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Demand for service
by gayathri sen 23 Oct '07

23 Oct '07

Dear friends, I completely agree with Mr. Sukhdev Singh's mail regarding mention of the efforts made to get a particular information before it is posted in Lis- Forum. Example- article requests should be tried with DELNET or other commercial provoiders of DDS or write to publishers and make payment for it, so that you will not violate copyright, and if it is nowhere available, then it needs to be posted to forum, as a last resort. Though we know the deficiency of written communication skills of few, effort should be made to present in a proper manner by the person who is posting. The moderator may decide not to post such requests basically to maintain the dignity of our profession. Gayathri Sen PESIT __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MULISSA inaugurated at MyDLIS
by N.S. Harinarayana 23 Oct '07

23 Oct '07

Dear Professionals, Here is the summary of the MULISSA inauguration at MyDLIS. Mysore University Library and Information Science Student Association (MULISSA) is a student forum to support the overall development of students. MULISSA is in action for more than 35 years. Every year it is constituted with the current batch of students as its members. Department nominated faculty member faculty member would act as its advisor. A student elected committee co-ordinates the overall activities. 'Friday Talk' – a lecture series on every Friday organised by MULISSA – has been ascribed by NAAC as one of the 'best practices' in the campus. The main objectives of MULISSA are: * To enhance academic and professional skills/knowledge among its members * To provide opportunity for enrichment of cultural and other abilities * To foster relationships among faculty, staff, and students As per the tradition, MULISSA for the current academic year, ie., 2007-08, was inaugurated on the Friday 19th October 2007. Prof. B. Nagappa, a retired professor of MyDLIS (Department of Library and Information Science, Mysore) inaugurated the association by lighting the lamp. He spoke at length on libraries and librarianship as a profession. Throughout his lecture he emphasised the values and ethics our profession should follow. In his speech he took the audience to a historical journey from 'clay tablet libraries' to 'digital libraries'. He traced the changes in the nomenclature of librarians from 'keeper of books' to 'librarians' to 'information scientists'. He highlighted the importance of the role of librarians in the society. He said 'smile', 'work' and 'think' are the three qualities of a librarian. He opined that the challenges of present day librarians are very high and the students have to be aware about them in order to prepare themselves for the future challenges in their career. He cautioned the professionals that unless we welcome the changes and learn the art of the game very fast, some body else would take away our jobs. Prof. Nagappa said the four basic principles of Charles Darwin propounded in his book 'On the origin of species' published in 1859 could be construed as the basic principles for success in life. He showed how librarians can interpret the Darwin's principles "Struggle for existence", "Survival of the fittest", "Natural selection" and "Adaptation to the environment" to face the challenges. Dr. Mallinath Kumbar, Chairman and President of MULISSA presided over the function. Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, the faculty advisor for the current batch and Dr. M. Chandrashekara, Reader in the Department were present on the occasion. Students of MLISc managed the whole show. Ms. Umme Asima N.A welcomed the gathering and Ms. Sajana C. proposed vote of thanks. Mr. K. R. Udaya Bhaskar was the master for ceremonies during the programme. -- N.S. Harinarayana, Ph.D Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Manasagangtori Mysore 570 006 Off. Ph: (0821) 2419399 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Navodaya Vidyalaya's Librarian post written exam. is scheduled on 18th Nov., ' 07 (Sunday)
by Mukesh Anand 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Dear LIS Students', The Written exam. for the post of Librarian / Miscellenous Category of Teachers (Library Science) of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, New Delhi advertised in Employment News issue dated 13-19th Jan. , ' 07, Page # 32-33 is scheduled on 18th Nov., ' 07 (Sunday). Admit cards to candidates are being issued along with guidelines for written exam. Samples of Admit Card & Guidelines are scanned & displayed on http://www.navodaya.gov.in/welcome%20sbs.htm List of provisionally eligible candidates for the exam. is available on http://www.navodaya.gov.in/welcome%20sbs.htm Subject, Reg. Language, Roll #, Candidates' Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Category, Examination Centre etc. has been given in this list.The name of Library Science candidates' has been given in the last of the list. All the Best, Mukesh Anand Assistant Librarian Indian Railways Officers' Training College -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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workshop
by Mailing List Admin 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Date: 22 Oct 2007 11:07:38 -0000 From: Nadeem Akhtar khan <khannadeem(a)rediffmail.com> Department of Library & Information Science The University of Kashmir. The Department is organizing three day National Workshop on �Open Access Repositories and Greenstone software� The workshop will cover: � An Overview of philosophy of open Access, Open repositories and Greenstone with Practical exposure to downloading, installing, updating and customizing greenstone for digital Library. � Creating digital libraries through content management in GSDLS � Collection building (Simple and advanced) in different file formats using GSDLS � Designing and creating standard metadata sets to describe digital objects and encoding it in standard markup formats. � Conversion from other databases and Interoperability. No of the participants =15 on first come basis. Venue: The Department of Library & Information Science The University of Kashmir, Hazratbal Srinagar 190006. (The department is well equipped computer lab with 30 systems connected with high speed internet access. besides other equipments. The university department has resource persons to impart both theory and practical aspects of the workshop. Date: 6th to 8th November2007 Registration fee: Rs 1,000/= (Rupees One thousand only) which will cover working lunch, refreshment and workshop kit. The accommodation can be made on request in Moderate Hotels and /or Guest House. Eligibility: working librarians/Scholars/Manuscript Managers/Information Scientists/Archive institutions having basic Knowledge of Computers. Participation Applications on a a plain paper giving particulars ( given below ) along with Demand Draft addressed to Head of the Department, Department of Library & Information Science, The University of Kashmir, can be mailed to Head of Department of Library & Information Science, The University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006. Or can be e-mailed at dlis_2006(a)yahoo.co.in, latest by 30th Oct 2007.In the latter case DD of registration fee can be sent through snail mail. Particulars /Application for participation in workshop on �Open Access Repositories and Greenstone software� Name:-_________________________________________________________ Fathers Name:-___________________________________________________ Phone:-___________Residence ___________ Office, Cell_________________ E-mail:-________________________________________________________ Qualification:-___________________________________________________ Basic Knowledge of Computers: - Yes/No Whether accommodation required against payment: - Yes/No Mode of Payment: - Demand Draft/Cheque. No: _______________________ Date ______________________ Amount: ____________________ Bank ____________________ Date: ___________________ Signature: _______________ Name: __________________ Recommendations of Head of the department of parent institution

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Re: [LIS-Forum] An interesting article
by Anagha Agarkar /EQ-RESEARCH/ISEC INST/MUMBAI 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Hi, I found a very interesting article on Reuters website. It talks about the findings of Penguin and other publishers whether Internet has actually helped them selling more books. You may like to read this. Following is the web link. http://in.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idINIndia-30070 220071019?sp=true With regards, Anagha Agharkar Associate ICICI Securities Ltd. Mumbai Tel : 66377438 -- "This e-mail message may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. It should not be used by anyone who is not the original intended recipient. If you have erroneously received this message, please delete it immediately and notify the sender. The recipient acknowledges that ICICI Securities Limited or its subsidiaries and associated companies(including "ICICI Bank / ICICI Securities Primary Dealership Limited"), as the case may be, are unable to exercise control or ensure the integrity of/over the contents of the information contained in e-mail transmissions and further acknowledges that any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender and no binding nature of the message shall be implied or assumed unless the sender does so expressly with due authority of ICICI Securities or its subsidiaries and associated companies (including ICICI Bank / ICICI Securities Primary Dealership Limited), as applicable. The message is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument or as an official confirmation of any transaction.Before opening any attachments please check them for viruses and defects." -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Training workshop on 'Building Institutional Repositories Using DSpace Software'.
by S. Filbert Minj 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Dear Professionals: As part of ongoing project, Development of OAI-based Institutional Repository Services in India, sponsored by Department of Scientific and Industrial research, Ministry of Science and technology, Govt. of India, the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI), Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, will be conducting a training workshop on "Building Institutional Repositories Using DSpace Software", during 12-14 December 2007. The main focus of the workshop will be to provide an intensive practical training to the participants to setup and maintain their Institutional Repositories (IR) using the latest version of "DSpace" software. The workshop is being conducted to encourage research institutes, universities and R&D organizations to setup their interoperable IRs. The institutions/organizations are encouraged to depute appropriate persons who will be in a position to take advantage of the training to set up and operate institutional repositories in their respective institutions. Participation from Institutions/Organizations with a large S&T/R&D activity, larger research output, regular publications and interaction meets would be desirable. Workshop Fees: A nominal registration fee of Rs. 1000/- will be charged per participant. Free accommodation for the participants for the dates 11-15 December 2007 will be provided at the CCE hostel of IISc. Tea and lunch during the workshop days (12-14 December) will also be covered by NCSI. Other expenses, including travel, should be borne by the participating institutions/organizations. Registration: Please visit the site http://casin.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/workshop/dspace Or http://casin.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/workshop/dspace/registration.htm for online registration. Please note that only online registrations are entertained. Last date for registration is 31 October 2007. Selected applicants will be intimated by email on or before 2nd November 2007. All the selected applicants are to send a DD for Rs. 1000/- favouring Registrar, IISc, payable at Bangalore on or before 15 November 2007 to confirm their registration. Important Dates: Last Date for Registration: 31st October 2007 Selection Intimation: 2nd November 2007

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UGC NET Jun 2007 Paper
by Chetan 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Dear LIS Professionals, Can anyone post UGC NET Jun 2007 questions on LIS Forum as well as other SLET Exam questions of any state ? Thanking You --------------------------------- Why delete messages? Unlimited storage is just a click away. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Maintenance System
by Muniraj. T 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Library Maintenance System This site provides many utilities for library maintenance: http://library-maintenance-system.qarchive.org/ http://library.qarchive.org/ News Division: Special libraries Association This site including links to some journals by news librarians. http://www.ibiblio.org/slanews/ MUNIRAJU.T PES Institute of Technology t_muniraj(a)yahoo.co.in http://muniraj.t.googlepages.com/ http://www.lisresearch.blogspot.com/ Now you can chat without downloading messenger. Go to http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/webmessengerpromo.php -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd:Position Vacant Librarian at Haryana
by sri priya 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Delhi Public School Panipat Refinery, Panipat Refinery Township, Panipat, Haryana - 132 140 Librarian: Qualifications & Experience: Graduate with B.Lib from Recognised institution & working knowledge of computer and minimum 1 year relevant experience in a reputed English Medium School. Grade: Rs. 5000-8500. General: All posts carry D.A. at par with Central Govt. Rules & other perks as per PDS Society Rules. The age limit for the above post is 35 years. The candidates should attach photocopies of qualifying degrees. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview. The management reserves the right to relax and the qualifying standards. Apply within 15 days giving complete bio-data alongwith a recent passport size photograph and a Demand Draft of Rs. 100/- in favour of Delhi Public School payable at Panipat. All the applications are to be sent by Ordinary Post to Principal,Post Box-128, Panipat-132103, Haryana. Post Applied for should be clearly superscribed in envelope. No direct application will be entertained. Regards, S.Sripriya __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar on "Evaluation of Open Source CMS" at DRTC, Bangalore
by sanjeev sunny 22 Oct '07

22 Oct '07

Indian Statistical Institute *Indian Statistical Institute* *Documentation Research and Training Centre* *8th Mile Mysore Road, R.V. College Post* *Bangalore-560059* Seminar on *Evaluation of Open Source Content Management System: A Comparative Study* Over the last few years, information professionals have started to have a role in the management of websites and intranets. As a result, they gained new skills from their web activities. There are many web-authoring software like FrontPage, Dreamweaver, etc which has been used to develop and maintain the websites. But gradually, it became difficult to maintain and update the websites because of their very dynamic nature and a variety of file formats. Content Management Systems evolved as an alternative to such web-authoring tools. A content management system (CMS) offers a way to manage large amount of web-based information that escapes the burden of coding all of the information into each page in HTML by hand. A CMS assists conformity by providing a centrally managed system for displaying the content. Although the rapid proliferation of commercially available content management systems makes it easier to find a vendor that might have right solution, the cost to purchase a commercial CMS application is very high. As an alternative to commercial CMS, open source solutions are a tantalizing option. Though, there are many open source CMS available in public domain, such as Drupal, Joomla, Plone, PHP-Nuke, etc, it is difficult to decide what solution will work best for a particular organization (or library). A comprehensive checklist is required to evaluate these systems. This seminar will focus on the key requirements of the CMS and a checklist for evaluating CMS will be discussed. Two of the popular Open source CMSs namely Joomla! and Drupal will be compared using this checklist. Speaker: Sanjeev K Sunny 2nd Year ADIS All are cordially invited Venue: DRTC, Classroom, Indian Statistical Institute Date: 24th October, 2007 DRTC Time: 2 p.m. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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