KLA Gold Medal to BLISc & MLISc Rank Holders presented

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In order to encourage the students who undergo B.L.I.Sc, M.L.I.Sc Courses, KLA has instituted the ‘KLA Gold Medal Award’ for the students who secure I, Rank in these courses of the Universities in Kerala. Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment Award instituted by Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment for Information Science which consists of a Cash Award and Memento is presented to those students who scored top marks in the Paper “Information and Communication”, of the MLISc Examination of the University of Kerala.

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Mr. C.P.Nair, Former Chief Secretary, Govt. of Kerala presented the KLA Gold Medals and Prof C. A. Augustine-Holy Cross Endowment Awards for the years 2009-20011 and 2010-2012 at a function held on 29 April 2012 at 3.00pm at the DLIS Lecture Hall, University of Kerala. Dr A Gopikuttan, President, KLA preside over where Mr E. Hashim, Treasurer, KLA delivered the welcome address.

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Dr K. P. Vijayakumar, HOD, DLIS, University of Kerala, Smt. P. Suprabha, State Librarian, State Central Library and Smt. L. Saraswathy, Deputy Librarian (I/C), University Library, University of Kerala felicitated the award winners. Shri. S.L.Faisal, General Secretary, KLA proposed vote of thanks.

Shri G. Karthikeyan, Hon’ble Speaker, Kerala Legislative Assembly to present KLA Gold Medal Award and Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment Award

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KLA Gold Medal Award and Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment Award distribution function will be organized at the Lecture Hall, Department of Library and Information Science, University Library Building, Trivandrum at 3.00 pm on 29 April 2013.

Shri. G. Karthikeyan, Hon’ble Speaker, Kerala Legislative Assembly, will inaugurate the function and present the KLA Gold Medals to the First Rank holders of MLISc Degree Courses of the University of Kerala and Calicut University and the BLISc First Rank holders of the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.

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Cash awards and Mementos instituted by Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment for Information Science will also be given away by Shri G. Karthikeyan to those students who scored top marks in the Paper “Information and Communication”, of the MLISc Examination of the University of Kerala.

KLA Gold Medal Awards 2013

University of Kerala

S.No

Year

Name

Institution

01

2009-2011

(MLISc)

Ms Suni S. Nair

 

DLIS, Univ. of Kerala

02

2010-2012

(MLISc)

Ms Aswathi G. S.

DLIS, Univ. of Kerala

Mahatma Gandhi University

01

2009-2010

(BLISc)

Ms Supriya Susan Kurian

S.B. College

Changanassery

02

2010-2011

(BLISc)

Mr Biju Joseph

K.E. College, Mannanam

University of Calicut

01

2009-2011

(MLISc)

Ms Manchu O.

DLIS, Univ. of Calicut

02

2010-2012

(MLISc)

Ms Reshma S. R.

DLIS, Univ. of Calicut

Prof. C. A. Augustine Holy Cross Endowment Awards 2013

S.No

Year

Name

Institution

01

2009-2011

(MLISc)

Ms Suni S. Nair

 

DLIS, Univ. of Kerala

02

2010-2012

(MLISc)

Ms Renuka S.

DLIS, Univ. of Kerala

KLA National Seminar 2013: Registration and First Call for Papers

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Kerala Library Association (KLA) is happy to announce the KLA National Seminar-2013, to be held in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, during 12-13 July 2013. The main theme of the Seminar is “New Information Technology Interfaces in Libraries and Information Centres (NITILIC)”.

MAIN THEME: “New Information Technology Interfaces in Libraries and Information Centres (NITILIC)”

SUB THEMES:

1. Evolving Models of Library and Information Centres in the New Millennium

  • Digital Library
  • Hybrid Library
  • Library as Place
  • Library without Walls
  • Library Commons, Learning Commons, Information Commons
  • Case studies

2. Social Media in Libraries

  • Tools and Technologies
  • Web 2.0
  • Library 2.0
  • Management: Issues and Strategies
  • Best practices
  • Case studies: Academic and Special Libraries

3. Cloud computing and Libraries

  • Cloud Computing: Emerging concepts
  • Tools and Technologies
  • SaaS, PaaS, IaaS for Libraries
  • Management: Issues and Strategies
  • Security Issues
  • Case studies: Academic and Special Libraries

4. Recent Developments in Software applicable to Libraries

  • Digital Library software
  • Content Management Systems
  • Integrated Library Management Systems
  • Federated Search Software
  • Free and Open Source Software/Proprietary Software
  • Web OPACs
  • Reference Management Software
  • Case studies of application

5. E-reading and E-Devices

  • E-publishing models
  • Web-based e-book Management Software
  • Library accessed through Handheld devices
  • Tablets, E-Readers, Smart phones, i-Pads, i-Pods
  • Other e-reading applications
  • Comparison of devices
  • Gesture-based systems
  • E-devices- user perspectives

6. Library Designing in the Digital Era

  • Information Resources for designing buildings
  • Library Designing: Current trends
  • Models: Public, Academic and Special Libraries
  • Sustainable Library (Green Library)
  • Standards for building, furniture and fittings
  • Case studies

7. Human Resource Development in the Digital context

  • Competencies of LIS professionals
  • Soft skills
  • E-content Development in LIS
  • Curriculum Development for LIS Education
  • E-learning programmes
  • Continuing Education Programmes
  • Methods of imparting Training

8. Technology Interfaces for Public Libraries

  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Networking
  • Net based technologies
  • Capacity building
  • Case studies

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?

  • Library and Information Science Professionals;
  • Students and Research scholars;
  • Information Technology Professionals;
  • Academic fraternity in teaching and research;
  • IT service providers, Vendors, Aggregators;
  • Content and Knowledge Managers;
  • Academic Administrators, Policy Planners

CALL FOR PAPERS

The Editorial Committee invites research and technical papers, case studies, technology updates, etc. related to the theme and sub-themes of the Seminar. The paper submitted should have been neither published anywhere nor kept under consideration for publication. All papers will go through a process of review and accepted papers will be allowed to present at different technical sessions. Only a selected number of high quality papers will be published in the Seminar Proceedings. Correspondence will be made with the principal author. The Editorial Committee will have the right to edit the papers. The papers should be submitted in two versions (print and soft copy) as under:

(a) Soft copy as e-mail attachment to: kla.org@gmail.com / klanationalseminar2013@gmail.com

(b) Print version to : The General Convener, KLA National Seminar-2013, Kerala Library Association, 36, II Floor, Kairalie Plaza Annexe, Karamana P.O., Thiruvananthapuram– 695 002, Kerala

TIMELINE FOR PAPER SUBMISSION

Receipt of full paper with Abstract: 05 May 2013

Submission of final version (revised after reviewer’s comments): 31 May 2013
Paper acceptance notification: 05 June 2013
Submission of slide presentation: 01 July 2013
Seminar dates: 12-13 July 2013

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF PAPERS

Abstract along with the full paper need to be submitted for approval to the Editorial Committee by the date announced. The full paper will be reviewed by the reviewers appointed by the Editorial Committee for acceptance/modifications.

The paper may be limited 2500 – 3000 words. All papers should be typed on Microsoft Word using Times New Roman/Arial font with 12 pt. size. Paper size should be A4, Portrait (8.5” * 11”) using 2.0 spacing with margins 1” (top, bottom and right), and 1.5” (left). Headings & sub headings must be in bold font, justified and numbered according to level of heading as below (First Level Heading, 1.1 Second Level Heading, 1.1.1 Third Level Heading). All illustrations, figures, and tables should be placed within the text at the appropriate points, with numbers and captions. Reference/bibliographies may be cited as per APA format prescribed by American-Psychological Association (http://www.apastyle.org)

Title of the paper – title should be concise and expressive of the content; a sub-title may be added if required. The main title should be followed by name, affiliation and address of the author(s) with e-mail ID and contact numbers. All papers must be accompanied by one passport size colour photograph together with a brief CV.

The length of the abstract should not be more than 250-300 words in italics. At least 5 keywords must be given after the abstract t with bold face.

KLA shall have the first publication rights to papers presented at the Seminar. Authors of the selected papers should have to submit a Declaration Form for ‘Copyright Transfer’ and ‘Authorization Note’ for Paper Editing (which may be downloaded from http://klanationalseminar2013.wordpress.com)

BEST PAPER AWARD

One paper will be selected from among the papers presented at the seminar (excluding invited lectures) and given with the “Best paper Award”.

ACCOMMODATION

We are NOT providing accommodation to the delegates. We can however, arrange accommodation, based on specific demands and upon receipt of advance payment. For details visit http://klanationalseminar2013.wordpress.com

REGISTRATION

Individual participants: Rs 1250.00
Institutional participants: Rs 1750.00
Concessional rate for KLA Life Members and Research Scholars in LIS: Rs 1000.00
Students: Rs 750.00

Last date for Registration: 05 July 2013

  • Registration fee is non-refundable.
  • Registration fee entitles the participant for the Seminar kit, lunch, refreshments and dinner. Registration fee does not include accommodation.
  • Registration will be confirmed only after the receipt of the duly completed form and payment in full.
  • Research scholars and students should submit a letter from the Guide/Head of the institution.

Download Registration form: http://klanationalseminar2013.wordpress.com/downloads/registration-form/

ONLINE REGISTRATION

All participants have to register online at http://klanationalseminar2013.wordpress.com along with the submission of the duly filled form and registration fee.

MODE OF PAYMENT

By DD drawn in favour of Kerala Library Association and payable at Thiruvananthapuram or by cash to the General Secretary, KLA.

DD along with the registration form may be sent to the General Convener, KLA National Seminar-2013, Kerala Library Association, 36, 2nd Floor, Kairalie Plaza Annexe, Karamana P.O., Thiruvananthapuram– 695 002, Kerala.

VENUE OF THE SEMINAR

The Seminar Hall at Kerala State Science and Technology Museum and Priyadarsini Planetarium (KSSTMPP), PMG Junction, Vikas Bhavan P.O, Thiruvananthapuram – 33.

Web: www.kstmuseum.com

HOW TO REACH

Kerala State Science and Technology Museum and Priyadarsini Planetarium is situated in the centre of the city near PMG Junction. It is about 4 kms from Thiruvananthapuram Railway Station / KSRTC Central Bus Terminus, and 7 kms from Thiruvananthapuram Airport.

FOR MORE DETAILS AND SEMINAR UPDATES

Seminar Blog: http://klanationalseminar2013.wordpress.com
KLA Website: www.keralalibraryassociation.org

CONTACT

General Convener:                               

Dr. A. Gopikuttan , President, Kerala Library Association (E-Mail : agopikuttan@yahoo.co.in / Mob. 919446428163)

Joint General Conveners:

Shri M. Chandrakumaran Nair, Vice President, Kerala Library Association(E-mail: ckumarnair@gmail.com / Mob: 919447276657)

Shri S. L. Faisal, General Secretary, Kerala Library Association (E-mail: slfaizal@gmail.com/Mob: 919447699724)

Two Day Training cum Workshop on “Koha”, Open Source Library Management Software

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Jointly organised by KLA Ernakulam Region and School of Library and Information Science, Rajagiri College

Date: 7 & 8, March 2013 (Thursday – Friday)

Venue: Rajagiri College School of Social Sciences, Kalamassery, Kochi -683104

About Koha

Koha was created in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New Zealand, and the first installation went live in January 2000. Koha is one of the most versatile, free and open source library automation software package (ILS). The constant development and updating of Koha is sponsored and carried out by various libraries, volunteers, software professionals and support companies across the world.

Koha is a web-based ILS, with a SQL database (MySql preferred) backend with cataloguing data stored in MARC and accessible via Z39.50. The user interface is very configurable and adaptable and has been translated into many languages.

Koha has got most of the features that is expected in an ideal ILS, including:

  • A Full fledged Acquisitions system
  • Circulation and borrower management System
  • Serials control system
  • An effective Cataloguing system
  • Reporting
  • A lot of institutional libraries and public libraries in Kerala have already implemented Koha ILS in their libraries.The entire library system of the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) comprising its University Library and the Department Libraries have migrated to the Koha platform and are carrying out their day- to-day library management operations very smoothly.Who can participate?

    Workshop is intended for Library and Information Science Professionals, Researchers and LIS students.

    Registration is limited to 40 participants on first come first served basis.

    Registration fee:

    Individuals : Rs 1500/-

    Sponsored candidates : Rs 2500/-

    Registration fees shall be paid in the form of demand draft favouring Secretary, Kerala Library Association Ernakulam Region payable at SBT Thrikkakara Kochi -22. Kindly write your name on the reverse of DD.

    The participant should register online, followed by sending the filled in registration form along with the DD to the Organizing Secretary.

    Click here for online Registration

    Download Registration form 

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    Fee includes workshop kit, working lunch and refreshment.

    Last date for registration is 04/03/2013. No spot registration will be available.

    DD should be sent in the following address:

    Organizing Secretary

    Sri. Manuel P J,                                                                  

Assistant Librarian & President, KLA Ernakulam Region              

School of Marine Sciences,                                                      

Lakeside campus,                                                                                  

CUSAT, Kochi –16                                       

Mob: 9496276307 / E-mail: klaern@gmail.com

  • AccommodationAccommodation and dinner will be provided at Rajagiri College of Social Sciences on payment basis. How to reach Venue:

    The Rajagiri College of Social Sciences is about 1 KM away from the South Kalamassery. bus stop along the Aluva – Ernakulam highway.

    By Train: Nearest railway station is Ernakulam South / North if coming from the South Kerala and Aluva if coming from North Kerala.

    For more details contact:

    Convener

    Dr. (Mrs.) M. D. Baby                                                                Professor and Head,School of Library and Information Science,       Rajagiri College of Social Sciences                                   Kalamassery, Kochi -683104:Phone:9995406159