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Obituary Note
by srels 30 Nov '07

30 Nov '07

Dear Moderator, Please announce the following obit note. K.N.Prasad SRELS, Bangalore .......... I regret to inform our professional colleagues, the sad and untimely demise of Shri. K.T.Somashekar, Retd. University Librarian, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, on 29th November 2007after a very short illness. He was an alumnus of the Dept. of Library & Information Science, University of Mysore. He had served the University of Agricultural Sciences for a very long period of time. Shri. Somashekar was a very soft spoken, mild-mannered person. He was a regular attendee of professional meetings. May his soul rest in peace. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar on Applying Facet Analysis in the Web
by ayesha khatoon 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

*Indian Statistical Institute* *Documentation Research and Training Centre* *8th Mile Mysore Road, R.V. College Post* *Bangalore-560059* Seminar on Applying Facet Analysis in the Web Although researchers have theorized the critical importance of faceted classification in the organization of information in libraries, still it is not prevalent in the digital environment. But slowly Web Information Architects are also recognizing the importance of facet analysis for organizing and managing the content of the Web, because faceted classification addresses the very foundations of the business of effective information storage and retrieval. It effectively deals with the dynamic nature of Web. Unlike a simple hierarchical scheme (like yahoo directory), faceted classification gives the users the ability to navigate through the content in multi dimensions. Making the Web 'semantic' would entail such a classification in web, where the mapping and rearrangement of concepts will be the privilege of the end user. Therein lies the importance of the theory of 'freely faceted classes' in which the roles of the concept are demarcated while the order can be synthesized as per need. This seminar will discuss some instances of application of Facet Analysis in Web. It will also explore some of the tools available in this regard. The relevance of facet analysis in the context of Semantic Web will be also briefed. *Speaker: Mithun Raj M* * 2nd Year ADIS* * * * * *All are cordially invited* * * *Venue: DRTC Classroom Professor and Head* *Date: 30th November, 2007 DRTC* *Time: 2 p.m. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Major digital library project led by Indian-origin Professor
by Kshirod 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

All those books online. Nearly a decade ago, computer scientists at Carnegie Mellon University embarked on a project with an astonishingly lofty goal: digitise the published works of humankind and make them freely available online. The architects of the Universal Library project said on Tuesday they had surpassed their latest target, having scanned more than 1.5 million books and are continuing to scan thousands more daily. Most of the books scanned are in the Chinese language. For detail article : http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/29/stories/2007112958412200.htm Regards, -- Kshirod Das Information Service Division National Institute of Technology Roukela Rourkela-769 008, Orissa -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Adding specialization to LIS
by Rajesh Rangappa 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

Dear professionals, I appreciate Mrs.shailaja for raising with very good question.(quoted her) "If it has to be an addition in the existing MLIS Module, the course duration will have to be increased. Is it feasible?". To this, I can add one more question which is related (my friend asked while discussing) Will this increase's the burden of students?. Answer is we need not increse the duration because normally in professional courses paper's studied will range from 4-6 in a sem, but majority of LIS courses adopted 4 theory papers policy, so i feel, we can add 1 more paper at 3rd and 4th sem. By this burden of student will increase but they have that capacity to cope up, since they are Master degree students (above age to be burdened and matured enough to adjust). I am really thankful to Mrs. Shailaja for mentioning the idea(quoted her) "Like in universities in other countries short term courses may be introduced in the University departments in specialised subjects.LikeMedical information Science,Software company information Science, Newspaper & Media Information science Etc."This can be applied to specialization like medical and engineering which can't be adopted at this point of time. Regarding {(quoted her) "This can have a apprentice training and close interaction with specialists and the industries and institutions."} increasing in-trainship training period, will be very good alternative, if we can't start specializartion now in case, it gives student enough time to know about subject in which particular institution deals. "Another major need of the hour is training in Communication and Language which is a major requirement in Library & Information Centres." i full agree about this view. Thanks and regards -- RAJESH ALDARTHI LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 Email: deepakdeepa89(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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Hand-On training/ Managing Information Resources in the Digital Age/Dec 11-14, 2007
by Kiran Pandey 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

Managing Information Resources in the Digital Age Dec 11-14, 2007 Centre for Science and Environment, a premier research organisation working on environment since 1980 from New Delhi and recognised for its knowledge-based activism has announced Managing Information in the digital age: a hands-on training on library, information management and special documentation techniques ", to be conducted at CSEs office in New Delhi from December 11-14, 2007. The training is being organised by CSE's Environment Resource Unit, among South Asia's premier research and documentation centres. Training details available at http://www.cseindia.org/aagc/managinginformation.asp Last date for receiving completed applications Applications must reach CSE on or before December 5, 2007 Please note: The course offers only a limited number of seats. Applications are being accepted on a first come-first served basis. The course fee does not cover travel or accommodation expenses. Contact Person: Kiran Pandey, Coordinator,Environment Resources Unit E-mail: kiran(a)cseindia.org Ph: 91-011-29955124/5125/6110/6394/6399, Fax: 91-11-29955879 Ms. Kiran Pandey **************************************************************** CENTRE FOR SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT ( CSE ) 41, TUGHLAKABAD INSTITUTIONAL AREA, NEW DELHI- 110 062 TELE: 29955124 29956110, 29956394,29956399 FAX : 91-11-29955879 VISIT US AT: http://www.cseindia.org Email: kiran(a)cseindia.org ext:233 **************************************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Apprentice Trainee positiones at ISI , Bangalore
by meera bunglow 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

Dear Moderator, Please post this information on LIS-Forum Thank You Applications are invited for two temporary positions at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Library, as "Apprentice Trainees" for a period of 4 months from December 2007 to 31st March 2008 (Likely to continue further). 1. One position with Bachelors Degree and Bachelor or Masters Degree in Library Science and the remuneration will be Rs. 5000/PM. 2. One position with Diploma in Library Science with the remuneration of Rs. 4000/PM Interested candidates may apply with full details of their Educational Qualification/experience to "The Head, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post, Bangalore-560059" so as to reach before 10th December 2007. Online applications also may be forwarded to "meera(a)isibang.ac.in". Fresh candidates with good aptitude also will be considered. Candidates with good academic background and computer knowledge will be preferred. Dr B.M. Meera, In-charge Library Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Library, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore - 560059 email: meera(a)isibang.ac.in Date: 29th November 2007 Forgot the famous last words? Access your message archive online at http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/webmessengerpromo.php -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Adding Specialisation
by Rajesh Rangappa 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

Dear professionals, Its really good doubt raised by Ms. Latha, We all have to agree that specialization in all subject's canont be started at single point of time, but LIS departments can start up specialization in those subject's like law, science subjects( chemistry, biology, physics etc) commerce and management, finance, computer application even in some of social science subjects also, which are at their disposal.( this courses are offered in all most all universities, so faculty, research student and infrastructure can be easily made available to cick start) and later on think of adding Medicine, engineering etc which needs some time to adopt. we all know these specialized subject contain both depth and breadth in them, so we need not master over subject's with such caliber, in 3rd sem lets study the resource's, organization, courses available, then in 4th sem learn basics of subject's. Atlast reagrding interviewer requirements has per my experiance and knowledge (gained through sharing experiance of my friends and senior's) all of them are asked only for good idea of basic's in subject. but i still agree that they may ask more. Its unfair if fear of being asked for more knowledge and not willing to learn the requirements. We are dedicated professional, and ready to take up challenges in sprit. with hope of further doubts and questions Thanks and Regards -- RAJESH ALDARTHI LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 Email: deepakdeepa89(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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Errata for 'Refresher Course at University of Mysore Inaugurated'
by N.S. Harinarayana 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

In my earlier posting with the subject line "Refresher Course at University of Mysore Inaugurated", the professional affiliation of Prof. K.S. Raghavan has been wrongly mentioned. It may be read as Dr. K.S. Raghavan, Professor, Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore. I apologize for the inadvertent error. -- N.S. Harinarayana, Ph.D Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Manasagangtori Mysore 570 006 Off. Ph: (0821) 2419399 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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article request from the jnl Global Biogeochemical Cycles
by Abdunnasar. A 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

Dear Friends, I need the following article for my colleague. "Methane in the southern north sea: low salinity inputs, esturine removal and atmospheric flux" by R.C. Upstill-Goddard et al. Global Biogeochemical Cycles Vol.14 No.4 Page No.1205 1218 If you access to this artilce, please let me have a softcopy of it. Thnaking you. Abdunnasar. A Scientist - B CESS Library, Trivandrum --------------------------------- Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Refresher course in Lib. & Info. Sc.
by Pardeep Rai 29 Nov '07

29 Nov '07

*Academic staff college* Dr Hari Singh Gaur University, Sagar, M.P conducting a refresher course in the Library & Inf. Sc. from10.12.2007 to 30.12.2007. previousy it was schduled from 3.12.07 to 23.12.07 information in regarding the change in schduled has been intimated to the candidates,who have already applied, by the Director of ASC Dr S. J. singh by telephone/mail this is for information -- Pardeep Rai Librarian Maitreyi College University Of Delhi Chanakya Puri, N. D. 21 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Adding specialization
by Rajesh Rangappa 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Professionals, Librarianship is fundamentally a service profession, we serve large organisations, which deals with versatile subject, from Basic Social science subjects to Specific Science and education subjects. For eg, R&D's libraries requires Library professional who has good knowledge in Chemistry or Physics or Biology etc. And Law institutions require person with Law knowledge and the same is the case with Management, Corporate (finance) and Software organisations, So every one wants specialised library professional. I would like call discussion on adding a specialisation subject in 3rd and 4th sem of MLISc course, let the specialisation be elective(student choose subject of intrest). Subject in 3rd sem should contain study about sources available on Subject for example Law : Journals(both print and Electroinc their publisher, cost, ways of subscribing and Unsubscribing), Books ( famous authors in Law with details of contact).Internet Information(both free and paid), Reference Sources in law, ( encyclopedia, dictionaries, directories, manuals, year books, etc), Institutions offering courses on law(with admission dates fees etc), Associations(full details, objective, mission, activities, publications etc), organisations etc. And in 4th sem students should study the basic's or core topics in subject. I can understand non of the Library teachers can teach these specialized subject's, but they can request person who is eligible to teach or request Reseach student in subject to engage, since we have different departments on various subject's in universities, i hope its possible.Since many of Library and Information students are from BA background, it opens opportunity to them to join institutions in their field of intrest. At this point of time, I would like share my experiance, when I attended interview in *aurigene: Dicovery technologies, *Yes i was all most selected, after testing my communication, Library : skills, techniques and behaviour but after that they gone through my resume and asked me are you not a BSc student. I said no, i am Management student(BBM)... they started to test my Chemistry skills, since i have studied Chemistry in My 9th and 10th(CBSE Syllabus) i was in a position to answer few questions, but they asked me to draw the stracture of Benzim, i was stuck up. That costed me very good job. They asked their requirements because their database is such that we have to draw structure's of chemicals and search information but we are not prepared. By this way I belive, we can adopt to change and fulfill needs of market. I have to make it cristal clear that specialization should be added to present subjects in syllabus but not substituting one, because librarian needs to have knowledge in all subjects, if he has to serve academic and public sector. Hence i feel, your present pattern of education is outdate and targeted particualarly towards later sector then earlier mentioned sectors. Hope for good discussion with problems(for and agnist) and solutions. Thanks and Regards -- RAJESH ALDARTHI LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 Email: deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com Phone: 9886268857 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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What they don't teach you at LIS Schools?
by Rafiq Ansari 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Professionals, Probably, one of the best topics is being discussed in this forum. However, I reckon it would be more appropriate to concentrate more on what is NOT taught than what is part of syllabus. This would lead to know as to "What They Don't Teach You at LIS Schools". I believe everyone, who has put in a year in practical life, is aware of what is not taught is our LIS schools. They do not teach us how to read and how to write --- yes, they don't teach us how read people, nor do they teach us how to write our impressions on others. Changes are taking place with time, no doubt. For instance, when I was a student of LIS in 1994, they did not teach me anything (literally nothing) about library softwares. When I was interviewed by Libsys, I was asked about this software, and my reply was simple: "...sorry Sir, I don't anything about it...." "Have you heard about this software?" No Sir"...and then I worked for about four year for Libsys Corporation! Well, today I am told that they do teach about all major library softwares. Similarly, good amount of time and energy are spent on acquainting students with latest tools and technologies used in libraries today (e.g. RFID and other security systems - incidentally, in 1994 my university library collections were not bar-coded, hence nothing of the sort was taught either!). Besides, students are also now being equipped with various sources of information - internet, databases, online journals, etc. So, on the whole, good progress. But, my conviction is that the ability to read and write people techniques is still not taught in LIS School. Once we are able to equip our students with these very basic tools, the pattern and topics of our discussions would be different. Why do you think MBA freshers are able to take up better positions in any industry - be it petrochemical or pharmacy or cement? When LIS student faces an interview for a petrochemical company, he is asked questions about chemistry. But not so with an MBA...the difference is in people management. In fact we can be superior to an MBA in the sense that we have a specialized knowledge of LIS and we can learn people management too; which is next to impossible for an MBA! So my urge to all LIS Schools is to train our students on people management vis-à-vis the core syllabus of library science. This skill is acquired per force by each one of us in practical life; else it would not have been possible that our professionals are spread across all industries. What is imperative is that we start teaching it and emphasizing its importance now, today. Rafiq L Ansari Media Asset Controller / Archivist AJE Archives Al-Jazeera English Channel PO Box 23127 Doha, Qatar Mobile: +974 6628254 Email: rafeeque.ansari(a)aljazeera.net / rafiq.ansari@gmail.com@gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online library offers 1.5 million works and counting
by KR. Senthil Kumar 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Professionals See Library Related News Online library offers 1.5 million works and counting http://www.news.com/2100-1025_3-6220358.html -- KR.SENTHIL KUMAR MCA -LIBRARIAN KARPAGAM COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING COIMBATORE http://alagusenthil.googlepages.com http://alagusenthil.tripod.com Mobile:09382804980 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg IATLIS Press clippings
by Suresh Horakeri 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Sir/Madam, A brief report and Deccan Herald Newspapers clippings of IATLIS 2007. For ur kind information, Thanks, Regards, Horakeri IATLIS – 2007 XXIV National Conference on Equity of LIS Education in IT-Based Pedagogical Environment of the Knowledge Society held at Dharwad, Karnataka from 19th to 21st November 2007, organized by the Department of Library and Information Science Karnataka University, Dharwad, KARNATAKA Dr. S.K. Saidapur, F.A.Sc., FNA,Vice-Chancellor, Karnataka University, Dharwad was the chief guest of the inaugural function. Dr. B.S. Maheshwarappa, Professor and Chairman, Department of Library and Information Science, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga delivered keynote address. Shri. N.V. Satyanarayana, Managing Director, Informatics India Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, presided over the function. Dr. V.G. Talwar, Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore , acted as Director of the Conference Dr. C.R. Karisiddappa, President, IATLIS and Dr B D Kumbar, organizing secretary were present on the stage. Afternoon and day two morning total 5 technical sessions were conducted and all participants attended all technical sessions, at the end of each technical session good interaction was observed. On day 2 afternoon, Nadoja Dr. Patil Puttappa M.A. (Journalism) USA, Senior Journalist, Hubli was the chief guest of beautiful and colorful of Dr C R Karisiddappa sir’s felicitation function and felicitated Dr Karisiddappa and his wife Mrs. Shanta on this auspicious occasion. Dr S K Saidapur, VC, KUD, Vinay Luthra, Registrar, KUD, Dr P S Halyal, Dr Jagatar Singh, Dr P Padi, Prof R S R Varalakshmi, Dr S L Sangam, Dr Keshav, Dr Ramesh Naik, Dr B D Kumbar, Dr S B Patil, Dr Gaddagimath, Dr Kamaiah, Dr D Chandran, Dr IRN Goudar, Dr Koogunurmath, Dr Mallinath Kumbar, different University Professor, Librarian’s and others were present. More than 500 peoples witnessed Dr Karisiddappa sir’s felicitation function. Dr Ismail Abdullai, Associate Professor, School of Library and Information Sciences, North Carolina Central University, USA was the guest of honor of this felicitation function. On day 3 afternoon valedictory function was held Chief Guest: Shri. Vinay Luthra, I.F.S.,Registrar, Karnatak University, Dharwad Dr C R Karisiddappa, UGC Emeritus Professor, Director, Academic Staff College Karnatak University, Dharwad presided over the function. Dr B D Kumbar proposed vote of thanks. Suresh D Horakeri BSc, MLISc,PGDLAN, Asst Librarian, BVB College of Engg & Tech, Hubli-31, Ph: 9341610603 (R) (0836) 2378422 2378422 (O) Emails ; sdhorakeri(a)yahoo.co.in horakeri(a)bvb.edu http://www.connotea.org/user/suresh1973 http://works.bepress.com/suresh_dh/ http://www.prajavani.net/jun192006/5758220060619.php 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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Project fellow -required at DIS, UNOM
by Mailing List Admin 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Date: Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:28:47 -0800 (PST) From: amudhavalli alagusundaram <amudha75(a)yahoo.com> Subject: Project fellow -required at DIS, UNOM UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS (Established under the Act of Incorporation XXVII of 1857- Madras University Act 1923) DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SCIENCE NOTIFICATION The Department of Information Science, University of Madras has been recognized for the UGC � SAP�DRS III level status for the period 2007 � 2012. The thrust area of the Department under this programme is �Digitization� project. A Project Fellow has been allocated to assist the project under the UGC pay scale. With reference to this, Applications are invited in plain paper along with Certificates and CV from the eligible candidates for the post of Project Fellow. Eligibility: P.G. in Library and Information Science + Computer skills Scale: As per UGC norms. Last Date: On or before 30th November 2007 to the under signed. (A. AMUDHAVALLI) COORDINATOR Prof.A. Amudhavalli Head, Dept. of Information Science, University of Madras, Chepauk, Chennai 600 005. Ph: 2539 9672 ( Off- Direct) Ph: 2245 5922 - Residence

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Laws of Library Science
by kuber kumbar 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Laws of library sciences in different contest. In Hypertext links contest. Links are for use Every surfer his or her link Every link its surfer Save the time of the surfer The web is a growing organism In Software contest. Software is for use Every user his or her software Every Software its user Save the time of the user A Software Library is a growing organism KUBERA K.P LIBRARIAN Sir.M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology. --------------------------------- Did you know? You can CHAT without downloading messenger. Click here -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Refresher Course at University of Mysore Inaugurated
by N.S. Harinarayana 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

The fourteenth Refresher Course in Library and Information Science was inaugurated by Dr.K.S. Raghavan, Professor in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore organized by UGC-Academic College, University of Mysore, Mysore in collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Science (MyDLIS), University of Mysore, Mysore on November 28, 2007. The theme of the Refresher Course is "ICT based Library Services". In his address, Prof. Raghavan recalled the efforts of Dr. S.R. Ranganathan and Sri. B.S. Keshavan to bring parity to library profession in comparison to other professions. Dr. Ranganathan instituted a Chair Sarada Ranganathan Professorship at Madras University as early as 1957. This is an unparallel exemplar as Dr. Ranganathan donated all his life savings to the Chair. That was the commitment of a great soul this this profession. Citing the above example, Prof. Raghavan called upon the professional to have a passion and sense of belongingness to the profession. He said ICTs have brought tremendous changes in the profession. But, he cautioned in the zeal of adopting ICTs we should not forget that all over endeavours should be towards achieving greater 'user satisfaction'. Dr. V.G. Talawar spoke on the occasion, said that the in-service training for professionals at universities was a brain child of Prof. Yeshpal, the then Chairman of UGC. The present course is aimed at equipping the participants with more IT skills. Dr. G. Venkatesh Kumar, the Director of Academic College was present. About 27 professionals are participating in the Course. -- N.S. Harinarayana, Ph.D Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Manasagangtori Mysore 570 006 Off. Ph: (0821) 2419399 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ranganathan Research Circle Programme
by Mailing List Admin 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Date: Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:18:06 +0530 From: Ratnakar Aspari <aspari_r(a)hotmail.com> RANGANATHAN RESEARCH CIRCLE New Delhi We cordially invite you to the 128th Monthly Meeting of RRC on 1st Dec, 2007 (1st Saturday) at 10.00 hrs. Venue : Social Science Documentation Center, Firoz Shah Road, New Delhi-110 001 Speaker : Mr. B. G. Sunder Singh Sr. Scientist, DSIR, New Delhi Topic : Activities of Technology Information Facilitation Programme : Opportunities for Professional Projects Kindly make it convenient to attend the meeting and participate to benefit the group by discussions. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, SUBHASH DESHMUKH Progranmne Coordinator

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Re Lis- Forum on Specialisationfor Lis Students.
by naganarasimha shailaja 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Sir Are we not going back to late 70's and 80's? where students had "Methodology of Study of Stubjects". Students Studied one subject in Detail like the meaning,the broad coverage,its branches etc.and collected information about the reference & Text books available,journals,experts etc. As such the opening to the LIS Students are less. With specialisation their opening will be much more restricted.Instead they should be taught how to learn about a subject field fast. And in a work situation they can be asked to learn about the subject with which the institution works for Two or Three months. The experience shows that computers and soft wares are not every thing.They should be sharp in learning things as and when required. If it has to be an addition in the existing MLIS Module, the course duration will have to be increased.Is it feasible? Like in universities in other countries short term courses may be introduced in the University departments in specialised subjects.Like Medical information Science,Software company information Science, Newspaper & Media Information science Etc.This can have a apprentice training and close interaction with specialists and the industries and institutions.Another major need of the hour is training in Communication and Language which is a major requirement in Library & Information Centres. Shailaja N Chief Information Officer Information Centre Deccan Herald Bangalore 560 001 PH.No.25880521,25880545 E-Mail:naganarasimhas@yahoo.com Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Specialisation
by latha krishnaprasad 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Professional Regarding Mr.Rajesh Aldarthi's discussion I have a doubt. Specialisation in many branhes of scince,commerce or arts whatever it may be is it possible to study entire subject in one semester? for eg.Chemistry, is it possible to learn about the subject in deapth to know the structure of any compound?. Upto what extent university has to incorporate? interviewer may ask more than that if he comes to know he/she has taken that particular subject as a specialization. Latha --------------------------------- 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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multimedia CD
by sheeba jasmine 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear Professionals, I am looking for multimedia CDs in Engineering education. I am also looking for educational VCDs in Engineering education. If anybody has any information regarding this please send details to me. with regards, D. Sheeba Jebaseeli, Librarian, Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur, TamilNadu 603 203 Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IT JOB OPPORTUNITY AT IODE PROJECT OFFICE
by Murari 28 Nov '07

28 Nov '07

Dear colleagues, IOC/Unesco has posted the job opportunity for an IT specialist at their Project Office in Belgium. Interested individuals may see for more info at: http://www.iode.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=79&Itemid=115 With warm regards, Murari P Tapaswi National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula 403 004 Goa, India Phone: 91-(0)832-2450275; Fax: 91-(0)832-2450602 www.nio.org, www.coastalhazards.info, www.mangroveindia.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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vacancy for the post of project fellow at CESS Library Trivandrum
by Mailing List Admin 27 Nov '07

27 Nov '07

Date: Tue, 27 Nov 2007 02:54:35 -0800 (PST) From: Abdunnasar. A <abdulnazar75(a)yahoo.com> Dear Friends, Centre for Earth Science Studies (CESS), Thiruvananthapuram conducts a walk-in-interview for selection of Project Fellows for the project Modernisation of CESS Library�(Plan � 106). Date : 12/12/2007 (Wednesday) Time : 9.30 AM Venue : CESS, Akkulam, Thiruvananthapuram 695 031 Number of posts : Two Essential Qualification: M.L.I.Sc First Class Desired Qualification: 1. Working knowledge in any Library application software 2. Working knowledge in digital Library Software like GSDL, Dspace Remuneration : Rs. 5,000/-pm Age limit 30 years as on 01.01.2007.(relaxation upto 5 years for SC/ST and 3 Jyears for OBC candidates. Interested candidates may appear for the walk-in-interview with an application specifying the project code (plan-106) with detailed Curriculam-Vitae along with copies of certificates showing educational qualifications, experience, age etc and original certificates for verification. Abdunnasar. A Scientist � B CESS Library Thiruvananthapuram

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Lis- Forum on Specialisation for LIS Students.
by Rajesh Rangappa 27 Nov '07

27 Nov '07

Madam, I have clearly mentioned in my posting that specialization subject should not be substitute but insted addition to present topics. I dont understand when a student learn's all topics along with specialization how his/her opportunity of getting job get's restricted.. insted i say that he/she will have better chance in getting into his/her field of interest. I request all the professionals to post their reply through LIS Forum, so that every one comes to know about you and your idea's. Please don't send personal emails. Thanks and regards -- RAJESH ALDARTHI LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 Email: deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com Phone: 9886268857 Sir Are we not going back to late 70's and 80's? where students had "Methodology of Study of Stubjects". Students Studied one subject in Detail like the meaning,the broad coverage,its branches etc.and collected information about the reference & Text books avaialable,journals,experts etc. As such the opening to the LIS Students are less. With specialisation their opening will be much more restricted.Instead they should be taught how to learn about a subject field fast. And in a work situation they can be asked to learn about the subject with which the institution works for Two or Three months. The experience shows that computers and softwares are not every thing.They should be taught How learn about the subjects and soft wares as and when required. Shailaja N Chief Information Officer Information Centre Deccan Herald Bangalore - 560 001 Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Adding specialization
by Rajesh Rangappa 27 Nov '07

27 Nov '07

Dear professionals, I am thankful to "Mr. sukhdev singh" for sending me *"Lastest syllabus" * of "PU chandigarh MLIS course". For the information of all professionals, I am providing the link of same,* **http://libsc.puchd.ac.in/syllabus.pdf*<http://libsc.puchd.ac.in/syllabus.pdf> requesting all professional to have a look and let me know what specialization they are providing(except Health science to some extent) and how useful it is? keeping in mind current market requirements. how can broad subject like social science be called specialization is a question of million dollar, and I want to know with this subject specialization, which sector provides job? Then coming to business information paper, except the name their is nothing useful enough, this can be learnt in single class assignment. I am really wondering if this is latest syllabus, what would have students of MLIS of PU chandigarh in 1986-87 might have stuidied. I am really getting confused, what *some of* experianced professional want ? I am getting personal emails to keep quite, and change my approach, i want to make it clear to everyone, we young professionals need guideline and encouragement from big professionals. you have all reached certain positions, we want to learn and reach their, using this forum and take profession towards growth. Thanks and regards On 11/27/07, Sukhdev Singh <esukhdev(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > [Not CCed to lis-forum as yet] > > > > Fortunately, still there is scope of specialization in social > sciences. Other comments are uncalled for. > > > Please check out latest syllabus from > http://libsc.puchd.ac.in/syllabus.pdf especially for these papers. ( > epecially the Pages 28 to 30). > > Paper Code : MLS-7234 > PAPER TITLE : INFORMATION SYSTEMS : > OPT. ("A") : SOCIAL SCIENCES INFORMATION SYSTEM > > Paper Code : MLS-7235 > Paper Title : INFORMATION SYSTEMS : > OPT. ("B") : BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEM > > Paper Code : MLS-7236 > PAPER TITLE : INFORMATION SYSTEMS : > OPT. ("C") : HEALTH SCIENCE INFORMATION SYSTEM > > > --Sukhdev > > On Nov 27, 2007 1:53 PM, Rajesh Rangappa <deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > mention's back to 1986-87, where MLIS course was for one year and he had > > specialization in social science and other subjects then why its not > > continued, i wish to go through syllabus of "PU Chandigarh 1986-87" if > he > > has a copy. Up to my knowledge non of indian universitie's MLISc has > > specialization in other subjects(law,medicine,engineering, subjects in > > science nor in social science). > ... > > RAJESH ALDARTHI > > LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) > > > > > On Nov 27, 2007 1:53 PM, Rajesh Rangappa <deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Dear professionals, > > I really confused by the reply of "Sukhdev Singh, NIC" every employer > has > > his own requiremnts, it may be certain technique, skill, knowledge on > > subject, or way of communicating and behaving etc based on the work /job > to > > be performed. We being information professional can't say no. Regarding > > newness of issue, i have to appreciate " Mr.Sukhdev Singh, NIC" because > he > > mention's back to 1986-87, where MLIS course was for one year and he had > > specialization in social science and other subjects then why its not > > continued, i wish to go through syllabus of "PU Chandigarh 1986-87" if > he > > has a copy. Up to my knowledge non of indian universitie's MLISc has > > specialization in other subjects(law,medicine,engineering, subjects in > > science nor in social science). They teach topics related to LIS, hardly > > with application of ICT and Management. Now after 20 years also we are > not > > in a position to change, learning social science and learning > specialized > > subject makes lot of difference. > > I dont know why some of experianced persons are agnist change (may be > not > > willing to learn and may have to face job security problems, if that's > case > > hopefully they can stay in position by learning and guideing, younger > > generation to right direction, we has respect them whole heartedly, > since > > they are flag barrer's and taken your profession to respectful position > but > > don't misguide us. I will raise this issue possible very soon after > > searching few facts and figures.) > > Hence friends lets change with need and take profession towards growth. > > > > > > On 11/27/07, Sukhdev Singh <esukhdev(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > Dear All, > > > > > > Sukhdev Singh. I still remember, We had a paper in our MLIS > > > > > > > > > > > > (1986-87, PU Chandigarh), where we had studied "Social Sciences" as > > > such including it's philosophers and their works. > > > > > > I can not forget it!!! Coming form 'Science' stream - the things were > > > quite alien to me. But I enjoyed it and still boast of my knowledge in > > > these disciplines. > > > > > > So, I think the options for specialization might still available at > > > Master's level. > > > > > > The problem in this particular case [ asking a candidate to draw > > > "Benzim" structure] is with the employer. They do not know what to > > > look for in an Information Professional. > > > > > > --Sukhdev Singh, NIC. > > > > > > > > > On Nov 26, 2007 5:04 PM, J. K. Vijayakumar <vjkjk(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > Dear Professionals, > > > > > > > > I fully agree with Rajesh. We need specialized > > > > courses to make specialized Librarians. That is > > > > the need of the hour. Adding elective modules > > > > (papers) about resources and systems in Law, > > > > Medicine, Sciences and all specialized subjects > > > > in 4th Semester is absolutely a good suggestion. > > > > Off course, our library schools should involve > > > > practicing Librarians in these specialized > > > > courses. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > RAJESH ALDARTHI > > LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) > > #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, > > Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 > > Email: deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com > > Phone: 9886268857 > -- RAJESH ALDARTHI LIBRARIAN (Jain Institute of vocational and Advanced Studies) #127/3, Bull Tempel Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore-560096 Email: deepakdeepa89(a)gmail.com Phone: 9886268857 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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