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National Webinar on "Exploiting Excel for Simplifying Library and Information Services" on 14th November, 2021 at 11.00 AM
by Gangadhar KC 08 Nov '21

08 Nov '21

Dear LIS professionals, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Yelahanka,Bengaluru in association with Engg. Library Group has arranged One Day NationalWebinar on "Exploiting Excel for Simplifying Library and InformationServices" on 14th November, 2021 at11.00 AM Resource Person: Sri Gopalakrishna, Chief Librarian, BMSIT, Bengaluruhas over 30 years of academic, administrative experience. He is an authority onKoha - ILMS and has conducted series of Workshops on Koha. He has installed andconfigured Koha for the benefit of many institutions. Registration Link : https://forms.gle/mqdytvSx8kdcwEuQ7 It is FREE for all. Webinar Joining Link: https://nmitcivil.webex.com/nmitcivil/j.php?MTID=m049bcf5acb631ed42ea3b5a0c… Meetingnumber: 2513 726 6195 Password:9wxBeXFcW63 📜📜 E-certificate will be issued to the participants after attending the session and filling the feedback form. Dr. Gangadhar K.C. Senior Librarian Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology P.B.No.6429, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. Ph:080-22167882, Cell:8123381280

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Koha workshop (offline) November 26-27
by Susan Mathew 08 Nov '21

08 Nov '21

Kindly post this news *Two-day National Workshop on Library Automation Software - Koha* Department of Library and Information Science, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences in association with Academic Library Association is conducting a 2 day workshop on Koha (open source library Automation Software ) on 26th and 27th of November 2021. The workshop will be conducted in offline mode in the college information technology lab. Those who are interested are advised to register in the link given below. Phone: 0484 291 1363 Mob: 8606365566(Dr. Joshi George) 9496839409( Dr. A T Francis) Email: dlis(a)rajagiri.edu https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4WGy-3nC0x8ou5H50CaTiOMS182JpGDl… Susan Mathew K, PhD Department of Library & Information Sciences Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery Cochin-683104, Kerala South India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies at Ashoka Univ Library.
by BP Prakash 08 Nov '21

08 Nov '21

*Ashoka University invites applications for the posts of Library Executive and Senior Library Executive.* *About Ashoka University: *Ashoka University is a pioneering university in India, providing an interdisciplinary liberal education on par with the best universities in the world. Ashoka students learn to be critical thinkers, effective communicators and ethical leaders, from outstanding faculty who have previously taught in leading global and Indian universities. In a very short time, the university has established a stellar reputation for quality of faculty and student experience. *About Ashoka Library: *Ashoka library is a 24 x 7 service centre and has recently moved to new and larger premises to accommodate more readers, resources, and activities. To support hybrid learning, the library gives equal emphasis to print and digital media. Currently, the library holds more than 52000 print books, 300,000 e-books, 15,000 e journals and a host of e-reference sources & e- archives. The library provides remote access to all its digital resources. The Library assists the academic community in curating course materials through its Institutional repository services. It provides research support through its plagiarism check platforms, journal discovery systems, and reprint services. Library has collaborations with other institutions, publishers and agencies to source specialized research materials. Keeping the diversity of students in mind, the library has contemporary collections in select vernacular languages. For more details please visit library.ashoka.edu.in <library(a)ashoka.edu.in>. *Role and Responsibilities: * · Work in all sections/functional areas like information retrieval, digital resources, user profiles, circulation desk and document processing & floor management. · Handle reference queries, events management & library marketing. · Assist patrons in retrieval of library materials, research papers and multi-media. · Manage & work independently during weekends & extended hours. *Eligibility: * · Regular/full time MLISc (Master of Library & Information Science) degree from a recognised university or MS-LIS from DRTC is a must. · UG degrees like BCA or BSc /BE (in IT or CS) or PG Diploma like PGDLAN will be an added advantage. · 0-2 years of professional experience (after MLISc /MS-LIS)) in academic / research libraries for library executive role. (Those who appeared for the final exam in 2021 and are waiting for results can also apply). · 3-5 years of professional experience (after MLISc /MS-LIS) in academic / research libraries for senior library executive role. · Consistent good academic record and continuity in studies & experience · Age limit 28 years. *Skills / Prerequisites:* · Proficiency in MS office, Koha, D space, portal management & IT tools / systems. · Fair understanding of digital resources, literature searching & discovery systems. · Good written and verbal communication skills in English. · Good interpersonal skills & team working abilities. · Flexibility to work in extended library hours & shifts. * Venue of work:* Ashoka University campus. #2, Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Delhi- NCR region, Rai post, Sonepat, Haryana 131029. *Days of work: *This is a full-time role, Monday - Friday *Reports to: Assistant Librarian/ Deputy Librarian* Application Process : ● To apply, please upload the following documents using the link given below. a. A covering letter b. Latest resume c. The name, designation and contact details of two referees from your most recent professional/academic endeavour. They may be contacted by us as part of the process. ● Deadline for receiving applications: *30th Nov* *2021.* Please visit Ashoka website (https://www.ashoka.edu.in/page/workwithus-56) for more details and to upload required documents ==================================================================================================================== Best wishes, *B.P. Prakash* Director - Library Services | Ashoka University * M: +91 9028005817 l T: +91 130 2300650 | * www.ashoka.edu.in <http://www.ashoka.edu.in>

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CSI, ACM & IEEE CS -- Events in Nov 2021
by Mohan Hr 08 Nov '21

08 Nov '21

We are pleased to announce the forthcoming events of CSI, ACM & IEEE CS Chennai/Madras Chapters in Nov 2021. Pl register using the respective event registration link. Registrations are open till 8 pm IST on the previous day of the event. 13th Nov 2021 at 6 pm IST. Webinar on "The Future of Mobility: Convergence of Electric, Connected and Autonomous Vehicles" by Dr. Shankar Venugopal, Vice President, Technology Innovation, Mahindra & Mahindra & Mr. S. Ramachandran, Lead for Manufacturing and Engineering, Infosys Knowledge Institute. Register at https://bit.ly/3iI0E4p 27th Nov 2021 at 6 pm IST. Webinar on "IPv6 Migration: Need, Issues and Process" by Dr. Mohit P Tahiliani, Asst. Prof. Dept. of CSE, NITK Surathkal, Ms. Nalini Elkins, President, INTC, CEO, Inside Products, Inc., & Mr. Dhruv Dhody, President, IIESoc. Register at https://bit.ly/3BqYvl2 Other events in Nov 2021: https://bit.ly/3mnU4kG Interesting Reads And Information -- IRAI -- 211101: https://bit.ly/3BBX02O IRAI Quiz -- 211101: https://bit.ly/2ZGHg11

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[IITGN Library Talk] 'Advancing our scholarly publishing system that is open, sustainable and equitable' by Colleen Campbell (Max Planck Digital Library) on 25th October, 2021 at 5.30pm
by TS Kumbar 07 Nov '21

07 Nov '21

Dear All, We are happy to announce an Invited talk by Ms *Colleen Campbell,* *Max Planck Digital Library (MPDL) <https://www.mpdl.mpg.de/en/>*as a part of our celebrations to observe Open Access Week 2021 at IIT Gandhinagar. Open Access Week, being a global event and entering its 10th year, is an opportunity for the academic and research community to learn more about the potential benefits of Open Access, to share what they have learned with colleagues, and to help inspire wider participation in making Open Access a new norm in scholarship and research. The theme for International Open Access Week <http://www.openaccessweek.org/> 2021, to be held from October 25-31, 2021, is *“It Matters How We Open Knowledge: Building Structural Equity.”* To mark this occasion, the Library at IITGN has organized a virtual talk. The details of the same are as mentioned: *Title: Advancing our scholarly publishing system that is open, sustainable, and equitable* *Speaker: Colleen Campbell, Partner Development in the Open Access 2020 Initiative, Max Planck Society, Max Planck Digital Library, Germany* *Date and Time: Monday, 25th October, 2021, 5.30 - 6.30 p.m.* *The link for joining the talk:* https://iitgn-ac-in.zoom.us/j/92809401850?pwd=a0xJQndYTFlUR1pkTjdWOFBYWTRmZ… Meeting ID: 928 0940 1850 Passcode: 766857 *The focus of the talk:* It has been nearly 20 years since the first Berlin Open Access Conference produced the Berlin Declaration on Open Access to Knowledge in the Sciences and Humanities, a foundational vision statement for open access which has garnered consensus of the global research community. How has the landscape in scholarly publishing changed since then? What stage of the open access transition have we reached, and where do we go from here? The research community was the initiator of the open access movement, but over the years open access has often been interpreted as a “top down” policy decision of research funders; the time has come for the research community to reclaim its ownership and advance strategies based on practical idealism to create a scholarly publishing system that is open, sustainable and equitable. *Brief profile of the speaker:* *Colleen Campbell* leads external engagement in the OA transition at the *Max Planck Digital Library (MPDL), <https://www.mpdl.mpg.de/en/> *focusing on activities to empower librarians and other stakeholders with strategic insights and practical skills as they work to enable an open, sustainable and equitable scholarly publishing environment. In her role at MPDL she coordinates the *Open Access 2020 * <https://oa2020.org/>Initiative, an international effort that aims to transition today’s scholarly journals to open access publishing models; the *ESAC Initiative* <https://esac-initiative.org/>, a global community of practice of research libraries and consortia promoting efficiencies and standards around the negotiation and implementation of transformative and open access publishing agreements; and she advises on strategic engagement in Germany’s *DEAL Operations* <https://deal-operations.de/en/>. She currently serves on the Managing Board of EIFL (Electronic Information for Libraries), the LIBER Open Access Working Group, and the advisory boards of a number of other scholarly communication initiatives and organizations. Previously European Director for Strategic Partnerships at JSTOR and the digital preservation service Portico, she has over 20 years’ experience forging partnerships across all areas of the academic information sector in the service of scholarship. [image: OA flyer.png] We cordially invite you to join and interact with the speaker. Regards, Kumbar -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Librarian Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 355*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in Follow Us : <https://www.facebook.com/Library-IITGN-105636257877813/> <https://www.instagram.com/iitgn_library/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/library-iitgn/> <https://in.pinterest.com/librarysocialmedia0715/> <https://twitter.com/LibraryIITGN> ------------------------------------------------------------ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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General Index
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Nov '21

07 Nov '21

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Libraries are the natural place to curate content
by Subbiah Arunachalam 06 Nov '21

06 Nov '21

“The focus on learning materials should move from the bookstore to the library,” Baraniuk says. “Libraries are the natural place to curate content developed not only at their school, but through collaboration with the entire academic community, across the country and the world. That is going to be the future.” - Richard Baraniuk of Rice University. Seen from a SPARC press release. -- Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarians provide tools to help students find better information – but schools are cutting their numbers
by Mohan Hr 05 Nov '21

05 Nov '21

Very interesting and contextual article -- HR Mohan Librarians provide tools to help students find better information – but schools are cutting their numbers School librarians hear the question all the time: Why do we need school libraries and school librarians when students have the internet? The perception is that a computer and Wi-Fi are all students need for their informational and recreational needs. Meanwhile, the number of school librarians in the U.S. has dropped about 20% over the past decade, according to a July 2021 study funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Many states, including Arizona, Texas and Pennsylvania, do not fund or mandate school librarian positions. And an analysis from the National Center for Education Statistics revealed that Hispanic, nonwhite and nonnative English speakers are the students most affected by the decline in librarian positions. “Access to school librarians has become a major educational equity issue,” says Keith Curry Lance, who with Debra Kachel led the IMLS study. In a recent email he told me, “School districts losing librarians tend to be ones that can least afford the loss in a society characterized by increasing economic inequality.” As a former school librarian who researches school library issues and trains future school librarians, I know that decades of research demonstrate that K-12 school librarians have a significant impact on student achievement. Here are four functions that school librarians carry out that I believe make their role more important now than ever. https://theconversation.com/librarians-provide-tools-to-help-students-find-… -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Directory of LIS Professionals of India.
by Dr.Dinesh Sanadi. 05 Nov '21

05 Nov '21

(Respected Admin person / library professionals please circulate among the group/colleagues for information ) *Directory of LIS Professionals of India.* Respected Library Professionals, We are going to make a database of all library professionals of India online. This would help strengthen our networks and be more helpful for the researcher to communicate with others . Information provided here will be published online. Your feedback will be greatly appreciated. *https://forms.gle/qZMtafy3YdPXwmaj9 <https://forms.gle/qZMtafy3YdPXwmaj9>* Regards *Dr. Sanadi Dinesh Annappa** Shalini**.* *(Ph.D. UGC-NET, SET (MAH)**. M.L.I. S**)* *Librarian.* * Research Cell -**In charge.* *St. Joseph College of Arts & Commerce,* * (Affiliated to University of Mumbai)* *Satpala, Post - Agashi, Virar (W)* * Tal. Vasai, Dist. Palghar - 401 301* * (Maharashtra State.) -INDIA.* *Ph.D. Co-Guide/Supervisor* *NET/SET TRAINER & Ph.D- Guidance* * Cont- 07208710920* -- 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 for JLICT, V10, No 2 (July 2021- Dec 2021) Print ISSN: 2278-3482/ Online ISSN: 2456-9399
by Dr Mange Ram 04 Nov '21

04 Nov '21

The Journal of Library and Information Communication Technology (JLICT) Print ISSN: 2278-3482/ Online ISSN: 2456-9399 is a peer-reviewed journal (half yearly) and Indexed (Scientific Indexing Service at S.N. 3851) is published by editorial board of JLICT and having Impact Factor 4.256 Cosmos (http://cosmosimpactfactor.com/page/journals_details/5368.html) Journal of Library and Information Communication Technology (JLICT) cover all areas of library science related with ICT. The journal welcomes the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence, and will publish: Original articles in basic and applied research, Case studies, Critical reviews & surveys. We invite you to submit your manuscript(s) to: jlict2012(a)gmail.com only upto 15th November 2021 only. Format for Submission the papers: Font: times new roman, Size: 12 and in single space with linked references (APA Style) as examples are given below: References/Bibliographies: 1. Book: Kidder, T. (1981). The soul of a new machine. Boston: Little, Brown & Company. Frank, R. H., & Bernanke, B. (2007). Principles of macro-economic (3rd Ed.). Boston: McGraw-Hill/Irwin. 2. Edited Book: Gibbs, J. T., & Huang, L. N. (Eds.). (2001). Children of colour: Psychological interventions with culturally diverse youth. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. 3. Article/Papers: Ku, G. (2008). Learning to de-escalate: The effects of regret in escalation of commitment. Organizational Behaviour and Human Decision Processes, 105(2), 221-232. Sanchez, D., & King-Toler, E. (2007). Addressing disparities consultation and outreach strategies for university settings. Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, 59(4), 286-295. 4. Journal article from a subscription database (no DOI): Colvin, G. (2008, July 21). Information worth billions. Fortune, 158(2), 73-79. Retrieved from Business Source Complete, EBSCO. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com 5. Magazine article, in print: Kluger, J. (2008, January 28). Why we love. Time, 171(4), 54-60. 6. Newspaper article, no author, in print: As prices surge, Thailand pitches OPEC-style rice cartel. (2008, May 5). The Wall Street Journal, p. A9. 7. Corporate author, author as publisher, accessed online: Australian Bureau of Statistics. (2000). Tasmanian yearbook 2000 (No. 1301.6). Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: Author. Retrieved from http://www.ausstats .abs.gov.au /ausstats/subscriber.nsf /0/CA2568710006989... $File/13016_2000.pdf The article may be send to the following e-mail address only jlict2012(a)gmail.com only upto 15th November 2021 only. Note:  No fees for publication of paper in E-copy of Journal Editor in Chief Dr. P. P. Rawat, ,Chief Librarian (Retd), SGPGI, Lucknow (UP)   Dr.Mange Ram University Librarian Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute Deemed University), Dayalbagh Agra-5 (UP)INDIA Mail: mangeram(a)dei.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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