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Vacancy
by Paramjit Singh 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

*Librarian Vacancies (Administrative Officer, Scale I) * *at *The Oriental Insurance Company Ltd<http://www.orientalinsurance.org.in/OICLStatic/OICLStaticServlet?pagesource…>, apply online before 13-02-2012 -- *Warm regards** * * * *Paramjit Singh* *Librarian* *Mobile: +919911270778* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on ‘Contemporary Social Issues: Media and Libraries’ (Revised date for conference: 05 march, 2012)
by Pawan Sharma 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

*National Conference on ‘Contemporary Social Issues:* *Media and Libraries’* *(Revised date for conference: 05 march, 2012)* We are glad to inform you that the Center for Journalism and Mass Communication and SOS in Library and Information Science, Jiwaji University, Gwalior is organizing a daylong National Conference on ‘Contemporary Social Issues : Media and Libraries.’ This was earlier planned to be held on 25 February, 2012. Now the schedule of conference has been revised. The conference will be held on 05 March, 2012 at Jiwaji University, Gwalior. You are cordially invited to participate in this conference and contribute a research paper. You are also requested to motivate your faculty and Research Scholars to participate in the Conference. *Call for Papers* The day long conference will focus on Contemporary social Issues related to Media and Libraries. The proposed themes for research papers and discussions will be: *Media and Communication* · Contemporary challenges in media · Democratization of information in 21st Century · Alternative media in new millennium · Web media : problems and prospects *Library & Information Science* · Digital divide and libraries · Knowledge society and libraries · Socio-economic development and knowledge management · Information diffusion : problems and prospects Papers on any of the above mentioned topics or any other related topics are invited. A souvenir /conference proceeding containing abstracts / full paper of the invited talks/ contributed papers will be brought out at the time of the conference. *Guidelines for contributors* The Abstract and Paper should be either in English or Hindi language, single-spaced, typed on A-4 page size, 12 point font size, Times New Roman or Kruti Dev 110 in MS Word format, MLA style for bibliographic descriptions. *Registration Fee* · Delegates Rs. 500 ( with Conference Kit & Proceeding ) · Students & Research Scholar Rs. 250 *No T.A/D.A will be paid to participants.* *Payment can be made in the form of demand draft or banker’s cheque in favour of Registrar, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, payable at Gwalior or in cash at Registration Counter.* *Abstract and full paper can be submitted to shrhemant(a)yahoo.com or* *bhuwanesh07(a)rediffmail.com*. The last date for Submission of abstract and full papers is 20 February 2012. for more details kindly go through the PDF Attachemnet National%20Conference%20on-1.pdf<http://api.ning.com/files/RlFtopzXmt5D97JMpme08jCDbK*vW95Gicj5-JlWBgYot3HBV…> -- Thanks & Regards Dr. Pawan Kumar Sharma Librarian Akshar Dham Central Library ITM-GOI Campus, NH-75, Jhansi Road, Opp. Sithouli Rly. Stn., Sithouli, Gwalior, M.P., 475001 - INDIA Fax: 0751-2432988, Ph.: 0751-2432977 extn. 218 www.itmuniverse.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Sub-Editor (Bengali) at Central Reference Library, Kolkata
by amit uraon 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Dear moderator please post this advertisement. * * * ADVERTISEMENT NO. ER-01/201 * * * *Name of Post : SUB-EDITOR (BENGALI)* * * *Classification *: Group "B", Non-gazetted *Vacancy :* 01 (UR-01) *Department *: Central Reference Library, Ministry of Culture, Department of Culture, Kolkata *AGE* : 18-25 years (Age relaxation is admissible as per Instructions) *PSL *: `5500-9000/- (pre-revised) *E.Q*. : i. Graduate from recognised University ii. Degree in Librarianship (BLIS or MLIS) or equivalent qualification of a recognised University/Institution. Not less than 2 years experience of work in big library; iii. The candidate should possess proficiency upto Matriculation or equivalent standard in the language concerned. *CLOSING DATE*: 27.02.2012 For Application form and advertisement click on given link: http://ssc.nic.in/whats%20new%20html/latest_news/English_Advertisement.pdf or, Visit the website of STAFF SELECTION COMMISSION (Eastern Region)<http://www.sscer.org/> With warm regards * Amit Uraon* *(Library and Information Assistant)* *National Library, Kolkata* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Stop ACTA in Europe
by Dimple Patel 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

***** Apologies for cross-postings ***** We've been hearing a lot lately about SOPA and PIPA in the United States. In the meantime, ACTA has been creeping along under the radar. In 2010, you joined thousands of others in signing our firm statement against ACTA. Despite loud opposition around the world, the treaty continues to move forward. Today it was signed in Japan by the EU and its member states. But it's not over yet. ACTA can still be rejected by the European Parliament. And rejection is a real possibility. Hats off to the thousands of people who already gathered in Warsaw this morning to protest! http://www.studentsforfreeculture.eu/blog/2012/01/nie-dla-acta/ ORG has more background and advice on what to do next -- if you're in Europe, please read: http://www.openrightsgroup.org/blog/2011/acta:-signed,-not-yet-sealed-now-i… and contact your country's MEPs. The ones who are members of the Development Committee are especially important (you can see their contact information at https://memopol.lqdn.fr/europe/parliament/committee/DEVE/#) If you're not in Europe, please help spread the word to people who are. Defeating it in Europe is the first step to ending it once and for all. For a refresher on why ACTA threatens free software, see http://www.fsf.org/campaigns/acta. Thank you for speaking up, John, Josh, and Matt -- Follow us on identi.ca at http://identi.ca/fsf | Subscribe to our blogs via RSS at http://fsf.org/blogs/RSS Join us as an associate member at http://fsf.org/jf Sent from the Free Software Foundation, 51 Franklin Street Fifth Floor Boston, MA 02110-1335 United States -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SLA Asian Chapter Executive Board Members for 2012
by Dr. Susmita Chakraborty 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

Dear Moderator, I wish to share with you all the election result of the Special Libraries Association Asian Chapter Executive Board . The SLA Asian Chapter Executive Board Members for 2012 are: President: Dr. Harish Chandra President-elect: Dr. Medha Joshi Secretary: Dr. Nagappa Veerappa Bakkannanavar Treasurer: Jay Bhatt Directors: Kyoko Sato Dr. Susmita Chakraborty I take this opportunity to thank all my LIS Friends who have voted for me. With regards, Dr. Susmita Chakraborty Dept. of Lib. & Inf. Sc., North Bengal University, Darjeeling, India (On lien from: Bengal Engineering and Science University) Facebook ID: https://www.facebook.com/susmita.India Official Email: susmita.chakraborty(a)becs.ac.in Blog:http://drsusmitachakraborty.blogspot.com/ My Group:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cudelsaa/ Album:http://picasaweb.google.com/susmitachakraborty94 http://www.scribd.com/DrSusmita --------- Please support: MANAS - a society for mentally disturbed persons their family and friends (http://www.mentalhealthmanas.com/) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request to stop discussion on NET
by sethu swaminathan 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

Dear Friends, I too agree with Mr.Nikil. As a professional, we try to help each other. It is common that the person who passed the NET exam, will support for NET and candidate who failed NET, will against for NET exam. I cleared the NET exam in the year 1994. My personal suggestion to NET aspirants that 3Ps are behind success of any competitive examination i.e Preparation, Practice and Presentation. Let try and get success. As a policy decision of the Government, let we stop this discussion , and motivate/help our friends to clear NET exam. Wish you all best! with regards S.Swaminathan Librarian SRKVCOE(Autonomous) Coimbatore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar on Ethical Tensions for Academics, Researchers and Publishers in the Information Society, 31 January-1 February 2012.
by Khushpreet Singh Brar 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Dear Professionals, The Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala is organizing a two-day National Seminar on 31 January - 1 February 2012 on the theme, "Ethical tensions for academics, researchers and publishers in the information society." Invited speakers and experts would discuss various facets associated with the theme in this two-day seminar. This seminar would be of interest to academics, researchers, and students of library and information science; librarians and information professionals, as well as academics and researchers from other subjects. Registration fee: Rs. 500.00 payable in cash on the spot. Registration fee includes lunch and sessions tea but does not include accommodation. However, the seminar organizers would be glad to assist delegates in finding accommodation. A certificate of participation would be given to registered participants. For further details contact: Dr Jagtar Singh, Professor and Seminar Director Department of Library and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala 147 002 Punjab INDIA. Tel: +91-175-304-6179, 6180 (work) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Dr. Harinder Pal Singh Kalra Associate Professor and Head Department of Library and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala 147 002 Punjab INDIA. Tel: +91-175-304-6179, 6180 (work) +91-98559-43338 (cell) Email: hpskalra(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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UGC-NET-EXAM-SHOCKING NEWS
by Sunny Joseph 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Dear friends, Can anybody guess how much income UGC made from conducting NET/JRF examination from 1986 to 2011 ? Here is some information obtained by RTI Act. My query to UGC's Office : Total amount collected for UGC- NET/JRF examination from 2005 to 2010. Reply- Rs. 61,18,23,638.51 Total expenditure for UGC- NET/JRF examination from 2005 to 2010. Reply- Rs. 27,93.09,983.00 What it means ? For the six years UGC made a profit of Rs. 33,25,13,655.51 from the examination. Then estimate the amount made by UGC from the unemployed youth of India during the last 25 years. The profit may come to a minimum of 100 crores !!! You may prepare well, write well but fails for increasing their profit. UGC have to answer, what they have done with the money ??? AND Who gave them permission for this public robbery ??? See, the Annexure- 1 and Annexure-2 which contain the data is unauthenticated !!! They forgot to sign ?? How can they sign ?? Sunny Joseph, Librarian Govt. Institute of Advanced Study in Education,Thrissur, Kerala. ph.9446735414 -- 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 srinivas rao 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Dear Sir/Madam, One of our researcher in urgent need of following article. If any one subscribe to this Journal could you please send me a copy of it. Please find the follow link for reference. "No-reference noticeable blockiness estimation in images" Guangtao Zhai, Wenjun Zhang, Xiaokang Yang, Weisi Lin, Yi Xu. No-reference noticeable blockiness estimation in images. Sig. Proc.: Image Comm., 23(6):417-432, 2008. [doi] 10.1016/j.image.2008.04.007 SRINIVASA RAO GANTA Asst.Professor in LIS VBIT,Hyderabad -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Karnataka Public service commission called chief Librarian, Librarian, Asst Librarian, and Library Assistant
by Anand Kenchakkanavar 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

*Anand Y Kenchakkanavar* *Librarian,* *USM - KLE International Medical Programme,* *Neharu Nagar* *Belgaum* - *590 010* *KARNATAKA* *E-mail:* *anand.3661(a)gmail.com* <anand.3661(a)gmail.com> *website: http://kenchakkanavar.webnode.com* *cell phone: 96115 79601* Karnataka Public service commission called chief Librarian, Librarian, Asst Librarian, and Library Assistant Chief Librarian - 05 posts (Direct Interview) Librarian - 05 posts (Direct Interview) Asst Librarian - 10 (written exam & Interview) Library Assistant - 20 (written exam & Interview) Last date for application submitting is 21-02-2012 Click down and fill up the application http://www.kpscapps.com/dev/application.php?cbIagree1=cbIagree1 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA WLIC 2012, August 11-17, 2012, Helsinki, Finland
by Nihar Patra 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Theme: "Evolving Serials - Managing, discovering and supplying highly innovative and dynamic content" IFLA WLIC 2012, August 11-17, 2012, Helsinki, Finland The Serials and Other Continuing Resources Section (SOCRS) invites colleagues to submit proposals for its two-hour open session at the IFLA Congress in Helsinki on the theme of Evolving Serials. Gone are the days of modest electronic journals! Serials are evolving quickly and now contain linked data, visualizations, actionable QR codes, streaming media and other multimedia assets. They are delivered to end users via traditional digital platforms, and also via apps and mobile devices. Are libraries ready? How are serials librarians embracing these new technologies? We invite papers that address the following issues: • New developments in serials publishing • Innovative delivery and discovery tools for the user • Storage and preservation challenges and solutions for new serials types • Case studies on challenges that librarians face with these changes • Initiatives and projects on library linked data • Adoption of mobile technology for serials access • Measuring and assessing dynamic content Proposals must include the following information: 1. Name and institution of speaker(s) 2. Contact information for speaker(s) 3. Brief biographical information 4. Proposal title 5. Brief (250 word) abstract of the proposed paper 6. Language of presentation Proposals should be sent by email to Helen Heinrich, Secretary of the SOCR Standing Committee helen.heinrich(a)csun.edu by February 15, 2012 Finalists will be notified by March 7, 2012, and will be expected to submit final versions of their papers in one of the official IFLA languages by May 15, 2012. For more information, please contact Helen Heinrich, Secretary of Serials and other Continuing Resources Section (helen.heinrich(a)csun.edu ) or Helen Adey, Chair of the Committee (helen.adey(a)ntu.ac.uk) Please note All expenses, including registration for the conference, travel, accommodation etc., are the responsibility of the authors/presenters. No financial support can be provided by IFLA, but a special invitation can be issued to authors. Proposals will be reviewed by a sub-committee of members of the Serials and Other Continuing Resources Section (SOCRS). At least one author will be expected to attend conference to deliver paper. Smita Joshipura Electronic Resources Management Coordinator Bibliographic & Metadata Services Department Arizona State University Libraries PO Box 871006 Tempe, AZ 85287-1006 Telephone: (480) 965-5431 Fax: (480) 965-1043 E-mail: sjoship(a)asu.edu ************************************************************************ Nihar K Patra NIFTEM, MoFPI, Govt. of India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Scientists Organize Elsevier Boycott
by Dimple Patel 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

"The academic publisher Elsevier has attracted controversy for its high prices, the practice of bundling journals for sale to libraries and its support for legislation such as SOPA and the Research Works Act. Fields medal-winning mathematician Tim Gowers decided to go public with a blog post describing how he'll no longer have anything to do with Elsevier journals, and suggesting that a public website where mathematicians and scientists could register their support for an Elsevier boycott would further the cause. Such a website now exists, with hundreds of academics signing-up so far. John Baez has a nice write-up of the problem and possible solutions." Please follow the links given at: http://science.slashdot.org/story/12/01/27/1322234/scientists-organize-else… -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Availability of Rev.edition of LIS Book in Regional Language
by Dattatray Phadke 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

*Dear Library Professionals,* > *With my continued efforts of creating LIS literature in regional language (Marathi) I have published * *Revised 5th Edition of my book:* *(Granthalaya Sanganakikaran Aani Aadhunikikaran)“Library Computerisation and Automation”* *has been publishes and now is available in the market.**Library professionals in Maharashtra who are waiting for new edition of the book can have the book .In Mumbai libraries can order their copies through students agency,Girgaon. * **The book is very useful for the Library and Information Science courses of universities in Maharashtra and it has been found good reference book for competitive exams like NET& SET and it is also useful for preparing for the interviews . *One can read about newly added following topics: * *1.Bar code & Scanning Technology* *2.Internet Security* *3.Meta data with Dublin Core* *4.Data mining & Data warehousing* *5.REID: Library Security Systems* *6.World Cat* *7.Cloud Computing* *8.Sciento-metrics / Bibliometrics* *9.OCLC: Web scale Management systems ** * *10.Glossary of Web 2.0 technology* > *Price Rs - 450/-Pages - 492 * * Publisher: Universal Prakashan, Pune** **Tel No. 020-24451780* * Mob-09422332659** Email: universalbookstalls(a)gmail.com* * Thanking you all and with Regards* * Dr. D. N. Phadke(Author), Deputy Librarian (Retired) now working as Consultant * * Librarian at Pillai's Group of Institutions,New Panvel* *< dnphadke(a)gmail.com>,* * mob- 09869786186* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments
by anindya basu 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Dear Sir/Madam, With a response to current debate on the amendment of UGC -NET pattern and views,I want to tell that any national level exam (GATE,CAT,MAT,JEE ,NETetc.) are mainly structured to measure the intellectual faculty of any student of any discipline.So even the NET exam for LIS is also structured in this way.There is no confusion over that.So I never support that at least UGC-NET is a "Why this kolkaveri Di" joke if objective type questions are given in Paper-3 .It doesn't sound logical.Moreover,I like to say that if objective types questions are given,there is more opportunity to test the knowledge of a student at a level of more depth and with more extension. I personally thank SIMERJIT KAUR and SUNNY JOSEPH for sharing their experience and these should be an eye-opener for us.After all objective questions in the paper makes the competition tougher not a 'Kolaveri di' joke of mugging up the whole syllabus.Also I like to add that,this initiative of UGC will welcome more experimentation with the subjects,embrace more new concepts from different fields and after all encourage the students to learn more and please understand that from on NET has become tougher than the previous ones. Thanking You, Anindya Basu, 2nd year,DRTC -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KALA National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" on 7, 8 & 9 June 2012
by rajendrababu.hanumanthappa＠wipro.com 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Dear LIS Professionals, KALA is happy to announce The National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" to be held on 7th, 8th & 9th June 2012 in Shravanabelagola, Karnataka, India. Conference Theme: "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" Sub Themes: · Privatisation of libraries (public libraries) with emphasis on public-private partnership · Financial resource mobilization including fee-base services · Karnataka Public Libraries Act (1965) · Metrics Management · Measuring Scholarly Impact Public Libraries: · Community Information centers; Information kiosks; Tele centers vis-à-vis public libraries. · Public Library situation in different states (situation reports) · Public Libraries vis-à-vis distance education · Collection development/ Evaluation · Staff position · Use/ User studies · Rural Libraries School and College Libraries · Library services in Schools and Colleges · School library management · Collection Development and Organization · New models of acquisition (e-books, e-journals) · Case Studies and Best Practices · Use/ User studies · Digital Libraries · Library Automation · Institutional Repositories (IR) · Library website · College Library consortia Special/ Industrial Libraries · Best practices · Web based information services · Innovative information services · Competencies/ Skills required Call for Papers Original contributions based on applications/ deployments/ research/ surveys/ best practices related to the theme and subthemes mentioned, are invited for conference presentations and poster presentations. Based on technical committee's recommendations, papers for the national conference shall be selected and published in the conference volume. Registration for all authors is mandatory for paper presentation. Paper Submission · The authors may submit their papers on or before 31st March 2012. · Papers should be submitted in a detailed format suggested below. · Acceptance of papers will be intimated to the authors by 30th April 2012. · In case of co-authors, correspondence will be sent to the first author only. · The deadline for registering for the National conference is 25th May 2012. · Accepted papers will be called for presentation based on editorial committee's scrutiny. . All the submitted papers for the conference would go through the Plagiarism Detection Process. If the plagiarism is >10%, the article would be referred back to the author for necessary revision. · Papers can be submitted through an email to Dr. K N Prasad:: kadaba.n.prasad at gmail.com Author Guidelines Manuscripts Requirements · Length: Not >10 pages maximum for a paper. However, authors are advised to write as much precise as possible. · Theme Font: Times New Roman · Font Size: Heading -20, Sub Heading -16, and rest of the text - 12. · Title: The title should be concise. · Paper Format: The paper should have the following details: o Sub-Theme of the paper to which the paper belongs to o Author's / Co-Author's name o Communication address o Contact details such as telephone number and email o An abstract of 100-150 words along with 8-10 key words · Headings and Sub-headings should be short and defined clearly · Footnotes may be used wherever necessary, which should be identified in the text by consecutive numbers, placed as superscript. · Case Studies proposed may preferably be supported by real life case examples from business/academic situations · Quality of Illustrations, Photos etc. must be good with original caption and in black and white · Tables and Figures, if any must have a brief caption written on the bottom of the figure and provide the due reference of the original work. · All text should be justified References must be in standard format as given below: · For Books: Author (Surname, initials), (year), title, publisher, place of publication. · For Journals: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Article title. Title of Periodical, Vol (Issue), pp-pp · For Web pages: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Title of the web page. Retrieved from http://... [Accessed on Date, Month & Year]. Venue: Auditorium, Library Building, Behind Bus Stand, Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka. Date: 7th, 8th & 9th June 2012. Registration Fee: Rs. 2200.00: With Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 2000.00: Without Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 1500.00: For the family members accompanying the delegates (Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Tutorials would be held on 7th June 2012 for the duration of three hours. Tutorial on "Building/ Developing a Library Website Using Drupal" by experts in the Industry. The participants shall get the tutorial material on CD, including the related software. Early bird registration option is available for the registration before 30th April 2012. A discount of Rs 200 will be extended for all the above registration options. KALA members are entitled to get a Special discount of Rs.200 for all the registrations. Payment The DD/ Cheque should be drawn in favour of "Karnataka State Library Association" payable at Bangalore, Karnataka. Please send the filled in Conference registration forms and DD / Cheque to the address as below Mr. Rajendra Babu H Organising Secretary Karnataka State Library Association C/o Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS) # 702, 'Upstairs', 42nd Cross, III Block Rajajinagar, Bangalore - 560 010 Contact: +91-9916457890 / +91-9880297932 Advisory Committee: · Sri Sri Sri Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swamiji, Shravanabelagola and Chief Patron. · Prof. V G Talawar, Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. P Y Rajendra Kumar, Conference Director and President KALA, Bangalore · Mr. D Surendra Kumar, Dharmastala, Karnataka · Mr. S Jithendra Kumar, President K.J,A · Dr. Hampa Nagarajaiah, Former President, Kannada Sahithya Parishat and Kannada Writer, Bangalore. · Prof. C R Karisiddappa, Former UGC Emeritus Fellow. Karnatak University, Dharwad. · Mr. N V Sathyanarayana, Chairman & Managing Director, Informatics India Ltd, Bangalore · Dr. I R N Goudar, Rtd, Head ICAST, NAL and Visiting Prof. and Lib Adviser, University of Mysore · Prof. I K Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC,ISI, Bangalore. · Prof. Shalini R Urs, Executive Director, ISiM, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. K G Venkatesh, Director, Department of Public Libraries, Bangalore. · Mr. Ashok Kumar, Executive Officer, Sri Muth, Shravanabelagola Technical Committee: · Dr. K N Prasad, Executive Officer, SRELS, and KALA-GC member, Bangalore. · Prof. A Y Asundi, Rtd. Professor, Bangalore University, Bangalore · Prof. K S Raghavan, DRTC, ISI, Bangalore · Dr. M S Sridhar, Rtd. Head, Library and Doc. Centre, ISRO, Bangalore · Dr. N S Harinarayana, Associate Professor, DLISc, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mrs. Usha Mukunda, Member, Knowledge Commission, Karnataka Organizing Committee: · Mr. V L Kalyan, Library Advisor, DRTC, ISI and KALA-GC member, Bangalore . Dr. P V Konnur, Librarian, BUB, Bangalore · Dr. M M Bachalapur, Librarian, KIT, Tiptur and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mrs. Gayathri Sen, Librarian, PESIT and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mr. Raghavendra, Library Executive, Jubilant Biosys, and VP, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. K R Mulla, Spl. officer, VTU, Balgaum and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Mr. Shreenivas H E, Asst. Libn, Alliance University, and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. Nagappa B, Branch Head, TCS, Bangalore. · Mr. S K Hosamani, Chief Librarian, DPL, Bangalore Special Note: · KALA Awards: Library Professionals across India are encouraged to apply for KALA Awards. For more details please visit conference website. · Best Paper Award shall be given to the best paper submitted based on technical committee's recommendations. For the conference Brochure, Registration form and other details, please visit http://www.kalaonline.com/ Regards, Rajendra Babu H General Secretary, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA). Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. WARNING: Computer viruses can be transmitted via email. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. 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UGC NET SET for library Science graduates
by Mailing List Admin 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:43:06 +0530 (IST) From: Miss Varsha Divekar <v_divekar2002(a)yahoo.co.in> Sir/Madam, UGC NET SET for library Science graduates is a must, but what if they are already 10- 15 years experience but are not in state to appear for the said exam. Though there are professionals who may not have that practical knowlegde or working� experience. The post graduate's� , according to U.G.C if they do not acquire 55 % then what is the rule for their� upgradation & qualification� fulfillment to get the status as equivalent to U.G.C.- NET /SET exams?� What is the criteria for their selection & upgradation in Semi/ Govt / Research organisations/ DST / etc? Please suggest the alternate upgradation status Thanks Miss Varsha Divekar Assistant Librarian IIG New Panvel

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Fwd: [GOAL] Interview with Francis Jayakanth of India’s National Centre for Science Information
by Sukhdev Singh 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Richard Poynder <ricky(a)richardpoynder.co.uk> Date: Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 10:38 PM Subject: [GOAL] Interview with Francis Jayakanth of India’s National Centre for Science Information To: goal(a)eprints.org Like members of all movements, OA advocates come in all shapes and sizes, and they are driven by a variety of different motives. Some have embraced OA, for instance, because they see it as a good business opportunity, some because they want their research to be more accessible, and so have greater impact, some because they expect it will save their institution large sums of money, and some simply because they believe that OA holds out the promise of providing considerable common good. What is distinctive about the Open Accessmovement, however, is that it is a leaderless revolution. There is no formal organisation or foundation to represent it, and there is no official leader. For all that, OA is generally associated with a small group of high-profile Western-based individuals and organisations that are extremely vocal in their support of OA, and who have shown themselves to be very successful at attracting attention. Since all movements have to promote themselves effectively this is clearly a good thing. However, it does mean that the contribution of the many “foot soldiers” of the movement can too easily be overlooked. These are people who do not shout about their activities, but simply go about the business of facilitating OA quietly and modestly. And it is the foot soldiers based in the developing world that tend to be least visible — people like Francis Jayakanth, a library-trained scientific assistant based at the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI)<http://www.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/>, the information centre of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc)<http://www.iisc.ernet.in/>in Bangalore. More here: http://bit.ly/x7AJRH _______________________________________________ GOAL mailing list GOAL(a)eprints.org http://mailman.ecs.soton.ac.uk/mailman/listinfo/goal -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Junior Technician (Library) @ IIITDM Kancheepuram (Channai)
by Veeru 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Dear Professionals, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing, Kancheepuram Read more: http://www.lislinks.com#ixzz1kd0ZFCR4<http://www.lislinks.com/#ixzz1kd0ZFCR4> *Advt. No.IIITDM/R/1/2012 – Non Teaching Post* *Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing,**Kancheepuram is an autonomous Institute under Ministry of Human Resource Development* *(MHRD), Government of India. The Institute is located at Melakottaiyur, Vandalur‐* *Kelambakkam Road, Chennai‐600048. Applications in the prescribed format are invited from * *suitable Indian Nationals for the following post.* * * *Junior Technician (Library) *‐ 1 Post (UR) *Pay Band* (PB‐1): Rs. 5200‐20200 with GP: Rs.2000/‐ (i) Degree from a recognized University and (ii) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent diploma in Library Science of a recognized University / Institute. (iii) One year apprenticeship in any Library Applications should be accompanied with a non‐refundable demand draft of Rs.100/‐ for all the posts in favour of “The Registrar, IIITD&M Kancheepuram” payable at Chennai.The issuing date of demand draft should be within the duration of Advertisement.Demand Draft will not be refunded or re‐adjusted under any circumstances. No other mode of payment will be accepted, and such applications will be rejected forthright and the payment made shall stand forfeited. SC/ST and Physically Handicapped candidates are not required to submit the demand draft. Read more: http://www.lislinks.com#ixzz1kd0VpkoX<http://www.lislinks.com/#ixzz1kd0VpkoX> *http://www.iiitdm.ac.in/files/R_1_2012_Instructions_NonTeaching.pdf* *Application:* * http://www.iiitdm.ac.in/files/Application_Form_NonTeaching.pdf* -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(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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NET PAPER III- OBJECTIVE-REG.
by Sunny Joseph 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Dear library professionals, Thanking for your active discussion about the change of UGC-NET Examination from descriptive to objective type. Descriptive examination is ideal for measuring the candidates knowledge and thinking but practically dull. The main problem lies in the evaluation of the descriptive paper. A person with good writing speed and legible hand really matters. You know paper valuation is the most boring part in teachers' profession. I really tell it from my experience of valuing hundreds of answer papers recently. Many teachers also agree with this contention. The valuation of the descriptive paper is highly subjective, that is, mark varies with persons who values the papers. UGC doesn't allow revaluation. Also they have no provision for providing copies of evaluated answer papers to examinees. Hence, we can not be certain that all those who pass paper III are highly knowledgeable and those who fail in the paper are dull. Here luck really matters, ratherthan knowledge. I already stated that paper valuation is a boring thing to human beings and the mood of the evaluator really matters. In this context, I would like to share my experience with UGC-NET. I appeared four times. In the three exams I cleared Paper I & II. In all the exams paper II was cleared with scores 84, 76, 70, 78. and 80 was the maximum score in Paper III. In the last exam June 2010, really prepared well and answered well. Not even a single question was unanswered in paper III and word limit was also achieved. The result was announced in 8/10/2010 and I was failed. On the next day, I wrote to UGC for getting revaluation of my paper III and requested photocopy of the answer sheets and requested for preserving my answer sheets for three months as I am approaching the Court if needed.Getting no reply from UGC, I filed a writ petition in Kerala High Court against UGC on 2/11/2011. (W.P(C)No.33350/2010). Without counsel, I presented myself in the Court and obtained a direction(oral) to UGC to hand over copies of my answer papers within three weeks. After three weeks, UGC saught futher extension and this time they informed the Court that my answer paper was destroyed as my request was not received by UGC within the time limit of 30 days. I assured the Court that the letter to UGC was sent by speed post and I would produce the evidence. Later I produced the receipt of the letter by UGC and requested action against the erring officials and now they are really trapped. That is, UGC has something to hide. In another letter under RTI act, UGC informed that there is no model answer scripts given to evaluators. that is, the evaluation is fully subjective and no scope for revaluation!!! In the recent resolution in which UGC makes confession about the subjective evaluation of Paper III and decides for changing to Objective type. It is a most welcome decision to people like me. SUNNY JOSEPH, LIBRARIAN GOVT. INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDY IN EDUCATION, THRISSUR-KERALA. PH.9446735414 sannyjoseph(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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(LIS) Post of Assistant Professor and Professor in the Dept of Library & Information Science
by rupak＠pu.ac.in 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

---------------------------- Original Message ---------------------------- Subject: Post of Assistant Professor and Professor From: rupak(a)pu.ac.in Date: Mon, January 23, 2012 7:23 pm To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear All, Post of Assistant Professor and Professor in the Department of Library & Information Science at Panjab University, Chandigarh Last Date: 31st January Detail information available at: http://jobs.puchd.ac.in/includes/jobs/2012/20120113165226-1-2012.pdf Dr. Rupak Chakravarty Assistant Professor Department of Library & Information Science Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014. INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Papers : ETTLIS 2012
by Shri Ram 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

ETTLIS-2012 3rd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services” October 26-27, 2012 Jointly Organized by Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Guna (MP) – India Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida (UP) – India Society for Advancement of Library and Information Services (SALIS-Delhi-NCR) Venue Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Raghogarh, Guna (MP) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Background We are glad to inform you that 3rd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services”will be organized at ‘Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Raghogarh, Distt-Guna (Madhya Pradesh) from 26-27 October, 2012. Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Guna was established in the year 2003 with an MOU signed between Jaiprakash Sewa Sansthan (a not-for-profit trust sponsored by Rs. 15,000 Cr Jaypee Group) and the Government of Madhya Pradesh with an aim of becoming a Center of Excellence in Engineering and Technology. The Government of MP, vide gazette extra ordinary no. 3 of 2010 dated 29th April 2010, has established Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Raghogarh, Guna as a private university in the State of MP under the provisions of MP Niji Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam 2007. Since then the university is imparting engineering education in the area of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, .Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering through its B Tech, M Tech and PhD Programs. The Theme of the International Symposium ‘Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services’ the third of its series, previously held in JIIT- Noida (18-20 December, 2008) and JUIT Waknaghat (June 3-5, 2010) is now being organized at JUET campus during 26-27 October, 2012. The theme is quite relevant to the need of current information society where the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has changed the face of traditional library by ever changing interest of the users. The symposium will provide a platform for librarians, information professionals, IT intellectuals to share their ideas in the field of recent activities and applications in Library and Information Services by eminent speakers from International arena and Indian subcontinent in the form of research papers, key note address, poster presentations, and panel discussions. Papers are invited to the following themes but not limited to: The Themes of the Symposium Ø Emerging Technologies in Libraries and Information Services v Cloud computing and Library Services v Digital Libraries and Future v Distributed and Collaborative information spaces v E –Resources Management v Information Access: Retrieval and Browsing v Integration of Information Resources v Interoperability in Digital Libraries v Knowledge Organization and Ontologies in Digital Library v Metadata standards and protocols in digital library systems v Mobile Technology and Its Application in Library Services v Personalization in Digital Libraries v Security of Library Resources Ø Global Best Practice in Libraries and Information Services v Content and Knowledge Management v Data and Information Security v Digital Content Management System v Digital Library in Cultural Heritage v Digital Preservation/Archives v Electronic Resource Management v Federated Search Engine v International Standards and Library Systems v Quality Assurance in Scholarly Communication v Resource Access and Management v Search Optimization and Information Retrieval Ø Changing Dimensions of Libraries in Internet Era v Content Management System v Generations of Internet Technology v Semantic Web v Social Media and Applications in Libraries v Social Networks, Virtual Organization and Networked Information v Web 2.0 Technologies and its Applications v Web Archiving and Preservation Ø User Expectation, Experience in Virtual Library System: Case studies v Academic Library v Data and Information Management in Virtual Organizations v E-Governance and Libraries v Electronic Learning v Enterprise Information Services by Libraries v Information Literacy v Public Library v Special Library v User Awareness Services v User Mobility and Context awareness in Information Access v User Studies and Evaluation of Digital Library Systems and Applications Ø Perception Change in Librarianship v Consortia and Networks v Customer Relation Management v Delivery and Exchange of Service v Electronic Information System v Ethics and Values v Government and Private Partnership v Open Access and Movement v Professional Behavior and the Changing Attitudes v Second Generation Library Services Providers and Consumers Ø Socio Legal Perspective in Library and Information Services v Content License Agreement v Copyright Issues v Cyberinfrastructure architectures, applications, and deployments v Digital Right Management v Ethics and Values v Intellectual Property Right v Patent Information System v Plagiarism v Quality Assurance and Best Practices in Digital Scholarship Important Dates Deadline for Paper Submission 30 June, 2012 Notifications for Acceptance 30 July, 2012 Camera Ready Paper Submission 30 August, 2012 Deadline for Early Registration 30 August, 2012 Last Date of Registration 30 September, 2012 Symposium Date 26-27 October, 2012 We are confident that your directive to all concern library professionals for attending this symposium will help us to achieve the goal of the symposium. For more, please click: http://jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS2012/index.php/home For Any queries related to symposium and paper submission, please contact us at Symposium Secretariat Dr Sanjay Kataria Organizing Secretary (ETTLIS-2012) A-10, Sect – 62, Noida (UP) Ph. +91 120-2590851, (M) +91 89881 17994 Email: ettlis2012(a)gmail.com Website http://jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS2012/index.php/home Join us Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003315740528 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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request for information
by Dr.D.P Prathap 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

dear colleagues please let me know - what is the reasonable rate for Binding of one volume of journal issues, the specification being Half-leather binding with golden lettering. thanking you sincerely library sugarcane breeding institute m:9677502392 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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An interesting conversation on open access
by Subbiah Arunachalam 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Friends: Please visit http://poynder.blogspot.com/2012/01/oa-interviews-francis-jayakanth-of.html for some insightful comments on open access. Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments
by NIKHIL EYEROOR 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Dear Friends In connection with the discussion “UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments” let me say a few words about the cold war between those who qualified UGC-NET and NOT qualified. If such a cold war is prevailing in libraries, it is shows lack of professionalism and personal growth among professionals. Here are some humble suggestions from my part. Advice to those who qualified UGC-NET. (1) Help your colleagues to clear the acid test. (2) Boost their self esteem. (3) Don’t never ever think that UGC-NET made you superior- because people are differently abled. Advice to those who have not qualified UGC- NET. (1) Have a professional Attitude, do hard work and reap success. (2) Don’t hesitate to get tips for the exam from your professional colleagues (3) If you think that "anything less than UGC-NET means I've failed" then you are creating unnecessary stress for yourself. A professional with smiling face and helping hand is a valuable asset to a library. Let me append that, though I tried umpteen times, I couldn’t clear UGC-NET. Warm regards Nikhil Eyeroor Library Professional Mob: 09447515691 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article requested for research purpose
by Binod Yadav 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Dear Colleague/Professional, Please provide the full text of the following articles. 1. Makela JT, Kiviniemi H & Laitinen S. Risk factors for anastomotic leakage after left sided colorectal resection with rectal anastomosis. Dis Colon Rectum 2003; 46: 653–660. 2. SheridanWG, Lowndes RH & Young HL. Tissue oxygen tension as a predictor of colonic anastomotic healing. Dis Colon Rectum 1987; 30: 867–871. 3. MileskiWJ, Joehi RJ, Rege RV& Nahrwold DL. Treatment of anastomotic leakage following low anterior colon resection. Arch Surg 1988; 123: 968–971. 4. Golub R, Golub RW, Cantu R & Stein HD. A multivariate analysis of factors contributing to leakage of intestinal anastomoses. J Am Coll Surg 1997; 184: 364–372. Thanking you in antipation. Yours, Binod Kumar Yadav Senior Librarian B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences Dharan, Nepal Phone: +97725525555 Mobile:+977-9804060641 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CSIR-NISCAIR Diamond Jubilee Monthly Lecture Series
by G Mahesh 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

3rd Lecture of the CSIR-NISCAIR Diamond Jubilee Monthly Lecture Series Topic: National Knowledge Network - an Indian Experiment to Harness ICT for R&D Speaker: Dr. V K Gairola, Director General, National Informatics Centre, New Delhi Date: 30 January 2012 (Monday) at 3.00 p.m. Venue: NISCAIR, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, Pusa RSVP: 26960465, 26562156 G. Mahesh NISCAIR ----------------------------------------- This email was sent using NISCAIR's web mail service. "" http://niscair.res.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments
by Chitra Vimal 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Dear friends It is really good that people are sharing their views on this topic. UGC NET examination is mainly aimed at qualitative screening but this does not mean that those who have qualified NET are always good in teaching. Also to mention, those who have a thorough knowledge of the subject might not have the ability to transfer the knowledge efficiently to students. Already there are two objective papers in UGC examination. These papers can (though not completely) measure the subject knowledge/ general awareness of a person. Moreover, anyone who can by heart model objective questions from guides and with a good memory can qualify objective papers. This is not the case with descriptive questions. It analyzes the ability of a candidate to consolidate and effectively express in writing, his/her ideas of the subject and these are the skills that a librarian should essentially possess. This quality is not expected of a teacher alone. Subjective type measures the subject knowledge as well because we cannot expect a person without sufficient subject knowledge to express ideas specifically. Incorporating teaching skills (essential for teachers) in library science course is a good idea but at the same time it is important to remember that subjects such as Technical Writing (for librarians) are already included as part of MLISc. What I feel is, the evaluation process of descriptive paper should be reviewed and streamlined in order to attain better results. Whether UGC qualified /not, may not be the only reason why groupism prevails in academic or any other libraries. Hence, I think the current scheme of evaluation should continue, so that UGC aspirants work hard for attaining deeper knowledge of the subject as well as other skills such as interpretation, consolidation of knowledge, effective writing and so on. One more point to mention here. I would like to know if anyone who have qualified UGC NET are of the opinion that descriptive paper should be avoided and it would be good if they share their opinion as well. Chitra S Library Assistant-A Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Trivandrum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regarding Magazine Subscription
by Bharat Alasandi 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Dear All Professional colleagues, I would like to subscribe Auto World Magazine. But I am unable to get the Subscription Information. Kindly forward me a details if anybody is having. -- Bharat B. Alasandi Librarian Bharatesh Education Trusts Global Business School B.C. 188 Fort Road Belgaum - 6 Karnataka E-mail : bharatalasandi(a)gmail.com Phone: 9986135406 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Lecture at Central Library, JNU on Feb. 3, 2012 at 3.00 pm
by Dr Ramesh C Gaur 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Apologies for cross postings. Pl. Fee free to forward to your contacts. Central Library Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) cordially invites you to the 2nd Library Lecture Series and Outreach Programme Topic Embedded Librarianship New ways of building relationship with Faculty Speaker Dr. Triveni Kuchi Director of South Asian Studies Program Sociology & South Asian Librarian Research & Instructional Services Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, USA Chairperson Dr. H K Kaul Director DELNET, New Delhi Date Friday, 3nd February 2012 at 3:00 pm Venue Committee Room, Central Library, JNU, New Delhi Please make it convenient to attend. Regards Ramesh ************************************** Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ; librarian(a)mail.jnu.ac.in URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm -- 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] UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments
by Muruli N 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Dear professionals. Firstly I am thankful to all other reviewers who have been sharing their valuable opinions regarding above subject, which force me to think over the same. I agree with the opinions of Dr. Vasanth raju, Vinith Kumar, Vimal Kumar and other which support the current pattern (subjective type). According to me it is the best method and it will be the universal method than the other one. The reason is, subjective type is a writing method where we will get wide choice of tone to express our views on a specific concept. This method will have the opinion which comes from inside the mind not from our memory and it reflects our personal opinion. While in Objective method no need to worry about knowledge. If he/she has good remembering skill it?s enough to qualify NET. I sincerely request UGC to continue the current pattern instead of moving to new one. Otherwise new changes will encourages NET aspirants to mug up whole syllabus, instead of understanding the real concept, then LIS subject will become like "Why this Kolaveri Di" song! No need to understand. Muruli N. Tarikere Information Resource Center. Tata Consultancy Services Cell:- 9844318356 Mailto: muruli.n(a)tcs.com Website: http://www.tcs.com ____________________________________________ Experience certainty. IT Services Business Solutions Outsourcing ____________________________________________ =====-----=====-----===== Notice: The information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. Thank you -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference 2012
by prabhat singh rajput 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

I am glad to inform you that the Center for Journalism and Mass Communication and SOS in Library and Information Science, Jiwaji University, Gwalior is organizing a one-day National Conference on ‘Contemporary Social Issues : Media and Libraries’ scheduled on 25 February, 2012 at Jiwaji University, Gwalior. On the behalf of Jiwaji University I personaly invited to participate in this conference and contribute a research paper. You are also requested to motivate your faculty and Research Scholars to participate in the Conference. The daylong conference will focus on Contemporary Social Issues related to Media and Libraries. The proposed themes for research papers and discussions will be: • Contemporary challenges in media • Democratization of information in 21stCentury • Alternative media in new millennium • Web media : problems and prospects Library & Information Science • Digital divide and libraries • Knowledge society and libraries • Socio-economic development and knowledge management • Information diffusion : problems and prospects Papers on any of the above mentioned topics or any other related topics are invited. A souvenir containing abstracts of the invited talks/ contributed papers will be brought out at the time of the conference. Guidelines for contributors The Abstract and Paper should be either in English or Hindi language, single-spaced, typed on A-4 page size, 12 point font size, Times New Roman or Kruti Dev 110 in MS Word format, MLA style for bibliographic descriptions. Registration Fee • Delegates Rs 500 • Students & Research Scholar Rs250 No T.A/D.A will be paid to participants. Payment can be made in the form of demand draft or banker’s cheque in favour of Registrar, Jiwaji University, Gwalior,payable at Gwalior or in cash at Registration Counter. Abstract and full paper can be submitted to shrhemant(a)yahoo.com or bhuwanesh07(a)rediffmail.com. The last date for submission of abstract and full paper is. Submission of Abstract : 30 Jan 2012 Submission of Paper : 10 Feb 2012. Please feel free to contact us for any further information. Organizing Secretary Dr. Hemant Sharma Head, SOS Lib.& Inf. Science Mob: 09425123174 Mob: 09926291015 National Conference on ‘Contemporary Social Issues: Media and Libraries’ 25 Feb 2012 Jointly organized by Centre for Studies in Journalism and Mass Communication & School of Studies in Library and Information Science, Jiwaji University Gwalior) Registration form Name: Prof/Dr/Mr/Mrs/Miss ---------------------------------------------------- Name of accompanying Person (if any):--------------------------------------- Designation :------------------------------------------------------------------------ Institution :-------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mailing Address:--------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Email:----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Phone : (R) --------------------- (O) ------------------------------------ (M) ------------------ Payment Details: Bank Draft No. ------------------- Dated ------------------------- Amount (Rs)------------ (Drawn in favour of ‘The Registrar, Jiwaji University, Gwalior’ Payable at Gwalior) Drawn on (Bank) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whether Accommodation required: yes /no If yes number of persons: -------------------------------------------------------------------- Arrival Details (Train No. Date, Time etc.) :----------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------- Signature of Participant P. S. Rajput JRF, Research Schoolar Jiwaji University Gwalior -- 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] UGC-NET: necessary changes and amendments
by Ratheesh K 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Dear Vimal/Friends, The following is an analysis of Mr. Vimal's opinion - posting in lis forum - with my views,kindly take it as a positive discussion: Vimal: Very few teaching positions available for Library Science candidates. Me: This matter is not at all related with objective or descriptive model of UGC NET Vimal: Conveying interpreting idea in simple manner is a different skill, it has no relation with skill in writing descriptive answers Me: Current Descriptive analysis model is the only possible method to convey/interpret ideas and its presentation/ communication, it is not at all possible in a objective model. Vimal: After qualifying UGC NET candidates do not automatically get teaching skills. Me: No skill will get automatically, UGC NET is only a litmus of quality/std. Vimal: I know many library professionals who are acting as good resource persons. They have not acquired UGC NET, but they successfully convey ideas in training programmes. I know many library professionals holding UGC NET with poor professional skills. Me: Training programs and class room teaching is different, for conducting a training program, person with an expertise in an area/method/software etc. is enough, while in the case of teaching he/she should have a comprehensive/depth idea over different areas of the subject. Vimal: I observed that, two type of groups among library professionals in every academic libraries especially university libraries; NET holders and MLISc holders. NET holders observes others as degraded people. Whenever result of UGC NET announced, winners join with the elite group of NET holders. War between these two groups are very common in every university libraries. Growth of library is freeze or stopped due to group war. It create bad image among academic communities. Me: If there is (cold) war between NET holders and others prevails, it should be stopped by ensuring appropriate/due consideration/increments/promotions etc. to the qualified hands. Vimal: If library professionals lack teaching skills, inclusion of teaching skills paper in MLISc course is a good idea, All universities in India follows the prescribed syllabus from UGC for MLISc programme. It says that, main aim of UGC NET is quality maintenance. Library Science teachers are UGC NET holders. If they failed to inculcate quality among MLISc students, it means UGC NET examination is a failure. If so, what is the relevance of UGC NET examination? Me: I also agree that all teachers are not up to the level as prescribed the UGC, but this is applicable to all subjects, not limited to the library science. But I can firmly tell you one thing that NET mandatory period is far better than the previous Non NET period. Vimal: UGC NET is a conventional test, it act as a barrier in front of library science students and working professionals. NET examination is a source of revenue for UGC. Publishers of guide books are also harvesting good profit during examination time. Me: some conventional methods are far better than the model shortcuts... UGC NET is not at all a barrier for the professionals/students if they are ready to work with perseverance. UGC is a big institution under MHRD with an outlook over quality higher education in the country, they have enormous revenue sources. About publishers: they publish and sells books either its(NET) objective or descriptive.. In short, I generally dis-agree with Mr.Vimal and argue for the current descriptive model UGC-NET Examination. With warm regards Ratheesh.K Professional Assistant University Library,CUSAT Kochi-22,Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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chief librarian post
by Anand Kenchakkanavar 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

*Anand Y Kenchakkanavar* *Librarian,* *USM - KLE International Medical Programme,* *Neharu Nagar* *Belgaum* - *590 010* *KARNATAKA* *E-mail:* *anand.3661(a)gmail.com* <anand.3661(a)gmail.com> *website: http://kenchakkanavar.webnode.com* *cell phone: 96115 79601* hi friends KARNATAKA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CALLED CHIEF LIBRARIAN, LIBRARIAN, ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN, AND LIBRARY ASSISTANT more information visit this link http://kpsc.kar.nic.in/NOTIFICATION.pdf -- * * * * * * *Anand Y Kenchakkanavar* *Librarian,* *USM - KLE International Medical Programme,* *Neharu Nagar* *Belgaum* - *590 010* *KARNATAKA* *E-mail:* *anand.3661(a)gmail.com* <anand.3661(a)gmail.com> *website: http://kenchakkanavar.webnode.com* *cell phone: 96115 79601 * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Self nominations for Associate Editors-in-Chief : International Journal of Library Science
by Ceser Res 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Self nominations for Associate Editors-in-Chief : International Journal of Library Science International Journal of Library Science ISSN 0975-7546 www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ *Please excuse the cross posting.* Please share this announcement with your colleagues. Dear Colleague, Self nominations are invited for the positions of Associate Editors-in-Chief and Editors of the International Journal of Library Science (IJLS) (under volunteer appointment policy). The Editors' main editorial task is to manage the peer review process of submitted manuscripts. Guest Editors should recommend papers for publication only on the basis of academic merit and subject appropriateness. Journal is also expecting fast and excellent communication, personnel management skills, and diplomacy and conflict resolution. The details about the journal available at: www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ For submission of your nomination please fill the nomination form (given below) by 10 February 2012and send it to: cpublib [at] gmail.com Sincerely, Managing Editor-in-Chief International Journal of Library Science (IJLS) www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ E-mail: cpublib(a)gmail.com Join the Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IJLS http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Alibra --------------------------------------------------------- International Journal of Library Science: Self Nomination Form for Associate Editor-in-Chief/ Editor A. Name: B. Position: C. University (Company) Name & Address: D. E-Mail: E. Website: F. Give 15 Email Id of Librarians: -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian and Assistant Librarian in Mizoram University (A Central Unversity) ; Library Assistants jobs at Gauhati High Court in Guwahati
by Subhodip Bid 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

*Dear **Professionals Application are invited for the following post in Mizoram University and Gauhati High Court * 1. *Librarian and Assistant Librarian in Mizoram University (A Central Unversity)* *i) Name of Post: Librarian* Pay Scale: (PB-4) Rs 37,400 – 67,000 + AGP Rs 10,000 No. of Post: 1 (UR) *ii): Name of Post : Assistant Librarian * Pay Scale: (PB-3) Rs 15,600 – 39,100 + AGP Rs 6,000 No. of Post: 1 (UR) *For more details* http://www.mzu.edu.in/advt%2020.01.2012.html 2. *Library Assistants* jobs at *Gauhati High Court* in Guwahati *Location:* Guwahati Last Date: 18 February 2012 No. of Positions: 02 Pay Scale: (PB-2) Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs.3000/- *Age limit :* 18-38 Years Eligibility Conditions: Graduate with degree or diploma in Library Science from a recognized University having proficiency in the use of computer. Preference will be given to a law graduate. For more details: http://ghconline.nic.in/Recruitment/Notification-11-01-2012-Adv.doc *Application Form :* http://ghconline.nic.in/Recruitment/Notification-11-01-2012-ApplnForm.doc -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional National Library, Kolkata MOB. NO. - 08820604794 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Thanks
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

--- On Tue, 24/1/12, Vara Lakshmi Rudrabhatla <rvsn1234(a)hotmail.com> wrote: From: Vara Lakshmi Rudrabhatla <rvsn1234(a)hotmail.com> Subject: Thanks Date: Tuesday, 24 January, 2012, 5:55 Dear Professional friends I am retiring from Andhra University service as a faculty on 31-01-2012. In this context I would like to express my deep sense of gratitude to all my professional friends for their encouragement, appreciations, extending cooperation, support and help. I feel GOD almighty has given me more than what I deserve….good career, loving students, affectionate professional friends. My sincere prostrates to HIM!! There is a long list of professors and librarians who made me what I am today. I am not mentioning their names for obvious reasons. I would like to express my deep sense of gratitude to all my beloved professional gurus’. I am indebted a lot to my students and scholars who made me a teacher! It is great pleasure to be a teacher! I owe a lot to the departments who have invited me as a resource person that gave an opportunity to keep abreast of the current developments; this support made my stay in career enjoyable. I am grateful for the young professional friends for helping me to learn and practice the technological advances…especially the software. I would like to take retirement from all professional activities except for focused research on developing e-learning package for digital libraries course. It was a wonderful experience working with you all. I am going with a lot of good memories which will be long cherished. I miss you all till the time we meet again :)) Bidding a farewell to you all Thanks, regards and affections Varalakshmi -- Dr. RSR Varalakshmi Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science., Andhra University. Visakhapatnam. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Information and Media Literacy (IML) Curriculum for Kendriya Vidyalaya Libraries
by faisal sl 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Dear Professionals, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has constituted a high level Committee to revamp its school library systems spread all over the country (consisting of more than 1000 schools) as per the needs of 21st century learners. The Committee has proposed an Information and Media Literacy (IML) Curriculum as part of the new Library Policy along with so many other changes. The IML curriculums implemented in schools in other countries are under study to develop a basic document. Your comments, suggestions and ideas are welcomed. Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala, India Ph.09447699724 & Moderator, KV Librarians' Network (http://kvlibrarians.grou.ps/) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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FW: [IFLA-L] Second Call for papers-SILF 2012 (Smart City & Library Service, July 17~19, Shanghai Library)
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

From: IAN JOHNSON (0616285) <i.m.johnson(a)rgu.ac.uk> Subject: FW: [IFLA-L] Second Call for papers-SILF 2012 (Smart City & Library Service, July 17~19, Shanghai Library) To: Date: Monday, 23 January, 2012, 22:18 The 6th Shanghai International Library Forum (SILF 2012) 2nd Call for Papers Smart City & Library Service http://www.libnet.sh.cn/silf2012 July 17th~19th, 2012 Organisation: Shanghai Library Venue: No. 1555 Huaihai (M) Rd., Shanghai, 200031, China Second Call for Papers and Participation The biennial Shanghai International Library Forum (SILF) will hold its sixth gathering from July 17th to 19th, 2012 in Shanghai. Devised to maximize libraries’ functions of distributing knowledge, underpinning social and economic development and promoting human civilization, the SILF offers an opportunity for scholarly communication and professional cooperation among libraries and information institutions in the world. Every two years hundreds of librarians, information scientists and other stakeholders from around the world meet together to propose new ideas and recount success stories. The SILF 2012 will take place in conjunction with the celebration of the 60th birthday of the Shanghai Library. Mrs. Ingrid Parent[a1] , the IFLA President, will address the conference as a keynoter. Theme & Topics The theme of SILF 2012 is “Smart City & Library Service”. This forum, centering on the latest progress, practical experience and future trends related to the theme, will cover keynote speeches, plenary sessions and individual symposia. The forum encourages dialogues in the following contexts: 1. Library as an Infrastructure for Research and Learning 2. Coming of the New Integrated Library System: Supporting Cloud Computing and Mobile Services 3. Enabling Librarians to Proliferate Digital Reading and Preserve Digital Memories 4. Management and Performance Evaluation of a Hybrid Library 5. Library Technical Service with Semantic Technologies 6. The Core Values and Competitiveness of the Physical Library in an Omni-media Age Submission Guidelines Papers to be submitted must be the original work of the author(s) and shall never be published or included in any other proceedings. All papers will be peer-reviewed by the Program Committee. Accepted papers will be published in the proceedings available for the forum. *Abstracts of papers offered for presentation at SILF 2012 will also be considered by the Editors of Libri: international journal of libraries and information services,[a2] and authors of papers on suitable topics will be invited to submit their papers or a revised version for consideration for publication in the journal. Please refer to details of the submission format[a3] . Important Dates l February 15th, 2012: deadline for submission of abstract l April 20th, 2012: deadline for submission of full paper Contacts Mr. CHEN Xuyan (International Cooperation Division, Shanghai Library) Ms. REN Xiapei (Library and Information Sciences Research Institute, Shanghai Library) Tel: +86 21 6445 4500 Fax: +86 21 6445 5006 Email: silf2012(a)libnet.sh.cn Robert Gordon University is the best modern university in the UK (The Times Good University Guide 2011) Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC 013781. This e-mail and any attachment is for authorised use by the intended recipient(s) only. It may contain proprietary material, confidential information and/or be subject to legal privilege. It should not be copied, disclosed to, retained or used by, any other party. If you are not an intended recipient then please promptly delete this e-mail and any attachment and all copies and inform the sender. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Robert Gordon University. Thank you. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KLA launches Blog on LIS
by faisal sl 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Dear All, Kerala Library Association (KLA) has launched a Blog as a part of its initiatives to reach out a wider reader group. The KLA Weblog (http://klaweblog.wordpress.com) aims at showcasing our activities and project issues of contemporary relevance through live reports, images and RSS feeds. It will feature posts written by Guest Authors on different topics on LIS and serve as a platform for productive discussions. The blog is integrated with KLA's facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kerala-Library-Association-KLA/262073017158007) and Twitter channel (http://twitter.com/klaconnect) You can follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email also. Kindly do visit the Blog at http://klaweblog.wordpress.com/. You are also welcome to become a "follower" on Twitter and express your"Likes" (and “dislikes” too) on the Facebook page. Our ultimate aim is to enhance professionalism with more vibrant and value-added programmes by effectively utilizing the tremendous potential of the NewGen Communication Systems. Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal General Secretary Kerala Library Association (KLA) Moderator, KV Librarians' Network Ph.919447699724 -- 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] UGC-NET: Necessary Changes and Amendments
by Vimal Kumar 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Dear Seena, Very few teaching positions available for Library Science candidates. Conveying interpreting idea in simple manner is a different skill, it has no relation with skill in writing descriptive answers. After qualifying UGC NET candidates do not automatically get teaching skills. I know many library professionals who are acting as good resource persons. They have not acquired UGC NET, but they successfully convey ideas in training programmes. I know many library professionals holding UGC NET with poor professional skills. But many good professionals holding NET in our field. I observed that, two type of groups among library professionals in every academic libraries especially university libraries; NET holders and MLISc holders. NET holders observes others as degraded people. Whenever result of UGC NET announced, winners join with the elite group of NET holders. War between these two groups are very common in every university libraries. Growth of library is freeze or stopped due to group war. It create bad image among academic communities. If library professionals lack teaching skills, inclusion of teaching skills paper in MLISc course is a good idea, All universities in India follows the prescribed syllabus from UGC for MLISc programme. It says that, main aim of UGC NET is quality maintenance. Library Science teachers are UGC NET holders. If they failed to inculcate quality among MLISc students, it means UGC NET examination is a failure. If so, what is the relevance of UGC NET examination? UGC NET is a conventional test, it act as a barrier in front of library science students and working professionals. NET examination is a source of revenue for UGC. Publishers of guide books are also harvesting good profit during examination time. Regards -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Opportunities in Kerala
by Ratheesh K 22 Jan '12

22 Jan '12

Dear Friends, I feel envy to my colleagues who have UGC NET in Library & Inf. Science in Maharashtra (now they have teaching status with an opportunity to become the Principal of the College....wonderful....). In case of Kerala there is no direct openings for UGC NET holders in government institutions-only promotion, if there is no qualified hand in the lower carder either the post kept vacant...! or it will be given to a non qualified hand.... ! Kindly invite your opinion in the issue.... With warm regards Ratheesh.K M.A.,M.L.I.Sc.,M.Phil. Professional Assistant Grade I University Library CUSAT, Kochi-22,Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SNDT Conference summery
by Bhupendra Bansod 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

Dear all, UGC Sponsored State Level Conference organized by the SNDT Women’s University Library, Mumbai on January 17 - 18, 2012. Some photographs of the conference. https://picasaweb.google.com/111299673626524694905/ConferenceOnALEE2012?aut… Report of the programme presented by Dr. Madhuri Tikam, General Rapporteur, of conference. ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN THE ELECTRONIC ERA (ALEE 2012) Electronic Resource Development and Access UGC Sponsored State Level Conference Organized by the SNDT Women’s University Library, Mumbai January 17 - 18, 2012 *Report Prepared by Dr. Madhuri Tikam * Good evening everybody. Before I start, let me thank Dr. Sushma Powdwal madam and the organizing committee for giving me this precious opportunity. >From last two days, we had experienced a scholarly exchange of ideas during the UGC Sponsored State Level Conference ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN THE ELECTRONIC ERA *(ALEE 2012) *organized by the SNDT Women’s University Library, Mumbai. The Program was inaugurated on January 17, 2012 with the university song. The Director of the conference- Dr. Powdwal delivered the welcome speech and explained the background of the conference. She conveyed the inability of Honble Governor to attend the session and his best wishes for the event. She also expressed that at the end of the event, the conference should generate a set of resolutions/recommendations to be sent to UGC regarding development and access of e resources. This was followed by the traditional lighting of the lamp by the chief guest and other guests of honour. Dr. Durga Murari, Coordinator of the event compeered the inaugural session and introduced the chief Guest Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director of INFLIBNET.* *The dignitaries released collection of abstracts and CD which followed by the motivating speech of Dr. Arora. In his powerful speech, Dr. Arora, warned the LIS professionals that, in future, with wide spread of e-resources, the library in terms of building and half the LIS staff will be unrequited. The LIS professionals must adopt new services such as information filtration, reach out programs, redesign the present place for new info activities, generating more significant metadata like levels, type of information, etc. license negotiations and consultancy for applied projects. He highlighted importance of the ROI studies and gave best wishes for the conference. Next, *Hon. Madam Vice Chancellor Prof. Vasudha Kamat *delivered the presidential address. She talked about the readiness of the university campus to adopt technology for learn together, create together and share together environment. She appreciated the efforts of the library department and complimented Dr. Powdwal and the organizing committee for organizing the conference at an appropriate topic and showed her readiness to render help for conducting an international conference by the library in future . At the end she appealed the participants to make the conference a simulative exchange of ideas. Dr. Durga Murari delivered the vote of thanks and invited everyone for the delicious high tea. The first plenary session was a Panel Discussion on “Digital Scholarship, Cyber Infrastructure and Academic Libraries”. Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director of INFLIBNET, Prof. Shalini Urs Executive Director of International school of information management, Mysore and Prof. A. R. D. Prasad Head of DRTC were the panelists. Firstly, Dr. Arora – the moderator of the session invited Prof. Urs to give her presentation on the theme concept. She insisted to move beyond books and journals as they share narrow vision of scholarship of the author. She highlighted the “Free-In-Form” nature of the information and stressed on importance of integration of HW, SW and the e-resources for better user services. Next Prof. Prasad talked about Open Data Access initiatives. He pointed out the benefits of open data and suggested that cloud computing is the best solution to store open data. Dr. Arora appreciated the efforts of both the presenters and opened the session for question answers which received a profuse response. Prof. Harsha Parekh, asked Prof. Prasad about current scenario of Open data. Prof. Prasad commented that the concept is strongly adopted in the field of economics. He encouraged today’s librarians to take up data archive projects. Prof. Urs added that making information itself an infrastructure is necessary. Once information becomes infrastructure, it becomes part of a public good. Dr. Medha joshi of Tata memorial hospital asked the panelist about ways to make scholars ready to share information. Prof. Prasad agreed that it is a difficult task and the pace is slow for such initiatives but he assured that we must begin somewhere to reach the destination. Participants asked panelist queries regarding digital preservation cloud computing and federated search. The overall discussion was very informative and was appreciated highly by the participants. The plenary session was followed by lunch and parallel paper presentation sessions on three themes- first, Scholarly Communication & Networking, Second, E-Resources : Collection Development and third E-Resource Management. The first session Scholarly Communication & Networking held at Patkar Hall. Prof. Harsha Parekh, Former University Librarian of SNDT Women’s University chaired the session. Dr. Sachin Vaidya and Ms. Neeta Kamble rapporteured the session. Total 7 papers were presented during the session. 1. In the opening paper “Modern Technology Based Academic Libraries”’ Dr. Harsha Merchant, Faculty of Education, described the potential use of various Web 2.0 services in academic libraries to enhance library services and promote better interaction with the users. 2. Further Mrs. Geetanjali Wani, Mr. Milind Dhage and Mr. Vijay Rahanerevealed various challenges and opportunities faced by academic library professionals in digital environment and suggested ways to deal with the situation. 3. Mr. Vinay Haware’s paper on “Scholarly Communication in Academic Libraries” focused on Open Access publishing and various issues related to the same. He commented that today’s librarian can take up a new role of being publisher of scholarly communication. 4. Dr. Sarika Sawant presented a comparison of the traditional scholarly communication process with open access driven scholarly communication process. 5. At the end Ms. Pratibha Kanojia elaborated the role of N-list in college libraries. The papers generated a brief discussion on validity of the online rating system. 6. *The Maharashtra Librarians Online Study Circle* (MLOSC) a web portal for library professionals at state level having 3786 members till date– an effort worth admiring. In the next paper of the session, Mr. Ajay Kamble and Mr. Bhupendra Bansod the developers and managers of MLOSC explained the Role of MLOSC in Information Sharing among library professionals in Maharashtra. After tea, the session continued with one more paper. 7. Mr. Avinash Humbre from Pune, presented SWOT Analysis of N-LIST Programme. The discussion followed was mainly on usage statistics of Nlist. The session ended with a group photograph of paper presenters. A parallel session was conducted at Committee room on E-resources, Collection Development. Dr. Medha joshi Head, Dept of Lib Sc. of Tata Memorial Hospital was on the chair. Mrs. Ketaki Deshpande and Ms. Ashwini Prabhu were the rapporteurs. While briefing about the theme, Dr. Medha joshi said that all the sources of knowledge may be grey literature, inhouse publication are equally important and analysis of information seeking behavior of the library users is required. The session comprised of seven papers on various aspects of E Resources. 1. *Digitisation is a prominent technique of developing e resources.*Many libraries are joining the bandwagon without much thought. Ms. Sujata Kamble in her paper “Digitization projects: issues and challenges” elaborated the process and made aware about the challenges involved. 2. The next paper under this theme was by Dr. Perin Marolia, who illustrated different modes of accessing Language-Related Information Sources in the electronic environment and emphasized on the importance of the user education programs. Dr. Medha Joshi concluded the session by highlighting the importance of policy. She added that while adopting any technology in library, the librarians should balance all three important aspects i.e. library, end users and publishers. The post tea session in the committee room was devoted to the topic E-Resource Management. Ms. Sushma Karnik Director, American Library chaired the session and Mrs. Vidya Subramanian and Mr. Vinay Haware were the rapporteurs. The session comprised of a single paper by Ms. Shital Shah on Managing Electronic Resources: Opportunities and challenges. She explained issues involved in collection development and management of e-resources and underlined the necessity of appropriate training of librarians. In the concluding remarks Ms. Sushma Karnik added that managing e resources is nothing but making e resources accessible though one single window which covers both print and electronic resources. The evening came to an end with two database presentations done at the Patkar Hall. The first one was by Ms. Smita Mehta of Ebsco and the other one by Mr. Suchit Bisht of ProQuest database. Next day begun with Plenary Session, again a Panel Discussion devoted to most appropriate topic of the time. i.e. Academic Libraries-Vision 2020 at the Patkar Hall. Prof. Harsha Parekh from SNDT, Prof. Uma Kanjilal, from IGNOU and Dr. H. K. Kaul from DELNET were the Panelists. Ms. Maya Samant introduced Prof. Harsha Parekh - the moderator of the session. Ms. Jayashree and Dr. Paudwal introduced Dr. H. K. Kaul and Prof. Uma Kanjilal respectively. Dr. Kaul talked impressively about academic libraries: challenges and knowledge center option for libraries. He said that redundant services and mechanisms of today’s academic libraries finding hard to keep up with the pace of change. The challenges of today’s academic libraries are information growth, budget crunches, copyright issues, technology, fear of obsolesce, changing needs of users, and to maintain relevance. Knowledge center option for libraries offers a solution to these challenges. His survey of various worldwide knowledge centers proved that they reduces efforts, allows sharing information to larger audience, collective brain storming and generation of new knowledge. Prof. Uma Kanjilal in her presentation academic libraries vision 2020, discussed about changing scenario of academic libraries. She asked librarians to change with time, learn required new skills to enhance the relevance of the libraries. Next, Prof. Harsha Parekh shared her visions. Changing scenario in terms of higher education environment, scholarly communication, aggregators, retrieval mechanism and user centric approach is shaking the position of libraries and librarians. Now libraries are changing buildings are becoming information commons. Services will become more personalized and filtered. There is a need to change of mindset and develop technical skills for optimal growth. At end she provoked the librarians to be more active in the field. Prof Parul zaveri from SHPT school of library science shown her curiosity about how LIS school can keep abreast with changing time. Prof Uma said that there’s a severe need in changing the curriculum. Prof parekh added the need of teaching thinking skills alongwith technical skills. Dr. Kaul suggested involving librarians and learners in curriculum development. The concluding questions of Dr. Shubhda Nagarkar from pune university and Ms. Namita from Sophia college triggered a discussion on how to deal with interdisciplinary collaborations, and rapidly changing user expectations. Experts suggested librarians to equip themselves with required soft skills and technical skills to deal with changing scenario efficiently. Mr. Satyanarayan from informatics expressed that for being an effective knowledge subject experts should become qualified librarians. Dr. Kaul suggested that subject expert-librarian tie ups will prove more beneficial. Prof. Uma suggested ways like domain internships, development of special need based curriculum and proper induction programs as a solution. While Prof Parekh concluded the session by proclaiming active participation of librarians in curriculum development and research activities of various faculties to improve overall teaching learning effectiveness. The plenary session was followed by two presentations - one on Slim 21 by Ms. Meera Gaikaiwari from Algorhythms Consultants Pvt. Ltd. And other by Mr. Hemant Shettye on Koha and cloud computing. * * *Post tea, similar to the prior day* parallel paper presentation sessions were held at Ptakar hall and the committee room. The themes covered were Innovative Services at the patkar hall and Information Literacy and E-Resource Usage at the committee room. Session on Innovative Services was chaired by Dr. Maya Avasia and rapporteured by Mr. Ajay Kamble and Mr. Bhupendra Bansod. The session comprised of three papers. * * 1. In the beginning Ms. Kashmira Dhirawani summarized impact of Web 2.0 technologies on libraries and librarians. *2. *Paper by Ms. Varsha Varma and Ms. Manisha Jadhar talked about SNDT Women’s University Pune Branch Library’s efforts to Use Social Media tools *to **provide the right information to the right user at the right time**.*** 3. At the end, Ms. Vinita Jain took an overview of various web 2.0 tools to facilitate information transfer and improve information literacy. This paper followed by discussion and a break for lunch The session continued after lunch comprised of 3 papers. 1. *In the beginning *Mr. Pralhad Jadhav overviewd the concept of Cloud Computing showed how librarians can use the cloud 2. Next paper addressed the case study of Bombay International School. Ms. Chaitali Shirali described how the e library services gave rise to an Eco-friendly Library. 3. Next. Neeta Gundawar presented her findings about various eco-friendly libraries in India and their exclusive services. 4. *Human Computer Interaction has developed* several Usability testing methods to improve the usability and accessibility of information on the web sites. Dr. Shubhada Nagarkar and Dr. Durga Murari discussed usability testing methods and techniques for library websites. 5. Ms. P. Gowri Prasad’s paper “Mind Maps for Managing Information” wrapped up the session. She described the technique of creating mind maps and the benefits of using mind maps in the academic environment. Discussion covered majorly on security issues of cloud computing The first parallel paper presentation session held at Committeee room today was devoted to the topic Information Literacy which was chaired by the Dr. Pratibha Gokhale, University Librarian and head of the LIS Dept. of University of Mumbai. Ms. Ketaki Deshpande and Ms. Ashwini Prabhu were the rapporteures. Five papers altogether were presented during the session. 1. Teaching information literacy to library users is a crucial task of librarians. With digital era the role and techniques of information literacy are changing. Many information literacy initiatives are documented throughout the world. Ms Shobha Kulkarni and Ms Mamta Kumari outlined these efforts in their paper “Information Literacy: A Roadmap for E-resource Management in Academic Libraries”. 2. Mrs. S. A. Kulkarni identified gaps in Information Literacy for the Use of Social Media 3. Ms. Tejaswini Karalkar, with illustrations, emphasized on use of electronic media for Information Literacy and User Orientations 4. At the end, Mrs. Shakuntala Nighot, presented her model for Information Literacy Program particularly for B.Ed. Students. The Discussions generated were mainly on reach out programs, while concluding Dr. Gokhale remarked that TV and radio programs like gyandarshan by UGC, shaley chitravani, etc. were the primitive forms of information literacy. There is need to match the form with the expectations of the today’s users. Post lunch, the second parallel paper presentation session held at Committeee room covered the theme E-Resource Usage. The session was chaired by Dr. S. K. Savanur. Mr. Vinay Haware and Mrs. Vidya Subramanian rapporteured the session. Five papers including three case studies were presented during the session. 1. Ms. Janice Fernandes and Mr. Sandip Chandurkar’s case study of access and usage of electronic resources in Xavier institute of engineering revealed that Computer Engineering students preferred online resources more than print. 2. Ms. Ashwini Prabhu suggested plans to enhance use of e-resources. 3. *the final paper* Federated Search for e-Resources by Dr. Shamkant Deshmukh Ms. Sonia Bhavsar and Mr. Sandeep Bhavsar explained the concept of Federated Search and demarcated the difference between federated search and other search engines. *All in all,* the entire seminar on “ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN THE ELECTRONIC ERA went on smoothly. As wished by the conference director, Dr. Powdwal at the inauguration session, the conference turned into a memorable, highly educational and not to be missed event. Great efforts by the organizing committee. The whole experience was highly appreciated by the participants. -- Bhupendra Bansod, Librarian, PVDT College of Education, SNDT Women's University, Churchgate, Mumbai - 20 Mo. +91 9029092218 -- 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] UGC-NET: Necessary Changes and Amendments
by Vimal Kumar 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

Dear Friends, I observed from the discussion that people who already qualified UGC NET do not like to change the pattern of current examination. And they are opposing objective type questions in third paper. In my opinion, evaluation of third paper in current scheme is not serious and it is too weak. The result is number of winners are very low. How can an evaluator read out all answers sheets within minimum time? I dont think all failed candidates are below average standard. In my opinion, total number of papers should be cut down to two. One general paper and second paper should be subject oriented. Regards, -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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urgent requirement
by veeresh hiremath 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Dear All, Our Principal is in urgent requirement of the following article. I request Professionals with access to IEEE to kindly do the needful. Thanking you in anticipation of your help *Digital Object Identifier:* 10.1109/ICNC.2011.6022596<http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/ICNC.2011.6022596> Thanks and regards Veeresh C. Hiremath, Chief Librarian Agnel Technical Education Complex, Sector 9A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai 400703 022-41611029 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Interns
by Anup Sharma 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Dear Professionals The International Management Institute (IMI)-a premier global management school for its Knowledge Resource Centre wish to engage three Library Interns for various regular library works and digital services such as Development of Institutional Repository, Content Development for Library Portal , Up-gradation of Library webpage and for other Library services @ Rs. 7,000/- pm,. Qualification- Graduate in Library & Information Science and PG Diploma in Computer Applications plus Knowledge & Experience in area of Institutional Repository. Knowledge and experience in Dspace / Greenstone / Eprints and web designing will be required. The period for initial engagement will be One year. The local candidates who are willing to work in the evening shift will be preferred. The interested and qualified candidates may send their Cvs at anupsharma(a)imi.edu; and copy at library(a)imi.edu before 31st Jan, 2012 . Only eligible, shortlisted candidates will be called for Interview. No query will be entertained. best regards Anup Sharma Librarian International Management Institute(IMI) B-10, Quta Institutonal Area New Delhi1110016. www.imi.edu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-NET: Necessary Changes and Amendments: Some Thoughts
by Vasanth 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Dear Sir/Madam, This post is in response to M.Das on UGC-NET: Necessary Changes and Amendments posted on 13th Jan and 18th Jan 2012. Madhuryamay Das has brought out some of the very significant issues but CAT and GATE both of these exams have not been very success in producing good number researchers in IIMs and IITs. If we taken into consider the research productivity of IIMs, it is not very significant. One of the major issues with IIMs is that IIMs have not produced many researchers. IIMs are famous because of the highest salary packages offered to its students in campus recruitment by various multinational companies not because of the researchers they have produced despite the fact that IIMs have highly competitive faculty and students. GATE exam is also in similar line. The students getting training from “Kota Schools” are filling up IIT seats. This is what Narayana Murthy of Infosys has said about the IITs “Thanks to the coaching classes today, the quality of students entering IITs has gone lower and lower”. The new format of UGC may lead to increase in coaching classes. Already in second tier city like Mysore, the coaching institutes like BASE and TIME which have been training students appearing for CAT or GATE have started to advertise that they coach candidates appearing for NET or SLET. Objective type questions are best suited for them to train students. Certainly they will have good business here after. Reading whole text of “Five Laws of Library Science” by S.R. Ranganathan would give a different perspective than just remembering “Five Laws of Library Science”. What objective type will help us in remembering “Five Laws of Library Science” not to incite us to read whole text of “Five Laws of Library Science”. We are living in very fast changing world. Many we depend Internet for accessing information. Research data have shown that the nature of non-linearity of text available on the Internet has contributing in cognitive decline of the Internet users. The recent works mainly of Nicholas Carr’s “The Shallows: How the Internet is Changing the way we Think, Read and Remember”, “Is Google Making Us Stupid?” and another interesting article which has been appeared in EDUCAUSE Review entitled “Individual Knowledge in the Internet” by Larry Sanger, the co-founder of Wikipedia have critical of how the non-linearity of text available on the Internet changing the way we read books either in analog or digital format and turning us as a “skimming machine” instead of engaging in deep reading or critical study. This aspect also provides us different perspective. Madhuryamay Das cited GRE (Graduate Record Examination) as an example. If we see the format of GRE, it did contain a section called “analytical writing” wherein the student has to write an essay on the chosen topic. Delay in declaration of NET exam and transparency issues are also very contentious. Any student who qualify NET exam are not offered job immediately. Delay in NET result in no way has effected any students. Transparency in terms what? Objective type questions are not tamper-proof. There are lots of issues. If UGC has deliberated on this issue in a public domain (with student and academic community) before introducing it, would have been come out with a more robust NET exam pattern. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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The Wikipedia blackout: What changes does it bring about
by Madhurjyamoy Das 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Dear Friends, Wikipedia got shut down for 24 hours in a bid to protest SOPA and PIPA what it calls a threat to free access. The entire fracas started over a proposal of US federal legislations viz. Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect Intellectual Property Act (PIPA). What Wikipedia intends probably is to make aware it’s users on the value and significance to open access on Internet, but this move by Wiki sometime looks peevish as Wikipedia is such a service that has become an integral part of our knowledge society and its significance is much more deeper and I believe the way Wikipedia protested is not the right way as it only created inconvenience to the millions of people and user communities. Wikipedia is in itself a huge world of resource which by its very existence could have stood up to ignorance to the parallel legislative developments it feels irrelevant. There are certainly reasons to have concern over the issue as it is almost impossible for the sites to police over all the posts either text or video and determine if there is any violation in terms of copyright. That could probably be the reason that forced Wikipedia to act in such a manner as it is not just like a social networking site but something much more than that. It relies on a network of volunteers to update its website through its open-source platform. With the enactment of SOPA, Wikipedia could be held responsible for any information added to its website. The proposed legislation has provisions that would enforce sites to be closed if they find the accused sites are sharing information with someone else’s copyright. I accept the fact that owner’s right should be protected with given frames of intellectual property, but it is also true, this legislation, if passed by the Congress, is going to dramatically change the way the internet works today. Madhuryamay Das DRTC, ISI-Bangalore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Lecture on "India: The Challenges Ahead" by M. J. Akbar; Jan 22; IHC New Delhi
by Puna Das 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Calcutta Presidency College Alumni Association Celebrates College Foundation Day with Prof. Tapas Mazumdar Memorial Lecture on India: The Challenges Ahead by Shri M. J. Akbar . Venue: Gulmohar Hall, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110003 Date: Sunday, January 22, 2012 Time: Tea - 6.30 pm Lecture - 7.00 pm Q&A Session -8.00 pm to 8.30 pm You are cordially invited to attend the function. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dr. Anup Kumar Das, New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.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] UGC-NET: Necessary Changes and Amendments
by Ratheesh K 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Dear Friends, I have read the two opinions on the changes of UGC NET pattern...(by Madhuryamay Das and Vinit Kumar) in my opinion, UGC NET current pattern is good than an objective model....especially in subjects/disciplines like Humanities, Languages and Social Sciences. I agree with Mr. Vinit Kumar and a request to UGC...do not ruin or dilute the quality and standard of NET Examination. With regards Ratheesh.K Professional Assistant University Library,CUSAT Kochi-22,Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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List of Journals
by Gulshan Kumar 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Dear Library Professional, Can Any one could provide the List of Indian and International Journals for PGDM -- *..... Thanks & Regards Gulshan Kr. Sachdeva M.No.- +91-9911496696* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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