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Public Libraries as Community Information Centres in India: An Emerging Vision
by Mailing List Admin 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:16:35 +0000 (GMT) From: sankaran arumugam <sankaran_thehindu(a)yahoo.com> Dear All, The Madras Library Association, Chennai and The Connemara Public Library, Chennai Cordially invite you to a lecture on "Public Libraries as Community Information Centres in India: An Emerging Vision" By Dr. Ajit Pyati Assistant professor in the Faculty of Information and Media Studies, University of Western Ontario in Canada 5:30 p.m., Monday, February 25, 2008 Venue: The Connemara Public Library, Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai 600 008 Refreshments: 5.00 p.m. Dr. Ajit Pyati is an assistant professor in the Faculty of Information and Media Studies at the University of Western Ontario in Canada. He holds a BA from UC Berkeley, and MLIS and Ph.D. degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Pyati teaches in the areas of information sources and services; information policy and equity; and social aspects of information and technology. His particular areas of research interest are international library development; information society and policy; globalization, migration, and ICTs; and critical information studies. Looking forward to see you with your colleagues on 25th. Regards, Gowri Secretary, MALA

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sr.lib.asstt. recruitment in shivaji university, kolhapur
by Mailing List Admin 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

Date: 20 Feb 2008 13:14:50 -0000 From: Sanjay Mahajan <mahajansan_s(a)rediffmail.com> Information of recuritment in shivaji university kolhapur, post of sr. library assistant. visit on www.unishivaji.ac.in Sanjay DM Sr.Lib.Asstt. Shivaji University, Kolhapur

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ASIST International Paper Contest-2008
by Shamprasad Pujar 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

Dear Members, This year's ASIST International Paper Contest-2008 has been announced. The topic of paper contest is: "People Transforming Information ? Information Transforming People" More details can be had at: <http://www.asis.org/SIG/SIGIII/paper_contest/2008/CFP2008.html>http://www.asis.org/SIG/SIGIII/paper_contest/2008/CFP2008.html Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Deputy Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Film City Road, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: 91-22-2841 6565 ; 2840 0919 Ext: 565 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in URL: 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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eGranthalaya Developers meet on 27th February 2008 at Delhi
by Upadhyay P K 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

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Vacancy for LIS Tranees at NIFT,Mumbai
by anand bandi 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

LIS Professional Trainee positions at NIFT, Khargahr, Navi Mumbai. Total 3 Positions with stipend of Rs.6000 to 8000 per month. Fresh Post-Graduates from LIS Faculty. Appointment for 6 Months initially and renewable for further 6 months. Dr.A.N.Bandi Head Librarian ************************************************************************************************ Dr.A.N.Bandi, Head, Resource Centre, National Institute of Fashion Technology, NIFT Campus, Plot No.15, Sector 4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410 210. Ph.91-22-27584080/81 Mobile : 09892192799 e-mail: anb321in(a)yahoo.co.in anbandi(a)rediffmail.com ************************************************************************************************ Share files, take polls, and discuss your passions - all under one roof. 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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Invitaion to the Inaugural Session of the Quality Indicators Workshop, Punjabi University, Patiala
by Jagtar Singh 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

You are cordially invited to the Inaugural Session of the *National Workshop on Quality Indicators and Best Practices for Academic Libraries, *on 04 March 2008 at 11.00 a.m. in the Senate Hall of the Punjabi University, Patiala. Programme: Welcome: Dr. Trishanjit Kaur, Workshop Co-coordinator Background Introduction: Prof. Jagtar Singh, Workshop Coordinator Inaugural Address: Dr. R. G. Prasher, Former Professor & Head, Department of Library and Information Science, and Dean, Faculty of Arts, Sagar University, Sagar (MP) Keynote Address: Sh. M. Moni, Deputy Director General, National Informatics Centre (NIC), New Delhi Guests of Honour: Ms. Kalpana Dasgupta, Advisor Libraries, National Knowledge Commission (NKC) Dr. R. L. Raina, Director, Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Dehli Presidential Address: Dr. Jaspal Singh, Vice-Chacellor, Punjabi University, Patiala. Vote of Thanks: Dr. H.P.S. Kalra, Faculty, Library & Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala -- Dr. Jagtar Singh, Workshop Coordinator & Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) & Standing Committee Member, IFLA Information Technology Section Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 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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PressDisplay
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

Dear Friends, PressDisplay provides access to 500 newspapers from 70 countries in 37 laungages eg. USA Today, Frankfurter Allegemaine Zeitung, The Herald, Dagens Nyheter, El Pais etc. Newspaper issues are online in the service on the same day that they come out and are accessible for 60 days. Dinesh K S -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd:[Libtech] Job Posting: Deputy Manager (Library):HAL:Nasik
by Mallikarjuna 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

--- In libtech(a)yahoogroups.com, "Mallikarjuna" <hbmallikarjuna@...> wrote: HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS LIMITED AIRCRAFT DIVISION Ojhar, Taluka : Niphad, District : Nasik (Maharashtra) 422 207 HAL Aircraft Division, Nasik invites applications from the eligible candidates for the following post: Deputy Manager (Library) No. of Posts 01 (UR-01) REMUNERATION: They will be appointed in Grade-III with the starting basic of Rs.12550 in thepay scale of Rs.10750-300-16750 (Pay Scales are due for revision from 01.01.2007). Besides the Basic Pay, the selected candidates will be eligible to get other benefits such as DA, CCA, Accommodation/HRA, PF,Incentive, Gratuity, LTC / LTA, Group Insurance, Magazine Allowance, Washing Allowance, Canteen Allowance, Conveyance reimbursement,Professional Development allowance, Leave encashment etc. Total monthly emoluments at the minimum of the scale presently work out to Rs.27, 000/- approximately. ELIGIBILITY: Qualification: Master degree in Library and Information Science or Master Degree in Library Studies with a minimum of fifteen-year experience after the completion of post graduation degree. AGE: Upper age limit is 45 years as on 01.02.2008 for general candidates. For candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the state of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1.1.80 to 31.12.89, the upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for General candidates. Relaxation will be extended as per rules in respect of Ex-servicemen/Commissioned Officers/ ECOs/SSCOs, who have rendered at least 5 years of military service and have been released on completion of assignment. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Short-listed candidates will be called for personal Interview at HAL Aircraft Division, Nasik. Candidates will be paid traveling allowance attending the interview. HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates fulfilling the above requirements may send their applications strictly in the application format given below by post so as to reach to The Chief Manager (P&A), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited,Aircraft Division, Ojhar Township P.O., District: Nasik (Maharashtra)-422 207, alongwith a crossed Demand Draft drawn in Favour of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Payable at State Bank of India, Ojhar Township (SBI Branch Code : 1196) for Rs.200/-, which is non-refundable. Candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PWD category are exempted from application fee. Name and application reference number may please be written at the back of the Demand Draft. Candidates are required to possess a valid E-mail ID, which is to be entered in the application format, so that intimation regarding downloading of call letters for interview can be sent. HAL will not be responsible for bouncing of any E-MAIL sent to the candidates. However, from time to time necessary information will be hosted on HAL Web site. In case of any difficulty, contact us at at 02550- 272545. LAST DATE FOR RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION: Last date of receipt of application is on or before 29.02.2008. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE: Last date for receipt of application 26.02.2008 Interview letters to be sent by E-mail 06.03.2008 Dates for Interview 14.03.2008 Date of pre-employment medical test 22.03.2008 Date of Joining 24.03.2008 For more details : http://www.hal-india.com/careersnewnsk.asp Job details & Application format : http://www.hal-india.com/Careers/Officers/DeputyManager_Library.pdf -- Best Regards, HBM --- End forwarded message --- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS related sites
by badan barman 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

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Fwd: [Libtech]Job Posting: Librarian & Information Scientist NBRC:Gurgaon
by Mallikarjuna 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

--- In libtech(a)yahoogroups.com, "Mallikarjuna" <hbmallikarjuna@...> wrote: Job Posting: Librarian & Information Scientist:National Brain Research Centre(NBRC):Gurgaon National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) (Deemed University) An Autonomous Institution of Deptt. of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India NH-8, Naniwal Mode, Manesar (Gurgaon) - 122050 (Haryana) Advertisement No.2/2008 National Brain Research Centre (NBRC), Manesar is the apex co-ordinating body for research in neuroscience with objective of undertaking basic research towards understanding brain structure and function in health and disease. NBRC invites application to recruit suitable persons for the following posts : Librarian, Pay Scale: Rs.650010500/-, Age : 30 years Post Code: 12 Librarian Pay Scale: 650010500 Method of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment Essential Qualifications/ Experience: MA/ M.Com/ M.Sc with Bachelor in Library Science or M.Lib with 3 years relevant experience in a Govt. Institute/University or an Organization of repute Desirable:One year Diploma in Computer Application and knowledge of scientific terms and experience working in Scientific Organizations. Age Limit : 30 years as on last date of the application. Post Code: 06 Information Scientist Pay Scale: 10000-15200 Method of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment Essential Qualifications/ Experience: Post Graduation with 5 years experience in System/Networking Administration. OR Ph.D in any baranch of Science/Computer Science with 4 years experience in System/ Networking Administration. Desirable: Candidates having a proven background in concepts and applications of organising information/ data retrieval from online systems, database administration, Local Area Network (LAN), Server maintenance and troubleshooting for LAN/WAN and networking issued would be given preference, Structural Biology, Modelling, Software development, analysis, experience in Lab, website management and development, exposure to Bio informatics application. Age Limit : 40 years as on last date of the application. Application Fee : Application Fee Rs. 100/- for General and Rs. 50/- for OBC in the form of Demand Draft in favour of "Director, NBRC" payable at Gurgaon/ Manesar. The application fee for candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH category would be exempted. How to Apply : Application form in the prescribed application format along with the documents must reach Administrative Officer, National Brain Research Centre, Nainwal Mode, Manesar 122050, Gurgaon by 8th March 2008. Further details alongwith application forms can be viewed at http://www.nbrc.ac.in/positions2_2008.html -- Best Regards, HBR --- End forwarded message --- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Repetitive queries....
by Vandana Karande 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

Dear Moderator, Request to post on lisforum Dear All, I have noticed that some of the queries on lisforum are repetitive / common in nature, since usually being in the similar environment we face similar situations. Hence a simple suggestion / request. Can some of those responses (which have the chances of repeating ) be compiled /documented? For eg, I had requested for "EVALUATION OF WEB CONTENT". I am sure many of them would be interested to know or may need in future. For the purpose of easy referece, I have compiled the responses and put it at one place so that it becomes easier for moderator to just forward the mail. Can a system be developed so that automatically these queries gets responded directly to the user without circulating on the lisforum??? Any takers for this suggestion???? A. In recent time there has been a few works in this area. A review of such studies on web content analysis has been reported in an article "Content analysis of library web sites: A review" published in KELPRO Bulletin 10(2), 2006. B. There are organization in various subject areas which issues some guidelines for site. Eg. organization for health related sites. It is Health on the Net Foundation - http://www.hon.ch/ . They evaluate a health related site and give a certificate of authenticity. They evaluate a site on a set of eight parameters. They call these parameters as code of conduct. [ http://www.hon.ch/HONcode/Conduct.html ] 1. Authoritative We should consider who are the authors of site. Govt.; Academic and Research Institutions are normally given higer priority (Even Google Scholar follows that policy). 2. Complementarity Clear indication that Information supports, but does not replace professional help. 3. Privacy Good sites lists out their privacy policies in relation to information submitted (like emails etc) by users. Good sites should not pass on this information to third parties or use it for spaming its users. 4. Attribution Look for attribution statements. Good sites cite the source(s) of published information and publication and updation dates for its pages. The dates should not be system generationed - some sites give today's date automatically generated ( Take it a negative practice if this is to indicate date of information ). 5. Justifiability If any claim of benefits and performance is made then look for justification and methodology for arriving at such a claim. 6. Transparency There should be clear indication of organisation or people behind the site and what is the purpose of their site. Is it for bussiness, advocacy, intellectual intestest or lobbinging. Look for accurate email and other contacts. 7. Financial disclosure Identify funding sources. 8. Advertising policy Advertising as such may not be bad, some good site give quality information and sustain from advertising revenue - like newspapers and magazines. However what should be seen is that advertisements are clearly indicated and seperated from the main content. The information should be unbaised on the site and should not be influenced by sponsors or the adversitors. C. There are a variety of ways like user feedback, rank list comparison, etc. Research is in progress in these areas D. Criteria for evaluating the Web/Internet resources is: Accuracy - free from error and alteration Authority - credibility of author/publishing or sponsoring body Objectivity - creator and/or sponsor's point of view/bias Currency - timeliness of information Content - Scope and depth of material Design - style, structure and functionality Accessibility - availability of the resource E. Check the below URL. It may be of your interest. http://www.lib.vt.edu/help/instruct/evaluate/evalbiblio.html F. The information contents on the web should be accurate, authoratative its objectivity and uptodate information (check the latest year or date of upgradation of the website which is always written at the bottom). check for the ownership of domain, writing style, reliabale information, error-free information. does the website has useful links to other webpages. G. For evaluating Web content ,one need to a methodology known as "content analysis" .there are lots of methodology available for content analysis.Many content analysis software available in open source ie drupal ,jumla etc ,you can use it for your analysis. H. Different authors have suggested different set oaf parameters to evaluate web content and/or results. Like F. W. Lancaster has suggested so many criterias to evaluate an information retrieval system. Some of those parameters may be applied to evaluate web content. List of Parameters Easy of Use Response Time Networkability Required Computing Environment/Platform Accessibility Archiving Authorship Coverage Currency Stability Search Fields and Search Facilities Value Added Searching Link to other resources Display of Results Indexing Help Features Documentation Browsability & Organization Hope this w'll help you. Regards, Vandana Karande Information Specialist Corporate Development Reliance Industries Mumbai Tel No. 22847139 "Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s), are confidential, and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, re-transmission, conversion to hard copy, copying, circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return email, and delete this message and any attachments from your system. 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Have you noticed the change in our Profession?
by ishwar bandi 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

Dear Professionals, While striving hard for the better positions and looking for better earnings, are we in the verge of change in our profession? Is any one of you ever realized or come across such situations in your career? May be many more people are experiencing as the same as we do today, we feel that we have left out of that traditional Library activities such as of meeting users demands, procuring reading materials, classifying books, so forth routine jobs. But thinking that we may be shifted to the other side or the next step of the Librarianship ie., doing technical documentation. It includes building Online fulltext Database, extracting metadata, developing local standards for selecting, procuring, collecting, storing and retrieving the technical documents, seting Goals or Targets, facing the pressure coocker situations. To add the spice to all these activities is to utilization of Librarianship skills. At the same time we feel that, we may not be doing all that of Librarianship activities as such. This kind of a change I have noticed in many other professions also!!! We appreciate your comments and remarks in this regard. Thanks Ishwar Bandi --------------------------------- Meet people who discuss and share your passions. Join them now. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Libn. & Info. Scientist post at NBRC, Manesar (Harayana)
by Mukesh Anand 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

Dear Members'. Greetings on Vasant Ritu (Spring season) ! National Brain Research Centre (Deemed Univ., Deptt. of Bio-Technology, Govt. of India), Manesar, Gurgaon (Harayana) has advertised following vacancy Librarian: Post Code 12, Pay Scale 6,500-10,500 Information Scientist : Post Code 06 Last date for receipt of completed application form is 8th March, 2008 Print Access for the brief Advt. :- The Times of India, dated 20 Feb., ' 08 Wednesday Page # 15. For more details u may visit NBRC website www.nbrc.ac.in or mail to admin(a)nbrc.ac.in Thanx & Regards, Mukesh Anand Asst. Libn. Indian Railways Officers' Training College 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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Computer Part Time Course
by NANDAKUMAR SV 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

IHRD is conducting one year PGDCA course at Trivandrum Centre with a revised syllabus. Few more seats are available. Course will commence within one week. Interested may contact the office near Medical College, Trivandrum or through telephone 0471 2550612 Nandan --------------------------------- Get the freedom to save as many mails as you wish. Click here to know how. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd:[libtech] Jobs Posting: Library Officer : HAL:Bangalore
by Mallikarjuna 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

--- In libtech(a)yahoogroups.com, "Mallikarjuna" <hbmallikarjuna@...> wrote: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking, is a premier Aeronautical Industry of South East Asia, with 18 Production/Overhaul/Service Divisions and 9 co-located R&D Centres spread across the Country. Design Complex of HAL, Bangalore - Karnataka & Barrackpore - West Bengal is currently looking for PROFESSIONALS in the following disciplines: Library Officer Grade-I (Advt. No. DC/A/005/2008) Qualification: Degree with PG degree/ diploma in Library & Information Science(2 years full time/ 3 years part time) from a recognized university/ institution.Candidates should have a minimum of 60 % marks in the aggregate of all the semesters/ years / corresponding CGPA Rating Gradations. Salary: Asst. Officer, Gr-I 6550-200-11350 Rs. 5.25 lacs CTC (p.a.) Besides Basic Pay, DA, HRA/Company Accommodation (in lieu of HRA) & CCA, the candidates will be eligible for Allowances like Professional Development Allowance, Magazine Allowance, Washing Allowance, Conveyance Allowance/Reimbursement, Performance related Incentive, Project Linked Payment, LTA/LTC etc. Other benefits like Paid Leave, Medical Facilities, PF, Gratuity, etc., would also be admissible as per Company Rules. Further details regarding Age, Qualification, Experience requirements, Relaxations & Concessions, Mode of applying, Selection Procedure, Pay, Allowances & Perquisites etc., can be had by visiting HAL Website. Applications should be submitted strictly ONLINE by logging on to HAL website www.halindia.com between 20.02.2008 and 29.02.2008.Please note that Applications will not be accepted by post or any other mode. Candidates will be required to possess a valid E-mail ID before submission of the Application. For more details: http://www.hal-india.com/Careers/DCAdvt_30-02-08.pdf Apply online: http://www.hal-india.com/careersnew.asp -- Best Regards, HBM --- End forwarded message --- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Training for freshers
by Binu PC 20 Feb '08

20 Feb '08

Hi Library training facility for fresh library science graduates at FISAT Engineering college library, Angamly, Kerala. The library is fully computerised. Training period will be for 1 year. Monthly stipend Rs.3000/- .Send Bio-data to The Librarian, FISAT, Mookkannoor P.O., Angamaly, Kerala- 683577. Email: librarian(a)fisat.ac.in. Ph:9446897605 Regards Binu http://www.geocities.com/binu_pc/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job posting: Req. BLIS Freshers
by jyothi 19 Feb '08

19 Feb '08

Dear Sir/ Madam, Could you please publish the following message on your forum? **************************************************************************** Informatics India Ltd. requires immediately first class BLIS professionals (fresher) with good written and oral communication skills & computer knowledge. Interested candidates may send their resumes to: selvaraj(a)informindia.co.in Thanks & Regards Jothy S INFORMATICS (INDIA) LIMITED NO. 194, R.V. Road Basavanagudi P.B. NO. 400, Bangalore - 560 004 Phone: +91-80-40387777 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article on open access, Open Source and digital libraries: a current trend in University libraries around the world
by Mailing List Admin 19 Feb '08

19 Feb '08

Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:57:22 +0530 From: madaiah krishnamurthy <mkrishna_murthy(a)hotmail.com> Dear Professionals, Just wanted to share with you One of my article on "open access, Open Source and digital libraries: a current trend in University libraries around the world " has been published in the Program:electronic library and information systems, vol. 42 No.1, 2008 pp.48-55. Which gives information on Open access geographical area, history of open source software and digital library software like Eprints, GSDL and Dspace. M.Krishnamurthy Dr.M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc., PhD. University Librarian University of Mysore Manasagangothri, Mysore 570006 Ph: 91-0821-2514808/2419388 Fax: 91-0821-2419335

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Occupational hazards in Library Practice
by T. Shahab 19 Feb '08

19 Feb '08

Another important aspect of occupational hazard facing the librarians of the present genertaion (our world becoming a global village) is on account of the increasing interaction with foreign users. Some of their demands may be proper & right but some of these are outright nonsensese. They will like to be admitted in the reading halls with their laptops, provided all uptodate electronic facilities, particularly free access to internet (for other than study related purposes too); textbooks in their hostels, they tend to stick together in groups, boys and girls coming in odd dress, showing (as far as traditional Indian custom is concerned ) abnormal behavior; they often either don't understand or misundertand our communication. The African students tend to show bullying behaviour. They even think as if the Indian staff have prejudice against them. Some from European countries have a kind of superiority complex. The changing nature of the customers that modern librarians have to deal with therefore require an urgent inclusion of a module on ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR in our paper of library administration. Furthermore, some workshops may be conducted on interpersonal relationship. It is high time that librararians like any other marketing professional have to be empowered with best trainings in tools and minds. Regards. ________________________________ From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-bounces@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of rajendra kumar panda Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2008 12:57 PM To: lis-forum Subject: [LIS-Forum] Occupational hazards in Library Practice Sir, This areas of library profession is no more discussed much in details in various platforms/forums of library practices. Most of the libraries in third world countries similarly in india are highly prone to dust exposure, the persons working in this area(Library stacks) are highly exposure to diferent hazardous diseases. There may be various reasons of lack of manpower, money, time, physical factor, that should addressed at great length and width. So that, a awarness would arise among the library community. Hope ILA at least take this cognizance of matter into disscussion. Rajendra Kumar Panda Librarian KVGMS -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner <http://www.mailscanner.info/> , 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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Virtual Reference Desk
by Muniraju T 19 Feb '08

19 Feb '08

Dear Professionals, This links contains inormation about virtual reference desk, this liks are taken from GOOGLE. Best Information on the Net - http://library.sau.edu/bestinfo/ Internet resources selected by librarians at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. Includes a reference desk, a hot paper topics file, sites for many academic disciplines, and internet training resources. Dictionary.com - http://dictionary.reference.com/ Free online dictionary search, translator, word of the day, crossword puzzles and word games, and vocabulary learning resources for many languages. Librarians also Help on Web - http://www.cm-life.com/news/2003/09/12/Features/Librarians.Also.Help.On.Web… Article from Central Michigan Life detailing the virtual reference services from the Park Library of Central Michigan University. Smithsonian American Art Museum - http://americanart.si.edu/ Art information specialists at the National Museum of American Art, using print and electronic reference sources, provide assistance with art reference questions at this site. The Internet Research Clinic - http://www.researchclinic.co.uk/ Useful resources and links for UK based media librarians and information researchers Source: Google MUNIRAJU.T Central Library PES Institute of Technology Mail: t_muniraj(a)yahoo.co.in Web: http://muniraj.t.googlepages.com/ Blog: http://www.lisresearch.blogspot.com/ --------------------------------- Forgot the famous last words? Access your message archive online. Click here. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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The Thinkers 50 by Ciaran Parker, London Business Press
by Chetan 16 Feb '08

16 Feb '08

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Free Trial Access
by Chetan 16 Feb '08

16 Feb '08

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Occupational hazards in Library Practice
by rajendra kumar panda 16 Feb '08

16 Feb '08

Sir, This areas of library profession is no more discussed much in details in various platforms/forums of library practices. Most of the libraries in third world countries similarly in india are highly prone to dust exposure, the persons working in this area(Library stacks) are highly exposure to diferent hazardous diseases. There may be various reasons of lack of manpower, money, time, physical factor, that should addressed at great length and width. So that, a awarness would arise among the library community. Hope ILA at least take this cognizance of matter into disscussion. Rajendra Kumar Panda Librarian KVGMS -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd:[libtech]Jobs Posting: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:LIS: Andhra University: Etcherla
by Mallikarjuna 15 Feb '08

15 Feb '08

--- In libtech(a)yahoogroups.com, "Mallikarjuna" <hbmallikarjuna@...> wrote: Jobs Posting: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: LIS: Andhra University:Etcherla ANDHRA UNIVERSITY VISAKHAPATNAM - 530 003 Advt. No. T.S. 2/2008, Dated 13-02-2008 Applications in the prescribed form are invited for the following posts: Post: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR in Library and Information Science(Reserved for BC-B) Assistant Professor: (i) Good academic record with at least 55% of the marks or an equivalent grade of B in the 7 point scale with letter grades, O, A, B, C, D, E & F at the Masters degree level in the relevant subject from an Indian University, or, an equivalent degree from a foreign university. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, candidates should have cleared the eligibility test (NET) for lecturers (Assistant Professors) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or a similar test Accredited by the UGC. For more details: http://www.andhrauniversity.info/advt/advt2.html How to apply: Download Application Form Download Application Form (PDF - Format) http://www.andhrauniversity.info/advt/ts22008.pdf Download Qualification Details (PDF - Format) http://www.andhrauniversity.info/advt/quats22008.pdf Filled in applications along with D.D for Rs.250/- (drawn in favour of the Registrar, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, payable at Visakhapatnam) towards registration fee should be sent to Sri R.P. Babji Rao, Deputy Registrar (Academic), Andhra University, Visakhapatnam 530 003 (A.P.) by Registered Post with Acknowledgement Due, so as to reach her on or before 01-03-2008. Covers should be superscribed "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF .............................................................................". Etcherla=AU Campus at Srikakulam, The last date for receipt of the duly filled in application is 01-03-2008. The University reserves the right to fill or not to fill any of the post(s) without giving any reason whatsoever. NOTE: The University Pension Scheme is not applicable to the appointees. They will be governed by the Contributory Pension Scheme of Andhra University. Other service conditions shall be the same as applicable to the University teachers. --- End forwarded message --- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Acquisition programme
by Rajneesh Rajpal 15 Feb '08

15 Feb '08

New serials, series and books Emerald is very privileged to announce the acquisition of a programme of Management and Social Sciences book serials, series and monographs from Elsevier, comprising almost 2,000 titles. This acquisition consolidates Emerald's position as the leading publisher of management research and will also bring us into different and exciting areas of information and study. Emerald's 40 years of publishing experience will provide editorial and market expertise and a new perspective on the acquired portfolio, most of which already has an excellent fit with existing titles. We will be investing in the development of titles in these new disciplines. It is our priority that all stakeholders - customers, editors, authors and suppliers - are considered and kept fully appraised of any and all developments. As the integration progresses, it is Emerald's absolute objective to ensure the continuing success of all titles, and to extend the sales and readership of the programme. Illustrating this commitment, Emerald has already set up a dedicated team to manage the integration and ongoing business, and has recruited experienced editorial staff to sustain and enhance the quality of the publishing programme. This is a significant investment for Emerald and the commitment is long term. Rajneesh Rajpal Country Manager Emerald group publishing Limited (The world's leading publisher of management Research) -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 269.2.0/756 - Release Date: 4/10/2007 10:44 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM 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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