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Need Article
by Veeru 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, Will you please help me to get this article fulltext, it is an very urgent requirement for one our Resarch Scholar *1.Author*: Henk, M *Title*:Developing and implementing a Moodle-ares integration for physical and electronic reserves at a small liberal arts college(2010) *Journal:*Journal of Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery & Electronic Reserves, Vol.no.20(3), page no-149-158. 2.Black, E.L. (2008) *Title*: Toolkit approach to integrating library resources into the learning management system . * Sourcel- *Journal of Academic Librarianship, 34(6), 496-501 -- 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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Question
by subhash khode 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Respected library professionals, At present we have MBA course in our three institutions in the campus but now we are going to close down two of them and want to merge books of closed institutes in the running institute. Is it possible to enter books of closed institutes in the accession register of running institute to utilize these books and fullfill the books' purchasing requirements of AICTE without purchasing new books. Please explain the procedure for the same Subhash Khode Librarian MIT, Ujjain -- 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 -IFLA Science & Technology Libraries
by eswara reddy deva 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Call for Papers IFLA Science and Technology Libraries Section Papers are invited to be presented at 78th IFLA General Conference and Assembly, Helsinki, Finland in August 2012 Theme: The Role of Libraries in Data Curation, Access, and Preservation: an International Perspective Data curation, access, and preservation are integral to the advancement of research in science and technology. For further definition and clarification of the role of data in research see the Digital Curation Centre (DCC) website: ( http://www.dcc.ac.uk/digital-curation/what-digital-curation) The session will focus on the role of libraries and librarians in data curation in various countries and the challenges associated with establishing and operating data curation repositories, on a local or national level. Proposals must focus on one or more of the following topics: 1. Key issues confronted in establishing a national plan for data curation 2. The role of libraries in establishing data curation repositories. 3. A financial model for sustaining data curation within the library and/or university. 4. Training and preparation of librarians to participate in data curation. Submissions Proposal abstract (max 500 words) must be submitted by January 15, 2012, on any one or more of the topics listed above, with the topic to be discussed clearly identified by number from list above. Submission is to include presenter's name, position, institution, and email address. Please note that all fees, including registration to the conference, travel, accommodation etc. are the responsibility of the authors. Notification of acceptance of proposals will be completed by February 15, 2012 Deva E.Reddy,PhD Chair, IFLA Science & Technology Libraries Section Associate Professor Texas A&M University Libraries College Station, TX 77843-5000 United States Tel.979-862-1062 Fax.979-458-0112 dereddy(a)tamu.edu -- 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 Gouri Sankar Karmakar 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professional Colleagues If anybody has access to the following articles, please provide me which is required by one of our faculty: *Puppets on a string: women’s wage work and empowerment among female tea plantation workers of Sri Lanka By Vidyamali Samarasinghee The Journal of developing areas 27 (April 1993) 329-340* -- With regards, Gouri Sankar Karmakar Librarian, Pandu College Pandu, Guwahati Assam, PIN: 781 012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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My new assignment as Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian @ Rani Channamma University
by Mailing List Admin 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2011 23:22:13 +0530 From: Pandurang Konnur <pvkonnur(a)gmail.com> Dear Friends, I am happy to inform you that, , I have been appointed as Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian at Rani Channamma University Belagavi, Karnataka State. As University Librarian of Bangalore University, I have tried my best to be of some use to all of your academic life. Some of you have made very fruitful use of my efforts. I thank all of you for having given me an opportunity to serve you all. If you need any assistance from, please be in touch with me on my following email address. With very high regards to all of you, -- Dr.P.V.Konnur Fulbright Fellow University of Illinois (US) Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian, Rani Channamma University, Jnana Sangama, Belagavi, (Karnataka State) email: pvkonnur(a)gmail.com

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Invitation for NCSI-Net monthly lecture-10 December 2011
by shivaram gowda 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Members I cordially invite you all for NCSI-Net monthly lecture scheduled on 10th of December 2011 (Second Saturday) at NCSI Seminar hall at 11.00AM. Details of the Talk: Topic: Innovations in Library Automation Process: The Trion Journey Speaker: Sven Carlson Date & Time: 10/12/2011 at 11.00 AM Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore About Lecture: Library Automation and Technologies have been evolving to keep up with the ever changing times and needs of the users. We are now at a juncture where libraries need to be accessible to users 24 by 7. Huge libraries face daunting challenges in transporting the books to the right rack at the right time so as not letting users lose out on the much required resources. Keeping up with the changing trend, Trion Technologies has pioneered in return, transporting and sorting systems at the library. A one of its kind company, they have come up with total RFID solutions to libraries of every size. A Swiss based company which works both with international system integrators along with regional local partners. For existing and small libraries the company provides self-service kiosks along with single return units, which make return process accessible to patrons 24 by 7 Trion products enable the introduction of customer friendly self-service concepts while the library staff benefits from better work conditions through elimination of monotonous work and improved ergonomics. The talk would give a complete introduction to their gamut of products and display their uniqueness. About Speaker: Sven Carlson, a Norwegian citizen, has a master degree in electronics from ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Thereafter he finished a post graduate business study at the Norwegian School of Business Oslo, Norway. Mr. Carlson has started several high tech start-up companies. In 2003 he established Trion AG which develops, produces and distributes RFID-based self-service systems for libraries. Kindly confirm your participation to NCSI-Net coordinators With Warm Regards NCSI Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy @ Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (M.P.), INDIA
by Veeru 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, *Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (M.P.), INDIA* (A Central University Established by an Act No.25 of 2009 of Parliament) Website : www.dhsgsu.ac.in Ph : + 91- 7582- 264055, Fax : + 91- 7582- 264236 Advt. No./R/A-NT/02/2011, Dated : 25/11/2011 *Librarian 01 (UR) * *Department *Jawahar Lal Nehru Library *Scale of Pay *PB-4; 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP 10000 *Assistant Librarian 01 (UR)* *Department *Jawahar Lal Nehru Library *Scale of Pay *PB-3;15600-39100 (PB-3) AGP 6000 *Librarian/Technician 01 (UR)* *Scale of Pay* PB-1; 5200-20200 GP 2000 Detailed information regarding Educational Qualification, Experience, Application Form, Age, etc. can be downloaded from the University website * www.dhsgsu.ac.in*. Last date for submission of application is *10.01.2012*upto 5.30 (P.M.). The application should be sent through Registered/Speed Post to the *Assistant Registrar (Recruitment),* Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470 003 (M.P.). *More information Visit:* http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/infodetails.php?id=140 http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/Advt_NT-02_NEW2011Revised(3).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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Dear professionals please visit http://www.ngcnalgonda.org/library.html
by Laxma Reddy J 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

Dear Practicing Librarians please visit our site This library is automated with sioul 2.0 and web opac is available. http://www.ngcnalgonda.org/library.html Comments and Suggestions will be appreciated. With Regards, Laxma Reddy 09908115333 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ALCTS Online Course Grant for Library Professionals from Developing Countries
by sandeep bhavsar 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

Respected All TheAssociation for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) is now accepting grant applications for the February-September 2012 sessions of the association’s four-week fundamentals online courses. One free seat per online continuing educational course session is available to librarians and information professionals from developing countries. For background information about the grant, including criteria for applying, please see: http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/awards/grants/onlinegrant.cfm Fundamentals of Acquisitions Session 1: February 27 - March 23 Session 2: April 7 – May 11 Session 3: July 30 – August 24 TheFundamentals of Acquisitions (FOA) web course focuses on the basics of acquiring monographs and serials: goals and methods, financial management of library collections budgets, and relationships among acquisitions librarians, library booksellers, subscription agents, and publishers. In this course, you will receive a broad overview of the operations involved in acquiring materials after the selection decision is made. Note that in FOA, we distinguish between collection development, which involves the selection of materials for the library; and acquisitions, which orders, receives, and pays for those materials. Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions Session 1: March 5 – March 30 Session 2: April 23 – May 18 Session 3: July 23 – August 17 TheFundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions (FERA) Web course will provide an overview of acquiring, providing access to, administering, supporting, and monitoring access to electronic resources. It will provide a basic background in electronic resource acquisitions including product trials, licensing, purchasing methods, and pricing models and will provide an overview of the sometimes complex relationships between vendors, publishers, platform providers, and libraries. This course is sponsored by Harrassowitz. Fundamentals of Collection Development and Management Session 1: March 19 – April 13 Session 2: May 7 – June 1 Session 3: August 20 – September 14 TheFundamentals of Collection Development and Management addresses the basic components of these important areas of responsibility in libraries. Components include complete definition of collection development and collection management; collections policies and budgets as part of library planning; collection development (selecting for and building collections); collection management (e.g., making decisions after materials are selected, including decisions about withdrawal, transfer, preservation); collection analysis—why and how to do it; outreach, liaison, and marketing; and some suggestions about the future for collection development and management. This course is sponsored by Coutts-Ingram. Fundamentals of Preservation Session 1: March 26 – April 20 Session 2: May 21 – June 15 The Fundamentals of Preservation introduces participants to the principles, policies and practices of preservation in libraries and archives. The course is designed to inform all staff, across divisions and departments and at all levels of responsibility. It provides tools to begin extending the useful life of library collections. Components include preservation as a formal library function and how it reflects and supports the institutional mission; the primary role of preventive care, including good storage conditions, emergency planning and careful handling of collections; the history and manufacture of physical formats and how this impacts preservation options; standard methods of care and repair, as well as reformatting options; and challenges in preserving digital content and what the implications are for the future of scholarship.To apply, go to: https://alctsprogram.wufoo.com/forms/alcts-online-course-grant-application-… Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Globethics.net: Keep it free - Donate a book
by atanu 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

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