IASLIC- 2017 31ST ALL INDIA CONFERENCE on Public Libraries in India in 21st Century 7th – 9th November, 2017 Special Interest Group Discussion SIG01 : Social Science Information - Information Literacy Competency Development SIG02 : Computer Application in LIS – Digital India Initiatives & Libraries Jointly organized by : Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Central Library Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Library Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi About Conference We Indians can boast to have one of the earliest civilization. No civilization could survive without passing the inherent knowledge to the upcoming generations, orally recorded as Sruti or documented as manuscripts. The enriched libraries of Taxila and Nalanda illuminated the patron and neighbor kingdoms with the collection of invaluable literature. They served the interests of academics, royalties as well as the citizens of the kingdoms. With increased awareness towards freedom and public welfare, the 20th century witnessed a revolutionary public library movement in India. The public libraries are considered as an essential agent towards fostering peace and welfare to the people. A structured public library system strengthens education, public awareness, culture and heritage preservation and nurtures democratic values among the citizens. Now it is more than a century to the library movement in India but a uniform integration of public library system is yet to be achieved. The advent of ICT with improved infrastructure has enabled Indian library community to come out with innovative propositions towards creating awareness on social issues. The public library system is being infused with high-tech communication tools with the existing traditional collections and practices. The smart products, green tools and ecofriendly practices are to be developed beforehand so that it gives immediate support to the common man in anticipation and when desired. The phenomenal changes in the environment have brought opportunities to public libraries to look forward for new social responsibilities towards bridging the national digital divide through social inclusion. It is a pleasure to announce that in tune with completion of the 100 years of academic existence of Banaras Hindu University, the Department of Library and Information Science in collaboration with Central Library, BHU and Indian Institute of Technology Library, BHU is organizing the IASLIC 31st All India Conference 2017 during 7th – 9th November 2017 at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. Banaras Hindu University The Banaras Hindu University (BHU), founded by Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya in 1916, is one of the most prestigious Central University in the country. The Banaras Hindu University is the largest residential university in Asia served by visionaries- Mahamana Malaviyaji, Dr. Annie Besant and Dr. S. Radhakrishnan. This seat of learning epitomizes a synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern scientific temper. The holistic model of education, conceived and enriched by its illustrious founder, offers refreshingly new perspectives to young minds and nurtures and facilitates their creative talent. This University was conceived as a residential university, keeping in view its objective of complete character development and thorough mentoring of students. Perhaps this is the only University in the world where courses ranging from nursery and primary school upto Doctoral/ Post-doctoral degrees are taught and pursued within a walled campus spread over 550 Hectares (1360 acres) with majestic buildings of great architectural delight. Main Theme : Public Libraries in India in 21st Century Sub-themes Public Library Philosophy * Public library as a social institution * Public library as open and democratic knowledge centre * Public library as a source of lifelong learning and cultural development * National public library policy * UNESCO Public Library Manifesto and its relevance in digital era * Financial Management, Library budgeting models Public Library Development in India * Public library situation in different states: progress and regress * Barriers and factors affecting public library development * Public library legislation in different states: progress and pitfalls * Public library development in India and other countries: comparative study * Digital era vis-a-vis public library legislation in India Roles of Public Library * Public library as a community information centre * Role of public library in rural development * Role of public library in promoting inclusive society and knowledge society * Role of public library in gender sensitization and creating awareness about social issues * Changing roles of public library and librarian in digital era Public Library Resources * Public library finance and financing * Changing format and changing mode of access of intellectual resources * Public library building, furniture and equipment * Manpower for public libraries: required competencies and competency development in digital era * Capacity building of public libraries Functions and Services of Public Library * Planning and management of public library and public library system in digital era * Collection development policy for intellectual resources * Organization of intellectual resources - traditional and digital * Preservation and conservation of intellectual resources * Marketing of innovative public library services Public Library Standards and Guidelines * Review of existing public library standards and identification of new areas requiring standards * Comparison of Indian public library standards with standards published abroad * Best practices in public libraries * IFLA/UNESCO guidelines for public library services * Evaluation of public library services Public Library Users * Public library users and their characteristics * Public library use survey * Public library users' need survey * Public library users' information seeking behavior survey * Empowerment of public library users Future Strategies * Automation of public libraries * Reengineering/rebooting of public libraries * Public library consortia and networking * Smart public libraries * Inclusive and green public libraries SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG) MEETINGS CONVENER: Dr. Saptarshi Ghosh SIG 01: Social Science Information Theme: Information Literacy Competency A. Information Literacy (IL) Competency Concept, need, scope; core competencies and desirable competencies B. Information Literacy Competency Development: Objectives and components; methodology; resources; role of libraries and professional associations C. Information literacy competency Standards and Guidelines Information literacy competency standards for different sectors; IFLA Guidelines on information literacy D. Assessment of Information Literacy Impact of IL competency development on library users: case studies SIG 02: Computer Applications in LIS Theme: Digital India Initiative and Libraries A. Digital India Initiatives/Programme Vision, objectives, programme pillars, approach and methodology: Schemes and projects, Facilities and services; Digital India initiatives in states. II. Digital Infrastructure Development Promotion, digital equality; national digital library: creation and progress; National virtual library: creation and progress III. Digital empowerment of Citizens Creation of digitally empowered society; role of libraries; national e-governance plan: e-governance initiatives of center, state, local bodies IV. Progress and Evaluation of Digital India Initiative Registration Fees Registration fee includes meals, accommodation (sharing basis in guest house on first come first serve basis), transportation facilities and conference kit. Participants are requested to contact organizing committee well ahead of conference date for accommodation facilities. Residential facility will be extended from 6 November, 12 noon to 10 November, 2017, 12:00 noon. If any participant desires to stay beyond this, they need to pay on their own on actual tariff basis. For details of Registration fee log on to: http://www.iaslic2017.org/registration.html Deputed participant from institutional member institutes/ organizations will be offered to avail the same rate as IASLIC members even the person concerned is not an individual members of IASLIC. Mode of Payment: By Demand Draft in the favour of “IASLIC-2017” payable at Varanasi Or by NEFT to A/c No. 50200026310178, HDFC Bank, Trauma Centre Campus, BHU, Varanasi, IFSC Code - HDFC0003945 If paper is submitted then copy of receipt of Rs. 1000/- is to be attached along with the form. Alternatively, online registration is also available at : http://www.iaslic2017.org Delegation Fee: Each registered participant needs to pay delegation fee (For IASLIC members Rs 100/ and non-members Rs. 300/) at the IASLIC counter near the Registration Counter at the venue during registration before receiving seminar kits. IMPORTANT DATES Date of Conference: November 7-9, 2017 Last Date of Submission of Full Paper: August 25, 2017 Acceptance: September 30, 2017 Conference President Prof. A. R. D. Prasad, Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore , Karnataka Director of Thematic Session Prof. H. N. Prasad, Professor & Librarian (BHU), Department of Library and Information Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP Rapporteur General Prof. Durga Shankar Rath, Department of Library & Information Science, Vidyasagar University, Midnapore, West Bengal Joint Organizing Secretary Dr. Navin Upadhyay, Deputy Librarian, IIT (BHU) Library, Varanasi For further details, contact to : Dr. Aditya Tripathi Organizing Secretary & Head Department of Library & Information Science Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi - 221005 Mob: 9450710628 Email: conf@iaslic2017.org, aditya@bhu.ac.in, aditya.tripath@gmail.com Contact @IASLIC, Kolkata Sri Sajal Kanti Goswami General Secretary, IASLIC P 291, CIT Scheme 6M, Kakurgachi, Kolkata – 700054 Contact: 033-23629651 Email: iaslic.india@gmail.com, iaslic.sem@gmail.com -- Dr. Aditya Tripathi Head & Organizing Secretary, IASLIC 2017 Department of Library & Information Science Banaras Hindu University Varanasi-221005 Phone: +91 9450710628 ---------------------------------------------------- 1. 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