. In a statement issued after last week’s meeting, library leaders said their concerns revolved around five broad themes: access, privacy, intellectual freedom, equitable treatment, and terms of use. Those wishing to object to the settlement face a May 5, 2009, deadline, though Adler told the Newswire* *the library community’s amicus will be filed before that date. Source: http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6640461.html?nid=2673&rid=reg_visit… Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Training Programme - SOIMA 2009: Safeguarding Sound and Image Collections, New Delhi, 17 Nov-11 Dec 2009
by Puna Das 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

Dear Sir / Madam, You will be glad to know that New Delhi will be the venue for International Training Programme SOIMA 2009 : Safeguarding Sound and Image Collections. The programme deals with care and conservation of photographs, films, audio-video cassettes, CDs and DVDs, etc. The programme will be held between 17 Nov. - 11 Dec. 2009. The details of the programme as well as application procedure is available at [http://www.iccrom.org/eng/01train_en/announce_en/2009_11SoimaIND_en.shtml] The course fee is Euro 900 but there is a strong posisbility of fee waiver or scholarship to deserving applicants. The last date for application is 20th April 2009. Since the seats are limited, please hurry. If you need any further information, I shall be happy to help you. With best regards, Prof. Kamal K. Jain Dean (Academic Affairs) & Head, Department of Conservation National Museum Institute (NMI) Janpath,New Delhi -110001 (INDIA) Tel : +91-11-2301 8295 Fax: +91-11-2301 1899 Email: kamalkjainnrlc[at]yahoo.co.in ----------------------------- International Training Course SOIMA 2009: Safeguarding sound and image collections Dates: 17 November - 11 December 2009 Place: New Delhi, with study visits to other cities in India Partners * NRLC (National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow in collaboration with other national cultural institutions in India * ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property) For Further Details and Application Form, visit: http://www.iccrom.org/eng/01train_en/announce_en/2009_11SoimaIND_en.shtml ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Check out the all-new Messenger 9.0! Go to http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Internet Resources Newsletter - March issue
by MacLeod, Roderick A 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

____________________________________________ Internet Resources Newsletter ____________________________________________ The latest edition of the FREE monthly newsletter for academics, students and researchers is now available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn170/irn170.html No subscription or registration is needed to access this full-text newsletter at the above site. You can also subscribe to the free, full-text email version at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn.html There's also an RSS feed for the newsletter: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn.rss Featured in this issue: Comment Internet Resources Newsletter by email and RSS Random Quotes News items of interest A-Z New & Notable Web Sites: About 100 new and notable websites: new services, ejournals, directories, search engines, publishers, government sites, booksellers, calls for papers, software, news services, conferences, research groups, plus anything else of interest, etc, etc. Nice Web Site(s): JURN novo|seek Blogorama Selected interesting blogs, RSS feeds and related news items Book Review Digital Consumers: reshaping the information professions, edited by D avid Nicholas and Ian Rowlands Recent Internet books in the Library Get a life! Leisure Time After hours Published by Heriot-Watt University Library, and edited by Roddy MacLeod (R.A.MacLeod(a)hw.ac.uk) Catherine Ure and Marion Kennedy Roddy MacLeod MA, DipLib, MCILIP Senior Subject Librarian Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh EH14 4AS Tel (0131) 451 3576 Fax: (0131) 451 3164 R.A.MacLeod(a)hw.ac.uk <mailto:R.A.MacLeod@hw.ac.uk> Home: http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/libram/roddy.html Blogging at: http://hwlibrary.wordpress.com/ Library workshops: http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/workshops.html Twitter: http://twitter.com/libram Heriot-Watt University is a Charity registered in Scotland, SC000278 -- Heriot-Watt University is a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC000278. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies for the post of Librarian
by Anand Dodamani 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

Dear Members, There are vacancies for the post of Librarian in the following colleges of Mumbai. 1. Librarian : Nirmal Memorial Foundation College of Education 2. Librarian : Nirmal College of Commerce 3. Librarian: Nirmal Memorial Foundation College of Commerce and Science The qualifictions and pay scales are as prescribed by the UGC and University of Mumbai. The interested candidates can apply on plain paper with full details to: The Chairman Nirmal Memorial Foundation Near Thakur Politechnic 90 Feet Road, Thakur Complex, Knadivali East, Mumbai -101 Regards, Anand Dodamani Librarian Hashu Advani College of Special Education 64/65, Collectors Colony, Chembur, MUMBAI 400 074. INDIA. Phone: (022) 25530451 Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Librarian in Gargi College, New Delhi
by Abhishek Verma 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

Dear Moderator Please Circulate this Advertise to the members of this Forum... Post Librarian in the Gargi College in Delhi, the Adv appear in the Print edition of Hindustan Times (New Delhi ed) of 22, feb, 2009 and also available on the website of college and form can be downloadable from its site........http://www.gargicollege.in/jobs.php And the Details are: Applications are invited on the prescribed form for a post of *Librarian(UR) * *in the Pay Band PB-3, Rs. 15600-39100 + Grade Pay as applicable.* *Minimum Qualification - (as per Delhi University rules)* 1. Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of “B” in the UGC 7 point scale + a consistently good academic record. 2. Qualified in the National Level Test in the relevant subject conducted by UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. Relaxation of 5% in Master’s Degree Marks to those who did it prior to 1991 or have a Ph. D. Degree or are already in the University System. 1. Candidates already in service must apply through proper channel. 2. Forms may be downloaded from website (www.gargicollege.in) or collected in person from college office on weekdays. 3. The form duly completed in all respects, with attested copies of certificates etc. along with Rs.50/- in cash or Demand Draft in favour of Principal, Gargi College, New Delhi should reach the college office by 10th March 2009. -- Abhishek Verma Parliament Library Lok Sabha, New Delhi 09968548954

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Adverse effect of Internet!
by T. Shahab 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

Dear all, In my opinion the Internet Age has made professional librarians a lazy bunch. I miss the level of sincerity at cataloging. Subject descriptors are treated perfunctorily. Interaction with the serious kind of research based users is often avoided. Language skill and communication ability are not being given the required weight. The ready availability of information at the click of a mouse (if even we don't understand the import of it)and the ability of search engines to retrieve pieces of information embedded in documents are turning away the young generation of librarians from the labor of cultivating knowledge and understanding. Overall, this is adversely impacting our analytical skills and the faculty of synthesis. Best regards TANWIR -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Assistant Librarian
by mukesh jha 26 Feb '09

26 Feb '09

G.B.Pant University of Agriculture & Technology (GBPUAT) Pantnagar, Distt. Udham Singh Nagar (Uttarakhand) Employment Notice No.A-16/2009 Applications are invited from the deserving candidates all over the country for the AL posts on the proforma given below (to be typed on A-4 size paper). For each post separate application along-with all documents and the prescribed application fee of Rs. 1000/-(Rs.500/- for SC/ST candidates) through University Cash receipt or crossed Bank Draft drawn in favour of Comptroller, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, payable at Pantnagar State Bank of India, Branch Code No.1133/ Punjab National Bank, Branch Code No. 4446/U.Co. Bank, Branch Code No. 0678 should reach to the Office of the Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment Section) of GBPUAT latest by 31/03/2009. Asstt Prof. /JRO/S.M.S./ Asst. Librarian : Rs. 8000-13500 Detailed notice/advertisement of these vacancies is available at http://www.gbpuat.ac.in/news/A-16.pdf Mukesh Kumar Jha Lib.Trainee (BHU, Central Library) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NCSTC Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship 2009
by Puna Das 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

NCSTC Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship 2009 Rajat Jayanti Vigyan Sancharak Fellowship Proposals are invited for twenty Rajat Jayanti Vigyan Sancharak Fellowships instituted by Rashtriya Vigyan Evam Pradyogiki Sanchar Parishad, Department of Science & Technology. The Fellowship recognizes Science Communicators with uniformly brilliant academic record and field work. It also supports innovative Science Communication efforts in selected scientific institutions/universities/S&T based voluntary organizations under the guidance of a senior science communicator. The candidates below 35 years on 31.12.2009 (relaxable by 5 years for Women) must possess a graduation or higher degree in science, engineering, medical science, agriculture, information technology, mass communication etc. from a recognized university. The duration of the fellowship will be for one year and will comprise honorarium of Rs. 12000/- per month (16000/- in case of a Ph.D) and an annual contingency of Rs. 30000/- and travel grant of Rs. 15000/-. Applicants are requested to carefully study Annexure I-V before submitting the proposal. The selection will be made by a committee of experts and decision of DST will be final. Send Your Proposal and supporting documents to: Head (RVPSP) Department of Science & Technology Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110016 Email sanuj[at]nic.in, ahujas[at]nic.in Phone: 011-26866675 Last date for receiving completed applications is 15th April 2009. Illustrative list of projects ideas * Impact assessment of science outreach programmes developing and using innovative instruments. * Developing and testing scripts for biodiversity, street theater for raising awareness on health, sanitation, water, etc. * Developing modules for trainers in use of low-cost learning/teaching aids for high school science teachers. * Developing strategies for promoting innovation among school teachers/students. * Comparative study on effectiveness of different means of communication * Developing and updating website on popular science. For More Details, Application Form and Annexure visit: http://cssp-jnu.blogspot.com/2009/02/ncstc-rajat-jayanti-science.html Looking for Mentor for this project proposal? Contact the undersigned. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bring your gang together. Do your thing. Find your favourite Yahoo! group at http://in.promos.yahoo.com/groups/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on "Engineering Librarianship (ELS)-2009: Perspectives & Future"
by Mailing List Admin 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

Date: Tue, 24 Feb 2009 22:28:27 +0530 (IST) From: Gangadhar KC <gangadhar67(a)yahoo.com> Dear LIS Professionals, � Here's the updated information about the National Workshop on "Engineering Librarianship (ELS-2009): Perspectives & Future", 26.2.2009 to 28.2.2009 to be held at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. Details of the Programme is given below. � Re-Engineering Librarianship Concepts & Development:: Ms.Gayatri Sen Chief Librarian, PESIT HR Issues in Library Management� : Prof. Rajan, HOD, MBA Dept. NMIT Digitization and Digital Preservation: Mr. K.P. Raghuraman, NCSI/IISc Knowledge Management appications in Libraries: Mr.Manjunath, MBA Faculty, Engineering Information Resources : Dr.I.R.N. Goudar �Head, ICAST, NAL OA and Institutional Repositories: Dr. Poornima Narayana, ICAST, NAL� Lib 2.0: Transforming Library & Information Services: Dr. M. Krishnamurthy, �DRTC/ISI DSpace- Demo cum Practical Training: Dr. M. Krishnamurthy,�DRTC/ISI ICT Skills for LIS Professionals: Mr. Gopalakrishna,�Librarian, BMSIT� AICTE Norms & Policies�: Ms.Gayatri Sen Chief Librarian, PESIT Internet Search Engines and the invisible Web�: Mr. T.B. Anand, Manager, General Electric Science of Libraianship : Value Addition to Information�Services: Dr.H.S.Siddamallaiah NIMHANS� User Expectations: By Faculty Members & Students � Panel Discussion: "Symbiosis between User & Librarian" Moderator�:Dr. H.S. Siddamallaiah Panel Members : Mr. T. B. Anand, Dr.Kittur, Chief Librarian, SVCE, �Prof. P.B.Shetty Prof. Mukund � Followed by Valedictory Function, Chief Guest: Dr. I.R.N.Goudar Registrations under Progress, � Hurry up! � Gangadhar K.C. Senior Librarian Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology P.B.No.6429, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. Ph:080-2856 3616 Cell:9379835009/99865 03441

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Do We Need a New Internet?'
by Shriram Pandey 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

Hello List members, This a very informative article written by John Marcoff. According to him 'Despite a thriving global computer security industry that is projected to reach $79 billion in revenues next year, and the fact that in 2002 Microsoft itself began an intense corporatewide effort to improve the security of its software, Internet security has continued to deteriorate globally...... '(T)here is a growing belief among engineers and security experts that Internet security and privacy have become so maddeningly elusive that the only way to fix the problem is to start over. 'What a new Internet might look like is still widely debated, but one alternative would, in effect, create a “gated community” where users would give up their anonymity and certain freedoms in return for safety. Today that is already the case for many corporate and government Internet users. As a new and more secure network becomes widely adopted, the current Internet might end up as the bad neighborhood of cyberspace. You would enter at your own risk and keep an eye over your shoulder while you were there.' More Detail available at : http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/15/weekinreview/15markoff.html?_r=2&th&emc=th -- --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for Post Graduates in LIS
by Sanjeev K Sunny 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Dear friends, There is a job opening in Hindustan Latex Family Planning Promotion Trust (www.hlfppt.org) for its Hyderabad office, for Post Graduates in LIS having 2-3 years of experience and sound computer knowledge. Detailed CVs can be send to career(a)hlfppt.org ASAP as the closing date is 27th Feb'09. Please see the following link for details: http://216.119.85.221/artman2/publish/indian-jobs/article_12098.shtml -- Sanjeev K Sunny Knowledge Management Officer HLFPPT, B-11, Sector-59, Noida-201301 Phone: +91-120-4231060/61/62 Extn. 330 e-mail: sksunny(a)hlfppt.org website: www.hlfppt.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Summer School on Philosophy for the Social Sciences and Humanities, 8-26 June 2009, NIAS, Bangalore
by Puna Das 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Fourth Summer School on Philosophy for the Social Sciences and Humanities (Sponsored by ICSSR Western Regional Centre, Mumbai) Organized by: Centre for Philosophy, National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore A three-week summer school for MPhil and PhD students from all over the country will be held at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore. Dates: Monday, June 8, 2009 -Friday, June 26, 2009. Who can apply: MPhil and early PhD students working in the broad areas of social sciences and humanities. How to apply: Send a CV (with marks, email, phone and contact address details) along with an essay/working paper that you have written. The last date for receiving the complete application is March 15, 2009. Accommodation and travel Selected students will be reimbursed for their outstation travel by Non- AC, sleeper class train or bus fare (to and fro) and will also be provided accommodation free of cost at NIAS during the course period. Contact: Send your application as an email attachment to Centre for Philosophy, NIAS, email: cfpnias[at]gmail.com or mail a hard copy to the address below: Centre for Philosophy National Institute of Advanced Studies Indian Institute of Science Campus Bangalore -560 012 Telephone: +91-80-22185000 (For more information, see http://www.nias.res.in/researchgroups-cfp-programmes.php) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Check out the all-new Messenger 9.0! Go to http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies for the Post of Librarian
by Ajay Kamble 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

1. Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Deendayal Institute of Management and Information Technology (Non grant basis). Address of the Institute : c/o Dharmaveer Sambhaji Vidyalaya, Savarkar Nagar, N-5, CIDCO, Aurangabad 431 003. for details visit www.dindayal.org. 2. Post of Librarian at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Mumbai. Applications with full details should reach the Principal, Gujarat Research Soceity's, Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Dr. Madhuri Shah Campus, Ramkrishna Mission Marg, Khar (West), Mumbai - 400052 before 1st March 2009 or check University News 16-22 Feb, 2009 for more details. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy Information
by JK 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Dear All, Library Trainees (2 Posts) are urgently required in Total IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi Qualifications : B.Lib. Science and computer typing and library software knowledge is essential Salary:- Approx. 6000/- If anybody having requisite qualification may e-mail immediately to : Vijeta(a)totalit.co.in Regards Jaya Kalra Senior Consultant Total IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IP Bill
by Mailing List Admin 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:07:34 +0530 From: Ratnakar Aspari <aspari_r(a)hotmail.com> I wish to draw the attention of the researchers and librarians in the Universities to an Editorial in the December 2008 issue of Indian Journal of Medical Research which discusses about the recently introduced IP Bill in the Parliament. University Librarians may bring it to the notice of the concerned authorities in their Universities (specially Vice Chancellors, Deans and faculty members). Indian Journal of Medical Research is an open access journal and one can access at the url http://icmr.nic.in/ijmr/ijmr.htm Ratnakar New Delhi 9891390300 ratnakar(a)informindia.co.in

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Universal Grabbing Commission
by Praveen Vaidya 23 Feb '09

23 Feb '09

Dear All, Please refer to the following article for many of the anomalies in the draft that UGC has published. http://www.indianexpress.com/news/universal-grabbing-commission/426771/0 Thanks, Praveen Vaidya Librarian, Tolani Maritime Institute, (Off campus of BITS, Pilani) Induri, Talegon Dabhade, Pune-410 507 Tel: 02114-241870-873 Ext:3018/3017(O) 5215 (R) www.tolani.edu Visit My Blog: http://praveenvaidya.wordpress.com/ Connect with friends all over the world. Get Yahoo! India Messenger at http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/?wm=n/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the post OF Assistant Librarian
by mukesh jha 23 Feb '09

23 Feb '09

Himachal Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Board (HPSSSB) District Hamirpur - 177001 Advertisement No. 14/2009 Applications in prescribed proforma, in sealed covers, are invited for the following posts so as to the reach the Secretary Himachal Pradesh, Subordinate Services Selection Board, Hamirpur (Himachal Pradesh) - 177001 by 25/03/2009. The last date for the candidates residing in Lahaul Spiti, Kinnaur, Pangi and Bharmaur Sub-Divisions of Chamba district and Dodra kwar Sub-Divison of Shimla District of HP is 09/04/2007 by post only. 1)Assistant Librarian : 82 posts, On contract @ Rs.4200 + 50% 2)Assistant Librarian : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4020-6200 For more details, Check http://himachal.nic.in/hpsssb/2009AdvertisementNo14.pdf for details and some corrigendum is published at http://himachal.nic.in/hpsssb/2009SIPolice%20Age.pdf ----- Mukesh kumar jha Library Trainee BHU(Central Library) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the post of Librarian-cum-information officer in IDSA
by mukesh jha 23 Feb '09

23 Feb '09

Institute for defence studies and analysis:New Delhi invite a post of Librarian-cum-information officer For details see Employment News 21-23 Feb Advertisement No.:IDSA/018/2008 and website: www.idsa.in Mukesh Kumar Jha -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Please post these vacancy on lis forum Dear please
by Abhishek Verma 23 Feb '09

23 Feb '09

Dear Moderator Please post these Vacancy of librarian in delhi univesity...details are given below and also available on the delhi university's college websites... http://www.pgdavevening.in/vacancy.htm,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,also in print edition of hindustan times of delhi ed. on 22 feb, 2009 * VACANCY* *Applications are invited for the following posts as per the U.G.C. Pay Scales/Pay Bands: * A. Lecturer in Commerce-01-Permanent-ST; B. Librarian- 01- Permanent- General; C. Administrative Officer-01-Permanent-General; D.JuniorAssistant-cum-Typist-02-Permanent, 1 – General, 1 – OBC; E. Junior Library & Information Assistant- 01-Permanent-General; F.Library Attendant-01-Permanent-ST. *Lecturer in Commerce *Qualification* * - Good academic record with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade in Master's Degree. - Candidates besides fulfilling the above qualifications should have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar tests accredited by the UGC. Note: The candidates having Ph.D./ M.Phil. Degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET. Applications form can be downloaded from our website. Applications form duly filled in along with certificates and testimonials (including caste certificate), should reach the undersigned within 15 days of the publication of this advertisement. *For Librarian* Essential Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Library Science/Information Science/documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record.. - Candidates besides fulfilling the above qualifications should have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar tests accredited by the UGC for those with post-graduate degree. *Desirable: *The candidate should have experience in Library computerization. Notes: A relaxation of the minimum marks of the PG level from 55% to 50% may be provided to the candidates who have cleared the JRF examination conducted by the UGC/CSIR only, prior to 1989, when the minimum marks required to appear for JRF examination were 50%.; (b).The candidates having Ph.D or M.Phil Degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET. * For Administrative Officer: * - Age: 35 Years. Good academic record plus Master's degree with at least 55% of marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale (5% relaxation in marks for SC/ST categories). Desirable: At least 3 years experience in supervisory or equivalent cadre in a group B post in a government department/ University/ Educational or Research Institution / teaching and/ or Research experience along with proven administrative capabilities: 1.L.L,B or MBA or CA/ICWA or MCA or M.Phil/Ph.D qualification. *For Junior Assistant – cum – Typist *Essential Qualifications: - A Senior Secondary (10+2) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized board/university/institution with at least 50% marks or a Graduate from a recognized University. - Having a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. in English through computer. *Desirable: * 1.Degree/Diploma in Computer Application/ Science and knowledge of operation of latest packages relating to pay roll, accounts, MIS etc. 2. Diploma in Office Management and Secretarial Practice * For Junior Library & Information Assistant: * Essential Qualification - Passed Sr. Secondary or equivalent examination conducted by State Board of Education/ University/ Govt. recognized institutions. - Certificate in Library Science/Library and Information Science from a recognized institution. - Computer Course at Sr. Secondary Level or Basic Course in Computer Science/Word Processing from a recognized Institution * For Library Attendant *Essential Qualification - Matric or an equivalent examination. *Desirable:* 1. Certificate in Library Science/Library & Information Science 2. Computer as a subject at Secondary level or Basic Course in Computers from any Institution. Application form which can be downloaded from our website duly filled in along with certificates and testimonials (including caste certificate), should reach the undersigned within 15 days of the publication of this advertisement. Notes: 1. The College reserves the right to change the number and nature of posts later or not to fill any post after receiving the applications. 2. Candidates already in employment should send their applications through their employers. 3. 3% of the posts are reserved for physically handicapped candidates. -- Abhishek Verma FO-41, FF, Re-classification Unit, Parliament Library, Lok Sabha Secretariat,New Delhi-110001 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Under “ CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Intern Awards ” Scheme
by laxmi chand 22 Feb '09

22 Feb '09

Dear professionals Applications are invited for 5 [Five] Research Intern Awards from Indian nationals, who are creative, have passion and desire to pursue S&T as a carreer. More detail - National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources[NISCAIR] [ Council of Scientific & Industrial Research ] Dr.K S Krishnan Marg, Pusa Campus , New Delhi-110 012 Phone: 25846301/04-07, 25849787; Fax : 25841033 ( www.niscair.res.in ) Regards Laxmi Chand Sharma Associateship In Infirmation Science NISCAIR, New Delhi lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in, km-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Explore your hobbies and interests. Go to http://in.promos.yahoo.com/groups/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online Database of Library and Information Science Professional in India
by Badan Barman 22 Feb '09

22 Feb '09

Respected Forum Members, The LIS Links will launch the Online Database of Library and Information Science Professional in India on 23rd February, 2009. The database will be available for searching from: http://lislinks.ning.com/profiles/members/advancedSearch Presently it is consisting of 515 records, and it will goes on increasing when people will "Sign up" over http://lislinks.ning.com/ Those who have not entered their details can do so by clicking on "Sign up" option. Those who have not filled out their entire profile questions can do so by following the route mentioned below a) Go to: http://lislinks.ning.com/ b) Sing in and entered your username and password. c) Click on "Settings" d) Now filled out all "Profile Questions" e) Now "Save". Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam, Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Website: www.kkhsou.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Your vaulabe suggestion needed
by Tariq Ahmad Shah 22 Feb '09

22 Feb '09

Respected Members I want to pursue M.Phil in library &Information Science through *The Global* * Open University, Nagaland' . I* dont know whether it is affliated to UGC or not. Besides, whether the M.Phil Degree will get the same weightage with those persued in regular mode. Your valuable suggestion is needed at an earnest. Thanking you in anticipation with regards Tariq Ahmad Shah JPA, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Srinagar -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS Vacancies
by Charu 22 Feb '09

22 Feb '09

Respected Friends, Greetings for the day, I would like to inform following LIS openings in Govt. Sector appeared in *Employment News (21-27 February 2009) ---* ** *1. **LIBRARY AND INFORMATION OFFICER * one post in the pay band of Rs. 15600-39100 with grade pay Rs. 6600/- (approx. Monthly emoluments Rs. 40000/-) in *Sangeet Natak Akedmi ,Rabindra Bhavan, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi-110001* *Essential Qualification * (a) Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from a recognised university , (b) Minimum 5 years experience as a Librarian in a Library of standing in the scale of Rs. 8000-275-13500, *Desirable Qualification * (a) Understanding and knowledge of performing arts, (b) Familiarity with computer application. *Age Limit* Between 30-35 years and relaxation in exceptional cases and as per Govt. Of India Rules. *GENERAL INFORMAITON INSTRUCITONS* Application on plain paper duly typed giving full particulars with recent passport size photograph and attested copies of certificates/ testimonials along with Declaration as appended below addressed to the *Deputy Secretary (Administration ) Sangeet Natak Akedmi ,Rabindra Bhavan, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi-110001* should reach within 20 days from the date of publication of this advertisement. (*Source*: Page 39) 2. *Walk in Interview* for *One post* of *LIBRARIAN** National Academy** of Statistical Administration, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation*, Govt. Of India. For other relevant details please visit the www.mospl.gov.in. (*Source*: Page 45) 3. *Sangeet Natak Akedmi *invites applications for the post of *Sr. LIBRARY AND INFORMATION OFFICER * at its Regional office, Bangalore in the Pay- Band of Rs. ( 9300-34800) with Grade pay Rs. 4200/-. For further detail please refer to www.sahityaakedemi.gov.in (*Source*: Page 47). 4. LIS opportunities in P.G.D.A.V. COLLEGE (Eve) , University of Delhi, Nehru Nagar, New Delhi. – *(i) **Librarian -01, Permanent* Qualifications— (a) Masters Degree in Library and Information science/Information Science/Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% of the marls or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record. (b) Candidate should have cleared the NET conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar tests accredited by the UGC for those with post-graduate degree. *(ii) **Junior Library & Information Assistant* Qualifications— (a) Passed Sr.Sec. or equivalent examination. (b) Certificate in Library Science/Library and Information Science both from a recognised university. (c) Computer course at Sr. Sr. Sec level or Basic course in computer science / word processing forms a recognized institution. *(iii) **Library Attendant* Qualifications— (a) Certificate in Library Science/Library and Information Science both from a recognised university (b) Computer course at Sr. Sr. Sec level or Basic course in computer science / word processing forms a recognized institution. Application form can be downloaded from the website - www.pgdavevening.in (*Source*: Page 64). Regards, Miss Charu Mathur. Delhi. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Cost of workshop on open source software
by Rishi Tiwari 21 Feb '09

21 Feb '09

This is further to the discussion on the Cost of workshop on open source software, I would like to share my experiences in this regard. I have organized two national workshops on open source software. The fees of the workshop was Rs. 1000/- without accommodation and Rs.1500/- with AC Accommodation. I do agree with the views of Dr.G.K. Manjunath because the total cost of each workshop was around Rs. 2 Lakhs. We collected around Rs.65,000 from participation fees, around Rs.80,000 from sponsorship and rest expenses were beared by our institute. So, the cost on each candidate was around Rs.3000/-. This year again, BIMTECH is going to organize a National workshop on Koha in the month of May. Dr.Rishi Tiwari Librarian & ILA Executive Member Birla Institute of Management Technology Plot No 5,Knowledge Park-II Greater Noida (NCR) 201306 Tele-0120-2323001-10(o) 09810583623(m) Website : www.bimtech.ac.in e-mail : library(a)bimtech.ac.in : rishi_70(a)rediffmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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vacancy of Library Asstt. in iCISA, Noida
by deep chand 21 Feb '09

21 Feb '09

A Library Assistant (Prefereably male candidate) is urgently required in Internationanl Centre for Information Systems and Audit(iCISA), A-52, Sector 62, Noida, U.P. Qualifications : B.Lib. Science and computer typing and library software knowledge is essential Salary:- Approx. 6000/- If anybody having requisite qualification may contact immediately to Librarian, iCISA, Noida Phone No. 9868235553 2400050/51/52 Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DELNET Annual Lecture on March 5, 2009
by Sangeeta Kaul 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Dear All May we request you to kindly confirm your presence please. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- DELNET-Developing Library Network & India International Centre cordially invites you to the DELNET Annual Lecture on Information Dissemination in New Generation Networks- Opportunities and Challenges by Dr. S. V. Raghavan Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at India International Centre (Conference Room II) 40, Max Mueller Marg, New Delhi-110003 Mr M. Moni Deputy Director-General, National Informatics Centre (NIC) Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, New Delhi will preside Tea: 6:00 p.m. RSVP : 26742222 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________________________ Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager DELNET-Developing Library Network Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 32471010, 32471002, 32471011 Fax: 91-11-26741122 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in, sangskaul(a)gmail.com Web : www.delnet.nic.in ________________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for nominations: UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize
by Puna Das 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Call for nominations: UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize 16-02-2009 (Paris) UNESCO is inviting nominations for the third award of the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize. This invitation is extended to all Member States, in consultation with their National Commissions, as well as to international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) maintaining official relations with UNESCO and whose work is in the field of preservation and conservation of documentary heritage. Each nomination must include the following: * a description of the candidate's background and achievements, in English or French; * a summary of the work or the results of the work; * publications or other supporting documents of major importance; and * a review of the way in which the work submitted has contributed to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage. The Prize was created to commemorate the inscription of the Buljo jikji simche yojeol - the oldest known book of moveable metal print in the world - on the Memory of the World Register, and to contribute to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage as a common heritage of humanity. It is funded by the Republic of Korea through arrangements made with the Municipal Council of Cheongju City and consists of an award of US $30,000 that is given every two years to individuals or institutions that have made significant contributions to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage. Download nomination form: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/files/28327/12347987663jikji_nomination_form… Nominations should be submitted by completing the nomination form and sending it, no later than 31 March 2009, to: Ms Joie Springer Universal Access and Preservation Section Information Society Division UNESCO 1, rue Miollis 75732 Paris Cedex 15 Fax: (331) 45.68.55.83 Email: j.springer[at]unesco.org Source: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/ev.php-URL_ID=28323&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECT… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bollywood news, movie reviews, film trailers and more! Go to http://in.movies.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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"Question Point" - 24/7 Virtual Reference Service
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Dear Friends, "Question Point" - 24/7 Virtual Reference Service OCLC offering interesting service "Question Point" - www.questionpoint.org. It is virtual reference service with a human assisted web platform for providing reference service. Importanct features of Question Point are, 1. Reference service around the clock with trustworthy, real-time one-on-one reference assistance from professional librarians, right from your library Web page or other Web portal 2. Web-based chat, browse and cooperative reference tools that use best-in-class technology and require no special software or browser plug-ins 3. No need to use Windows Operating System to do simple chat and page push; streamlined conference process that allows librarians to transfer to another librarian smoothly 4. Support for multilingual reference transactions; Q&A knowledge base that is carefully reviewed and maintained by Cooperative contributors Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the Post of Librarians
by Ajay Kamble 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Please check the following vacancies for the post of librarians 1. SAPD Jain Pratishtan's Walchand College of Arts and Science, Department of Social Work, Ashok Chowk, Solapur - 413006 (Minority Institution) invites application for the post of Librarian. For more details, check www.wcassolapur.org. 2. Arts and Science College, Bhalod invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in 3. Arts College, Chalisgaon invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in 4. Ikara Education College, Mehrun, Jalgaon invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in 5. Science College, Bhusaval invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in 6. College of Education, Akkalkua invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in 7. Institute of Manangement and Research and Development, Jalgaon invites application for the post of Librarians. For more details, check www.nmu.ac.in -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Anomalies in the Draft UGC Notification of Guidelines on Revision of Pay Scales
by Pandurang Konnur 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Dear Friends, I am happy to inform all the Academic Librarian friends that, Indian Academic Library Association (IALA) has submitted the Feedback to the UGC with the "Anomalies in the Draft UGC Notification on Revision of Pay Scales,Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers in Universities and Colleges & Other Measures for the Maintenance of Standards,2009". Please visit IALA Website to download the full Memorandum submitted under the following Link: http://iala.org.in/subfiles/news/UGC_Feedback.pdf Thanks, -- Dr.P.V.Konnur President (IALA) Fulbright Fellow (University of Illinois) University Librarian, Bangalore University Library, Jananabharati, Bangalore-560056 Phone: 080-22961131, 23215510 Website: http://library.bub.ernet.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Number 56 Winter 2009 issue of Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship
by sandeep bhavsar 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Respected All http://www.istl.org/09-winter/index.html ISTL publishes substantive material of interest to science and technology librarians. It serves as a vehicle for sci-tech librarians to share details of successful programs, materials for the delivery of information services, background information and opinions on topics of current interest, to publish research and bibliographies on issues in science and technology libraries Now Available The Winter 2009 issue of Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship http://www.istl.org/09-winter/index.html Articles :- Using Google Scholar to Search for Online Availability of a Cited Article in Engineering Disciplines Comparing Safari Tech Books Online and Books24×7 E-book Collections: A Case Study from the University of British Columbia Library A Physics Professor and a Science Librarian Challenge Non-Majors to Evaluate Science The Emerging Engineering Scholar: A Citation Analysis of Theses and Dissertations at Western Michigan University Synthesis Digital Library of Engineering and Computer Science Viewpoint: Publishers and Librarians: New Dialogues in Challenging Times http://www.istl. org/09-winter/ index.html Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@ @@@@@ Blog : www.vpmthane. blogspot. com @@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Excellent Searching and Browsing Facility for Open Access Journals
by Badan Barman 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Respected Forum Members, I have designed and develop a site by name "Link Library of Open Access English Language Journals": http://lislinks.blogspot.com/ . This is perhaps the world's third largest collection of open access journals after DOAJ and Open J-Gate that provides searching facilities at article level. But the present site has added advantage of retrieving the relevant results than that of other two (statistically it still need to be proved). I just like to request the LIS Professional to have a try over the site. Just go to the site, select from the subject that are listed in the left hand side bar and perform a search on the new page. It will cost nothing than 1 minute from your very busy schedule. But I hope you will get much and the days ahead will be a site to refer to your library users. Waiting for your valuable comments and suggestions. Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam, Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Website: www.kkhsou.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UKSG Call for papers on E-Books
by kaushal giri 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

To, Moderator UKSG Call for papers on E-Books The UKSG journal "Serials" will be publishing a supplement alongside the November 2009 issue on the topic of e-books. Articles on all aspects of e-books - library acquisition; innovative publishing models; usage; business models etc. - will all be considered for publication. All submissions will be subject to peer-review and may be rejected if they are deemed unsuitable or too close in subject matter to another accepted article. Length of articles should be around 2,000 words and the deadline for the receipt of papers is Friday 31st July 2009. If you are interested in submitting an article please email Ally Souster - Serials Editorial Assistant (ally(a)uksg.org<mailto:ally@uksg.org>) for guide lines for authors. Regards Kaushal.K.Giri Librarian Terna Engineering College, Nerul, Navi Mumbai – 400 706 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Digital Information Management (DigIn) Certificate program
by kaushal giri 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

To, Moderator Digital Information Management (DigIn) Certificate program admission is now open for 2009-10. Scholarships are available. The University of Arizona School of Information Resources and Library Science is pleased to announce that openings are available in the school's graduate certificate program in Digital Information Management (DigIn), and that scholarships are available for students entering the program in 2009. The DigIn program features hands-on experience and focused instruction supporting careers in libraries, archives, records management, museums, as well as in the private sector. The certificate includes six courses covering a wide range of topics relevant to today's digital information environment, including digital collections, applied technology, technology planning and leadership, policy and ethics, digital preservation and research data curation. For information professionals just starting in the field or considering career changes, the DigIn certificate program offers an alternative path to graduate studies that helps prepare students for success in traditional graduate programs or the workplace. The certificate also provides a means for working professionals and those who already have advanced graduate degrees in library and information sciences, archives, museum studies or other fields to broaden their knowledge and skills in today's rapidly evolving digital information landscape. The program is delivered 100% online and has no residency requirements. Students generally complete the certificate in four or six semesters (15 months or 27 months). Beginning this year, DigIn applicants will be able to enter the program at the start of the Summer, Fall, or Spring semesters. The application deadline for Summer '09 is April 1. The deadline for Fall '09 admission is July 1, and for Spring '10 the deadline will be Nov. 1. DigIn was developed in cooperation with the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records and the University of Arizona Outreach College. Major funding for the program comes from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which has also provided scholarship funding. Additional details on the program including course descriptions, admissions requirements and application forms may be found on the program website: digin.arizona.edu Applicants may also contact the DigIn program coordinator, Prof. Peter Botticelli, at: digin(a)email.arizona.edu Regards Kaushal.K.Giri Librarian Terna Engineering College, Nerul, Navi Mumbai – 400 706 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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RRC Delhi invites you to Annual Convention at IGNCA, New Delhi on Feb 21, 2009
by Puna Das 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Ranganathan Research Circle, New Delhi Cordially invites you to XVth Annual Convention at Lecture Hall, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) 5 R P Road (Entrance from Mansingh Road), New Delhi 110001 On February 21, 2009 Saturday at 10.00 A.M. till 13.30 P.M. There will be a Panel Discussion on "OPEN ACCESS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS" Chairperson: Dr. S. Mujumdar, Librarian, University of Delhi, Delhi PANELISTS Dr. A. L. Moorthy Director DESODOC, Delhi Dr. N Raghuram, Reader, Bio-Technology, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi Dr. A. Ratnakar, Former Librarian Raman Research Institute, Bangalore Mr. Sukhdev Singh, Technical Director, National Informatics Center, New Delhi Mr. Sanjiv Goswami, Country Manager, Springer India, New Delhi All Are Invited ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Google Book Settlement - Legal Notice
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Google Book Settlement - Legal Notice If you are a book author or a publisher or a owner of a copyright your rights may be affected by a class action settlement regarding scanning and use of books by google and others. The detailed legal notice and complete information is available in www.googlebooksettlement.com The notice is also published in Times of India, Bengaluru Edition, Page No. 11. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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A refreshing welcome to new members by Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) - A Report on KALA's new members meet (fwd)
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE, Research) 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear LIS Professionals, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) had organized 'new members' meet' recently in Bangalore. Following is the brief report on the event. Ananda Byrappa General Secretary, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) http://www.kalaonline.com ________________________________________________________________________ A refreshing welcome to new members by Karnataka State Library Association Young, fresh and eager faces, matching smiles on older faces....this was the refreshing scene at the new members gathering at the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI) in the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Campus on Friday, February 6th 2009. The evening's programme had been well orchestrated by the Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) core team and that certainly paid dividends in the enthusiasm and keen involvement shown by the large gathering present there. The main speakers were Prof. V.G. Talwar, recently appointed Vice Chancellor of Mysore University and Mr.N.V. Satyanarayana, Director of Informatics India Ltd. Both have had an amazing trajectory of growth in the profession; Prof. Talwar reaching the highest pinnacle in the academic arena while Mr. Satyanarayana has achieved it in the applications to the business world. However, the most significant characteristic of each one of them is their humility combined with hard work and discipline, which became apparent to all as they spoke. Their talks were truly an invaluable learning for all professionals in the field and so it was for young and old as we listened to their inspiring presentations that memorable evening. Prof. Talwar succinctly covered the essential and vital signs that every librarian must possess.. His compact and concise package touched upon the qualities of leadership, discipline, hard work and above all a smiling friendly face that users can relate to. The skills of communication, the ability to use language articulately and the need for a belief in oneself were also highlighted by him. In addition, he said, each one of us must become a PRO and even acquire marketing and managerial skills to best serve the user and the institution. He ended by wishing KALA all success in their future programmes for the professionals and friends of the library. Mr. Satyanarayana congratulated the marketing techniques of the young KALA team which had set goals and reached them. He appreciated their acumen in setting time targets because without that, plans remain as dreams and never touch reality. He exhorted the young librarians to go in for an image makeover since the work that they do is sometimes high-jacked by other IT professionals and they rise much faster than library professionals. Therefore it is vital that librarians take stock of their assets and present themselves in a more attractive package! One question he posed had us all thinking. What is the advantage that a library has over Google or any online information service? The answer was a revelation. Physical space! This is a very crucial aspect because users can actually meet, discuss and come up with many other possibilities for social and cultural interaction by using this real space.He also reminded us that as librarians we do have a strong feeling of connectivity. As he said, no other group of professionals seems to have such a vibrant system of group gatherings. Therefore it is up to us to make use of this strength in the best possible way. Anand Byrappa, the indefatigable Secretary of KALA introduced the speakers and described some of the activities of the Association including the creation of the website. The President, Prof. Ravichandra Rao welcomed the gathering and shared the many exciting plans that KALA has for the next few months. He also told the members to expect only email communication in future! The Vice-President, Mr. Francis Jayakanth rounded off the excellent evening with a well-worded vote of thanks. ___________________________________________________________ Report Compiled by: Mrs. Usha Mukunda, Vice President, KALA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re Re : cost
by manoj kumar pant 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear all, Regarding point raised by Dr Vinod Mishra and details given by Dr.G.K.Manjunath, I would like to raise point attract attention towards points related to the ongoing issue - 1. It was in 1995 when I attended my first national workshop where the cost/participant was Rs 4000/- excuding fooding/lodging. Recently I had privilage of attending a workshop with participants strength close to 90 participants. However organizers were putting expected participants to be 30. So point is irrelevant to rationalize organizing cost/participant. So the organizers must have been in profit, put aside the quality and attention to participants. 2. If some how the organizers are able to cut cost to reasonable level then more no of participates would automatically be attracted. This would raise a situation where there could be negotiations with the quality. Workshops are great instruments in keeping professionals abreast with latest trends and issues. Organizers of such workshops are doing marvelous jobs by taking such initiatives. We should come at a level where there is balance between the cost and the quality. The solution could be more workshops at places which have been left overlooked, yet not at the cost of quality. Manoj Pant DLISc Amrapali Institute Lamachaur, Nainital Uttarkhand Manojpant2(a)rediffmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg. Cost of workshop on open source software
by vinod mishra 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear professionals open source software is a kind of revolution for the benefit of the society perticularly in developing and underdeveloped country. These softwares are free of cost but institutions are organising the workshop on these softwares and charging very high cost which is very difficult to afford by individuals. So it must be avoided and the cost of such a workshop should be minimum. The current example is DELNET who is organising workshop on KOHA by charging 3000-3500, i think it is too much.Such workshop should not be organised for the financial benefits perticularly by the Govt. organisations. Vinod Kumar Mishra IIT Kanpur. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Reg. Cost of workshop on open source software
by Mailing List Admin 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Date: Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:12:42 +0530 From: Apurba Jyoti Majumder <apurbajyoti(a)gmail.com> Dear Professionals, I do agree with Mr. Vinod Kumar Mishra Open Source Software is available freely but the training and instalation is not free. Delnet is charging lots of money for that. the cost of workshop is 3500 +Accomodation charges. is it possible for an organisation or individual to pay this much money for a free software. we only advocate free software but the training should also be provided free with the help of Govt. of India. The National Knowledge Commission has also advocated Open Acces. Now it is the turn of the professionals to think about that. Apurba Jyoti Majumder, JRF Deptt. of Library & Information Science. Arts Block, Gauhati University. Guwahati- 781014 Cell No: 09435268733, 09707626388

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Library and Information Science Over your Mobile for Free
by Badan Barman 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Respected forum members, Library and Information Science related information are now available over your Mobile for free. Just send the following to join us and have a try how it looks. Send: JOIN Jobs_in_LIS_in_India to 9870807070. Send: JOIN Seminars_in_LIS_in_India to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Latest_Happenings_in_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Awards_in_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Admission_Notice_in_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN LIS_Book_Review to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Seminars_Reports_LIS to 9870807070 Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam, Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Website: www.kkhsou.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fellowship details for persuing Phd in LIS from foreign university
by kallol talukdar 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear professionals just want to know that i am interested in persuing Phd in LIS from foreign university under financial assistance or fellowship. but i found no details in MHRD , UGC, UNESCO, commonwealth website. some stuff is there in UNESCO website but is not recent one. kindly provide assistance in this regard. Thanking you *KALLOL DAS Asst. Librarian Faculty of Management (FMS) Modi Institute of Management & Research* *(Deemed University) Sikar, Rajasthan hello: 9660420661 / 09250169949 * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha 3.0.1 released
by Mallikarjun 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear All Please visit the link http://www.koha.org/about-koha/news/nr1234988287.html Thanks ________________________________________________________________:-) Mallikarjun Dora Professional Assistant Vikram Sarabhai Library IIM, Ahemadabad ...The Future is here, Its just unevenly distributed..... http://curiouslib.blogspot.com/ Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Cost of workshop on open source software
by vinod mishra 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Thanks for providing detailed list of expences but could you also provide percentage of participants (i.e students and young financially week LIS professionals from school and colleges)who have paid from their own pocket (i.e non-sponsered by their institutes) in such a costy workshop. So in my view Don't give costy Kit, costy Lunch, Dinner and tea (Because my observation is it waste lot of time and hence reducing the actual time of learning the software). Sorry but it is heart burning truth in most of the confrences and workshop those peoples are facing lot of problems regarding the time, who realy wants to intract and learn. Example is for presenting paper organisers usullay gives 5-10 minutes but i practicall OBSERVED 2-3 min. IT REFLECT LACK OF DEVOTION TOWARDS THE LIS PROFESSION MANY PEOPLE ASKED HOW TO RAISE THE STATUS OF LIBRARIN IN MY VIEW "THE DAY WHEN WE WILL START THINKING HOW TO RAISE STATUS OF THE SOCIETY AND OUR LIBRARY USERS THROUGH LIBRARY, FROM THAT DAY ITSELF OUR STATUS WILL START RISING" VINOD KUMAR MISHRA IIT KANPUR 09335417961 On Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:49:29 +0530 wrote > > >I would like to provide certain basic facts about the cost involved in >organizing a workshop. This is based on our own experience: > > > 1. A three day workshop means boarding for 4 days. It would cost > appx. Rs.800 per person. ( Breakfast, tea, lunch and dinner. ) > > > 2. Travelling allowance ( by air ) for minimum 2 resource > persons, appx. Rs.20000/- > > > 3. Remuneration for two resource person for three days - appx. Rs. > 4000/- > > > 4. Course material, stationery and workshop kit Rs. 500/- per > person > > > 5. Misc expenses and transport Rs.5000/- > > > 6. Lodging fee would be extra. > > >If there are 20 participants, the cost per participant, without lodging, >appx. would be Rs.2750/-. ( I have made a very conservative estimation ). > >Therefore, a fee of Rs.3000/- per person looks very reasonable. > >It is assumed that, the hosting institute would provide computer lab and >classroom free of charge. If not, there would be additional cost. > >The cost would come down if there is any funding from external sources. > >I very much appreciate other organizers to share their experience. > > >thanks. > > G.K.Manjunath > Chief Librarian > Indira Gandhi Inst of Development Research > Film City Road > Santosh Nagar > Goregaon(East ) > MUMBAI - 400 065 > > Phone: 022-28416528 > http://oii.igidr.ac.in > http://www.igidr.ac.in > > > > > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NISCAIR Online Periodicals Repository
by avijit dutta 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear professionals, You can now access full text articles from research journals published by NISCAIR! Presently full text facility is provided for two of the journals viz. IJBB & IJC-A. For other journals, you can access abstracts. Full text of these journals will be made available in due course of time. NISCAIR Online Periodicals Repository can be accessed through: http://nopr.niscair.res.in/ Avijit Dutta College of Engineering & Management, Kolaghat KTPP Township Dt.- Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) PIN- 721 171 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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request for articles
by saravanan 19 Feb '09

19 Feb '09

Dear All, If any one have these articles in hardcopy or Softcopy please send. It is very urgently needed for our Ecology HOD: 1.. Cannell MGR (1984) Woody biomass of forest stands. Forest ecolgy and management, volume 8, p. 299-312, 2.. McMahon TA, Kronauer RE (1976) Tree structures: deducing the principles of mechanical design, Journal of theoretical Biology, volume 59, p. 443-466. With regards, Mr. G. Saravanan Librarian French Institute of Pondicherry 11, Saint Louis Street, P.B. 33 PONDICHERRY - 605 001 South India, INDIA Ph: 0091 - 413 - 2334168 Extn. 126/139 Fax: 0091 - 413 2339534 Mail : saravanan.g(a)ifpindia.org Web : www.ifpindia.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National workshop on NewGenlib Open Souce Integrated Library System
by chai tra 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Dear Professionals, The University of Mysore, Department of Library and Information Science is organizing, first ever workshop on Newgenlib open source Library System Software under the patronage of our honorable Vice Chancellor Prof. V.G.Talwar.The department of Library Science is one of the premier department functioning since 1916.It has to its credit the prestigious honor of being supported by UGC-Special Assistant Programme (UGC-SAP). It is been offering innovative MLISC Programme, which is choice based. Besides its Mphil and PhD Programmes.It also conducting International, National Conference and seminars workshop regularly. This year from March 24-26, the department is organizing National Level Workshop on NewGenlib Open Source Integrated Library System software. We request all our Library Professionals and past student of the department to respond to our Invitation in large number and make this workshop a grand success. The details of the workshop are available on the website URL: http://nwng2009.synthasite.com.kindly send the entries in the form enclosed to Dr.(Ms) Khaiser Nikam Chairperson/ Organising Secretary Department of Library and Information Science Manasagangotri University of Mysore Mysore –570006 Karnataka, India Mob: 9845328672, 9342593105 Ph: 0821-2415399, 389, 390 Email: khaiser.nikam(a)gmail.com UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE. National Workshop on NewGenLib Open Source Library Management Software (OS-LMS) Organised By Department of Library and Information Science (UGC – SAP supported) 24 – 26 March 2009 About the Department: University of Mysore is one of the leading Universities in India , it established in 1816. It is responsible for spread of education ever since the days of the earst while Mysore state. It is supported by a special grant by the Ministry of Human Resources Development, Government of India. It is also accredited as one of best Universities by NAAC . The Department of Library and Information Science was established in 1965. Currently it is supported by UGC – SAP . This department offers four semester Choice Based MLISc programe along with M.Phil and Ph.D. In its 45 years of history. The department has organized several National/International, seminar/conferences and workshops. At present the department has taken the task of organizing a National workshop on NewGenLib Open Source Library Management Software (OS-LMS) . The Workshop National Workshop on NewGenLib Open Source Library Management Software (OS-LMS) Objective of the Workshop The main purpose of the workshop is to impart training in library management system to various library professionals on NewGenLib OS-LMS with hands on training Registration Fee: Library Professionals: Rs. 2,500/- Students : Rs. 1,000/- (MLISc Students and Research Scholars) Accommodation: Accommodation for the participants will be arranged on ‘Use and Pay ‘ basis at the University Guest House. Climate The Climate in the month of March is hot. The temperature ranges from 32 to 35 degrees. Payment: Payment should be made Cash/DD drawn in favor of organizing secretary, workshop/Seminar, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore. Registration includes workshop kit , Breakfast , working lunch and Two Tea on all the three days of the workshop. Date to Remember: Last date for registration 15th March 2009. National Workshop on NewGenLib Open Source Library Management Software (OS-LMS) Registration Form Name: ------------------------------------------------------------ Designation: ----------------------------------------------------- Address : -------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------- E-mail: ---------------------------------------------------------- Telephone / Mobile: ---------------------------------------------- Rs. -----------/- enclosed as Registration Fee vide Cash / DD No.----Dated ------------------ drawn in favor of The Organizing Secretary, Workshop, Dept. Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore-06. Please send the duly filled-in form to the Organizing Secretary, Workshop, Dept. Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore-06. Place: -------------------------------- Date: --------------------------------- Signature Get perfect Email ID for your Resume. Grab now http://in.promos.yahoo.com/address -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re : cost of workshop.
by manoj kumar pant 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Dear professionals, I support Mr Mishra on the point that organizers charge too much as workshop fee. The very purpose of Open souce softwares is to provide support to professionals who don't have financial support to have propritory softwares. The organizers thus should charge reasonable for the same. ------------------------------------ Manoj Kumar Pant Lecturer, Amrapali Institute, Shiksha Nagar, Haldwani, Nainital, Uttaranchal-263139. Ph. No.-09012226260(Mob.) 919219918942(Home), 268201(Office) e-mail - " manojpant2(a)rediffmail.com ". " manojpant2(a)yahoo.co.in ". ------------------------------------------ "Don't walk ahead of me - I can't follow you, don't walk behind me I can't lead you, Walk along with me and be my friend." ------------------------------------------ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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About WebJunction
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Dear Friends, About WebJunction WebJunction has been a leader in social learning delivery for library staff and organizations since 2003. WebJunction works with individuals to build essential skills for their work in libraries, and work with organizations to ensure that they're delivering leading-edge and cost-effective staff development or continuing education programs. Contact WebJunction at info(a)webjunction.org if you'd like to learn more about the competencies guide, customized learning communities, or custom course catalogs. In 2002, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation awarded OCLC a three-year grant to build WebJunction as a portal for public libraries and other organizations that provide open access to information. WebJunction is supported in part by OCLC, grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Institute for Museum and Library Services, partners in state library agencies and other library systems and organizations, and by the library community. Launched in 2003, WebJunction is based in Seattle, Washington and Dublin, Ohio. More information is available at www.webjunction.org. Thanking You, Dinesh K. S. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Update: Workshop on "Engineering Librarianship (ELP)-2009: Perspectives & Future
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

*Dear Friends, * ** *Update: Workshop on "Engineering Librarianship (ELP)-2009: Perspectives & Future" during 26th to 28th Feb 2009 at * *Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology* *Yelahanka, Bengaluru - 64.* *Key Resource Persons for the workshop* ** Dr. IRN Goudar, NAL Prof. IKR Rao Prof. Asundi Dr. HS Siddamallaiah, NIMHANS Dr. M.Krishnamurthy, DRTC Ms. Gayatri Sen, PESIT Francis Jayakanth, NCSI Anand, GE Dr. Divakar Bhat Thanking You, Dinesh K. S. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fulbright Scholarship
by Premaraj Mishra 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Dear LIS Professionals ! I would like to know about the *Fulbright Scholarship* from various Overseas Universities. If the details information with the related links to download the required forms, norms & conditions to avail this Opportunity can be furnished via the forum, other professional friends will get benefit out of it. I am expecting the response from qualified Fulbright Scholars. In many instances I have seen these designation used to be declared by our professionals. Regards Premaraj Mishra Asst. Librarian NSHM Knowledge Campus Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Educational Resources: Learning Objects for all!
by Shriram Pandey 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Dear List Members, The IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies seeks original manuscripts for a Special Issue on Open Educational Resources scheduled to appear in the Summer of 2009. The aim of this special issue is to further our understanding on how the promise of ubiquitous reusable content for learning can be realized with technology that enables open educational resources to be made available, adapted and reused at global scale. Further information available at : http://erikduval.wordpress.com/2009/01/07/open-educational-resources-learni… -- --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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draft ugc pay regulation 2009
by Baban Chavan 18 Feb '09

18 Feb '09

Date:-15/02/2009 To * * Dear professionals pl. go, through the ugc draft on pay regulation on its site and feedback to kcpathak @ ugc.ac.in upto 20th feb 2009 Sub:- Draft U.G.C. Notification revision of pay scales 2009 I Would like to bring your attention to following points related to library & physical professionals. 1. *For professors* post direct recruitment -*12 year* teaching exp-at university or college or other level .But *for librarian* it is *13 * year of which 5 year as deputy librarian or 10 year as a college librarian or assistant librarian university with same qualifications for professor *this is not the justice and parity* . *There should not be the difference between teachers & librarians in case of experience or other conditions for direct recruitment or CAS as the both posts are of equql cadre drawing same scale.* 2. *For the Associate professors* post direct recruitment- *8 years*teaching exp-at university or college or other level .But *for Deputy librarian it is 10year* of which 5 year as Assistant librarian in uni. or 5year as a college librarian with same qualifications *for ass. proffesor this is not the justice and parity . There should not be the difference between teachers & librarians in case of experience or other conditions for direct recruitment or CAs as the both posts are of equql* cadre drawing same scale. 3. *The direct recruited associate professor will be placed in 37400-67000 with A.G.P. 9000. However the deputy librarian wiil be placed in 15600-39100with A.G.P. & will move into 37400-67000 with A.G.P. 9000 after 3years* this is not the justice because both post have same qualifications at the time of recruitment. 4. At U.G& P.G. level colleges like university 10 % post of post of professor will be created & there will be only one professor post in each deptt. *What about library and physical education professional as library & physical education deptt are also a academic deptts. Librarian & director of physical education in college must be provided with such avenue and they must be given higher AGP 10000 and designated as librarian & Director of physical education itself in colleges . As the 10% professors in university deptt will be placed in 12000 higher AGP & will be designated as professor(Here this avenue should be made available to university librarian & Director of physical education directors what the professors have in* *universities.) following all the term & conditions of U.G.C.* 5. *Lastly the criterion of evalution for C.A.S. & Direct recruitment for All post seems appropriate but need to look as the fear is that incumbent may be deprived from benefits.* * * *You are kindly requested to see into the matter.* * * *Thanking you * * * * * *yours faithfully* * * *B.V.Chavan* *Librarian* *Sangamner college* *Sangamner * *Dist –Ahmednagar* *Maharashtra 422605* * * *Email babanchavan(a)gmail.com*

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Inexplicable discrimination and disparity by the UGC
by sabuj kumar chaudhuri 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Many of us raising the various service conditions and our pay scale that has been reported in lthe atest UGC PRC Report and HRDG Report and all are absolutely correct.But still I could not understand when the UGC and the HRDG report are saying about parity of librarians with the teachers but throughout its report in all the key points they have discriminated these minority class. They are looking for NET/SET qualification in addition to 55% in MLIS for the post of College Librarian/Assistant librarian in the university but from their reports it appear that possibly they are determined not to redeignate us as Assistant Professors in LIS. Though the UGC is advocating the modern outlook in higher education of the country but actually they are satisfying the popular demands of the teachers with vested interest.With the time the stereotype definition of the "teachers" and "teaching" must be changed. Librarians are teachers in their own right. They must not think themselves no more subordinate to the teachers.They have allowed Major/Minor research project, PhD project for the librarians in this report but they have not spent not a single word on our leave rules like FIP leave, study leave and other admissible leaves for teachers.It is absolutely undemocratic and step-motherly-attitude towards us.Our collleagues have already mentioned about the disparities for promotion to the post of Deputy Librarian and Librarian.Until we are being redesignated as Assistant Professors/ Associate Professors/ Professors-this problem will be continued and we the librarians will suffer forever.It is the one and only one remedy for restore our selfrespect.We must fight back to make the UGC compel to think about the matter seriously for its immediate redressal. with best wishes to all. sabuj ---------------------------------------------- Dr. Sabuj Kumar Chaudhuri Librarian Basanti Devi College [http://www.basantidevicollege.org] (An affiliated college under University of Calcutta) 147B, Rash Behari Avenue Kolkata-700 029, West Bengal India Phone:(033)24641012 email:sabooj_c@yahoo.co.in ;sabuj_c(a)yahoo.co.uk ;sabujkumarchaudhuri(a)gmail.com website:http://www.geocities.com/sabuj_c/sabuj.html ---------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CSLG, JNU Lecture on "Obama's Stunning Victory - Winning and Loosing in an Internet Age" by Prof Daniel Drache
by Puna Das 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Centre for the Study of Law and Governance, Jawaharlal Nehru University Invites you to a Special Seminar by Daniel Drache Associate Director, Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies and Professor of Political Science, York University on "Obama's Stunning Victory - Winning and Loosing in an Internet Age" Thursday February 19th 2009 4.00 PM Conference Room, CSLG, JNU, New Delhi Abstract This talk will focus on the importance of Web 2.0 and Facebook to Obama's electoral success. I will examine the growth of managerialism in political elections in which increasingly there is no clear winner in a conventional sense. The Obama victory is exceptional on many levels as I will explain and represents a break with machine style politics. People across the world are fascinated by his leadership. He was the first modern leader to exploit new infomation technologies that uses discussion groups, chat rooms and virtual organizations on Facebook to create a political movement to mobilize his mass base. I will explain in some detail how Obama's campaign allowed people to get involved actively and how they became the generators of ideas and suggestions. These virtual modes of communicating with the public, helped create a clear choice for the Americans. In particular, technology helped Obama reach the critical voters below the age of 30, and to win their hearts. This process was coordinated by paid staff across about 780 regional offices in the US. The campaign also included texting through cell phone networks and e-mails as an important promotional component. We need to establish the lessons from Obama's electoral success and I will draw upon both Habermas' idea of the sphere of interactive communication and Hannah Arendt's idea of the right to have rights as pivotal notions in new citizenship practice and the emergence of defiant global publics. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with friends all over the world. Get Yahoo! India Messenger at http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/?wm=n/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC Notification on Pay Revision and Service Conditions
by Dr. Nabi Hasan 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear professionals, the UGC has drafted a proposed Notification on Pay Revision and Service Condition which may be downloaded from the following Link: http://www.ugc.ac.in/notices/draftregulation.pdf Best regards, -- Nabi Hasan, Ph.D., CICTAL, Borlaug Fellow University Library CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University Palampur (H.P.)- 176 062, India Phone: +91-1894-283184 (Direct), 230361 (Off.), 234571 (Res.) Cell- +91-9418493990 Fax- +91-1894-230361 E-mail: nabihasan(a)rediffmail.com nabihasan(a)gmail.com Web: http://hillagric.ernet Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Designing dynamic web sites at IIPA, New Delhi
by IIPA NEW DELHI 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

*National Workshop on* *Designing Dynamic Web Sites* 15-18 April, 2009 Venue: Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), I.P. Estate, Ring Road, New Delhi 110 002 * * Organized by *Librarians Cultural Forum* & *Indian Institute of Public Administration * * * *Organizing Team* *Workshop Coordinator* Prof. J.L. Sardana President Librarians Cultural Forum Former Head, Dept. of Lib & Inf Sc University of Delhi, Delhi jlsardana02(a)yahoo.com libforum(a)yahoo.co.in *Workshop Director* Dr Usha Mujoo Munshi Librarian Indian Institute of Public Administration New Delhi umunshi(a)gmail.com *Workshop Advisor* Dr S.M. Dhawan Former Scientist F & Head Library and Information Services National Physical Lab. Delhi smdhawan(a)yahoo.com * * *Founder Member (*Librarians Cultural Forum): Sh M K Jain 149 Laxmibai Nagar, New Delhi 110 023 *Programme Manager* Dr Narender Kumar, Deputy Librarian, Delhi University narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com * * *Joint Programme Managers* Mrs. Sunita Gulati Dy Librarian , IIPA, New Delhi Sunitapramod(a)hotmail.com Mr. HC Yadav Asst. Librarian, IIPA, New Delhi *hcyadav(a)gmail.com* *Prologue* The web is evolving, and everyday new features are popping up on our browsers. It is bringing disruptive changes and challenging our concerns and considerations of web applications and services. It is also challenging our current forms of offering information services to users. In this changing environment, the libraries/institutions that facilitate integration with e-learning environment and ensure user centricity and web based applications would surf to the top and survive. Social computing applications to meet users need *When*, *Where* and *How* they require - is the need of the hour. Therefore, it becomes imperative for the libraries/institutions to use flexible best of breed systems, thereby providing a framework for integrating changes into all levels of operations. It is with this view that the present workshop is being organized to get information professionals groomed into the emerging technologies for providing services in most effective and efficient way and be in tune with the new web based environment. *Workshop Objectives* The purpose of this workshop is to provide training to information professionals in web content management and expose them to important concepts of emerging web 2.0 technologies. Broadly the workshop objectives are: · To provide background knowledge of emerging web technologies · To offer training in fundamentals of web designing and development · To offer first hand knowledge and training in various web applications for creating a social network among its users · To learn how Web 2.0 technologies might propel changes in libraries manage their collections and user access · Training in integration of new features for facilitating and enriching library services. · Train information professionals to share knowledge and publish useful information such as library guides, e-mail alerts, library blog, subject wiki, RSS alerts for library news,implement IM reference for getting hooked with users, and social bookmarking · To experiment with and use lib 2.0 tools and related concepts. *Workshop Content* The Workshop will focus on fundamentals of web designing, web-technologies to build static and dynamic web sites, web-database integration, web 2.0 technologies, lib 2.0 tools, advanced features of content rich sites, etc. The workshop would facilitate generating content rich sites, user-librarian participation and help in providing a range of web based services including CAS services * * Pedagogy The Workshop will be conducted at the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi. The pedagogy will be mix of lectures, discussions and hands-on sessions. Each participant will be provided with a CD-ROM comprising of presentations, lecture notes, and relevant resource material. *Workshop Faculty* Experts in the relevant area will be invited from the different institutes and universities in India. * * Target Audience The Workshop will be beneficial to library and information science professionals, research scholars, and other interested persons with good working knowledge of Information Technology. The workshop participation is restricted to a maximum of 25 participants. The participants will be selected on first-cum-first served basis. *Workshop Effect * At the end of the Workshop, the participants are expected to be well versed and confident of developing content rich dynamic sites for facilitating effective library services to its users and create a participative environment through the website. * * *Registration * Registration for the Workshop opens on Monday, *February 16,** 2009*. Registration Fee: Rs. 4500/- per participant, which includes Workshop Kit, Course material, Working Lunch and Tea. Please send the payment by Cross Cheque/ DD payable at Delhi in favour of *Librarians Cultural Forum.* Please confirm in advance your intent to attend the Workshop by email to Programme Manager. * * *Accommodation * Accommodation for participants can be arranged on demand in the IIPA Guest House as per actuals, approx Rs 750-1250 per day for a double bed room. * * *About Librarians Cultural Forum* Librarians Cultural Forum is a society registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. Its salient aims and objectives are: · Organizing Workshops / Training programmes / Lectures/ Seminars/ Conferences/ Panel discussions, etc. · Promoting cooperation among library fraternity through welfare, and cultural activities in and outside India. · Providing counselling and consultancy services · Organizing Book Fairs, Book exhibitions/ Author meets, Book talks, etc. · Helping students by providing scholarships as well as financial assistance. · Evolving code of conduct and ethics of library use · Developing exchange programmes of library & information professionals in India and outside India. *For further details please contact* *Workshop** Coordinator*: Prof J L Sardana Tel:011-23072138 libforum@yahoo.co.in;jlsardana02@yahoo.com *Workshop Director :*Dr Usha Mujoo Munshi : umunshi(a)gmail.com** *Programme Manager*: Dr Narender Kumar narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com M:09868288216 *Joint Programme Managers** * Mrs. Sunita Gulati ; Sunitapramod(a)hotmail.com M:09313713934 Mr. HC Yadav *hcyadav(a)gmail.com *M:09868534480 * * * * *National Workshop on* *Designing Dynamic Web Sites* 15-18 April, 2009 Venue: Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), I.P. Estate, Ring Road, New Delhi 110 002 *Registration Form* *Participant's Name:*________________________________ * * *Designation :* _____________________________________ * * *Name and Address of the Institution__________________ * _________________________________________________ * * *Tel: ( *O) (R) *e-mail: * Do you require accommodation during the Workshop? Yes / No If Yes, please contact us but not later than 31 March 2009 *Demand Draft **(Payable to Librarians Cultural Forum )* * **No *_________________*Drawn on__*___________________ *Amount Rs.*__________ *Date *_____________________ *Signature* Post this form to Dr Narender Kumar, *Programme Manager*, Deputy Librarian, Central Library, Delhi University Library System, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007. Email: narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies in Matatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
by Vinod Singh 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear Professionals Post: 1. Assistant Librarian (8000-275-13500)= 2 (UR). Note: 1 post is leave vacancy. Last Date: 30 March 2009. Application form is available only at the university. More details log on http://www.mgkvp.ac.in. With love Vikusi Research Scholar DLIS University of Delhi Delhi-7 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Eligibility Conditions for Appointment in Universities and Colleges
by Ajay Kamble 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

According to the Report of the Committee to Review the Pay Scales and Service Conditions of University and College Teachers, 2008, Eligibility Conditions for Appointment in Universities and Colleges Besides the other qualifications laid down by the UGC for the post of Assistant Professor, qualifying in the NET/SET examination shall be essential for being eligible to apply for the post of Assistant Professor. However, those who possess a Ph.D degree in the subject shall be exempted from the NET/SET qualifications, provided the Universities, however, carry out reforms to raise the standard of Ph.D. degrees. Those possessing M. Phil degrees shall be no more exempt from qualifying the NET/SET examination. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Librarian
by Ajay Kamble 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Shree Warana Shikshan Mandal's Tatyasaheb Kore College of Pharmacy, WaranaNagar, Tal Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur - 416113 for detailed information about the post, qualifications and other terms and conditions. Please visit www.unishivaji.ac.in. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Policy regards Librarians and D.P.E.s
by Ajay Kamble 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

According to the Report of the Committee to Review the Pay Scales and Service Conditions of University and College Teachers, 2008 Policy regards Librarians and D.P.E.s Most representatives of Librarians and D.P.E.s expressed satisfaction over the fact that parity had been maintained between their scales of pay and those of teachers at various levels and urged the present Pay Review Committee to continue to maintain this. However, they made the following observations about their service and working conditions and wanted the Committee to make suitable recommendations in this regard: 4.18.1 Promotion under CAS for Deputy Librarians/Deputy D.P.Es While any number of Readers or Associate Professors could become Professors through the process of promotion under CAS, similar privileges were not available to Deputy Librarians or Deputy D.P.Es in universities since there is only one Librarian/D.P.E in the university. Therefore, some promotion facilities to Deputy Librarians and Deputy D.P.Es should be made available. 4.18.2 Research Projects, Sabbatical/Study Leave and Vacation facilities Librarians/D.P.E.s While the Librarians/D.P.Es have been recognized as teachers, many privileges like eligibility for applying for major and minor research projects, various kinds of leaves like the study and sabbatical leave, end of the session vacations were not available to them. These should be extended to them as well. 4.18.3 Upgradation of skill Librarians/D.P.E.s The situation of libraries and sports facilities, according to most library/sports staff representatives present in various meetings, was very pathetic since in most places the positions of librarians/D.P.Es were lying vacant and there was hardly any professional staff to manage them. There were also no opportunities for them to improve their professional skills through Refresher Courses or Orientation Programmes although the management of libraries as well as sports had become quite challenging thanks to the introduction of computers, and many other technical inputs. 4.18.4 Other professional staff of libraries and sports as academic staff It was also brought to the notice of the Committee that other professional staff like Professional Assistants, Cataloguers in libraries and Coaches etc., had been kept out of the purview of the Pay Review Committee since they had not been recognized as academic staff. The participants wanted them to be also recognized as academic staff and given appropriate scales of pay and other privileges. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations to Dr Poornima Narayana, Deputy Head ICAST, NAL
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE, Research) 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Congratulations to Dr. Poornima Narayana on her successful completion of Ph.D. She was carrying out research on "Problems and Perspectives in design and development of Institutional Repositories" under the guidance of Prof. B S Biradar, Chair & HOD, DLIS, Kuvempu University. She has been awarded the doctorate degree during the university's convocation held on 12th February 2009. Regards, Ananda T.Byrappa Manager, Whitney Knowledge Centre GE India Technology Centre 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore - 560066, INDIA Phone: 91-80-25032618 Fax: 91-80-28412114 email: ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com

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University Deputy Librarian
by Prabhash N. Rath 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

In addition to the points raised by Mr. Baban Chavan, I want to add one more point that for direct recruitment as deputy librarian in a University, one should have ten publications in indexed/ ISSN numbered journals or books having ISBN, whereas the required no. for Associate Professor is five. Thus, UGC asks more qualifications for direct recruitment to deputy librarians in one hand, while placing the salary in a much lower scale compared to associate professors. Prabhash Narayana Rath, Ph. D. Documentation Officer Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (University estd. under section 3 of UGC Act 1956) 846 Shivajinagar Agarkar Road Pune 411004 Ph: +91-20-25650287 (O.), 25678311 (R.) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Material on Seminar at IGNCA available at www.ignca.nic.in
by Dr. Ramesh Gaur 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear Colleagues, This is in reference to the Seminar on Digital Preservation and Access to Indian Cultural Heritage with Special reference to IGNCA Cultural Knowledge Resources organized by Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts during 31st January and 1st February, 2009. As per our feedback, the Seminar was successful in achieving its objectives and this success belongs to all including chairpersons of the various sessions, speakers, panelists, Rapporteurs, Rapporteur General, participants and Seminar Directors and above all hard work of staff of IGNCA particularly staff of Kala Nidhi Division. All the material including list of participants, final programme, photographs and presentations of various speakers is available under Kala Nidhi web page or conference web page from IGNCA home page www.ignca.nic.in . This is for the information of all concerned please. Regards ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) Librarian & Head-Kala Nidhi Division Coordinator- ABIA International Index Project Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts(IGNCA) (An Autonomous body under Ministry of Culture. Govt. of India) 5 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi-1 Phone: 91-11-23385442, 23385884 Fax: 91-11-22385884 Mobile: 91-9810487158 URL: www.ignca.gov.in Email: gaur(a)ignca.nic.in; rcgaur(a)bol.net.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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M.Phil in LIS
by divya singh 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear All, I would like to know that Vinayak University is offering M.Phil in LIS. Just wanna know is it worth doing M.Phil by this university? Regards Divya Singh Asstt. Librarian IMS Eng.. College

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(no subject)
by Indira 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear Professionals, In the Web Age, we need to upgrade ourselves as "Information Literacy Instructors". Can we? Here is an inspiring article "how a School Librarian strives for empowering the learners and teachers with Information Literacy". "The Future of Reading In Web Age, Library Job Gets Update" http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/16/books/16libr.html Hope we the LIS professionals will play a collaborative and tangible role as "information coaches" and "navigational sources" to give students a grounding "information research" skills and demystify the complex information spaces. Regards, Indira ----------------------------------------------------- Dr. Indira Koneru Faculty Member Dept. of Library Science Icfai Academic Wing 23, Nagarjuna Hills Hyderabad-500 082 India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Agripedia - Internet Accessible Interactive Multimedia Instructional Resource
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 17 Feb '09

17 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Agripedia - Internet Accessible Interactive Multimedia Instructional Resource Agripedia (http://www.ca.uky.edu/agripedia/) is developed by the University of Kentucky's College of Agriculture created with a USDA Higher Education Program Grant. Agripedia has been created to allow students to use resources across the country in an integrated, interactive learning resource on the Internet. As an "encyclopedia of agriculture", Agripedia presents facts, figures, demonstrations, examples, graphics, and more regarding the concepts, practices, and vocabulary of agriculture in a multimedia format using audio clips, graphics, text and animation. Important features of Agripedia are, 1. A "general encyclopedia" of agricultural information with a glossary of words and pictures and video to assist students in the learning process. 2. A centralized location for access to other Internet agricultural web sites/links. 3. A centralized starting point for all web site-related class materials within the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture. Agripedia is an innovative application of emerging technologies being used to meet some the challenges of education today. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Technological Innovation in Open Access for Agricultural and Environmental Information- Call for Papers and Posters - RIBDA 2009
by Imma Subirats 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

XV Inter-American Meeting for Librarians and Agricultural Information Specialists, RIBDA-2009 "Technological Innovation in Open Access for Agricultural and Environmental Information" Peru, National Library, Lima - 27, 28, 29, October, 2009 http://www.aibdaperu.org/ CALL FOR PAPERS AND POSTERS The Inter-American Association of Librarians and Agricultural Information Specialists, is pleased to invite all the professionals related to the management of agricultural and environment information, to participate in the fifteenth Edition of the Inter-American Meeting for Librarians and Agricultural Information Specialists Meeting to be held at the National Library of Peru, Lima, on 27th-29th October 2009. TOPICS 1.) Open Access to information in Agricultural Innovation in Latin and North America State of the Art - Research and Analysis. Promotion of Open Access movement (OA), applied to institutions around the world, such as FAO, focusing on the effort to reduce the access barriers to information. 2.) Perspectives on Open Access and Technologies for Information Management Exchange among creators, managers and users of information the technological possibilities for transferring information through Digital repositories, under quality standards for analysis and dissemination. 3.) Professional-Social Networks and Local Information Systems Emphasize the impact of OA movement in Latin America and North America, under Public information Policies, Local Information Systems, Tele-Centers and Specialist Management. Guarantee the multiple and intellectual property on scientific and ancestral knowledge in agricultural sciences through public and ethics information resources. 4.) Other issues and topics related, e.g. difficulties in accessing to agricultural or environmental information PRESENTING PROPOSALS FOR PAPERS AND POSTERS * The deadline for submitting the abstract along with complete author's details is by April 1st, 2009 for communications and May 1st, 2009 for posters * Abstracts (500 words minimum, maximum 900) must be sent by e-mail to aibdaperu(a)gmail.com and / or ceaibda2006(a)yahoo.es. * Must include a provisional title which clearly identifies the content, stating the main topic of the work * It can be in Spanish, Portuguese or English. * The author(s) should indicate personal full contact details and include summary curriculum vitae with the abstract Once reviewed, selected abstracts will be published in mid-April 2009 for Communications and in mid-May 2009 for Posters ELECTION OF ACCEPTED ABSTRACTS The work proposed will be reviewed by the XV International RIBDA 2009 Academic Committee, under the following criteria: * Contribution to the conference objectives, addressing the themes proposed * Originality and validity of the analysis method, tools used and results obtained * Inclusive works on ancient knowledge, capturing their best practices * Scientific Consistency, clarity, simplicity and cleanliness in divulging the results. We are looking forward to see you in XV RIBDA 2009! http://www.aibdaperu.org/ Imma Subirats On behalf of the RIBDA 2009 Organising Committee -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Memory of the World Programme - Awareness Survey 2009 <http://www.interpares.org/unesco/awareness_survey.cfm>
by Puna Das 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

Memory of the World Programme - Awareness Survey 2009 <http://www.interpares.org/unesco/awareness_survey.cfm> This survey is intended for library, archives and museum specialists, as well as anyone interested in preserving documentary heritage. Through its Memory of the World programme, UNESCO aims to promote preservation of, and disseminate information regarding, documentary heritage found in archival holdings and library and museum collections worldwide. The Programme includes national / regional committees, which help to initiate and support nominations within their respective regions. The Memory of the World Registers list documentary heritage of recognized world significance assessed on the basis of specific criteria outlined in the UNESCO Memory of the World General guidelines to safeguard documentary heritage. The purpose of this survey is to increase and assess awareness of the Programme and to encourage nominations to the Memory of the World Registers. UNESCO hopes to use feedback from this survey to further develop the Memory of the World Programme. The deadline for the survey is 30 April 2009. It can also be downloaded as a word document from <http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/files/28296/12344331753UNESCOQuestionnaire_F…> to be filled in and returned to: j.springer(a)unesco.org Fill in the form online: http://www.interpares.org/unesco/awareness_survey.cfm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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useful link to all Professionals
by arun mlisc 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

Dear all, A few days back I go through the one useful link for Information and the link integrated with Encyclopaedia, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Slide shows and etc. I hope its quite useful to our professionals and every ones, for that link please click on http://www.infoplease.com With regards, -- Arun kumar .D LIM Trainee, National Centre for Science Information, Indian Inst. of Science, Bangaloore-560012. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regional Workshops on Koha organised by DELNET
by Sangeeta Kaul 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

delnet announces Regional Workshops on on Koha - An Open-Source Integrated Library System (ILS) : An Ideal Opportunity for Libraries from March 16-18, 2009 at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Majhitar, Sikkim March 25-27, 2009 at DELNET, New Delhi Participation Fee (For India and SAARC countries) : Member Institutions of DELNET Rs 3000 per delegate (25% discount on participation fee of more than one delegate from the same organisation) Non-Member Institutions of DELNET Rs 3500 per delegate (25% discount on participation fee of more than one delegate from the same organisation) Participants from North-East Institutions Rs 1500 per delegate Accommodation charges extra. Detailed Brochure available at www.delnet.nic.in For further details write to : Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager & Workshop Coordinator DELNET-Developing Library Network JNU Campus, Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 32471010, 32471011 Fax: 91-11-26741122 Mobile : 09810329992 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in Web : www.delnet.nic.in Mr Sudhir Kumar Jena Librarian and Workshop Coordinator Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology Rangpo, East Sikkim Majhitar-737132 Sikkim Tel : 91-03592-246220, 09434864701 Email: librariansmit(a)gmail.com Web : www.smit.smu.edu.in _______________________________________________________________________________ Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager DELNET-Developing Library Network Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 32471010, 32471002, 32471011 Fax: 91-11-26741122 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in, sangskaul(a)gmail.com Web : www.delnet.nic.in ________________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Workshop on KOHA
by Dr. K M Haneefa 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

Dear All, [Apologies for seeing this message more than once] Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut in association with C H M K Library, University of Calicut is organizing a Two-Day National Workshop on Integrated Library Automation Package Koha scheduled to be held on 20-21 March 2009, at the INFONET Centre, University of Calicut. The purpose of the Workshop is to familiarize the participants with the open source KOHA software developed by Katipo Communications, New Zealand. KOHA is considered as a highly sophisticated Integrated Library System (ILS) in the open source domain which offers full featured ILS including OPAC, circulation, cataloguing, acquisitions, serials control etc. Objectives: • To introduce the LINUX operating system to the LIS professionals. • To acquaint the participants with the installation of KOHA. • To provide extensive hands on training to the participants so as to enable them to work independently. Target Audience The Workshop will be of immense benefit to LIS professionals working in any type of library. The number of participants is restricted to 30 and admission will be strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Extensive practical sessions/hands on training, enriched with interactive sessions will be the hallmark of the programme. Workshop Faculty The Workshop will be handled by experts with extensive practical experience in LINUX and KOHA. Participation Fee The Participation Fee for the Workshop is Rs.300 per participant. The fee covers the cost of course material, lunch and tea. The fee should be paid in the form of Demand Draft or local Cheque drawn in favour of Workshop Director, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut, Calicut University P.O., PIN-673 535, Kerala. After Workshop Technical Support DLISc., University of Calicut will be pleased to offer the technical support to libraries after the workshop for installation, maintenance, database migration etc. You are welcome to write to us for details. Application The Application should be made in the format given along with this brochure. The filled up application along with the DD/Cheque should reach to the Workshop Director on or before 10th March 2009. Contact Details Dr. Jalaja V. Workshop Director Reader and Head Department of Library and Information Science University of Calicut Calicut University P.O., PIN-673 535, Kerala, Phone: 9847527564 Coordinators Dr. T A Abdul Azeez University Librarian (i/c), University of Calicut, Phone: 9447332612 T.M. Vasudevan Lecturer, Department of Library & Information Science University of Calicut, Phone :9446418742 Dr. Mohamed Haneefa K Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Science University of Calicut, E-mail: hanee4u(a)gmail.com, Phone: 9895622811 NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON KOHA March 20-21, 2009 REGISTRATION FORM Name (Dr/Prof/Ms/Mr) Designation Institution Postal Address City State Phone with STD Mobile Email Highest Qualification Other Qualifications Workshop Fee Rs. Payment Details Draft/Cheque No: Date: Signature of the Participant Date ________________________________ Dr. Mohamed Haneefa K Lecturer Department of Library & Information Science University of Calicut, KERALA, INDIA Phone (Office) :+91-494-2401144 * 286 Mobile No. 09895622811 E-mail ID: hanee4u(a)gmail.com

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LIS Links Launched Free SMS Alert for LIS related information for the Indian
by Badan Barman 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

Dear forum members, In my earlier post to the forum, some information are omitted, due to my own negligence. Here is the complete massage. >From now onwards LIS Links members and subscriber can get free SMS Alert from the following LIS related blogs. (Title and Dates only). Jobs in LIS in India: http://lisjob. blogspot. com/<http://lisjob.blogspot.com/> Upcoming Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and Refresher Courses in LIS in India: http://lisseminar. blogspot. com/ <http://lisseminar.blogspot.com/> Latest Happenings and Contemporary Issues in LIS: http://lislatest. blogspot. com/ <http://lislatest.blogspot.com/> Awards, Prizes, Scholarships or Fellowships in LIS: http://lisscholarsh ip.blogspot. com/ <http://lisscholarship.blogspot.com/> Admission Notice for Courses in LIS in India: http://liscourse. blogspot. com/ <http://liscourse.blogspot.com/> Indian Library and Information Science Book Review: http://lisbr. blogspot. com/ <http://lisbr.blogspot.com/> Reports of Seminars, Conferences and Workshops in LIS in India: http://lisreport. blogspot. com/ <http://lisreport.blogspot.com/> For SMS subscription please a) Visit the blog you are interested. b) Look at the left hand side bar of the blog and click on "Receive SMS an alert when new content is published on this site for free". c) Follow the instruction, the system specifies. Or Send: JOIN Jobs_in_LIS_in_India to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Seminars_in_LIS_in_India to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Latest_Happenings_in_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Awards_in_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Admission_Notice_In_LIS to 9870807070 Send: JOIN LIS_Book_Review to 9870807070 Send: JOIN Seminars_Reports_LIS to 9870807070 Also don't forget to join us over: LIS Links: Connecting LIS Professional in India: http://lislinks. ning.com/ <http://lislinks.ning.com/> Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam, Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Website: www.kkhsou.org

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Using Knowledge to Improvement Development Effectiveness
by Shriram Pandey 16 Feb '09

16 Feb '09

Dear Colleagues, In 1996 the World Bank committed itself to becoming a "global knowledge bank," using knowledge to improve the development effectiveness of its work. In fiscal 2008, the Bank reiterated its focus on knowledge and learning, naming it as one of its six strategic directions. This evaluation focuses on two of the analytical and advisory activities through which the Bank provides knowledge to its client countries: economic and sector work (ESW) and non-lending technical assistance (TA). The full article (executive summary) is available at : http://siteresources.worldbank.org/EXTECOSECWOR/Resources/exec_summary.pdf --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - MLIS(BHU), IKM(IISc), UGC-NET (JRF) Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Two Day National Conference at Wardha
by Ajay Kamble 14 Feb '09

14 Feb '09

Lok Shikshan Prasarak Mandal, Wardha's Lok Mahavidyalaya has organised Two Day UGC sponsored National Conference on "Modernisation of College Library Services and Re-orientation" on 28th Feb - 1st March, 2009 at Sane Guruji Granthalaya Hall, Lok Mahravidyalaya, Bachelor Road, Wardha - 442 001. Registration Fees : Rs. 300 (It includes Accomodation, Conference Kit and Food) Rs. 200(for students) Last date of Paper Submission : 15th February 2009. Send your paper at : Pushapa_Imv(a)rediffmail.com -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON FREE AND OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE
by utpal pal 14 Feb '09

14 Feb '09

A National Workshop on Free and open source software jointly organized by Central library, Burdwan University & The Institution of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), Burdwan Sub Centre is going to be held on and from 20-22 February 09 at the Central Library, The University of Burdwan. * *Prof. Debesh Das, MIC IT, Govt. of West Bengal has inaugurate the workshop. Prof Nandini Mukherjee, Dept of Computer Science & Engg., Jadavpur University, Kolkata-32 & Secretary Institute of Open Technology & Application , West Bengal , delivered the key note address at the workshop. Intending candidates are requested to see university website( www.buruniv.ac.in <http://mail.google.com/mail/www.buruniv.ac.in>) for detailed information and confirm their participation on and before 18th February, 2009. Regards, Utpal Pal palutpal(a)gmail.com <http://mail.google.com/mail/palutpal@gmail.com> Junior Librarian Dr. B.C.Roy Engineering College Durgapur – 713206 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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HSSC Advt. No.2/2009 for various posts for Librarian
by Anita�Vashistha 14 Feb '09

14 Feb '09

11 February, 2009 HSSC Advt. No.2/2009 for various posts Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) Bays No. 67-70, Sector-2, Panchkula-134151 Adv. No. 2/2009 *Closing date for receipt of applications in the Commission's office : 10/03/2009 * Applications are invited through Registered Post by Haryana SSC for the under mentioned posts on the prescribed application form. The candidates should specify on the top of the envelope the word - Advt. No., Name and Category of the post applied for : Urban Local Bodies Junior Engineer (Civil) : 59 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 17-40 years *Librarian for various Municipal Committees : 12 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years *Building Inspector for various Municipal Committees : 72 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Land Officer for various Municipal Committees : 03 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Sanitary Inspector for various Municipal Committees : 29 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4000-6000, Age : 17-40 years Electrician : 03 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.3050-4590, Age : 17-40 years Light Inspector for various Municipal Committees : 10 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.3050-4590, Age : 17-40 years Health Department Operation Theatre Assistant : 05 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4000-6000, Age : 17-40 years Ophthalmic Assistant : 13 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years PWD B&R Department Junior Engineer (Civil) : 91 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 17-40 years Junior Engineer (Electrical) : 16 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 17-40 years Assistant Draftsman (Mechanical) : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Transport Department Haryana Motor Vehicle Inspector : 38 posts, Pay Band : Rs.9300-34800 with a start at Rs.10230+Grade Pay Rs.3600, Age : 18-40 years Transport Sub-Inspector : 39 posts, Pay Band: Rs.5200-2020 with a start of Rs.5680+Grade Pay Rs.1900, Age : 18-40 years Agriculture Department, Haryana Sectional Officer (Geology) : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 18-40 years Junior Scientific Assistant : 09 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4000-6000, Age : 17-40 years Laboratory Assistant : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.3050-4590, Age : 18-40 years Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited Junior Scale Stenographer : 36 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-8000, Age : 18-40 years Steno Typist : 10 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4000-6000, Age : 18-40 years Lab Technician : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.4625-7250, Age : 18-40 years Pharmacist : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-8000, Age : 18-40 years Hindi Translator : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5450-8000, Age : 18-40 years Editing Assistant : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 18-40 years Haryana Urban Development Authority Tracer (Engineering Wing) : 03 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.3200-4900, Age : 17-40 years Tracer (T&C Wing) : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.3200-4900, Age : 17-40 years Assistant Draftsman (T&C Wing) : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Steno-Typist : 06 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.3050-4590+Rs.100 Spl. Pay, Age : 17-40 years Account Assistant : 11 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Accountant : 03 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.6500-9900, Age : 17-40 years Junior Engineer (Civil) : 06 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 17-40 years Junior Engineer (Horticulture) : 03 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.5500-9000, Age : 17-40 years Architectural Assistant : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.6500-9900 + Rs.100 Spl. Pay, Age : 17-40 years Senior Scale Stenographer : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.5000-7850, Age : 17-40 years Junior Scale Stenographer : 91 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.4000-6000, Age : 17-40 years *Fee: *Fee at the following rates should be deposited in the Haryana Govt. Treasury under the head "0051 - H.P.S.C.-(103)-Staff Selection Commission, Haryana- Application fee and other receipts" *General- Rs.150/- for all the posts having pay scale more or Rs.4000-6000 and Rs.100/- for the posts having less pay scale to Rs.4000-6000 SC/BC/ ESM/ PH candidates of Haryana- Rs.35/- for for all the posts having pay scale more or Rs.4000-6000 and Rs.25/- for the posts having less pay scale to Rs.4000-6000 * No concession of fee for SC/BC/ESM from other states. Candidates from outside will be treated as General and should send fee by Postal Order which should be in the favour of "Secretary, Haryana Staff Selection Commission" payable Panchkula. Reservation and Age relaxation as per Govt. orders. How to apply : Application forms complete in all respect - only one form should be filled by the candidate - in their own handwriting in capital letters and signed in the specified space should be sent only *through Registered Post to the Secretary, Haryana Staff Selection Commission, Bay No 67-70, Sector-2, Panchkula-134151. All the column of the application form should be filled in. The last date is 10/03/2009.* Detailed scanned advertisement is available at file named *_Hssc-02-09-Jobs.jpg _at the website http://sites.google.com/site/sarkari-naukri. *Application Form is separately also available at* http://governmentjob.googlepages.com/HaryanaSSCForm.pdf Thanks & Regards Anita Vashistha * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. --------------------------------------------- Napino Auto & Electronics Ltd, Gurgaon, India !-- Virus-Free Mail Using AntiVirus for IQ Mail & QuickHeal Engine --!

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Procedure to join Maharashtra Librarians Online Study Circle
by Ajay Kamble 13 Feb '09

13 Feb '09

Dear Library Professionals, Many queries come to us asking the procedure of taking the membership of MLOSC. The procedure is as follows : For Free Membership of the Maharashtra Librarians Online Study Circle... All you need is a gmail account... if not create an Gmail account first... Then go to www.mlsc.co.nr. Direct link is there on homepage of www.mlsc.co.nr for membership.. by clicking on it, u are directed to our google group where u have to click on the "apply for membership". Here, It will ask you all your details... *Dont forget to put your details there.... Remember its important*... then wait for moderator approval.... All applications are approved the same or the next day, if all the information needed is provided... -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Nasa opens up space image library
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 13 Feb '09

13 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Nasa opens up space image library Historic Photgraphs, film and Videos are available to the public http://www.iwr.co.uk/information-world-review/news/2222568/nasa-opens-space… Nasa is to make its huge collection of historic photographs, film and video available to the public for the first time. A partnership with the non-profit Internet Archive will see 21 major Nasa imagery collections merged into a single searchable online resource. The launch is the first step in a five-year partnership that will add millions of images and thousands of hours of video and audio content, with enhanced search and viewing capabilities and new user features. Over time, the integration of Nasaimages.org will become more seamless and comprehensive with the main Nasa site. New resource also will enable the agency to digitise and preserve historical content now not available on the internet for future generations. The content of the site covers all the diverse activities of America's space programme, including imagery from the Apollo missions, Hubble Space Telescope views of the universe and experimental aircraft past and present. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NASA Spacelink
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 13 Feb '09

13 Feb '09

Dear Friends, NASA Spacelink and other information providers across NASA are moving content into the NASA home page. The NASA home page is now the best place to find the type of content you have come to expect from Spacelink. The Spacelink team looks forward to serving you through NASA's premier Web site. www.nasa.gov. This is the beginning point to explore NASA on the Web. Here one can see the showcased initiatives and the find breaking news. For NASA Educational news and initiatives seperate NASA home pages are available. They are For Educator For Students For NASA Kids' Club Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Unesco TTT in Informatin Literacy Workshop
by Indira 13 Feb '09

13 Feb '09

Dear Professionals, You can download " <http://www.albertkb.nl/mediapool/60/608240/data/How_to_Create_an_Institutio nal_Infolit_Program.zip> How to Create an Institutional Information Literacy Program" used for the UNESCO Training The Trainers in Information Literacy workshop, relevant course materials and End reports from: http://www.albertkb.nl/pageID_5366125.html Regards, Indira ---------------------------------------------------- Dr. Indira Koneru Faculty Member Dept. of Library Science Icfai Academic Wing 23, Nagarjuna Hills Hyderabad-500 082 India

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Romeo has reached 500 publisher
by Mallikarjun 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Dear All. ROMEO has reached 500 publisher policies on self archiving. link to the news http://www.sherpa.ac.uk/news/romeo500.htm Visit ROMEO for details http://www.sherpa.ac.uk/romeo/ Its shows the growing popularity of Open Access. thanks ________________________________________________________________:-) Mallikarjun Dora Professional Assistant Vikram Sarabhai Library IIM, Ahemadabad ...The Future is here, Its just unevenly distributed..... http://curiouslib.blogspot.com/ Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/

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BUACLA Membership Form
by Ajay Kamble 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Dear All, To take the membership of Bombay University Affiliated College Librarians Association, you can download the application form from www.mlsc.co.nr => BUACLA NEWS page. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202

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Workshop on Engineering Librarianship
by Mailing List Admin 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:27:49 +0530 (IST) Gangadhar KC <gangadhar67(a)yahoo.com> Dear LIS�Professionals, We are conducting a 3-Days workshop on "Engineering Librarianship (ELS)-2009: Perspectives & Future" from 26th to 28th February, 2009. In this workshop, the resource persons will address issues on Trends & Challenges in Engineering Libraries, Networking of Libraries, Resource sharing through Consortia, AICTE Norms, and ICT fundamentals including DSpace installation-practical session. Participation fees:� Rs.500/- Last Day for Submission of application: 21st �Feb, 2009 Intimation of Acceptance: 24th �February 2009 REGISTRATION FORM � Workshop on Engineering Librarianship (ELS):2009 Perspectives & Futures To, The Principal, NMIT, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. From: Name of the Delegate: Designation: Mailing Address: E-mail: Date & DD No. for Rs. 500/- Signature of Participant: Date & Seal of Sponsoring Authority� � Thanking you, Yours faithfully, Gangadhar K.C. Senior Librarian Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology P.B.No.6429, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. Ph:080-2856 3616, 5768 4111 Res:080-27627123 Cell: 93798 35009 / 99865 03441

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National Conference on Public Libraries
by Byanktesh Narain Singh 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

*Conference Announcement and Call for Papers* *Role of Public Libraries in the * *Emerging Knowledge Society in India* National Conference on Public Libraries 1- 3 April 2009 *Venue* India International Centre 40, Max Mueller Marg Lodhi Estate New Delhi-110003 * *Organized by *Librarians Cultural Forum* *&* *India International Centre* * * *Introduction* * * *For long public libraries have been meeting the educational, informational, and recreational needs of the people of all ages in the community. However, in the context of emerging era of knowledge society, the public libraries have arrived at a critical moment in their services. The key issue is - could public libraries be incorporated as key players in knowledge society. In the perception of general public, public libraries have traditionally been recognized as centres of popular reading materials, popular reference materials for community and business, or community information centres or community activities centres. But rarely public libraries have been considered and evaluated as serious centres for life long learning or self directed learning utilizing new technologies. In the context of emerging era of knowledge society, the need of the hour is to make public libraries as vibrant centres of learning and communication and as community hubs for people to access networked information. The public libraries need to complement formal education system by providing a resource base and to emerge as platform for public to participate in lifelong learning. Investment in human capital is foundation of success in knowledge-based global economy in this century. Thus, public libraries need to look for opportunities and services to facilitate life long learning. *The conference is going to provide a good opportunity to all stakeholders to discuss and debate the kind of issues that Indian public libraries are going to deal with in the context of knowledge based society in the next couple of years. *Conference Objectives* The purpose of this conference is to provide a platform to all stakeholders in public libraries to enable them to discuss and debate the current and emerging public library roles, evaluate the strengths and weakness of the public library system and the public libraries, and assess their preparedness to provide new services and facilities in the context of emerging knowledge society. The major objectives of the conference will be as follows: · To discuss the role of public libraries in the knowledge society · To discuss and plan library collections, services, and facilities for life long learning · To identify education and training needs of in-service public library staff · To discuss rural libraries issues in the context of information society · To discuss issues and plan strategies for implementing new roles and services * * *Major Themes * * * - Planning Public Library Growth and Development - Public Library Linkages with Academic and Special Libraries - Rural libraries: Need services growth and development- issues and strategies - Public Library Performance and Evaluation Issues and Strategies - Education and Training Issues and Strategies for the benefit of In-service staff - Collection Development Issues - Best Library Practices, Standards and Guidelines - Personnel Management Models - Public Library System/Services in North East Region. - Public Library Legislation – Need and Critical Evaluation of the Existing Legislation. - National Library Mission: Roles, Functions and Organizational Structure *Call for Papers* Conference invites original papers of quality on case studies on public libraries, cutting-edge technologies, state-of-the- art, etc. on the theme and sub-themes of the conference. The last date for receiving the contributed papers is March 10, 2009. The authors may intimate their intention to contribute the paper by email to the *Organising Secretary* latest by February 28, 2009. The contributed papers will be peer reviewed by the editorial committee and its decision to accept the paper for the conference volume shall be final and binding on the contributors. The contributed paper should be confined to 2000-2500 words printed on A4 size page in 11 point type size with 1.5 line spacing. A copy of the paper may also be sent by email to the *Organizing Secretary*alongwith the hardcopy addressed to the *Chairman* of the Organising Team. The hardcopy of the paper should be submitted alongwith authorization for editing the manuscript and also that the paper is original and does not violet provisions of the copyright law. The draft of the authorization letter will be sent to the author intending to contribute the paper. The drawings and diagrams and tables should be clearly drawn. Maps if any would need the approval of Surveyor General of India. *Accommodation* Efforts would be made to arrange accommodation for participants on demand in guest houses of universities and government institutions within Delhi. The participant will have to pay separately for accommodation and boarding. Double bed room tariff varies from Rs 600 to Rs 1200. Request for reservation will be entertained on advance payment by 10th March, 2009. *Registration* Registration for the conference opens on February 6, 2009*. *Registration charges will be as follows: Institutional participants Rs 2500/- Individual participants Rs 1500/- Senior citizens, Bonafide Students of Lib. & Info. Sc. Rs 1500/- Library Cultural Forum members Rs 1500/- The registration fee includes Conference Kit, Working Lunch and Tea. Please send payment by Cross Cheque/ DD payable in Delhi in favour of *Librarians Cultural Forum.* Please mail your confirmation to attend the Conference to the Organizing Secretary Dr Narender Kumar, Deputy Librarian, Delhi University Library System, University of Delhi, Delhi narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com F*or further details please contact:* * *Organizing Secretary: Dr Narender Kumar, Deputy Librarian, Delhi University Library System, Central Library, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007 Email: narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com. Phone: 27667185; Mob: 9868288216 Chairman of the Organising Team: Prof. J.L. Sardana, Former Head, Dept. of Library & Information Science, University of Delhi, Delhi Email: libforum(a)yahoo.co.in jlsardana02(a)yahoo.com Sushma Zutshi, Librarian, India International Centre, 40, Max Mueller Marg, Lodhi Estate Tel. 011-24619431, Email: sushmaz25(a)hotmail.com * * *Role of Public Libraries in the * *Emerging Knowledge Society in India* * * *National Conference on Public Libraries* 1 - 3 April 2009 Venue: India International Centre, New Delhi *Registration Form* * * *Participant's Name:*____________________________________________________ * * *Designation :* _____________________________________ * * *Name and Address of the Institution_______________________________________ *______________________________________________________________________ * * *Tel: ( O)* *(R) e-mail: * Do you require accommodation during the Conference? Yes / No If Yes, please contact us by March 10, 2009 *Demand Draft ( **Payable to Librarians Cultural Forum) **No. * _________________*Drawn on__*___________________ *Amount Rs.*______________ *Date *_____________________ *Signature* Post this form to Organizing Secretary: Dr Narender Kumar, Deputy Librarian, Delhi University Library System, Central Library, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007 Email: narenderkumar59(a)yahoo.com Phone: 27667185; Mob: 9868288216 * * -- Dr. B. N. Singh S. Librarian National Museum Institute (Deemed University) Janpath New Delhi 110011 Tel. 011-23012988 (M) 9312919313 Email: byanktesh(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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Library posts in JNU
by Apurba Jyoti Majumder 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Deputy Librarian, Assistant Librarian and Professional Assistant in JNU, New Delhi<http://lisjob.blogspot.com/2009/02/deputy-librarian-assistant-librarian.html> Last Date: 09-03-2009 Deputy Librarian (1-UR), Assistant Librarian(2-UR, 1-OBC) and Professional Assistant(3-UR, 1-SC) in JNU, New Delhi. URL of Job Posting Site: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Career/Advt_Feb10.doc -- Apurba Jyoti Majumder, JRF Deptt. of Library & Information Science. Arts Block, Gauhati University. Guwahati- 781014 Cell No: 09435268733, 09707626388 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the Post of Librarians
by Ajay Kamble 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

1. Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, Ratnagiri. Applications with full details should reach the Secretary, Hope Foundation, Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, P-60, P-60/1, MIDC, Mirjole, Ratnagiri - 415639 on or before 25th Feb. 2009. for more details visit www.famt.ac.in 2. Vacancy for the post of Librarian at M.P.S.P.S. College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Mumbai. Applications with full details should reach the President, Uttar Bhartiya Sangh's Mahendra Pratap Sharada Prasad Singh college of Arts, Commerce and Science, Plot No. 629/1243, Behind Teachers Colony, Bandra (E), Mumbai - 400 051 on or before 25th Feb. 2009. for more details visit www.famt.ac.in -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Autoamtion
by binu david 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Dear Colleagues Do any friends have a sample copy of proposal on library automation done for any libraries. If yes please mail me. Its very urgent. Thanking you Sincerely Binu David N J College Palghat Kerala -- ______________________________________________ IndiaInfo Mail - the free e-mail service with a difference! www.indiainfo.com Check out our value-added Premium features, such as an extra 20MB for mail storage, POP3, e-mail forwarding, and ads-free mailboxes!

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Open Source Help
by Raj K Bhardwaj 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Professional friends , Open Source Softwares are playing tremendous role in the development of Library and Information Centres , but many of our professionals friends facing difficulty to install and customize these software , so any professional friend in the region of Punjab and Haryana if need any kind of help in this concern i.e install , administer and customize these softwares such as : Dspace , Greenstone Newgenlib Joomla Koha Openbiblio can contact me, i would feel delighted to assist in this concern with regards Raj Kumar Bhardwaj Hon'ble Judges Library High Court of Punjab and Haryana Chandigarh 09888379689 -- http://raajchd.googlepages.com/home " There is a difference between an objective and actions. Unless you understand your objective, you will be wasting your time in actions. Know your objective first " – Swami Vivekananda -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for the Post of Librarians
by Ajay Kamble 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

1. Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Usha Pravin Gandhi College of Management. Applications with full details should reach the PRINCIPAL, Shri Vile Parle Kelvani Mandal's Usha Pravin Gandhi College of Management, Bhakti Vedant Swami Marg, North-South Road No. 1, Vile Parle(West), Mumbai - 400 056 on or before 25 February, 2009. 2. Vacancy for the post of Librarian at Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre.. Applications with full details should reach the PRINCIPAL, Sandip Foundation's Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre, Mahiravani, Nashik -422213 on or before 25 February, 2009. -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Indian Open Source Software for E-learning
by ramesh chander 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Dear Colleagues, IIT Kanpur has developed an Open-source, Freeware E-learning Platform that is available to all for enhancing existing learning environments in their institutions through their campus networks. http://home.iitk.ac.in/~ynsingh/tool/brihaspati.shtml<http://home.iitk.ac.in/%7Eynsingh/tool/brihaspati.shtml> The tool for virtual classroom is called "Brihaspati" and it is open source software that could be used by any university. One can also modify it and use it in domains like Human Resource Development and e-Governance. This tool is listed on sourceforge.net. See url http://sourceforge.net/projects/brihaspati With Regards, Romesh Chander Sharma National Center for Science Information(NCSI), Indian Institue of Science, Bangalore-560012, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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REFRESHER COURSE
by gopikuttan gopikuttan 12 Feb '09

12 Feb '09

Dear professionals, The next batch refresher course in LIS is scheduled from 8.5.2009 to 28.5.2009 by the Academic staff college of University of Kerala. Those who wish to participate may contact the Director, Academic Staff College, University of Kerala or vist the web address www.ugcasc.keralauniversity.edu. email ascunike(a)yahoo.com Dr. A.Gopikuttan Head Dept of Library and Information Science University of Kerala Thiruvananthapuram-34 Connect with friends all over the world. Get Yahoo! India Messenger at http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/?wm=n/

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Seminer on Intellectual Property Rights and Patents
by utpal pal 11 Feb '09

11 Feb '09

*SEMINAR ON* *Intellectual Property Rights and Patents* Date – 21st Feb. 2009 Venue – Albert Einstein Hall Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College Organized by Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College, Jemua Road, Fuljhore Durgapur-713206 The proposed seminar aims at deliberations on pertinent issues related to - Importance of Intellectual Property- its various forms and governing laws. - Use of Intellectual property in industrial development –successful case studies. - Importance of trade marks/service marks as a form of intellectual property and manner of obtaining registrations of your brands and how to maintain registration and avoid dilution of rights - How to protect new and original industrial designs - How can you patent your innovations –the road map and legal requirements - Patentability of inventions-novelty and non obviousness in patents - Need for strategizing patent protection in foreign countries, - Know how and when to file PCT International application and their advantages - Infringement and enforcement of IP rights- appreciating infringement and validity issues, legal remedies and possible approaches. *The seminar will be conducted by a leading patent attorney and a key figure of M/S Anjan Sen & Associates, with over 20 years of Practice as Patent Attorney and Intellectual Property Rights expert who offered consultancy services to IIT(Kharagpur),BESU,SAIL,DAE,DST.* *For further details contact:* Prof. S. N. Sengupta Emeritus Scientist, R&D M No:-9434592266 DR.B.C. Roy Engineering College, Jemua Road, Fuljhore, Durgapur- 713206. Regards, Utpal Pal Junior Librarian Dr.B.C.Roy Engineering College Durgapur - 713206

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Unreturned library book leads to woman's arrest
by Ajay Kamble 11 Feb '09

11 Feb '09

Unreturned library book leads to woman's arrest - Buzz Up Fri Jan 23, 3:20 pm ET INDEPENDENCE, Iowa – An Iowa woman has been arrested because she failed to return a library book. Thirty-nine-year-old Shelly Koontz was arrested Thursday night on a fifth-degree theft charge. She is accused of keeping "The Freedom Writers Diary," which she checked out from the public library in nearby Jesup in April. Police say the book — which is about a high school teacher's effort to inspire students to write — is valued at $13.95. Court records show library employees tried repeatedly to contact Koontz by phone and mail. A police officer even visited her home last September. Officials at the Buchanan County jail say Koontz was released after posting $250 bond. No telephone listing for Koontz could be found in the Independence area. ___ Information from: The Gazette, http://www.gazetteonline.com/<http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/ap/ap_on_fe_st/storytext/odd_library_book_…> -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICAL 2009 Launched
by Rajesh Singh 11 Feb '09

11 Feb '09

Delhi University Library System has formally announced and launched the website of International Conference on Academic Libraries (ICAL 2009). The conference is scheduled from October 5 to 8, 2009, at University of Delhi. Some glimpses of the program is available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9RxfeNR4Gg . For further details please log on to: http://library.du.ac.in/ocs OR http://crl.du.ac.in/ical09/ Rajesh Singh Dy. Librarian E-Resources & Training Central Library University Of Delhi DELHI-110 007 011-27666404, 27667848 http://crl.du.ac.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography 2008 Annual Edition
by Charles W. Bailey, Jr. 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

The Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography: 2008 Annual Edition is now available from Digital Scholarship. Annual editions of the bibliography are PDF files designed for printing. This edition is over 285 pages long. It presents over 3,350 articles, books, and other printed and electronic sources that are useful in understanding scholarly electronic publishing efforts on the Internet. Where possible, links are provided to works that are freely available on the Internet, including e-prints in disciplinary archives and institutional repositories. http://www.digital-scholarship.org/sepb/annual/annual.htm For a discussion of the numerous changes in my digital publications since my resignation from the University of Houston Libraries (http://tinyurl.com/5en4jt) see: http://www.digital-scholarship.org/cwb/dsoverview.htm Bibliography Sections The bibliography has the following sections: Table of Contents 1 Economic Issues 2 Electronic Books and Texts 2.1 Case Studies and History 2.2 General Works 2.3 Library Issues 3 Electronic Serials 3.1 Case Studies and History 3.2 Critiques 3.3 Electronic Distribution of Printed Journals 3.4 General Works 3.5 Library Issues 3.6 Research 4 General Works 5 Legal Issues 5.1 Intellectual Property Rights 5.2 License Agreements 6 Library Issues 6.1 Cataloging, Identifiers, Linking, and Metadata 6.2 Digital Libraries 6.3 General Works 6.4 Information Integrity and Preservation 7 New Publishing Models 8 Publisher Issues 8.1 Digital Rights Management 9 Repositories, E-Prints, and OAI Appendix A. Related Bibliographies Appendix B. About the Author Other Digital Scholarship Publications The following Digital Scholarship publications may also be of interest: (1) Author's Rights, Tout de Suite http://www.digital-scholarship.org/ts/authorrights.pdf (2) DigitalKoans (Weblog about digital copyright, digital curation, digital repositories, open access, scholarly communication, and other digital information issues) http://digital-scholarship.org/digitalkoans/ RSS: http://feeds2.feedburner.com/DigitalKoans (3) Electronic Theses and Dissertations Bibliography http://digital-scholarship.org/etdb/etdb.htm (4) Google Book Search Bibliography http://digital-scholarship.org/gbsb/gbsb.htm (5) Institutional Repositories, Tout de Suite http://www.digital-scholarship.org/ts/irtoutsuite.pdf (6) Open Access Bibliography: Liberating Scholarly Literature with E-Prints and Open Access Journals http://digital-scholarship.org/oab/oab.htm -- Best Regards, Charles Charles W. Bailey, Jr. Publisher, Digital Scholarship http://www.digital-scholarship.org/ http://digital-scholarship.org/cwb/briefresume.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA Membership
by Charu 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

Respected Friends, Greetings for the day, IFLA has just announced the Invitation to join LIS community across the globe as Members in different categories. IFLA member can join in many activities like professional discussions, dialogues, information and other many activities through their professional groups covering a broad range of topics. IFLA Members can receive free section registration and free subscription to the IFLA Journal and IFLA Directory. Beside that handsome discounts are also offered to its members on IFLA congress registration and IFLA Publications. IFLA membership comprised of International, National and Other Associations, Institutions, and Personal and Student Affiliates. There are different categories of registration amount for each member category. An Individual can become as PERSONAL MEMBER by payment of EUR 127 and as Student on have to pay only EUR 56. Membership form is available online and one can apply by post also. For all other relevant detain please visit the following link— http://www.ifla.org/III/members/index.htm#Membership Regards, Miss Charu Mathur, Delhi. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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From OPEN ACCESS NEWS blog - CSIR asks its labs to adopt Open Access
by Sukhdev Singh 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

According to OPEN ACCESS NEWS blog - http://www.earlham.edu/~peters/fos/2009/02/india-csir-asks-its-labs-to-adop… , Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has recommended its laboratories adopt Open Access. ..."From the memorandum of Naresh Kumar, Head of CSIR's R&D Planning Division, to the directors of all CSIR labs (and others), February 6, 2009: CSIR is pleased to approve the implementation of the following recommendations of the "Group for Open Access to Science Publications (GOASP) of CSIR": 1. All research papers published from all CSIR laboratories be made open access either by depositing the full-text and the metadata of each paper in an institutional repository or by publishing the papers in an open access journal in the first place. 2. All the CSIR published journals to be made open access. 3. Each laboratory sets up its own interoperable institutional open access repository. 4. CSIR / lab sets up one or more centre(s) which would harvest the full-text and metadata of these papers. 5. Each laboratory sets up Electronic Thesis and Dissertations Repository. 6. To hold a conference for creating awareness on Open Access. 7. To hold in house Training programmes on Open Access. 8. Sensitize CSIR researchers. It is requested that the above Open Access activities are implemented at the earliest.".. --Sukhdev Singh, NIC. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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About NET/SET Exemptions and doing Ph.D./M.Phil from Distance Education
by Ajay Kamble 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

Dear Library Professionals, So far, As per my information... 1. As UGC has not yet provided any clear latest terms regarding exemption to M.Phil (completed before June 2009) as mentioned in some newspapers and as UGC has declared before the Nagpur bench of High Court. If someone have latest UGC circular related to this order please send it to us so that we can make it available to all professionals... 2. The candidate who are working and are selected through duly constituted body and have completed M.Phil. and Ph.D. are been exempted from NET/SET. Those working from 5 years or more can get full exemption and those working for less than 5 years can get 4 years exemption and has to qualify NET/SET within stipulated time and for this a proposal for exemption is to be sent to the university to which your college is affiliated. 108 such candidates are exempted by UGC in University of Mumbai region, so far.(List of Candidates Exempted is available at MLOSC Group and www.mlsc.co.nr) 3. The candidate who have completed Ph.D. are exempted but upto which time is not yet cleared. For exemption till date, the same proposal mentioned above is to be send.(UGC Circular available at www.mlsc.co.nr) 4. The another thing is never do M.Phil. and Ph.D. from Distance Education as UGC by its circular(Available at MLOSC Group <http://www.mlsc.co.nr/>) had dispensed M.Phil. and Ph.D. from Distance Education from all the Universities. 5. University of Mumbai by its latest Circular(Available at http://www.mlsc.co.nr) quoted that for the post of librarians in Engineering and Management Courses, Candidates having First Class in MLISc may be exempted from NET/SET as per AICTE rules and clarifications. If someone from our colleagues have more information in this regard, we welcome it. With warm regards -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 Website : www.mlsc.co.nr -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202

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Consortium of scientific libraries
by Shivendra Singh 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

Consortium of scientific libraries Source- Times of India, Chandigarh, CHANDIGARH: In a good news for book lovers, especially from the field of science, a consortium of scientific libraries of the city is being formed by the Panjab University. The initiative has been taken by PU vice-chancellor RC Sobti, who plans to operationalize a common website that could provide links of various scientific institutes. With this, students will attain a special privilege to access online libraries of various institutes. Libraries of educational institutes like Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Central Scientific Instrument Organization (CSIO), National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Institute of Microbial Technology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research , Government Medical College & Hospital, Sector 32, will participate in the novel initiative. If everything goes according to plans, online research journals and books of various institutes can be accessed with the click of a mouse. Regrads, Shivendra Singh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Wildlife on British Coucil Library
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Wildlife on British Coucil Library A festival on Wild Life is organized in British Council Library till this Saturday. This festival showcase works of wildlife film makers from across the world. The festival will also screen movies on the impact of climate changes on urban life. Source: Times of India, Bangalore Edition, Page No. 3 Thanking You, Dinesh K. S. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Major new book on ICT4D
by Shriram Pandey 10 Feb '09

10 Feb '09

Hello List Cambridge University Press has recently (2009) published 'ICT4D', edited by Tim Unwin. This provides an authoritative and accessible account of the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in contemporary development practice. It combines theory with practical guidance – including both a conceptual framework for understanding the rapid development of ICT4D, and practitioners' overviews of the use of ICTs in enterprise, health, governance, education and rural development. Boxed case studies provide detailed examples of issues and initiatives from a wide variety of countries and organisations.Detail can be see at : http://www.cambridge.org/catalogue/catalogue.asp?isbn=9780521712361 -- Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - MLIS(BHU), IKM(IISc), UGC-NET (JRF) Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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PPT slides on RSS and Libraries are available for download.
by Sukhdev Singh 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Some of you had written to me for my PPT presentation on "RSS and its Use in Libraries". As usual, I have uploaded it on http://www.slideshare.net/sukhi/ . It can be downloaded / viewed from the following links: http://blog.sukhdevsingh.com/2009/02/rss-and-libraries.html or http://www.slideshare.net/sukhi/rss-and-its-use-in-libraries You are free to use or recycle them. --Sukhdev Singh, NIC. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UNESCO-supported international conference on knowledge networking concluded in India
by Puna Das 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

UNESCO-supported international conference on knowledge networking concluded in India 09-02-2009 (New Delhi) The Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS), in collaboration with UNESCO and B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Engineering College, organized the International Conference on Knowledge Networking in ICT Era. It took place from 22 to 24 January 2009 in Chennai, India. The primary objective of the Conference was to provide a platform for sharing knowledge, expertise and professional solutions on the emerging domains of networking, intellectual collaboration and information practices. In his inaugural address, Padmashi Prof. M Anandakrishnan, Chairman of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, highlighted the importance of knowledge networking in knowledge-based establishments in a country which is now considered worldwide as an emerging economy. In his speech, he appraised the National Knowledge Network initiative of Government of India. This initiative aims to interconnect all knowledge institutions in India through an electronic digital broadband network with adequate capabilities (high speed broadband connectivity), in order to encourage sharing of resources and collaborative research. Within the framework of the Conference, a tutorial on e-Learning: Creating Online Virtual Courses using Moodle took place, where participants received hands-on practical training on Moodle open source software. A special session on Information, Media and Digital Literacy, supported by UNESCO, was held on 23 January. It aimed at raising awareness on the information, media and digital literacy, which is essential for building inclusive knowledge societies. Speakers at this session highlighted major indicators, different international standards, including UNESCO standards, best practices and communities of practice existing in this field. Panelists suggested integrating information, media and digital literacy in the curricula of schools, undergraduate and postgraduate studies. They also felt that information literacy is essential for lifelong learning and should be, therefore, integrated in the vocational and professional training, as well as in teachers’ training courses. The presentations made at this session are compiled in the PDF document below. Over 100 papers were presented during the eight technical sessions of the Conference. They covered the following subjects: digital library systems, e-learning, electronic security systems, information and communication technologies (ICT) for information services, intellectual property rights, knowledge management, modern management techniques, social networks and web technologies. Over 250 delegates participated in the Conference, including researchers and knowledge workers from academic and research organizations, civil society, service industries and public libraries. Download presentations: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/files/28265/12341778449special_session_prese… Source: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/ev.php-URL_ID=28265&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECT… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bring your gang together. Do your thing. Find your favourite Yahoo! group at http://in.promos.yahoo.com/groups/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] UHF based LMS
by Dhaval Kotecha 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Mr. S. Mohan & Librarian Friends, Please visit below link and documents for further details on using RFID Technology in Libraries. http://www.rapidradio.co.in/rfid%20library.html Please look for following things in the above link 1. Link for NISO Recommendation Practice Document 2. Live video of Installation of RFID at Nirma University 3. Upcoming ISO protocol for RFID in Libraries ( ISO 28560 Part 1,2 & 3) NISO recommends use of HF technology for RFID in Libraries which can be found in their document "RP-6-2008.pdf". Please get back to me for any further information you might need at dhaval(a)rapidradio.co.in -- Dhaval H Kotecha Managing Director RapidRadio Solutions Private Limited "It is not important how "BIG" you Dream, but it is important how "LONG" you Dream "BIG"" "One person with a belief is equal to a force of 99 who have only interests." -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Impact Factor/ Ratings of LIS journals
by sushanta kumar pathy 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Professional,Can any body is having the list of Journals with the ratings/ impact factor in the field of Library and Information Science both national/ international. If so, please provide me a copy of the same.Thanks & Regards,Sushanta K. Pathy,RA-RC and Head Librarian (I/C)Resource CentreNIFT, Gandhinagar Sushanta Kumar Pathy Resource Centre National Institute of Fashion Technology, Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India Gandhinagar, Gujarat(INDIA) Ph. 079-23241849(Off) 09898162677 (M) http://www.gandhinagar.niftindia.com/

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Request for article
by Kshema Prakash 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear friends, Can someone kindly send a copy of the following article for one of our faculty members? Synthesis and SAR of vinca alkaloid analogues<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6TF9-4V75YP5-5&_u…> *In Press, Corrected Proof*, *Available online 25 December 2008* Matthew E. Voss, Jeffery M. Ralph, Dejian Xie, David D. Manning, Xinchao Chen, Anthony J. Frank, Andrew J. Leyhane, Lei Liu, Jason M. Stevens, Cheryl Budde, Matthew D. Surman, Thomas Friedrich, Denise Peace, Ian L. Scott, Mark Wolf, Randall Johnson With regards, Kshema Mrs. Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New discussion on Open Educational Resources starts today
by Puna Das 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

New discussion on Open Educational Resources to start today 09-02-2009 (Paris) The UNESCO Open Educational Resources (OER) Community is launching a new three-week discussion on the subject of access issues. The discussion will take place from 9 to 27 February 2009 and is open to all. During the first week the community will focus on identifying - and attempting to classify - the main problems in accessing OER. The theme of the second and third weeks will be "tried and tested solutions", as participants are invited to share their experiences in working around such problems. The discussion will be facilitated by Bjoern Hassler of Cambridge University's Centre for Applied Research in Educational Technologies. If you wish to take part in the discussion, please send a message to Catriona Savage [c.savage[at]unesco.org] UNESCO's international Community on Open Educational Resources has been active since 2005. It connects over 700 individuals in 105 countries to share information and discuss issues surrounding the production and use of Open Educational Resources - web-based materials offered freely and openly for use and reuse in teaching, learning and research. UNESCO's work on Open Educational Resources is generously supported by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. More information can be found on the UNESCO OER Community wiki http://oerwiki.iiep-unesco.org/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Conference Proceedings VS Journals
by Apurba Jyoti Majumder 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear professionals, I have 15 publications in different national and international cenferences and published in conference proceedings also. can they be treated as journal publications? can i get marks for those publications in interviews? I have uploaded all of my published papers in the website apurba.110mb.com. please have a look. Thank you -- Apurba Jyoti Majumder, JRF Deptt. of Library & Information Science. Arts Block, Gauhati University. Guwahati- 781014 Cell No: 09435268733, 09707626388 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New BUACLA Committee
by Ajay Kamble 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

The General Body Meeting of Bombay University Affiliated College Librarians Association (BUACLA) was held on 7th Feb. 2009 at Ruparel College, Matunga(W), Mumbai. The meeting was called to reform the committee of the association. The Committee of BUACLA is formed as follows Mr. Prakash Karmarkar (Vaze-Kelkar College) President Dr. Pradip Karnik (Ruparel College) Vice President Mr. Subhash Aathavale (CHM College) Vice President Mr. Sachin Shastri (Krishna Menon College) Secretary Mr. Ajay Kamble (Annasaheb Vartak College) Joint - Secretary Mrs. Shubhangi Vedak (ZunZunwala College) Joint - Secretary Mr. Vinay Haware (M.D. Shah Mahila College) Treasurer Mr. Bhaskarrao Thorat Member Mr. Narayan Barse Member Mrs.Swapna Gawade Member Mr. N. D. Phad Member Mrs. Syeed Shajida Member Mr. Sanjay More Member Mr. Firoz Shaikh Member -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Google Makes iPhone the New eBook Reader
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Google Makes iPhone the New eBook Reader If you already have an Apple iPhone or a T-Mobile G1 in your pocket, more than 1.5 million books are now at your fingertips. Google used Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to transform the scanned book pages into screen-friendly text for iPhone and g1s. To access Google Mobile Book Search, just point your mobile phone browser to http://books.google.com/m. Source: http://www.pcworld.com/article/159067/google_makes_iphone_the_new_ebook_rea… Thanking You, Dinesh K. S. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110.

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Amazon Kindle E-Book Reader - A Review
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Friends, Amazon is pushing e-books back into the limelight with the launch of its $399 Kindle e-book reader and corresponding service. The Kindle, which is larger than an average paperback book but not as thick, is a boxy rectangle of white plastic with a matte finish. The device includes 180MB of user-accessible memory (which the company says can hold about 200 books) and supports SD Cards up to 2GB. Instead of an LCD, a 6-inch electronic-paper display from E ink occupies the top portion of the device. The monochrome display, which is designed to save power, supports four levels of grayscale but no color. For the most part no issues reading the display under various circumstances. The one exception was under the dim light, the Kindle lacks a backlight; on an airplane, for example, you'll need to keep your seat light on to read. The text was generally clear, though a few characters had jaggies. A button on the keyboard lets you switch among six different font sizes. Source: A review in http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/product/30957/review/kindle.html Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110.

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FW: New York Times: Digital Archivists, Now in Demand
by Shalini Urs 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

This might be of interest to our professionals http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/08/jobs/08starts.html February 8, 2009 FRESH STARTS Digital Archivists, Now in Demand By CONRAD DE AENLLE WHEN the world entered the digital age, a great majority of human historical records did not immediately make the trip. Literature, film, scientific journals, newspapers, court records, corporate documents and other material, accumulated over centuries, needed to be adapted for computer databases. Once there, it had to be arranged along with newer, born-digital material in a way that would let people find what they needed and keep finding it well into the future. The people entrusted to find a place for this wealth of information are known as digital asset managers, or sometimes as digital archivists and digital preservation officers. Whatever they are called, demand for them is expanding. One of them is Jacob Nadal, the preservation officer at the University of California, Los Angeles. He does not use the "digital" modifier because his duties include safeguarding analog materials in U.C.L.A.'s collection, not just preparing them to cross the digital divide. "I don't think there's any day where I would say I'm the digital guy," he said. But he concedes that he's not really an analog, ink-on-paper guy, either, and that is increasingly the case in his field. These days, he noted, "if you want to work in a library, you have to deal in electronic resources." Mr. Nadal and 10 or so colleagues at U.C.L.A. devote much of their effort to organizing and protecting material in digital form. Their duties include licensing and buying digital content from vendors, assigning identification markers called meta-tags so that material can be found easily, researching copyright matters and ensuring that files remain intact whenever new iterations of relevant software or hardware come along. Befitting a nascent discipline like digital asset management, Mr. Nadal, 32, said he went into it almost by accident. Unsure of his career ambitions, he began work on various book-scanning and preservation projects as a student at Indiana University, then took them over when the head of preservation left. After that, he said, it "took a year or two for me to realize my career in preservation had started a year or two past." He reckons that many of his peers have had similar experiences. "Among librarians, I think that happenstance may be a typical career path," he said. Some backgrounds are considered better than others for budding digital asset managers. Familiarity with information technology is necessary, but it is possible to have too much tech know-how, said Victoria McCargar, a preservation consultant in Los Angeles and a lecturer at U.C.L.A. and San José State University. "People with I.T. backgrounds tend to be wrong for the job," she said. "They tend to focus on storage solutions: 'We'll just throw another 10 terabytes on that server.'" A result, she said, can be "waxy buildup" a lot of useless files that make it hard to find the good stuff. Ms. McCargar estimates that 20,000 people work in the field today plus others in related areas and she expects that to triple over the next decade, assuming that economic conditions stabilize before long. Many work for public institutions, and businesses use them, too, said Deborah Schwarz, chief executive of Library Associates Companies, a consulting and headhunting firm. Especially big employers in this area are law firms, which need experts on digital copyright and other issues tied to the migration of legal documents from filing cabinets to databases. One comparative advantage of private-sector jobs is the pay. Digital asset managers at public facilities would do well to make $70,000 a year. Salaries for their corporate counterparts are generally higher. "Compensation varies wildly because it's an emerging area," said Keith Gurtzweiler, vice president for recruiting at Library Associates. "Consultants who can make recommendations on systems can make $150 an hour." Those who "manage them once they're up and running and maintain the machinery," he said, make from the $70,000's up to $100,000. Michael Doane is an information management consultant at Ascentium, a consultancy in suburban Seattle that employs 100 to 150 digital asset managers in a staff of 500. He said that fresh graduates with master's degrees in information systems management or a similar discipline could "easily expect $80,000 to $90,000 in consulting and a little less in the commercial world." As much as it might help his bank balance, Mr. Nadal cannot envision leaving U.C.L.A. for a corporate job. He finds the challenge of taming a vast collection of information for a major academic institution too appealing. "We belong to the people of California and hold our collections in trust for them and for future generations of students, scholars and members of the public," he said. "Public-sector institutions just strike me as far, far cooler. They have better collections, obviously, and they are innovative, connected and challenging in ways that seem more substantial to me." Fresh Starts is a monthly column about emerging jobs and job trends. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Copyright Query
by parinitas＠hexaware.com 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear All, I have this query about the copyright law... As additional services provided by the library - I want to provide my readers the "Table of Contents" of the existing library collection. We already have an LMS in place and on the OPAC I plan to tag the ToC of that specific book - so the readers not only get to know the cataloged details of the book, but they can also go through the ToC of that book before issuing it out of the library. How does this hold with the copyright laws? Is it a copyright violation to scan and make available the ToC of the library collection? Please let me know.... Thanks in advance and Regards, Parinita Samant --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [cid:image001.jpg@01C9886F.79CDD610] HexaVarsity Mumbai * 67919595 * 9707 I * parinitas(a)hexaware.com<mailto:parinitas@hexaware.com> ________________________________ Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. This e-mail communication and any attachments to it are confidential and privileged to Hexaware and are strictly intended only for the personal and confidential use of the designated recipient(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this message is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message along with all attachments thereto. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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8th National Conference-Change of Date
by Senthil Kumar T 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

Dear Members This is for your kind information, LIST 09- 8th National Conference on "Decision Making and New Investments in Knowledge Resource Centres" has been postponed, due to the undefined holiday announced by the TN Government. New Dates are 19th -21st March, 2009, kindly convey the massage to others also Authors are requested to send their Papers with registration fees to The Organizing Secretary, LIST-8th National Conference, Bishop Heber College, Tiruchirappalli-620 017, Tamilnadu on or before 06th March 2009. With Regards SENTHIL KUMAR.T Librarian Christ University Bangalore-560 029 Mobile: 98863 71610(Bangalore) 97501 07407(Trichy) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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'Time to rethink intellectual property laws?
by Shriram Pandey 08 Feb '09

08 Feb '09

Dear List members 'Time to rethink intellectual property laws?' It is a very good article written by David Dickson. The author has given many innovative idea like : 'Patents on scientific knowledge may not be as useful — or valuable — as many claim them to be. 'The speed of the global economic collapse is provoking a widespread — many would say belated — realisation that many of the beliefs underlying economic expansion over the past 20 years need close questioning, particularly those involving the relationship between the state and the market.' The full article is available on : http://www.scidev.net/en/editorials/time-to-rethink-intellectual-property-l… -- Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - MLIS(BHU), IKM(IISc), UGC-NET (JRF) Asst. Librarian The LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Digital Education, by Antonio M. Battro and Percival J. Denham
by Shriram Pandey 08 Feb '09

08 Feb '09

Dear Colleagues, The purpose of this book is to provide a panorama of the application of new digital technologies in education as the century comes to an end. In some cases we have described instances where this technology has already been implemented with great success, in others we discuss promises that have still to be confirmed. We also hope to awaken 'critical enthusiasm' for an effective and beneficial implementation of the best technology in the service of education and the individual. This is a great challenge, partly because of the multiplicity and complexity of new technologies that are constantly exceeding the traditional limits of educational science and partly because no-one can know which of these technologies will prevail in education in the coming century. A text of this nature should be subject to regular revision, as the explosion in technology is of such a magnitude that many innovations that seemed impossible to apply in the field of education a few years ago are now commonplace. This trend is evident in all latitudes; in some cases a high-tech product from a developed country finds an educational application in a peripheral country before it is used for these purposes in its country of origin. This book will therefore be content to describe the situation faced today by educators committed to the efficient introduction of new digital technologies already widely available on the market. This project is also being published on Internet, and is available on our web site (www.byd.com.ar) as an example of a system that will soon be widely adopted in the world of publishing: the 'dual book', available in printed and digital form. -- Regards, Shri Ram Pandey - MLIS(BHU), IKM(IISc), UGC-NET (JRF) LNM Institute of Information Technology(LNM IIT) Jaipur(Rajasthan) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Change of address on account of new assignment- Dr. V.D.Shrivastava
by Vishwesh Shrivastava 08 Feb '09

08 Feb '09

Dear Moderator You will be glad to know of the following development and may like to publish in the lis-forum. Dr. V.D.Shrivastava, Librarian Assam University, Silchar consequent upon his selection, has been appointed as the Librarian, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. Dr. Shrivastava has joied his new assignment on 2nd February 2009 (FN). His contact details are as under: Dr. V.D.Shrivastava Librarian P.K.Kelkar Library Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Post office: IIT, Kanpur 208 016 Tel: 0512-2597698 ( O), 0512-2597398 (Fax) e-mail: vds(a)iitk.ac.in Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/

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My new aassignment
by noufal palliparamban 07 Feb '09

07 Feb '09

Dear friends, I am happy to inform you that I have been joined TATA Motors as Manager, HR&PSD (Information Services) in Jamshedpur Plant. Looking for your kind cooperation and advice. Thanking you. Noufal.PP Manager (Information Services) TATA Motors Ltd. Jamshedpur Mob: 09430766010 Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger.yahoo.com/invite/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Academia.edu" to the Continuing Professional Development & Workplace Learning Community
by Shamprasad Pujar 07 Feb '09

07 Feb '09

Dear Members, FYI Regards, S.M. Pujar, IGIDR, Mumbai ============== -- Original Message -- From: richard_price(a)academia.edu To: cpdwl(a)infoserv.inist.fr Date: Fri, 6 Feb 2009 23:58:13 +0100 (MET) Subject: [CPDWL] Announcing "Academia.edu" to the Continuing Professional Development & Workplace Learning Community Dear all, I recently finished my Ph.D at Oxford on the philosophy of perception. With a team of people from Stanford and Cambridge, I've just launched a website, Academia.edu, which does two things: - It shows academics around the world structured in a 'tree' format, displayed according to their departmental and institutional affiliations. - It enables academics to see news on the latest research in their area - the latest people, papers and talks. We are hoping that Academia.edu will eventually list every academic in the world -- Faculty Members, Post-Docs, Graduate Students, and Independent Researchers. Academics can add their departments, and themselves, to the tree by clicking on the boxes. Academics are joining the tree rapidly. More than 25,000 academics have added themselves in the last three months. Some professors on the site include: - Richard Dawkins - http://oxford.academia.edu/RichardDawkins - Stephen Hawking - http://cambridge.academia.edu/StephenHawking - Paul Krugman - http://princeton.academia.edu/PaulKrugman - Noam Chomsky - http://mit.academia.edu/NoamChomsky - Steven Pinker - http://harvard.academia.edu/StevenPinker We're trying to spread the word about Academia.edu as much as possible. It would be terrific if you could visit the site, and add yourself to your department on the tree at http://www.academia.edu/signup?CPDWL. If your university is not there, you can add it. Independent researchers - if you are a researcher that is not associated with a university, I encourage you to add yourself to the "Independent Researchers" portion of the tree at http://independent.academia.edu/signup?CPDWL. And do spread the word to your friends and colleagues if you can. Many thanks, Richard Dr. Richard Price http://oxford.academia.edu/RichardPrice -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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World Bank's 2009 International Youth Essay Competition on Climate Change
by Puna Das 06 Feb '09

06 Feb '09

World Bank's 2009 International Youth Essay Competition on Climate Change Deadline for submissions: 22 February 2009 How does climate change affect you? How can you tackle climate change through youth-led solutions? The World Bank's 2009 Youth Essay Competition aims to tap into the ideas of the next generation of green entrepreneurs for dealing with the pressing problem of climate change. The Essay Competition invites youth aged 18-25 to share ideas on how climate change affects them, and how it can be addressed through youth-led solutions. For the first time, the competition will also include photo and video categories which will also vie for prizes ranging from $ 1,000 to $ 5,000. Submissions can be in English, French or Spanish. Participants may submit entries in more than one category (essay, video and photo), but only one submission per category is allowed. For details, click <http://www.essaycompetition.org/> here. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Explore your hobbies and interests. Go to http://in.promos.yahoo.com/groups/

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Doctoral Workshop on development and international organizations
by Puna Das 06 Feb '09

06 Feb '09

Doctoral Workshop on development and international organizations Washington, DC, April 27-28, 2009 The Researchers Alliance for Development (RAD) is partnering with the World Bank on a series of workshops for doctoral students whose main area of research is the World Bank Group. Each workshop brings together some 20 PhD students, World Bank staff and academics from other institutions (universities, research institutes). Young researchers present their work and discuss with World Bank experts in the relevant topic. CALL FOR PROPOSALS Paper proposals are invited from current doctoral students and early career postdoctoral researchers (up to three years post-PhD) conducting research on the World Bank Group and other international economic organizations in any social science field. Successful candidates will be asked to present a research paper of 8,000–9,500 words in advance of the workshop. Successful candidates will have their travel and accommodation expenses covered. No per diem, meals or local transportation costs (in the participant's country of departure) will be covered. The Workshop will be held on April 26-27, 2009 (TBC) in Washington DC. Applications are now open! Deadline: February 16, 2009. Details: http://www.radnetwork.org/admindb/docs/DC%20Workshop%202009%20Call%20for%20… Download the application form: http://www.radnetwork.org/admindb/docs/2009%20Workshop%20Application%20Form… The workshop will be co-funded by GARNET - Network of Excellence on Global Governance, Regionalisation and Regulation. More Details: http://www.radnetwork.org/content07_15_1 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/

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Reminder:Invitation to attend KALA New Members Meet on Feb 6, 2009 (Friday) at 6.00 p.m.
by Francis Jayakanth 06 Feb '09

06 Feb '09

Date: Fri, 6 Feb 2009 10:09:29 +0530 From: "Byrappa, Ananda (GE, Research)" <ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com> Dear All, We are glad to announce that KALA is organizing new members' meet. On behalf of KALA, I cordially invite you attend the same and make the meeting a productive one. The details of the meet: Event: KALA New Members' Meet Date: February 6, 2009 (Friday) Time: 6.00 p.m Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall, IISc, Bangalore the following two Special Lectures will be delivered during the meet: 1. Career Opportunities for LIS Professionals by Mr. N.V.Satyanarayana, Chairman and MD, Informatics India Ltd 2. Role LIS Professionals in promoting Library associations by Prof V.G Talwar, VC, Mysore Univ. Please confirm your participation by email to organize the event better Thanks, Ananda Byrappa General Secretary KALA

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www.granthalaya.org project
by नारायण बारसे 06 Feb '09

06 Feb '09

*Dear All* *We are happy to inform that the Vidya Prasarak Mandal, Thane (Maharashtra) has inaugurated the project of* BIBLIOGRAPHIC UNION DATABASE OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES IN KONKAN AREA The Union Catalogue website www.granthalaya.org has been inaugurated on 26th January 2009 . All the professionals are requested to visit the site and give feedback. In this project VPM,Thane intends to create bibliographic union database of holdings of all the public libraries in Konkan area including Thane. After completion of it, one would be in a position to know about the availability and location of the books in public libraries of Konkan area. Vidya Prasarak Mandal, Thane also intends to help the participating libraries for computerizing their holdings by providing them an open source library software for the purpose. Regards, -- Barse N. S. Librarian and Coordinator Department of Lib & Information Science VPM's Joshi-Bedekar College 'Janadweep' Chendani, Bundar Rd, Thane (West) Pin- 400601 MS, India =========================== Phone No: 022 25384591 Cell :09969051287 =========================== -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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EMERALD RESEARCH FUND AWARDS -LIS 2009
by Rajneesh Rajpal 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

2009 Emerald Research Fund Awards Indian LIS category ________________________________ Call for Indian library and information science research proposals Sustaining the dissemination of knowledge in India by supporting LIS research Emerald is proud to announce it is offering a funding grant for a research project that will contribute to the development of LIS research in India. The funding grant of up to £2,000 (approx. US$3,000 equivalent) should address the dissemination of knowledge for the social good with a specific focus towards the benefit of India. In addition to the research grant, the winner will have the opportunity to receive the assistance of an experienced Emerald editor, or former editor, to help them write a high quality article and increase chances of publication. Eligibility The lead member of the research team should be based in India. Judging criteria Each application will be judged, by a panel of experts, on the five criteria below. The research must: * Be of significance, particularly illustrating how it will benefit the social good. * Demonstrate originality and innovation. * Make an outstanding contribution to theory and its application. * Illustrate the appropriateness and application of the methodology. * Demonstrate sound implications for theory and practice. Application requirements Each proposal must be submitted using our online application form <http://ww2.emeraldinsight.com/awards/india_lis.htm> . The following documents will be required electronically: 1. A summary stating specific goals, outcomes and benefits of the research. This should not exceed 2,000 words (note that tables, figures, appendices and reference lists, if provided, do NOT count to the 2,000 word total). 2. A covering letter containing contact details for all researchers involved in the project. Please state clearly which researcher will be the main point of contact. The 2,000-word summary must: * Clearly display a statement of purpose and intent. * Clearly state the methodology(ies) applied and explicitly describe the research process. * State expected research outcomes, expected impact and possible application. * Specify the expected timescales of the research process. * Outline projected costs and total research grant required. Key dates * The closing date for applications is 1 July 2009 * The initial short-list will be completed by August 2009. * Winners will be announced in early September 2009. The funding award will amount to up to £2,000 (approx. US$3,000 equivalent) for applications that address the dissemination of knowledge for social good with a specific orientation toward benefit for India. Contact details Please be aware that all applicants will be informed personally of the outcome of the awards before any public announcement is made. However, for all other queries, please contact: Kieran Booluck Author Relations Administrative Assistant Emerald Group Publishing Limited Howard House Wagon Lane Bingley BD16 1WA United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1274 777700 Fax: +44 (0)1274 785200 E-mail: kbooluck(a)emeraldinsight.com Or Rajneesh Rajpal Country Manager Emerald Group Publishing Limited 301,Vikas Surya Shopping Mall, Mangalam Place,Sector -3 , Rohini New Delhi -110085 rrajpal(a)emeraldinsight.com www.emeraldinsight.com Mobile no- 91-9810224423 Tel no. -011-27948437-38 Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. Research You can Use. The world's leading publisher of management Research Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Registered Office: Howard House, Wagon Lane, Bingley, BD16 1WA United Kingdom. Registered in England No. 3080506, VAT No. GB 665 3593 06 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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M.Tech @ ISiM, University of Mysore - Admissions Open for 2009-2010 Batch
by Angrosh 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

For those looking for an exciting career in Information Management across the Industries and Knowledge Organizations. Admissions are now open under Cycle 1 for a multidisciplinary M.Tech Programme in Information Systems and Management offered by the International School of Information Management (ISiM), University of Mysore in collaboration with some of the leading Information Schools across the globe - Dalhousie University, Canada; University of Michigan, USA; University of Pittsburgh, USA; Syracuse University, USA; International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore and Informatics (India) Ltd., Bangalore. What do we offer? . Cutting Edge Global Curriculum that imparts skill sets across the Information Management space - Databases to Data Mining to Data Analytics; Information Retrieval to Information Systems Design to Software Systems Management; Taxonomy, Ontologies and Semantic Web to Human Computer Interaction. Check out our syllabus for details. . Unique opportunity to be mentored by Industry Leaders from Google, Yahoo, Intel and others through a path-breaking project - WikiGyan . Truly international learning experience - with faculty drawn from our partner institutions. Course would be taught by world renowned experts from across the academia and industry . Need based Bridge courses . World class facilities - a brand new well appointed 24 x 7 accessible Wi-Fi enabled infrastructure in sylvan setting . Internships and projects with leading industry partners . Informal but rigorous pedagogy Who is eligible? . Engineering Graduates / 4-Year Degree Graduates (10+2+4) / Master's Degree in any Discipline . CAT / MAT / GATE / PGCET / State Level National Entrance Test Score Important Dates in Cycle 1: Application Deadline : March 31, 2009 Offer Decision : April 15, 2009 Acceptance Decision : May 1, 2009 Course Start Date : September 1, 2009 For application forms and more details, please visit www.isim.ac.in or contact us at: International School of Information Management University of Mysore, Manasagangotri Mysore - 570 006 Tel: +91-821-2514699; +91-821-2411417 Mobile: Amitabh - 9972599870; 9886970411 Fax: +91-821-2519209 Email: office(a)isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UHF based LMS
by S.Mohan 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

Dear All, We are planning to implement RFID based Library Automation in a Bethlahem Engineering College, Nagercovil. I would like to get inputs from those who have already implemented the same. We prefer UHF tags and readers since long read range can be achieved and cheaper than HF tags. Has anyone used UHF based RFID system in Libraries? What's the success rate? Regards Mohan -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 71, Issue 4
by Kumaresan Krishnan 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

Dear professional, Kindly refer UGC website for Model curriculum 2001 on LISc which gives you the full details in terms of selecting papers for MLISc/Integrated MLISc. _________________________________________ Kumaresan Krishnan (Ph.D).,M.LISc - NET.,M.Com.,PGDLAN Librarian, MAEER's MIT Institute of Design Next to Hadapsar Loni- Kalbhor, Pune - 412 201 Cell: +91 - 9422545155 --- On Thu, 5/2/09, lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in <lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> wrote: From: lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in <lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Subject: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 71, Issue 4 To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Date: Thursday, 5 February, 2009, 12:49 PM Send LIS-Forum mailing list submissions to lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in You can reach the person managing the list at lis-forum-owner(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of LIS-Forum digest..." Today's Topics: 1. URGENT : BUACLA MEETING (Ajay Kamble) 2. CUDELSAA and Dept of Lib n Inf Sc organise Lecture by Dir of Nat Lib of Scotland (Susmita Chakraborty) 3. Library Trainees at ISRO (ramesh chander) 4. Request for M.L.I.Sc. Syllabus (Bhim D. Shrestha) 5. Post of Librarian in Punjab National Bank (jasbir singh) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:14:07 +0530 From: Ajay Kamble <apassion2002(a)gmail.com> Subject: [LIS-Forum] URGENT : BUACLA MEETING To: mlosc(a)googlegroups.com, ilosc(a)yahoogroups.com, lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Message-ID: <8641f3070902040044s2c890ae5gd8e575f409bb612f(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" *BOMBAY UNIVERSITY AFFILIATED LIBRARIAN'S ASSOCIATION * *( BUACLA ) ( REGD)* 117, Hindu Colony Dadar, Mumbai 400 014. Phone:- 24144160 Date 16-01-2009 All the library professionals and members of the ( BUCLA ) association are requested to attend the General Body meeting which will be held on Saturday the 7th February 2009 at 05.00 pm in the Ruparel College Library, Matunga (West) Mumbai. To elect new executive body is the subject. Your presence is highly essential for that. Thanking you, Yours Faithfully, (Mr. Shrikant Talwaltkar ) Vice President BUACLA

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Article request
by lata＠iihmr.org 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

May I have the detail paper? Anderson, Kate. and Sperber, Kimberly. "Moving from Androgyny to Individuation: Increasing the Utility of the LSI-R for Women with the Gender Responsive Trailer" Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Criminology (ASC), Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA, Oct 31, 2006 <Not Available>. 2009-02-04 <http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p127192_index.html> Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript Abstract: This paper presents the findings of a validation study of a Gender Responsive Trailer (GRT) (VanVoorhis et al 2003) to the Level of Sevice Inventory - Revised. We use a sample from four community corrections sites in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 188 women participating. The GRT measures domains, Relationship, Self-Esteem, Self Efficacy, Parenting, and Abuse as a child. regards Lata Suresh =========================== LATA SURESH Manager, Library and Documentation Centre Asst.Editor, Journal of Health Management (SAGE) Institute of Health Management Research 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Phone: +91-141-3924700-730 ext. 328 Fax : +91-141-2792138 URL : http://www.iihmr.org

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