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Re: [LIS-Forum] UGC’s conundrum: NET, Ph D and M Phil
by M KOTESWARA RAO 12 Nov '10

12 Nov '10

Dear Mr. Vasanth Raju, I fully agree with each and every word you said ( I am sure others would also feel the same) about the present scenario of M.Phils and Ph.Ds in LIS in our country, particularly the role of UGC. We all know that it is same with many of the state universities, although Tamilnadu tops in this rank of awarding 'paper degrees for money', but let us not blame the UGC for this. I have been reading and watching this phenomenon since many years, but how many of us have ever tried to report such inconsistancies to the UGC or to the concerned authorities (we all know which are these universities in Tamilnadu). As far as I know there were only a few PhD holders in the entire country till the end of 1999. If you carefully examine or analyse, you will notice that some of our own professiopnal collegues in the LIS schools are really responsible for this situation who have either started or have been instrumental in starting MPhil/PhD courses in the distance mode indiscriminately (for whatever reasons). The most recent case was that of Dravidina University, Kuppan in AP where there is neither a LIS department nor faculty but more than 200 students have regsitered for MPhil. Unfortunately, many of the gullible students get attracted to these offers for gaining employment or promotion and end up paying huge sums of money. This is one of the reasons for the high level of un-employment in our profession which will grow further unless we do something. I have been telling many young students about the dangers of doing these degrees in distanace mode. Many of our young LIS professionals are still unware of the UGC regulations and the importance of NET. When there is an aternative to NET qualification, many would certainly prefer to take the 'easy route' for advancing their career. Perhaps they forget that a person with a full-time or part-time degree will always be preferred compared to a person holding a MPhil/PhD degree obtained in distance mode. I wish UGC maintains the status quo and make PhD or NET compulsory for the post of Asst. Professor in Universities. My sincere request to all LIS teachers and professional colleagues who are involved in policy making to STOP THIS PROLIFERATION OF MPHIL/PHD DEGREES IN DISTANCE MODE AND HELP THE PROFESSION RETAIN ITS ORIGINAL STATUS AND QUALITY. Dr. M. Koteswara Rao University Librarian University of Hyderabad On 12-11-10, Vasanth wrote: > Dear Sir/Madam, > > Since 2008 when UGC has exempted M Phil holders from Ph D and NET to be an Assistant Professor in universities and colleges, it has become a never ending saga for both student and the stakeholders. UGC as an authoritative body in this case has failed to come to a right conclusion. They have again and again formulating new rules and putting job aspirants in trouble. > > When UGC has exempted M Phil & Ph D holders from NET, universities, especially in Tamil Nadu have come forward to offer M Phil degree in large numbers without following any of the UGC’s guidelines in offering M Phil degrees. Throughout the year they have admitted students for M Phil degree. This has resulted in large number of M Phil and Ph D holders (1,000 Ph.D degrees have been awarded by Tamil Nadu universities in the last one year, The Hindu). The selection of guides for M Phil degree was done in very hasty manner and anybody having Ph Ds have become guides and have fixed certain amount of money to be guides for the M Phil students. Projects were duplicated and submitted to the most of the Tamil Nadu universities. Without examining the duplication of the project reports and the credibility of the guides, they have literally sold M Phil degrees in market. > > By the time UGC realized the degrading quality of the M Phil degrees awarded by the many of the Tamil Nadu universities, large numbers of M Phil holders have awarded degrees and in some universities even Ph Ds were also awarded. UGC came up with new regulation that NET and Ph D to be remained compulsory for appointing assistant professor in universities and colleges (Minimum qualifications for the appointment of teachers and other academic staff in universities and colleges and measures for the maintenance of standards in higher education 2010). But once again UGC’s exempted M Phil holders those who have obtained M Phil degrees on or before July 2009. > > This has put NET qualified candidates in trouble. In a recent report published in the Hindu newspaper (2010, October 25), it has been found through Right to Information Act that none of the 54 appointments made in recent years by one of the universities in southern Tamil Nadu possessed NET qualification. Further the report revealed that 1,000 Ph.D degrees have been awarded by Tamil Nadu universities in the last one year. But, only the University of Madras and Bharathiyar University have submitted soft copies of one thesis each for the INFLIBNET depository. To add much to the chagrin, UGC has proposed to exempt all M Phil holders from qualifying NET examination. But the HRD ministry has rejected the proposal (UGC plan to dilute norms for lecturers rejected (UGC plan to dilute norms for lecturers rejected - The Times of India, 2010, November 10). > This has exposed the UGC’s duality and lack of commitment in formulating rules for appointing teachers in universities and colleges. > > ------------------------- > With best wishes > Vasantha Raju N > GFGC-Periyapanta > Mysore > > > > -- > 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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Article Request
by RAKESH SINGH BISEN 12 Nov '10

12 Nov '10

Dear All, Kindly arrange to send the following article for one of our Scientist: Gupta, O. P. Wakhloo, R. L. Sharma, M. L. and Atal, C. K., Vasicine-a potent uterine stimulant studies on human myometrium, J. Gynaecol. (1979), 29, 935-938. RAKESH SINGH BISEN LIBRARY OFFICER IIIM, JAMMU -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainees required...
by Nirupama Bawdekar 12 Nov '10

12 Nov '10

Dear Moderator, Kindly post this announcement regarding library trainees to the group. thanks and regards, nirupama bawdekar ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ INTER-UNIVERSITY CENTRE FOR ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS (An Autonomous Institution of the University Grants Commission) Pune University Campus, Pune – 411007. Phone : 020-2569 1414 2560 4100 Fax : 25604699 Requires: Library Trainees No. of vacancies: Two Qualification : Graduate in Science with Master Degree in Library and Information Science (M.Lib. & I.Sc.) Students who have appeared for final exam and expecting result may also apply).. Age limit : 25 years (Relaxable 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC) Tenure : One year Emoluments : Rs. 10,000/- p.m. Nature of Jobs: These trainees will be involved various in-house tasks such as Acquisition, Cataloguing, Serial Control and Circulation, etc and will be exposed to e-environment works as NAS server, creating a database for IRCs collection, creation of database of digitalized IUCAA photographs collection, etc. Candidates meeting the above requirement may send curriculum vitae/Bio data along with copies of certificates to the Senior Administrative Officer, IUCAA, Post Bag 4, Ganeshkhind, Pune – 411007 latest by November 30, 2010. Senior Administrative Officer --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ms. Nirupama Bawdekar, Scientific Officer D, Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Post Bag No. 4, Ganeskhind Pune 411 007, India Tel:(020)25604308 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC’s conundrum: NET, Ph D and M Phil
by Vasanth 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear Sir/Madam, Since 2008 when UGC has exempted M Phil holders from Ph D and NET to be an Assistant Professor in universities and colleges, it has become a never ending saga for both student and the stakeholders. UGC as an authoritative body in this case has failed to come to a right conclusion. They have again and again formulating new rules and putting job aspirants in trouble. When UGC has exempted M Phil & Ph D holders from NET, universities, especially in Tamil Nadu have come forward to offer M Phil degree in large numbers without following any of the UGC’s guidelines in offering M Phil degrees. Throughout the year they have admitted students for M Phil degree. This has resulted in large number of M Phil and Ph D holders (1,000 Ph.D degrees have been awarded by Tamil Nadu universities in the last one year, The Hindu). The selection of guides for M Phil degree was done in very hasty manner and anybody having Ph Ds have become guides and have fixed certain amount of money to be guides for the M Phil students. Projects were duplicated and submitted to the most of the Tamil Nadu universities. Without examining the duplication of the project reports and the credibility of the guides, they have literally sold M Phil degrees in market. By the time UGC realized the degrading quality of the M Phil degrees awarded by the many of the Tamil Nadu universities, large numbers of M Phil holders have awarded degrees and in some universities even Ph Ds were also awarded. UGC came up with new regulation that NET and Ph D to be remained compulsory for appointing assistant professor in universities and colleges (Minimum qualifications for the appointment of teachers and other academic staff in universities and colleges and measures for the maintenance of standards in higher education 2010). But once again UGC’s exempted M Phil holders those who have obtained M Phil degrees on or before July 2009. This has put NET qualified candidates in trouble. In a recent report published in the Hindu newspaper (2010, October 25), it has been found through Right to Information Act that none of the 54 appointments made in recent years by one of the universities in southern Tamil Nadu possessed NET qualification. Further the report revealed that 1,000 Ph.D degrees have been awarded by Tamil Nadu universities in the last one year. But, only the University of Madras and Bharathiyar University have submitted soft copies of one thesis each for the INFLIBNET depository. To add much to the chagrin, UGC has proposed to exempt all M Phil holders from qualifying NET examination. But the HRD ministry has rejected the proposal (UGC plan to dilute norms for lecturers rejected (UGC plan to dilute norms for lecturers rejected - The Times of India, 2010, November 10). This has exposed the UGC’s duality and lack of commitment in formulating rules for appointing teachers in universities and colleges. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N GFGC-Periyapanta Mysore -- 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 of Indian Journal of Plant Nutrition
by Sridhar Gutam 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear Librarians, Can anyone has the copy of Indian Journal of Plant Nutrtions of year 1983, 84 Volume 2?? I am in need of the following articles... 1. Kaim et al 1983. Nitrogen economy of the main shoot of field grown wheat at two applied nitrogen levels....................IJPN 2:29-37 2. Nair et al 1983._______________________________________________II IJPN 2:117-125 3. Kaim et al 1983________________________________________________III IJPN 2: 126-135 4. Kaim et al 1984________________________________________________IV IJPN 2; 339-350 THERE MAY BE SLIGHT ERROR IN PAGE/VOL NO Kindly help me out... Thanks & Regards Sridhar Thanks & Regards Sridhar _________________________________________________________________________ Sridhar Gutam PhD, ARS, PG Dip Patent Laws (NALSAR), IP & Biotechnology (WIPO) Scientist Unit of Simulation and Informatics Indian Agricultural Research Institute Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110012 Mobile: +91-9582791355 http://www.iari.res.in; http://works.bepress.com/sridhar_gutam/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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12th Manlibnet Annual Convention
by Lata Suresh 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear friends, Thankyou very much for your interest in 12th MANLIBNET 2010 Annual Convention. An overwhelming response from the participants from all parts of the country have made this convention an early success. We regret to inform you that we may not be able to accommodate more participants. Thanks and regards Lata Suresh Manager- Library and Documentation Centre ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR) No.1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Ph : + 91 141 3924700-730 etx 727 Fax: + 91 141 3924738 URL : www.iihmr.org Email : lata(a)iihmr.org ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Dr. TBR Memorial Seminar (2010): Web 2.0 technologies for Library Services- Reminder
by shivaram gowda 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear Members, NCSI-Net (http://ncsi-net.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) an informal association comprising of NCSI staff, trainees, and its alumni, cordially invites you to the 6th Dr. TBR Memorial Seminar (2010). This year’s seminar will be on Web 2.0 Technologies for library services. It is a one-day seminar targeted for the benefit of students of Library and Information Science and budding LIS professionals. The details of the seminar are given below: Title: Dr. TBR Memorial Seminar (2010): Web 2.0 technologies for Library Services Date: November 13, 2010 (Saturday) Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore - 560012 Target audience: Students of Library & Information Science course or its equivalent & budding information professionals. Seminar coverage: The Seminar is being conducted with an intention to create awareness amongst the students and budding information professionals about the latest developments in the field of Information and Communication technologies applicable to LIS profession. This year's Seminar will give an overview on Web 2.0 technology tools like RSS feeds, Wikis, Mashup, Blogs, etc., and customize those to Library & Information services. There will also be a session dealing with career building strategies and alternate carrier opportunities for LIS professionals. Registration fee: Rs. 150/- for Students and Rs. 350/- for budding professionals. Please do note that no arrangements for accommodation are being made for outstation participants. Number of participants restricted to 40 (due to Space constraint), it will be first come first served basis. Kindly bring this to the attention of the budding professionals and encourage them to attend the seminar. Participants will get an opportunity to interact with fellow professionals working in the industry and academia. For further information, please visit the Seminar website at: http://ncsi-net.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/workshop/ Registration form is available at: http://ncsi-net.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/workshop/registration2010.html With regards NCSI-Net Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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The Most Popular E-Journal Gateway - J-Gate
by Sumitha 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear All, Informatics has promoted the usage of electronic journals in India by way of offering a publisher independent gateway called J-Gate. Of 23,300+ English language e-journals, J-gate indexes, 7,600+ are open access journals. J-Gate is the most popular and preferred gateway for accessing electronic journals among Indian Universities and Colleges and is accessed by over 0.5 Million Scholars and Students. In view of ever increasing role of this gateway all over India, J-Gate production team launched a monthly 'J-Gate Newsletter' in December 2008 to apprise Librarians, Research Scholars & Students of the latest developments & happenings in domain of e-journals. The Newsletter covers upcoming International Conferences, Exhibitions & Trade Shows, Press Releases, Free Trials & Special Offers from various Publishers and Developments in E-Journals. May we invite you to have a glance at our Vol 2 Issue 11 at: http://www.informindia.co.in/Jgatenewsletter-current.html In the end, your suggestions and ideas regarding scope and reach of our Newsletter are highly solicited. Thanking You, Sumitha K Mani Information Analyst Informatics (India) Limited No 194, R.V.Road, P. B. No 400, Basavangudi, Bangalore - 560 004, INDIA Phone: +91 - 80 - 40387777 Fax: +91- 80 - 40387600 sumitha(a)informindia.co.in www.informindia.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Executive Committee of KALA for the year 2010-2012
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research) 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear All, We are pleased to announce the results of the elections conducted for electing the office bearers of the Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) for the 2 years term, 2010-2012. The election was conducted on October 29, 2010 by The Chief Election Officer, Mrs. S.Chinnappa and coordinated by Mr. Ananda T.Byrappa, the General Secretary of the Association. Following are the elected members for the various positions of the Executive Committee of the Association and the Office Bearers. President: Mr. P.Y. Rajendra Kumar Vice Presidents: Dr. M.Krinshanmurthy Mr. Ragavendra R General Secretary: Mr. H Rajendra Babu Joint Secretaries: Dr. K.R. Mulla Mr.H.E.Sreenivas Treasurer: Dr. Rattihalli We congratulate the elected office bearers. General body & KALA National Symposium updates will be uploaded soon @ http://www.kalaonline.com We would like to thank you for all your support and cooperation for making KALA a truly vibrant organization. Following are some of the important initiatives of KALA in last 2 years. * Added 260 plus new members * Created a web-presence for KALA with an update bi-lingual website (http://www.kalaonline.com) * Organized periodic lectures, talks and brainstorming sessions with 2 major national events: o National Seminar on 'Content Management' o National Symposium on "Next Generation Libraries: Opportunities & Challenges" * Celebration of National Library week in 2008 & 2009 across Karnataka * Revival of KALA for making it more vibrant! Thank you, Prof. I.K. Ravichandra Rao Mr. Ananda Byrappa Dr Francis Jayakanth Mrs. Usha Mukunda Mr Basavaiah Mr Rajendra Babu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Report on KALA's National Symposium on Next Generation Libraries: Opportunities and Challenges
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research) 11 Nov '10

11 Nov '10

Dear All, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) organized a symposium on "Next Generation Libraries: Opportunities and Challenges" on : Friday, 29 October 2010 at Bangalore. Thanks for all those who partnered with us to make the symposium a success. I am forwarding the symposium report for the benefit of professional friends. Special thanks to Mrs. Gayathri Sen of PES Institute of technology for preparing this report. Best Regards, Ananda Byrappa ________________________________________________________________________ _____ National Symposium on Next Generation Libraries: Opportunities and Challenges Organized by: Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Date: Friday, 29 October 2010 A Symposium report prepared by Mrs. Gayathri Sen, PESIT, Bangalore The Symposium on Next Generation Libraries: Opportunities and Challenges was organised by Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) on : Friday, 29 October 2010 at City Central Library, Hampi Nagar, RPC layout, Bangalore The registration started by 9 am on OCT. 29th, 2010 at the City Central Library, West Zone, Hampinagar (RPC Layout) Vijayanagar, Bangalore. Around 100 delegates attended the one day Symposium with the participation of professionals from various parts of Karnataka. The objective of the Symposium was to provide an effective platform to learn, discuss, debate and develop a broad understanding of the next generation libraries and the technologies that drive such libraries. Inagural Program was held at the seminar hall between 10AM to 11.15 AM. Program started by Mr.Ananda Byrappa, Organizing Secretary inviting the distinguished guest Mr. N V Satyanaraya and Prof. I K Ravichandra Rao to the dias. Dr.Sridhar and Dr.Gowda welcomed them with floral bouquet. The program started by the invocation song by Gayathri and Nalini. Dr.I K Ravichandra Rao, President of KALA introduced Mr. N V Satyanarayana, Managing Director, Informatics India Ltd. Key Note address: Mr. N V Satyanarayana said that the topic of the symposium is the curtain raiser for the next generation leadership in libraries. He said that Prof. Ranganathan after his retirement came to Bangalore and started Mysore Library Association which is the present Karnataka Library Association (KALA) and the association should act as a watch dog for implementation of Library legislation in Karnataka. He said that with the advent of googalization print is being less used and making way for the electronic era. Because of the fragility of electronic content libraries are losing out on the Social Memory Concept. Earlier, libraries used to act as archives of valued content and university libraries played that role. Users used to go there for their academic requirements. Second role change is access from anywhere. No users may come to the library. But still, the relevance and value of libraries will continue because of free access to paid content. He said that as long as paid content exists, libraries will exist. He said that people perceive libraries in different ways. 1. Users need a place to study. They browse or borrow books and download journal articles. 2. Institutions see it as a temple of learning and an expensive and important infrastructure for educational growth. 3. Librarians dream of implementing newer technologies in their libraries and are driven by passion for professional identity. 4. Society perceives libraries as an important place to change the mind set of their children to improve their knowledge levels. He emphasized on the two elements, for the role to be played for the next generation libraries and librarians. Library is place for self learning - a better alternative where there are no good teachers. Make it a learning environment. This is where a role change has to happen. Use e-book readers which are no more expensive and Cloud computing for connectivity. Rent technology instead of owning expensive servers. Make libraries a part of social media. He concluded by saying next generation libraries will be an interactive browsing space. All stake holders like faculty, students will be involved. It will be like a membership club for sharing knowledge. Focus should be on interaction rather than information. Identity can be enhanced by partnership rather than isolation, and Library Associations has to play their role in this aspect. Prof. IK Ravichandra Rao in his presidential said that network is the answer for the next generation. It may be internet, or network of users, or network of librarians. Dr. Francis Jayakant, NCSI, gave the vote of thanks by appreciating the wonderful key note address. The Technical Sessions started at 11.30 AM. The program was designed in the form of a panel discussion. The panelists comprised of experts from industry & academia. The discussion topics included: 1. Next Generation Information Sources: Content, Access, Pricing, trends and Promotion & Usage 2. Next Generation Library Services: New model for library services based on library .2.0 3. User expectations and required skills for managing the next generation libraries 4. "Perspectives" - Panel Discussion by Present & Former Presidents of Professional Associations TECHNICAL SESSIONS: Rapporteur General : Mrs. Gayathri Sen for all sessions Technical Session 1 11.30 AM - 12.30 AM Next Generation Information Sources: Content, Access, Pricing, Trends, Promotion and Usage Moderator & Chairperson: Dr. I R N Goudar Panellists: Dr. MS Sridhar, former Head, ISRO Library Dr. KN Prasad, SRELS Mr. Ajay Mehrotra, Rohan Consultancy Co-ordinators: Ramya and Ms. Deepti Chourasia Dr. IRN Goudar thanked the organizers for the opportunity given and requested Mr. Rajendra Kumar, Mr.Kalyan and Mr.Ananda Byrappa to present floral bouquet to the panelists to welcome them. He said that lot of issues has to be considered when we move from one media to another like CD ROM to e-resource etc. Publishers came with pricing models suitable to them and librarians had to consider the pros and cons, example e-book bundles. Dr. KN Prasad, SRELS said that over the last five years internet has revolutionized as content delivery platform in financial, educational e commerce sectors. E publishers has to catch libraries for their trade by coming out with different pricing models because libraries provide access to their users. He also spoke about Prof. S R Ranganathan and the journal 'Library Science with a Slant to Documentation' to 'Library Science with a Slant to Documentation and Information Studies'. He concluded by saying next generation will be more information savvy. Dr. MS Sridhar, former Head, ISRO Library said that usage has reduced compared to earlier days. Libraries are hijacked with reference to content, access, pricing, decision making etc. Low priority items like thesis is glorified by bringing into digital form. Digital information has demarcated published, unpublished and grey literature. Search strategies many times stands between user and information. Every place feels like an office because of 24X7. 'Select and access' to 'Access and Select' is the change that is seen. Mr. Ajay Mehrotra, Rohan Consultancy said that pricing was simpler in print media. Evolution can be seen from fixed pricing model to flexible pricing models. Depending on the number of access for users, multi-site pricing for different centers, Consortia pricing, which works out cheaper for likeminded users. The floor was thrown open for discussions. Mr. Patawardhan, Global Academy, Dr.Choodamani, IISc, Mrs. Gayathri Sen, PESIT and few others had some queries and comments. Dr.Goudar closed the session by elaborating on different models available. The panelists were honored by Prof. IKR, Prof.Chandrashekar, Prof.Harinarayan and Shri.Rajendra Kumar. Technical Session 2 12.30 AM to 1.30 PM Next Generation Library Services: New model for library services based on library 2.0 Moderator & Chairperson: Dr. N S Harinarayana, Mysore University Panellists: Mr. Madhuresh Singhal, Advinus Mr. Sumil M V, SDM Institute for Management Mr. Rupesh Kumar, Tumkur University, Tumkur Co-ordinators: Mr. Shivaram B S and Ms. Manjula K Dr. N S Harinarayana, Mysore University started by asking a question. Why next generation libraries are required? He said that it is required to exploit possibilities and for better opportunities. How libraries can adopt some web 2.0 technologies to become more user centric. Mr. Rupesh Kumar, Tumkur University, Tumkur showed a map which highlighted web 2.0. He said that development of web 2.0 is driven by the attitudes of the users. Two classes of users exist. 1. interested to use e book readers. 2. conventional format of print but not wanting to visit the library. How through web users can evaluate information resources and library services on web. Mr. Sunil M V, SDM Institute for Management said that web 2.0 has brought user centered change in libraries. Users can make their comments, review about books, services over Library OPAC. He gave example of Duke university. He gave list of services at SDMIT and said that not many users use all the services which the library offers. Mr. Madhuresh Singhal, Advinus said that Michael Tessy created Lib 2.0. How at Advinus all the web2.0 tools like blogs, RSS feeds comments can be used. The font size implies the number of usage for that topic. He said that user's involvement is very much required for its success. Mr.Patawardan commented about the situations in the practical library environment and the possibility of implementing such technologies. Dr. Goudar said that soft vendors should implement such technologies for library softwares. The panelists were honored and the session was closed for lunch. Lunch Break 1.30 PM - 2.00 PM Technical Session 3 2.00 PM to 3.00 PM User expectations and required skills for managing the next generation libraries. Moderator & Chairperson: Prof. TD Kemparaju Panellists: Dr. Venkadesan, Indian Institute of Science Dr. S Natarajan, PES Institute of Technology Co-ordinators: Mr. Ragavendra Pawar and Ms. Rajalakshmi G Prof. TD Kemparaju started the session by elaborating upon the expectations of the users and the training requirements of the librarians for managing next generation libraries. Dr. Venkadesan, Indian Institute of Science said that users want information fast and with great speed and library has to move to the users. We have to evolve to systems which are verbally going to communicate. Users generate information and libraries can act as mediators. Information can be delivered through kiosks and mentioned few pilot projects like Dr.Swaminathan Research Institutes. Dr. S Natarajan, PES Institute of Technology said that more electronic gadgets can be seen than books in many libraries of today. Librarians should be trained and use the technologies available and become part of the teaching-learning process. He spoke about the collaboration between libraries and the global network, about Library of congress and OCLC catalog. Floor was open for discussion. Dr. Harinarayana said that elective called web 2.0 is offered in Mysore University and many non LIS professionals have enrolled for the course. Few other participants commented. The panelists were honored and the last and concluding technical session started. Technical Session 4 3.00 PM to 4.00 PM Presidents' 'Perspectives' on running professional organizations Panellists: Dr. H S Siddamalliah, NIMHANS Dr. I R N Goudar, Mysore University Prof. I K Ravichandra Rao, ISI Co-ordinators: Mr. Ananda Byrappa The ex presidents of KALA stressed on networking and promoting leadership qualities, communication skills for members of association. Members should contribute to the development of the profession. Members should bring to the notice of public about librarianship. They felt that one third of the previous committee has to be retained to guide the next committee. Organizers honored the panelists. Valedictory 4.00 PM to 4.30 PM Mr. Badagannavar, Joint Director, City Central Library gave the vote of thanks to the organizers and the participants for making the programme a great success. Valedictory session was concluded by reading of a brief report of the day's proceedings by Mrs. Gayathri Sen, Rapporteur General, and the session was concluded. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar Circular
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Seminar on Different Interfaces of Digital Library: An Exploratory Study Abstract: Interface is point of interaction between two systems or workgroups. In terms of computer science or more precisely a software interface is a platform through which user can interact with the system. The digital library software has become very popular in libraries and has converted conventional libraries into digital libraries by creating a visual interface to them. There are several such packages present today and each of them has their own visual interface. These interfaces to digital libraries help humans in organizing, electronically accessing, and managing large, complex information spaces and can be seen as value-added service to digital libraries. This paper will describe design and usage of the various interfaces to digital libraries with special emphasis on DSpace, and discusses major challenges and generic issues related with these interfaces. Student Presenter : Abhinav Kumar Singh Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 12/11/2010 Time : 2:00 pm All are cordially invited Devika P. Madalli Seminar coordinator -- 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] NIFT & IFLA (Art Library Section) Intl. Conference Feb. 2011
by ICLAM 2011 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

*NIFT, New Delhi **in collaboration with IFLA - **Art Libraries Section * Organises *ICLAM 2011 (*International conference on the Convergence of Libraries, Archives and Museums) *February 15 to 17, 2011** Venue : India International Centre, New Delhi* *Theme : User Empowerment through Digital Technologies * *Highlights * - Selected papers will be published in reputed International Journals - Edited book (with ISBN) of accepted papers will be published by a leading Publisher *NIFT - ICLAM* - Unique international conference of Librarians, Archivists & Conservators to promote digital convergence of the memory institutions - Tutorials by leading Academicians & Industry experts - World renowned Academicians, Professionals, Freelancers & Entrepreneurs will share their ideas & experiences - Special session by Wikimedia - Special day of parallel sessions on Preservation of Heritage Resources *LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT **21 NOVEMBER 2010*** * * *LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION OF COMPLETE PAPER **15 DECEMBER 2010*** * * *About the Conference**:** * User empowerment is critical to the development of all information organizations, i.e. libraries, archives and museums. The goal of technological innovations in information services is to enhance the sense of participation and control of IT-empowered users, who easily metamorphose from consumers to creators of information. Libraries, archives and museums, collectively known as memory institutions, are continuously empowering their systems and services with dynamic digital technologies to meet the increasing expectations of users. Information service providers throughout the world are striving to strike a balance between traditional organizational control strategies and user empowerment initiatives. In pursuit of empowerment of users, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has collaborated with the Art Libraries Section of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) to organize an international conference from 15th to 17th February, 2011 in New Delhi. The theme of the conference is ‘*User empowerment through digital technologies’. * This conference will offer a forum to deliberate on issues related to user empowerment in libraries, archives and museums, now developing into a unified knowledge repository through digital convergence. This is the first conference in the series titled *“International conference on the Convergence of Libraries, Archives and Museums (ICLAM)”* and NIFT’s third initiative to promote cross-sectoral collaborations in the knowledge sector in India. During the conference all stakeholders contributing to the convergence of libraries, archives and museums will analyze the theme of empowerment of users from multiple perspectives – ranging from user interface and digital preservation technologies to rights of the users and empowerment of disadvantaged user communities. The issue of empowerment is also related to affordability and sustainability of digital technologies particularly in this age of financial instability. Library & Information professionals, archivists and conservators, as end users of open source and commercial software, will discuss trends and problems specific to their own sectors. Leading professionals, academicians and entrepreneurs will also exchange views on other issues related to technological, infrastructural and organizational developments including partnerships in the knowledge sector. *EMINENT *Speakers CALL FOR PAPERS & PRESENTATIONS * * *Dr. Dinesh Katre* Group Coordinator, Centre for Development of Advance Computing, Pune India www.cdac.in * * *Mr. GussVan der Brekel* Coordinator, Electronic Services Central Medical Library Netherlands * * *Ms. Heather Brown* Asstt. Director Artlab Australia www.artlabaustralia.com.au * * *Dr. Jagdish Arora* Director, INFLIBNET Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India www.inflibnet.ac.in * * *Prof. Jagtar Singh* Department of Library and Information Science Punjabi University India www.punjabiuniversity.ac.in * * *Dr. Jan Simane* Chair & Treasurer, Art Libraries Section -IFLA Kunsthistorisches Institute in Florenz Italy www.khi.fi.it * * *Ms. Lucile Trunel* Literature and Art Department, Bibliothèque Nationale de France, France www.bnf.fr * * *Mr. Martin Flynn* National Art Library, Victoria and Albert Museum, London UK www.vam.ac.uk * * *Ms. Maureen Burns* President Visual Resources Association, USA www.vraweb.org * * *Prof. P.B. Mangla* Former HoD, Department of Library and Information Science Delhi University, India www.du.ac.in * * *Mr. Pratapanand Jha* Director (Cultural Informatics Lab.) Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts New Delhi, India www.ignca.nic.in * * *Dr. R. K. Chaddha* Joint Secretary Parliament Library, New Delhi, India *Mr. Rolf Kallman* Head of Department Swedish National Heritage Resources Board, Sweden *Dr. S. Majumdar* Librarian University of Delhi, India www.du.ac.in * * *Mr. S. P. Singh* Retd. Director (Conservation) National Museum, New Delhi, India www.nationalmuseumindia.gov.in * * *Prof. Shalini Urs* Executive Director, ISIM University of Mysore, India www.uni-mysore.ac.in * * *Prof. T. Viswanathan* Former Director, INSDOC (now NISCAIR) www.niscair.res.in *More names of Speakers will be added soon…….*** *Call for Papers* Papers and presentations are invited on the following topics related to each listed sub-theme (in bold): (More sub-themes and topics will be added. Papers on related topics are also welcome) *Emergence of the Technology-Empowered Users:* - Changing roles of Users in Libraries, Archives & Museums - Information seeking behaviour of Users : Emerging Trends - New roles & identities for Librarians, Archivists & Conservators *Empowering Users of Libraries, Archives & Museums:* - User Interface Technologies : Emerging Trends - Social Media for Empowerment: Web2.0 & beyond - Management of User-generated contents in Libraries & Museums *Building Information Repositories : Emerging Trends in Technologies* - Digital Preservation Technologies : Emerging Trends - Building Institutional Repositories : Strategies for future - Open Source vs. Commercial software * * *Re-defining Rights of Users of Libraries : Perspectives of Creators, Mediators and Users* - Freedom of Access to Information - Copyright & Fair Use - IPR & Digital resources *Serving the Empowered Users in Libraries & Information Centres* - Relevance of Conventional Library services to Web - empowered Users - Information Literacy Programmes - Special services for Users with Special Needs - Marketing information services to the empowered users - Branding & Promoting Institutional repositories *Open Access Publishing : A tool for Empowerment* - Open Access Publishing of Books - Scholarly Communication & Open Access Publishing - Sustainability of Open Access Initiatives - Future of e-journals & e-books : Emerging Integrated format *Bridging the Digital Divide** among Users : Roles of Libraries & Information Centres* - Economic barriers to Information Access - Empowerment of Disadvantaged User Communities - Roles of Public Libraries & Information Centres in the Rural Sector - Transcending the language barriers through digital technologies *Partnerships for Empowerment & Libraries* - Sustainable Digitisation Projects - Public & Private Partnerships for Digit al Libraries - Consortium model of Co-operation *From Collaboration to Convergence:* - Networking of Libraries, Museums, Archives and Beyond *One day of Special Parallel Sessions on Heritage Resources in Art Libraries, Archives & Museums * *Cultural heritage** **in Art Libraries, Archives & Museums* - Culture of Heritage Preservation: Eastern & Western perspectives - Changing Patronage : Public & Private funding of Artists & Collections - How authentic is the Art work? The Collector’s nightmare - Marketing Strategies for Visual Resources - Art libraries in Asia & Africa : Problems & Prospects - Public Museums in Asia & Africa : Problems & Prospects - Archives in the Digital Age : Problems & Prospects * * *Digital Preservation of Cultural heritage* - Conservation of Art works & Handicrafts : Fusion of traditional techniques & modern technologies - Challenges of preservation of Rare books & Manuscripts - Archiving Exhibitions (including various forms of art) - Preserving ‘born digital’ heritage : Emerging trends - Virtual & Physical Environments in Museums - Revival of traditions through Digital Preservation * * *Special session** **on Conservation of Textiles * - Conservation of Historic Textiles : Emerging trends - Conservation of Contemporary Designer collections - Digital Photography of Textiles ( including 3-D photography) - Business of Textile Conservation - Conservator’s role in Revival of traditional Textile crafts * * * ICLAM-2011 offers following formats for presentations :* * * v *Papers in sessions: *Thematic sessions of presentation of written papers with power point presentations. v *Demonstrations:* Demonstrations of hands-on applications / techniques with or without power point presentations can be presented in special sessions for Art Libraries and Museums. v *Special interaction sessions: *Professional interaction sessions on relevant issues can be arranged on special requests for informal and non-commercial presentations of interactive manner. Presenters will be in-charge of these sessions and will facilitate discussions. * * *Guidelines for submission of papers :* · *All manuscripts should be unpublished original work and should be submitted with a covering letter signed by the author/s. *The letter should mention the theme and sub-theme under which the paper falls. Please refer to the list of sub-themes under 'Call for papers’. · The author/authors should provide following information: Þ Name/s, address of the institution, and author for correspondence along with telephone no., fax no. and e-mail id. · Paper should be submitted in MS Word (2000) format and of maximum 3000 words. Power point presentations without accompanying text will not be accepted as papers. · The Abstract and Paper should confirm the following guidelines: Þ Title of the paper (in bold 14 point font size & Times New Roman font type) Þ Full text and abstract should be single-spaced, A4 page size, 10 point font size, Times New Roman font type Þ Name(s) of author/s, their Institution, city and country Þ Abstract of approximately 150 words along with maximum five key words Þ Paragraph heading and sub-headings in bold 12 font size & may be numbered in bold. *· *The margins may be set as follows:-* * Þ Top: 3 cm Þ Bottom: 3.8 cm Þ Left: 3.8 cm Þ Right: 2.5 cm · Page numbers should be placed at the bottom of each page, centred on the width. Underlined words are to be set in italics. · Tables and figures may be numbered in Arabic numerals and sources cited clearly. These should appear in sequential order in the text. The corresponding tables or figures should either appear within the text or should be placed at the end of the article. · Maps and figures have to be given as reproducible artworks ready for press. · Follow the APA style of citation for all references and bibliographies. · Papers and presentations must be in English only since interpreters can not be provided. * * Who can participate? Library & Information professionals from special, academic & public libraries, conservators, IT professionals, publishers, authors, educators, students and all users of libraries, information centres, archives and visitors of museums from any part of the world can attend the conference. *REGISTRATION * *India & SAARC country delegates* * * *Fees per participant* *Remarks* Sponsored participant (Conference only) Rs.3500/- 20% *discount in case of more than three participants from same organization * One day participation Rs.1200/- Tutorial participation Rs.1000/- * * Sponsored participant (Tutorial & conference) Rs.4000/- * * Non-sponsored, students, retired professionals etc. participant (Conference only) Rs.1500/- *20% discount in case of more than three participants from same organization/department* * * *Rest of the world delegates* USD 150/- * * Tutorial participation** USD 50/- * * v Registration fee includes conference kit, tea, lunch, copy of proceedings and dinner, whenever planned. v Registration fee is non-refundable. v Substitutes are permitted. v Registration fee does not include accommodation. v Registration will be confirmed only if the form is duly filled and payment is received in full. v Students can participate by sending their form through their institution. * * *Mode of payment:* * * v All payments from delegates will be accepted in Cash/ Local Cheque/ Demand Draft prepared in favour of NIFT Delhi, payable at Delhi. Please indicate clearly that the payment is remitted towards registration for ICLAM – 2011 with particulars of the delegate. Bank transaction charges may be included for outstation or international cheques along with the registration fee. *For further details please check the websites of NIFT* http://www.nift.ac.in/ICLAM_2011/index.htm & IFLA http://www.ifla.org/en/news/71 Contact persons : Dr. Sanjeev Kumar 011-26542004&2 Ms. Nandini Dutta 011-26542146/7 Email ids : *iclam2011(a)nift.ac.in; iclam2011@gmail.com;**a1@nift.ac.in; * * iclam2011(a)gmail.com; nrc.nift(a)gmail.com; delhirc(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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Ministry no-balls UGC's move on relaxing norms
by Irshad Ahmed 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

Centre has rejected the UGC resolution to dilute the eligibility norms for appointment of lecturers and vetoed a proposal to have MPhil as the minimum academic qualification. see the link http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/UGC-plan-to-dilute-norms-for-lectu… Irshad Ahmed Information Assistant Deccan Herald Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations to the new Governing Body of KALA..
by Sathya 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

Dear Friends: Many CONGRATULATIONS ( belated though) to the new "Governing Body of KALA" ! I wish all the newly elected members all the very best in their new endeavours. I would also like to congratulate the newly elected President of KALA, Dr P Y Rajendra Kumar. I am sure, with his varied & vast experience, enthusiasm, and with the able support of new Governing Body he will take KALA to newer heights in the coming days! Please join me in wishing them GOOD LUCK! Once again, my heart-felt congratulations and best wishes to one and all. Sathya ====== |N V Sathyanarayana|Managing Director|Informatics (India) Ltd|194, R V |Road, Basavanagudi|Bangalore 560 004. |INDIA|http://www.informindia.co.in/HYPERLINK |"http://www.informindia.co.in"www.informindia.co.in|Phone |+91-80-4038-7777|FAX +91-80-4038-7600| -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article request
by Manas Samanta 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

Dear Madam/Sir, Our scientist is looking below mention article. *Application of Ultrasonic Test on Creep-Fatigue Life Evaluation *Journal: Key Engineering Materials<https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png>(Volumes 321 - 323) Volume Advanced Nondestructive Evaluation I<https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png> Edited by Seung-Seok Lee, Joon Hyun Lee, Ik Keun Park, Sung-Jin Song, Man Yong Choi Pages 476-479 DOI 10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.321-323.476 Authors Bum Joon Kim <https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png>, Byeong Soo Lim <https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png>, Sung Jin Song<https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png>, Young H. Kim <https://email.nmlindia.org/images/blank.png> If any library hold this article, kindly send the below mention address. Thanking you and with kind regards, Manas Samanta Technical Assistant. National Metallurgical Laboratory, Jamshedpur Email- msamanta(a)nmlindia.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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PhD norms for eligibility of lecturership and asst librarian in university
by sushanta kumar pathy 10 Nov '10

10 Nov '10

Dear Members,In continuation with discussion on new PhD regulation, can some one clarify the stand of UGC for eligibility of lecturership in university as per new PhD regulation 2009 for those who have already registerd their PhD before 2009 and awaiting for awards or likely to submit shortly .Sushanta Kumar PathyCentral Library,Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), BhubaneswarSamantapuri (Rear-side of Hotel Swosti Plaza)Bhubaneswar- 751013, ODISHAEmail: spathy(a)iitbbs.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Suggession for improvement of my website
by Prabhu lis 09 Nov '10

09 Nov '10

Dear Professionals I have created a website for my Library. Kindly have a visit and send ur suggestions. http://www.uitcentrallibrary.webs.com/ Kindly send ur valuable comments and I request you to become a member of my site -- M.Prabhu. Librarian United Institute of Technology G.Kovundampalayam, Coimbatore 641 021 Mobile: 9750399955 http://anbudanprabhulis.blogspot.com/ http://bdugateway.dreamhosters.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations R.Shivanna, Rajyotsava Awardee 2010
by Sathya 09 Nov '10

09 Nov '10

Dear Friends: Hearty Congratulations (belated though) to our beloved Dr R Shivanna for getting the Rajyothsava Award for 2010. This simple, unassuming, down-to-earth person sure deserves the recognition. I am extremely happy for him and his family. I sincerely wish him all the very best in life and pray for his long and healthy life ahead.. Once again, Congratulations and best wishes, Sathya ====== |N V Sathyanarayana|Managing Director|Informatics (India) Ltd|194, R V Road, Basavanagudi|Bangalore 560 004. INDIA|http://www.informindia.co.in/HYPERLINK "http://www.informindia.co.in"www.informindia.co.in|Phone +91-80-4038-7777|FAX +91-80-4038-7600| -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MPhils till mid-2009 exempt from NET
by leeladharan manavalan 09 Nov '10

09 Nov '10

Candidates who passed their MPhil examinations and awarded the Degree on or before July 10, 2009 are exempted from taking NET & SET Examinations. For further information read the article at http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/MPhils-till-mid-2009-exempt-from-N… -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ILL request
by Ms. Smita Chandra 09 Nov '10

09 Nov '10

Dear Madam/Sir, We are in urgent need of the below mentioned article and would be extremely grateful if the same could please be made available. The article requested is : 1. AIP Conf. Proc., Jan 1995, v.320, p.154-157, A cosmic ray experiment. In case the same is available, please send us a pdf or hard copy (at the address mentioned below). Thanking you and with kind regards, Ms.Smita Chandra Librarian Indian Institute of Geomagnetism Kalamboli Panvel Highway, New Panvel, New Mumbai 410 218 Phone: 91-22-2748 4000 / ext.4137 (Direct: 91-22-2748 4137) Fax: 91-22-2748 0762 Indian Institute of Geomagnetsim, Plot No.5, Sector 18, Near Kalamboli Highway, New Panvel, Navi Mumbai +9122-27484000 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Increement of PHD/M Phill for Library Professionals
by M. Ram 08 Nov '10

08 Nov '10

Dear colleague Kindly let me the know the Phd/ M Phil increments procedure for the Assistant Librarian, Asstt Librarian (Sr Scale) who awarded Phd /M Phil degree during the period 2006 to 2009. If a person registered himself/herself for Phd as per UGC regulation he/she will get the Phd in 2011-12. But who already awarded Phd/M Phill up to 2009 and who are already registered (before 2009 regulation) and already in service. They will get non-compounded increments or not. Thanking you. Dr.Mange Ram Deputy Librarian University Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University), Dayalbagh Agra-5 (UP)INDIA Mail: m_ram72(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations - Dr. R.Shivanna, Deputy Librarian (Retd.), Bangalore University - Rajyotsava Awardee 2010
by Syed Sajjad Ahmed 06 Nov '10

06 Nov '10

Dear Library Friends, The message from Dr. K. N. Prasad informing LIS fraternity about Dr. R. Shivanna getting the Rajyotsava Award for 2010 was indeed a great news to me personally and for other library professionals as well. I was his student of B.Lib.Sc. course during 1974-75. He was an excellent teacher, a good human being and a simple soul. He always encouraged and guided students both during the course and later for securing jobs. He had a long career both as faculty and Asst. librarian (later as Deputy Librarian) at the Bangalore University. In fact, I have'nt met him for many many years now, but when I saw this thrilling news, I planned to share my thoughts with my library friends. "My congratulations to him on getting this prestigeous Rajyotsava Award and pray for his long life and committement to library field". With best wishes from a former student, Sincerely yours, . Syed Sajjad Ahmed Senior Cataloger Box 1910, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals Library Dhahran - 31261, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Phone : (9663)-8603008 - Office Fax : (9663)-8603018 - Office Email : sjahmed(a)kfupm.edu.sa Personal Home Page: http://staff.kfupm.edu.sa/library/sjahmed/ Save a tree. Don't print this e-mail unless it's really necessary -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IIT Hyderabad calls for Library Assistant position
by Kshema Prakash 04 Nov '10

04 Nov '10

Apologies for x-postings Dear Colleagues, IIT Hyderabad is looking for a suitable candidate for the post of Library Assistant (one-contractual). Mentioned below are the details, which can also be found their website at http://www.iith.ac.in/recruitment/lib_asst.html. Advertisement No.: IITH/Admin/2010 3 November 2010 Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad invites applications for the post of Library Assistant (1 Post- On Contract). The candidate should be well conversant with various activities of an Academic Library, such as procurement and processing of books and periodicals, maintenance of Library materials, library automation, reprography, binding unit, etc. and providing assistance to general library administration. Qualifications: 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 seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record. At least 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates should be familiar with usage of Library software and have experience in library computerisation/automation. Age limit - 35 years, Emoluments - Rs. 22,500/- p.m. (consolidated). Period of employment - Initially for 11 months, likely to be extended Interested individuals may apply by sending their bio-data to reach IIT Hyderabad by 15th November 2010. Clearly mention relevant experience. Include attested degree certificate along with mark sheets of Intermediate and qualifying degree. Selection Procedure: A committee of faculty members will shortlist candidates based on their resume. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. E mail - careers(a)iith.ac.in (Please include the subject of the email as ‘Library Assistant Position’) Postal address The Director (Attn Admin Section), Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Ordnance Factory Estate, Yeddumailaram Pin 502 205 Dist. Medak, Andhra Pradesh With best regards and wishes for a happy and safe Deepavali, Kshema ---------------------------------------- Dr. (Mrs.) Kshema Prakash Deputy Librarian, Central Library Indian Institute of Technology, Rajasthan IIT Rajasthan Camp Office Department of Computer Sc. & Engineering MBM Engineering College JODHPUR 342 011 * ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Tel: +91-291-2449038 Mobile: +91-7742941299 Email: kprakash(a)iitk.ac.in, kshemaprakash(a)gmail.com * ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Website: http://www.kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ **http://in.linkedin.com/in/kshemaprakash* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IIM Ahmedabad Books
by Anil Kumar 03 Nov '10

03 Nov '10

Dear All One of the initiatives in celebrating the Golden Jubilee of IIMA, the institute in association with Random House is bringing out a series of books on management. The first four books are now available in the market and can be bought on flipkart and amazon. The books are: 1. Business and Intellectual Property 2. Managers Who Make a Difference 3. Strategies for Growth 4. The Persuasive Manager The website link for this is http://iimabooks.com/ Regards Anil Dr. H. Anil Kumar Librarian and Head NICMAN Indian Institute of Management Vastrapur Ahmedabad 380 015 Ph: 079-66324987 (D) 9825083804 (M) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Exempt teachers who did MPhil before July 2009 from NET/SLET’
by yekanath kamble 03 Nov '10

03 Nov '10

Exempt teachers who did MPhil before July 2009 from NET/SLET’ Published: Tuesday, Nov 2, 2010, 2:45 IST By Mihika Basu | Place: Mumbai | Agency: DNA .art_img_class {width:200px;background:#f0f0f0;margin-top:.5em;font-size:0.7em;display:none;} art_imgs = 0; cur_art_img = 1; function prev(){ for (i=1;i -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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