Dear LIS Aspirants, Greetings... I am delighted to share an excellent opportunity to enhance your knowledge and professional skills in Library and Information Science. You are cordially invited to enroll in the Library Automation and Networking MOOC offered through SWAYAM, the Government of India's online learning platform under the Ministry of Education. This 8-week course, offered by Banaras Hindu University (BHU), an Institution of National Importance (INI), is designed to provide learners with a strong foundation in modern library automation, networking technologies, and contemporary library practices. *Course Highlights* - Course Duration: *8 Weeks* - Course Start Date: *August 24, 2026* - Course End Date: *October 12, 2026* - Enrollment Deadline: *August 31, 2026* This course is an excellent opportunity for students, researchers, librarians, and Library and Information Science professionals to strengthen their expertise and stay up to date with current trends in library automation and networking. Register now and begin your learning journey: *https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/e-learning/preview/ini26_lb03* <https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/e-learning/preview/ini26_lb03> I warmly encourage you to take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity. Wishing you a rewarding and successful learning experience! Best Wishes Dr. Gireesh Kumar T. K. Course Instructor and Assistant Professor Department of Library and Information Science Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, INDIA https://www.bhu.ac.in/Site/FacultyProfile/53_100?FA000496 *Recent Book Publication (2025): *Cultural Informatics: Challenges and Prospects <https://www.aracneeditrice.eu/it/pubblicazioni/9791221821246.html>