Monday 30 January 2017

Workshop on Drupal at BDU, Trichy

UGC Sponsored one day International workshop

on

"Content Management System using Drupal"

on 23rd February

at DLIS, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu, India

Organized by Department of Library and Information Science, Bharathidasan University

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP AND ITS OBJECTIVES
 This workshop focuses on Content Management System called Drupal. Drupal is an open source content management system (also known as CMS, WCM or Web Content Management!) makes it easy to create, manage, and publish your digital content to any device, at any time. It’s built, used, and supported by an active and diverse community around the world.
 
 The objectives of the workshop
  • To provide background knowledge on Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • To teach CMS and its applications in Libraries
  • To teach Drupal Installation and Configuration
  • To provide hands on experience for development of Drupal based Library website.

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE WORKSHOP
Participants will learn about the Drupal Architecture and Key functions & Terminologies, Installation and Basic Configuration, Themes and Modules for Library Services and Roles & Backup.
 TARGET GROUP
Library & Information Science Professionals, Students and Research Scholars.
 REGISTRATION FEES
LIS Professionals Rs.300/- (Both National & International)
LIS Students & Scholars (Full-Time) Rs.200/-

Kindly confirm participation by sending a mail to bjeyapragash@gmail.com on or before February 18, 2017 and Registration fee can be paid by Demand Draft in favour of “Organizing Secretary, Drupal Workshop, payable at Trichy. Registration fee includes Workshop Kit, High Tea and Lunch. The workshop maximum participants will be only 40 so the Registration will be on first come first served basis. Please confirm your participation at the earliest. No TA/DA will be paid to the participants. Accommodation for the outstation participants will be arranged at the University Guest House or Nearby hotels on additional payment.

More Details:

Organizing Secretary
Dr.B.Jeyapragash
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Library and Information Science
Bharathidasan University
Tiruchirappalli -24
Mobile :99449-81455
Email: jeyapragash@bdu.ac.in
URL: http://bjeyapragash.webs.com


Friday 27 January 2017

Seminar

   
                                         FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (FDDI)

                                                                                                And

                                                            ASIAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATIONS (ASIALA)

                                                   Calls for Papers and Participation in the National Seminar

                                    From Print to Digital: Managing Libraries In Neo-Information Environment

                                                                        Saturday, March 25, 2017 
                                                                                            Venue:
                                     FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE CAMPUS, NOIDA

Objectives of the Seminar:
To understand the concept of the digital library as an interface of user service  which will serve as a larger intellectual construct within which to explore the related concepts of scholarly communication, digital preservation, cyber infrastructure, representation, and information technology standards.
Specify the critical skills required to build and maintain digital libraries as resource centre for teaching, learning & Research
Discuss, debate and develop strategies to make Digital libraries as Skill Building Centres in the future;
To delve into the issue of how libraries can sensitize the user community towards the appropriate use of information through training, research and capacity building programmes.

Important Dates:
             
Conference Dates       :  March  25, 2017        Submission of Papers         : March 10, 2017
Acceptance of Papers :  March  15, 2017                     Last Date of Registration :March 15, 2017

Conference Organising Secretary: Dr. Riyazuddin, Librarian, FDDI, A10/A, Sector-24, Noida-201301.  Email: asianlibraryassociation@gmail.com
Program Director:  Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, General Secretary, Asian Library Association & Director, Library (NRC), National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)  Mobile  +91-9868335593 Email: asianlibraryassociation@gmail.com

Call for papers

CALL FOR PAPERS
Edited Book titled
“Modern Library Services: Shifting from Print to Virtual”

Editors
Dr. B.G. Mukhyadal
Dr. Shashank S. Sonwane
Rahul B. Khandare
 
Publisher – Ess Ess Publications, New Delhi
 
Dear LIS Professionals,
We feel immense pleasure to inform you that we are going to publish an Edited Book on “Modern Library Services: Shifting from Print to Virtual" from the reputed publisher in LIS (Ess Ess Publication, New Delhi) with ISBN. Your contribution in the aforesaid edited book will be admirable. We take this opportunity to extend our invitation for your contribution via. original research articles/surveys/case studies, emerging technology in library services related to theme & sub theme for the publication. Recommended topics include, but are not limited to the following Modern Library services in LIS field. 

Sub-Themes

1) Impact of Social Media on Library 
2) Managing Library Users in the Digital Age 
3) Re-engineering of Library Services 
4) Library Automation/Digitization 
5) Marketing of library services using ICT 
6) Role of Librarians in Changing Era 
7) Cloud Computing 
8) Web 2.0/Web 3.0 
9) Library 2.0/Library 3.0 
10) National Digital Library 
11) Open Educational Resources 
12) Open Source Software 
13) Copyright/Plagiarism 
14) Open Access Resources 
15) Library Resource Sharing, Networking and Consortia 
16) Electronic Resources 
17) E-Learning and role of Libraries 
18) Digital/Institutional Repositories 
19) Web-based Library Services 
20) Library Portals/Website 
21) Digital Literacy 
22) ICT in Library Services 
23) Soft Skills for LIS Professionals 
24) Google Scholar 
25) Knowledge Management/Sharing in Digital Era 
26) Bar code Technology 
27) Library Blog 
28) Information Security 
29) Skill, Competencies required to Librarians in Present Scenario 
30) Traditional and Recent Library Services

Guidelines for Paper Submission
Papers should include name of the author, designation, affiliation, e-mail, Contact No., title of the article with a signed copyright declaration that the theme is of his own, and the paper has not been published anywhere. Papers should be submitted electronically in MS-Word format A4 Size paper in Times New Roman 12 size font, 1 Line spacing, using APA referencing Style for Citations/References/Bibliography as e-mail “attachment”. 

E-mail address for paper submission:
bgmukhyadal@gmail.com 
rahulkhandare39@yahoo.in

Publication Fees - Rs. 700/- only (including postage charges)

Important Dates
·       Last Date of Paper Submission: 01 March 2017 
·       Notification of Acceptance: 10 March 2017 
·       Final Deadline for Publication Fee: 15 March 2017 
·       Tentative Date of Book Publication: June 2017 

Note:- Only selected Articles will be published. Selection will be done after Review Process.

Wednesday 25 January 2017

International Conference at Bharathidasan University

 International Conference on

 "Knowledge Resources and Library Technologies" 

February 24-25, 2017

organized by

Department of Library and Information Science, Bharathidasan University


Accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with ISBN.
A few of the selected and extended papers will be published in
peer-reviewed/ referred and Indexed Journals. Papers can be e-mail to
Organizing Secretary at ickrelt2017@gmail.com


For details please visit the conference website:
https://ickrelt2017conference. wordpress.com/


*Important Dates*

Conference Dates   24-25, February 2017

Last Date of Submission Full Paper      15, February 2017

*Registration *

*Registration Type*

*LIS Professionals - India                    Rs. 1500/-*

*SAARC Participants                                       $75*

*Overseas participants                                   $100*

*Students                                                     Rs. 750/-*

*(only MLIS, M.Phil., Ph.D  Regular Scholar)*

*Last Date for Registration*

The last date for registration is 20th February 2017


Sunday 22 January 2017

Trainees at Wipro Technolgies

Wipro Technologies

Position: Library Trainee at Wipro Technologies required at Bangalore location.

Eligibility criteria - Professionals with 1+ year of experience can apply.

Desired Qualification: MLISc with any Bachelor's Degree; Good communication skill and proficient in basic computer knowledge.

Salary: As per the industry standard.

Type: On contract and could be extended further based on performance.


Please send your resume to: informationservices.division@ wipro.com<mailto:informationse rvices.division@wipro.com>

IFLA World Library and Information Congress

IFLA World Library and Information Congress
83rd IFLA General Conference and Assembly
19–25 August 2017, WrocÅ‚aw, Poland
Call for Papers: Open Session
Agricultural Libraries Special Interest Group
Theme:
"Agricultural Libraries and Information Services in attaining UN Sustainable Development Goals with Special Reference to Women in Agriculture"
Papers are invited to be presented at the Open Session of the Agricultural Libraries Special Interest Group to be held during the IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) and 83rd IFLA General Conference and Assembly at Wroclaw, Poland from 19-25 August 2017.
Of the Seventeen Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations, the first four goals – No poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health and Quality Education can be said as the core and foundations of other SD goals. Agriculture is the backbone of these core goals.
The topics to be addressed include:
  • How do agricultural libraries in the country/region cater to the information needs of farmers in advancing agricultural production?
  • What strategies are being adopted by extension service providers to meet the information needs of farmers in the region/country?
  • How do university/institute libraries serve extension personnel in keeping them abreast of latest developments in agriculture?
  • What role is being played by international organizations in facilitating transfer of agriculture information to farmers in the region/country?
  • What is the role of women in agriculture in attaining the Sustainable development goals of the United Nations?
Proposal must focus on one of the topics mentioned above, based on facts rather than theoretical aspects.
Submission Guidelines
Proposal abstract (about 1000 words) must be submitted by 20 February 2017 on any of the topics listed, with the topic to be discussed clearly identified.
Submission is to include author’s name, position, institution, and email address.
Important dates
20 February 2017: Deadline for submitting abstract
20 March 2017: Notification of acceptance of the proposal
20 May 2017: Deadline for submission of final paper, no more than 3,000 words. Papers can be submitted in any of the official IFLA languages: Arabic, Chinese, Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Russian, but an accompanying translation of all papers into English must be provided.
Submissions
All proposals must be sent to:
Dr. Ajay P. Singh, Convener, Agricultural Libraries SIG
Former Head, Department of Library & Information Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
Emailapsingh_73@yahoo.co.in
All proposal abstracts must be received by 20 February 2017.
Proposals will be examined and reviewed by members of the Proposal Review Committee of Agricultural Libraries SIG.
Please note
At least one of the paper’s authors must be present to deliver a summary of the paper during the program in WrocÅ‚aw, Poland. Abstracts should only be submitted with the understanding that the expenses of attending the conference will be the responsibility of the author(s)/presenter(s) of accepted papers.
All expenses, including registration for the conference, travel, accommodation etc., are the responsibility of the authors/presenters. No financial support can be provided by IFLA, but a special invitation letter can be issued to authors.
 Dr Ajay P Singh 
Former Head
Department of Library and Information Science
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) 
Varanasi  (INDIA)
Convener, Agricultural Libraries SIG & Member, Standing Committee, Science & Technology Libraries
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
The Hague (Netherlands) Mobile: +919415502802

Thursday 19 January 2017

Librarian Vacancy at NIT Karnataka

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KARNATAKA, SURATHKAL
MANGALURU-575 025, KARNATAKA
Ph:0824-2474000-2474023 Fax: 91-824-2474033
Website: http://www.nitk.ac.in
No:5213/NITK/Estt.-Advt./2017/B1
Date: January 16, 2017
RECRUITMENT FOR OFFICER CADRE POSITIONS

Online applications in the prescribed format are invited from Indian Nationals for recruitment to the Officer Cadre Positions (Librarian, Medical Officer, Executive Engineer, Assistant Registrar) at NITK Surathkal. Qualification, Experience, Pay Band, etc., in detail are available in the Institute Website: www.nitk.ac.in. Reservation will be as per Central Govt. norms.
Conditions:
1. Printout of the filled application form duly signed along with all self attested documents viz. Certificate/Mark sheet /Testimonials should reach to the office of the Registrar, N.I.T.K. Surathkal on or before February 16, 2017 (Thursday) by 5.30 p.m.
2. Earlier notification No:5213/NITK/Estt.-Advt./2015/B1 dated November 12, 2015 stands cancelled. Those who have applied against the said notification need to apply again.

Information courtesy: lislinks

Wednesday 18 January 2017

Seminar at Kaliwas

One Day National Seminar on 

“Role of Library Professional in Digital Environment”  

on 4 March 2017 (Saturday) 

at Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Kaliwas, 

New Highway Nathdwara Udaipur, Rajsamand 313202 Rajasthan.


  
 Theme of the Seminar: Role of Library Professional in Digital Environment
 Sub-themes:
·         Collection Development Tools in Digital Environment
·         Social Media & Multimedia Services;
·         Wi-Fi, Remote Access;
·         Design and Development of Library Services;
·         Best Practices; IQAC & NAAC Practices;
·      Inspiring Library Services; User education, Usage of  Library Resources;
·         Information design; Digital Resources;
·         Emerging Technologies and ICT age
·         Role of Library Professional in Social Change
 CALL FOR PAPERS
Contributors can send their original research papers, case studies and results of surveys on any of the sub-themes mentioned above or any other theme relevant to the main theme of the Conference. Accepted papers  will be published in the proceedings with ISBN. Registration of author is mandatory and every paper will be included after the Registration fee is paid. Papers should be sent to email: drrajkumarjjn@gmail. com on or before 10 February 2017
Accommodation will be available on paid basis on prior information.
 Dr Rajkumar Bhakar
Organizing Secretary,
 +917891512999, drrajkumarjjn@ gmail.com
Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, 
Kaliwas, New Highway Nathdwara Udaipur,
 Rajsamand 313202 Rajasthan
 

Tuesday 17 January 2017

UGC approved LIS Journals


Information Courtesy: SUMIT RANJAN

Seminar at JNU


One Day International Seminar on

New and Innovative library & information services

Date: February 22, 2017 at 09:00 A.M

Venue: Auditorium-I, Convention Centre, JNU

Supported by

International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) – 

Regional Standing Committee for Asia and Oceania (RSCAO) 2017

and

Association of Media Libraries and Archives (AMLA)

 

 
Registration
The seminar is open to all Library and Information Science professionals. The academicians/researchers interested in modern libraries and librarianship may also attend. There is no registration fee. Registration is restricted to only 300 participants on "first-cum-first served basis". 
Registration is mandatory. Only 300 participants on first-cum-first served basis will be registered. Please use the below link for registration:  https://www.signupforms.com/registrations/9274
For any further information please feel free to contact:
Dr. Ramesh C Gaur
University Librarian, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU),
Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551; Fax : +91-11-26741603
 

Saturday 7 January 2017

Library Asst. at CMR Engineering College, Hyd

CMR Engineering College, HYD


2 Library Asst. required for CMR Engineering College.

Qualifications:BLISc/MLISc, 1-2 yrs. experience required/freshers can also apply.

Send your resumes or contact.

Thanks & Regards,

DODLE RAJESHWAR,
Librarian,
CMREC,
Hyderabad.
9550007382


Library Asst. at AADC, Golabandha

Army Air Defence College, Golabandha, Odisha


Name of the post: Library Assistant (Group C)
No. of post : 01(UR)
Educational Qualification: Candidates should possess Degree and Degree in Library Science from a recognised University or Institution or equivalent.
For more details:
Army-Air-Defence-College-Odisha-Library-Assitant-Posts.pdf

JKPSC-67 Librarian Posts


Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission

67 Librarian Posts

Applications through online mode are invited from the permanent residents of Jammu & Kashmir State possessing the prescribed academic/professional qualifications and age for the posts of Librarian and Physical Training Instructor in Higher Education Department of the State as per the category-wise break-up tabulated below:
The Commission has developed an online Application Form for the Direct Recruitment posts. The Application Form together with instructions for filling up the Application Forms will be available at the website (http://www.jkpsc.nic.in) of the Commission from 15.12.2016.
Candidates are advised to go through the instructions and all the eligibility conditions prescribed for the post before filing the online Application Form. Last date for filing of online Application complete in all respects is 15.01.2017.
Last date for submission of fee /bank challan is 20.01.2017. Date for determining the eligibility of all candidates in every respect shall be the prescribed closing date for submission of online recruitment application.
The applicants are advised to fill in all their particulars in the online recruitment application carefully as submission of wrong information my lead to rejection of online application form. All applicants must fulfil the essential requirements of the post and other conditions stipulated in the advertisement in terms of eligibility.
They are also advised to satisfy themselves before filing online application that they possess at least the essential qualifications prescribed for post(s).
The Commission shall not entertain any enquiry regarding the eligibility.
The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for interview.
Candidates are required to submit to the Commission either by post or by hand the printout of their online application along with all other documents.
The Commission will not be responsible for any postal/courier delays after the above prescribed last date. The last date for which shall be 20.01.2017 Pay Scale - The posts carry the pay scale of Rs.15600-39100+AGP Rs.6000.
For more information log on to http://jkpsc.nic.in/pdf/NOTIFICATION_18_PTI_LIB_HR_EDU.pdf

Workshop

Vidya Prasarak Mandal’s Maharashi Parshuram College of Engineering, Velneshwar, is organizing *3 days
National Workshop on “Bibliometrics, Scientometrics and Webometrics” from 15th February to 17th February 2017.
 
*For more details*:-

http://www.vpmmpcoe.org/library/Broucher%20of%20National%20Workshop.pdf

*Workshop fee Details :-( Without Accommodation):-*

*Registration Fee: - Rs.700/-*

*Lunch for three days: - Rs. 400/-*

*Breakfast for three days: - Rs.100/-*

*Stationary (book, CD, Research Articles etc.):- Rs. 300/-*

*Total Fee of the workshop without Accommodation: - Rs. 1500/- *

*Workshop fee Details :-( With Accommodation)*

*Registration Fee: - Rs.700/-*

*Lunch for three days: - Rs. 400/-*

*Breakfast for three days: - Rs.100/-*

*Dinner for three days: - Rs. 600/-*

*Accommodation Charges (Three days and Four night stay): - Rs.2000/-*

*Stationary (book, CD, Research Articles etc.):- Rs. 300/-*

*Visits:- Rs. 100/-*

*Total Fee of the workshop with Accommodation: - Rs.4200/-*

*(Note: - **In the month of January also the fee remain same**)*

*How to reach**:-*

Nearest Railway from college is Chiplun. (50km from Velneshwar)

Chiplun station is one of the major stations on konkan railway. It is
between Mumbai and Goa. The distance from Mumbai is 240km. The distance
from Goa is 300km.

Bus transport is available from Chiplun to Velneshwar.

Bus is available at 8:00 am on 15th February 2017. Starting point of bus
will be Chiplun Bus Stand. (Please note this while planning to come).

Hope for positive communication.