The American Institute of Physics is providing 2 generous travel grants for two students traveling to ER&L in Austin. The travel grant includes (1) Full conference registration, (2) air travel costs, and (3) Hotel accommodations totaling up to $1500 per winner. 2011 Student Travel Grant Applications are being accepted now and will be adjudicated by an ER&L volunteer committee.
Application Requirements: This grant is open to currently enrolled students wishing to attend ER&L 2011. Student applicants will be required to supply contact information as well as to answer a questions related to how access to ER&L can assist the applicant in achieving professional and academic goals.
Deadline: Applications are being accepted through Wednesday, February 2, 2011. Winning applicant names will be posted to the website no later than Monday, February 7, 2011.
Regular Registration Rates Still Available
Regular registration rates are still available for the ER&L 2011 conference through 10 February 2011. Please hurry and register as the conference hotel is already fully booked! http://www.electroniclibrarian.com/conference-info/registration
Sign-Up for a Pre-Conference
There are four wonderful pre-conferences being offered as part of this year’s conference and you cannot beat the cost of $150 for these sessions. Here are the brief descriptions of these offerings:
Ready for Research?: A Practical Guide for Designing Your Assessment Project
Rachel Fleming-May , School of Information Sciences, The University of Tennessee Pre-Conference Workshop Sunday, February 27, 8am-12pm
This pre-conference will provide participants with the foundation necessary for developing effective assessment projects, including guidance related to determining assessment priorities, identifying appropriate data types and sources, and analyzing and summing up findings. The pre-conference will be highly participatory; participants should come with specific research ideas and can expect to leave with the outline of a solid plan for designing and conducting a research project.
Preparing for Electronic Resources Management (ERM) Software
Joe Holtermann, Minnesota State University – Mankato
Pre-Conference Workshop Sunday, February 27, 8am-12pm
Is your library planning to implement electronic resources management software soon? Are you “getting organized” and reviewing your electronic resources processes? This workshop will focus on planning and preparing for ERM software, with emphasis on small to medium sized libraries who have not yet implemented an ERM product.
The session will emphasize the importance of planning and preparation in several important areas: a) workflows, b) licensing, c) access details, and d) usage statistics. We will also consider the inter-relationship between ERM software and other common library tools, such as an integrated library system and a link resolver.
Data Clean-Up Workshop
Margaret Hogarth, University of California, Riverside Libraries
Pre-Conference Workshop Sunday, February 27, 1-5pm
Moving data about library resources among systems often engenders data clean-up processes. What’s the best way to clean up data? Which tools and skills can non-programmers use? Learn and practice techniques to clean up data problems common to libraries in this hands-on workshop. Discuss data normalization, strategies for coping with missing data, and the use of macros.
Effective E-Resource Management with CORAL
Robin Malott, Ben Heet, Tanya Prokrym & Andy Langhurst, University of Notre Dame
Pre-Conference Workshop Sunday, February 27, 1-5pm
Participate in a half day preconference for an in-depth overview and discussion of the University of Notre Dame’s open source ERM system, CORAL. This session is designed for libraries that are currently seeking an ERM solution as well as those who have already implemented CORAL.
It will include in-depth overview and analysis of each of the four released modules of CORAL. Agenda will include live demonstrations of each of the modules including Resources, Licensing, Organizations and Usage Statistics. We will discuss best practices for each module as well as implementation options. Participants will learn about the future plans for CORAL and our desire to build a community of adopters around the product. During the session participants will be encouraged to ask any questions of the CORAL developers and members of the core implementation team at Notre Dame.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Travel grant - SLA Conference
PAM Travel Stipend for SLA Conference – deadline extended to Feb. 10, 2011
Are you planning to attend the Annual Special Library Association (SLA) conference in Philadelphia, PA in June? Do you have less than 3 years of professional library experience? Do you work in a library focusing on one or more of the PAM disciplines (physics, astronomy, mathematics, or computer science) or act as a library’s subject specialist for one or more of these disciplines?
Don’t hesitate and apply yourself or encourage your new librarian to apply for one of the four travel stipends $1,000 each sponsored by IOP Publishing! The deadline has been extended to February 10, 2011.
For more information visit http://slablogger.typepad.com/sla_blog/2011/01/pam-travel-stipend-for-attending-sla-conference.html
Are you planning to attend the Annual Special Library Association (SLA) conference in Philadelphia, PA in June? Do you have less than 3 years of professional library experience? Do you work in a library focusing on one or more of the PAM disciplines (physics, astronomy, mathematics, or computer science) or act as a library’s subject specialist for one or more of these disciplines?
Don’t hesitate and apply yourself or encourage your new librarian to apply for one of the four travel stipends $1,000 each sponsored by IOP Publishing! The deadline has been extended to February 10, 2011.
For more information visit http://slablogger.typepad.com/sla_blog/2011/01/pam-travel-stipend-for-attending-sla-conference.html
Award - The James P. Danky Fellowship
The James P. Danky Fellowship for 2011
In honor of James P. Danky’s long service to print culture scholarship, the Center for the History of Print Culture in Modern America, in conjunction with the Wisconsin Historical Society, is again offering its annual short-term research fellowship.
The Danky Fellowship provides $1000 in funds for one individual planning a trip to carry out research using the collections of the Wisconsin Historical Society (please see details of the collections at http://www.wisconsinhistory.org). Grant money may be used for travel to the WHS, costs of copying pertinent archival resources, and living expenses while pursuing research here. If in residence during the semester, the recipient will be expected to give a presentation as part of the colloquium series of the Center for the History of Print Culture in Modern America (http://slisweb.lis.wisc.edu/~printcul/).
Preference will be given to:
• proposals undertaking research in print culture history
• researchers from outside Madison
• research likely to lead to publication
Prior to applying it is strongly suggested that applicants contact the Wisconsin Historical Society Reference Archivist (phone: 608-264-6460; email: askarchives@wisconsinhistory.org) to discuss the relevancy of WHS collections to their projects. Historical Society and Center for Print Culture staff may be able to identify potential collections of which you may not otherwise be aware.
There is no application form. Applicants must submit:
1) A cover sheet with name, telephone, permanent address and e-mail, current employer/affiliation, title of project, and proposed dates of residency.
2) A letter of two single-spaced pages maximum describing the project and its relation to specifically cited collections at the society and to previous work on the same theme, and describing the projected outcome of the work, including publication plans. If residents of the Madison area are applying, they must explain their financial need for the stipend.
3) Curriculum vitae.
4) Two confidential letters of reference. Graduate students must include their thesis advisor.
Applications are due by May 1st. The recipient will be notified by May 31st.
Please *mail* applications to:
Stephen Paling
Assistant Professor
School of Library and Information Studies
4251 Helen C. White Hall
600 N. Park St.
Madison, WI 53706-1403
Phone: (608) 263-2944
Fax: (608) 263-4849
paling@wisc.edu / via nmrt-l
In honor of James P. Danky’s long service to print culture scholarship, the Center for the History of Print Culture in Modern America, in conjunction with the Wisconsin Historical Society, is again offering its annual short-term research fellowship.
The Danky Fellowship provides $1000 in funds for one individual planning a trip to carry out research using the collections of the Wisconsin Historical Society (please see details of the collections at http://www.wisconsinhistory.org). Grant money may be used for travel to the WHS, costs of copying pertinent archival resources, and living expenses while pursuing research here. If in residence during the semester, the recipient will be expected to give a presentation as part of the colloquium series of the Center for the History of Print Culture in Modern America (http://slisweb.lis.wisc.edu/~printcul/).
Preference will be given to:
• proposals undertaking research in print culture history
• researchers from outside Madison
• research likely to lead to publication
Prior to applying it is strongly suggested that applicants contact the Wisconsin Historical Society Reference Archivist (phone: 608-264-6460; email: askarchives@wisconsinhistory.org) to discuss the relevancy of WHS collections to their projects. Historical Society and Center for Print Culture staff may be able to identify potential collections of which you may not otherwise be aware.
There is no application form. Applicants must submit:
1) A cover sheet with name, telephone, permanent address and e-mail, current employer/affiliation, title of project, and proposed dates of residency.
2) A letter of two single-spaced pages maximum describing the project and its relation to specifically cited collections at the society and to previous work on the same theme, and describing the projected outcome of the work, including publication plans. If residents of the Madison area are applying, they must explain their financial need for the stipend.
3) Curriculum vitae.
4) Two confidential letters of reference. Graduate students must include their thesis advisor.
Applications are due by May 1st. The recipient will be notified by May 31st.
Please *mail* applications to:
Stephen Paling
Assistant Professor
School of Library and Information Studies
4251 Helen C. White Hall
600 N. Park St.
Madison, WI 53706-1403
Phone: (608) 263-2944
Fax: (608) 263-4849
paling@wisc.edu / via nmrt-l
Call for Papers: War of 1812
Call for Papers: War of 1812.
To coincide with the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, submissions are being sought for the July-December 2011 and the January-June 2012 issues of Library and Archival Security, on the curation of materials related to the war, on the destruction of collections and facilities during the war, and on subsequent disaster recovery efforts.
Possible topics include: damage and recovery at the Library of Congress associated with the Burning of Washington in 1814, or of records in Upper Canada damaged during the Battle of York in 1813; accounts of the preservation & digitization of unique local history materials relating to 1812-15, etc.
Now in its 25th volume year, Library and Archival Security is a peer-reviewed publication of Taylor and Francis, appearing under the Routledge imprint. For further information and submission guidelines, please visit the Web site, or contact the Editor at the addresses below.
—
Christopher Brown-Syed PhD
Christopher.Brown-Syed@senecac.on.ca
Skype: cbrownsyed
Editor, Library and Archival Security http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/01960075.asp
To coincide with the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, submissions are being sought for the July-December 2011 and the January-June 2012 issues of Library and Archival Security, on the curation of materials related to the war, on the destruction of collections and facilities during the war, and on subsequent disaster recovery efforts.
Possible topics include: damage and recovery at the Library of Congress associated with the Burning of Washington in 1814, or of records in Upper Canada damaged during the Battle of York in 1813; accounts of the preservation & digitization of unique local history materials relating to 1812-15, etc.
Now in its 25th volume year, Library and Archival Security is a peer-reviewed publication of Taylor and Francis, appearing under the Routledge imprint. For further information and submission guidelines, please visit the Web site, or contact the Editor at the addresses below.
—
Christopher Brown-Syed PhD
Christopher.Brown-Syed@senecac.on.ca
Skype: cbrownsyed
Editor, Library and Archival Security http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/01960075.asp
CFP - New Review of Children’s Literature and Librarianship
Call for Papers
New Review of Children’s Literature and Librarianship
Editor: Dr Sally Maynard, Lecturer, Department of Information Science, Loughborough University.
The editor is currently seeking articles for the next edition of the New Review of Children’s Literature and Librarianship.
This is an international journal designed to explore the range of issues of current concern to those working in the field of children’s literature and librarianship around the world, including:
* critical assessments of children’s and adolescent literature
* the management of library services to children and adolescents
* education issues affecting library services
* Information Technology
* user education and the promotion of services
* staff education and training
* collection development and management
* book and media selection
* research in literature and library services for children and adolescents
The editor will be pleased to consider for publication original manuscripts which deal with any of this broad range of themes. Papers should not have been published previously, or been submitted elsewhere simultaneously. Papers presented at conferences may be considered if they are unlikely to be published in a conference proceedings volume.
Further details of the journal and instructions for authors can be accessed here
The journal is refereed by members of the editorial board – a group of internationally distinguished academics and professionals working in the areas of children’s literature and children’s and schools librarianship.
The deadline for papers is Friday 4th March 2011 (this is negotiable, however).
Manuscripts should be sent electronically to Sally Maynard at: s.e.maynard@lboro.ac.uk
New Review of Children’s Literature and Librarianship
Editor: Dr Sally Maynard, Lecturer, Department of Information Science, Loughborough University.
The editor is currently seeking articles for the next edition of the New Review of Children’s Literature and Librarianship.
This is an international journal designed to explore the range of issues of current concern to those working in the field of children’s literature and librarianship around the world, including:
* critical assessments of children’s and adolescent literature
* the management of library services to children and adolescents
* education issues affecting library services
* Information Technology
* user education and the promotion of services
* staff education and training
* collection development and management
* book and media selection
* research in literature and library services for children and adolescents
The editor will be pleased to consider for publication original manuscripts which deal with any of this broad range of themes. Papers should not have been published previously, or been submitted elsewhere simultaneously. Papers presented at conferences may be considered if they are unlikely to be published in a conference proceedings volume.
Further details of the journal and instructions for authors can be accessed here
The journal is refereed by members of the editorial board – a group of internationally distinguished academics and professionals working in the areas of children’s literature and children’s and schools librarianship.
The deadline for papers is Friday 4th March 2011 (this is negotiable, however).
Manuscripts should be sent electronically to Sally Maynard at: s.e.maynard@lboro.ac.uk
CFP - Planning and Implementing Resource Discovery Tools in Academic Libraries
CALL FOR CHAPTER PROPOSALS: Planning and Implementing Resource Discovery Tools in Academic Libraries
Proposal Submission Deadline: February 28, 2011
Planning and Implementing Resource Discovery Tools in Academic Libraries
A book edited by Mary Popp and Diane Dallis
Indiana University Libraries Bloomington, IN U.S.A.
To be published by IGI Global:
http://igi-global.com/AuthorsEditors/AuthorEditorResources/CallForBookChapters/CallForChapterDetails.aspx?CallForContentId=4404826d-730e-4ae5-8b71-6ff92792f062
Introduction:
The concept of “resource discovery” has many meanings. Only now is it beginning to be defined as a description for library research software that allows a library user to search multiple Web-based resources simultaneously and bring back usable search results beginning to be refined. The mission of this book is to provide librarians and administrators with information they can use to evaluate and implement a resource discovery product—to determine how well such software can meet the needs of their users, to make a product choice based on their local needs, to develop plans for implementation, to implement the software and integrate it into the research lives of users, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the software in their own environments.
Resource discovery tools have become more mainstream resources. As librarians work to find, purchase and implement such products as EBSCO Discovery Service, Encore, Primo, and Summon as well as open source tools they need to develop structured procedures for review and implementation that ensure they are using funds wisely. To date, very little has been published on this topic and only a small number of conference programs and presentations have been scheduled or given. There is an immediate need for information and shared ideas.
Objective of the Book:
We have the following objectives for this book:
• Propose a working definition of “resource discovery” that can be used in professional discussions about resource discovery products.
• Identify user behaviors based on empirical research that lead to a need for “resource discovery.”
• Identify best practices for selecting a discovery tool.
• Identify best practices for setting up a discovery tool and making it available to users.
• Locate and share usability test results for resource discovery and related tools and their implementation into library products and services.
• Present representative examples of the implementation of discovery tools.
• Identify areas of concern in use of a resource discovery tool and suggest future enhancements.
Target Audience:
The primary audience for this book is composed of librarians and library administrators in academic libraries, both large and small. Librarians who are interested in providing resources for users to find the information they need, who maintain library Web sites and catalogs, or provide library instruction to students, faculty and staff in colleges and universities will find the overview information useful. Library administrators who must set priorities and find funding for new resources will be able to use the book to help them plan their review of the marketplace, selection of an appropriate tool, and implementation of that tool.
Recommended topics include but are not limited to, the following:
-User behavior and expectations for library web sites and finding tools
-How the digital consumer experience influences online research
-What libraries have learned from federated search
-How college students, faculty members, or other researchers find information
-Selecting a discovery tool
-Integrating local digital collections and non-mainstream resources into discovery tools
-User testing and user-centered design in implementing discovery solutions
-Issues in implementing a discovery tool
-Representative examples of discovery tools in use including product choice, user input, setting up the discovery tool, and lessons learned
-Areas of concern in use of the discovery tool
Submission Procedure
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before February 28, 2011, a 2-3 page chapter proposal clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. The proposal should summarize the proposed contents of the paper and provide a draft outline of major points to be included.
Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by March 28, 2011 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by June 30, 2011. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.
Publisher
This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), publisher of the “Information Science Reference” (formerly Idea Group Reference), “Medical Information Science Reference,” “Business Science Reference,” and “Engineering Science Reference” imprints. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2012.
Important Dates
February 28, 2011: Proposal Submission Deadline
March 28, 2011: Notification of Acceptance
June 30, 2011: Full Chapter Submission
August 30, 2011: Review Results Returned
September 30, 2011: Final Chapter Submission
October 30, 2011: Final Deadline
Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document or PDF):
Diane Dallis and Mary Popp
Indiana University Libraries
1320 East 10th Street
Bloomington, IN 47405
E-mail: ResDiscBook@gmail.com
Proposal Submission Deadline: February 28, 2011
Planning and Implementing Resource Discovery Tools in Academic Libraries
A book edited by Mary Popp and Diane Dallis
Indiana University Libraries Bloomington, IN U.S.A.
To be published by IGI Global:
http://igi-global.com/AuthorsEditors/AuthorEditorResources/CallForBookChapters/CallForChapterDetails.aspx?CallForContentId=4404826d-730e-4ae5-8b71-6ff92792f062
Introduction:
The concept of “resource discovery” has many meanings. Only now is it beginning to be defined as a description for library research software that allows a library user to search multiple Web-based resources simultaneously and bring back usable search results beginning to be refined. The mission of this book is to provide librarians and administrators with information they can use to evaluate and implement a resource discovery product—to determine how well such software can meet the needs of their users, to make a product choice based on their local needs, to develop plans for implementation, to implement the software and integrate it into the research lives of users, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the software in their own environments.
Resource discovery tools have become more mainstream resources. As librarians work to find, purchase and implement such products as EBSCO Discovery Service, Encore, Primo, and Summon as well as open source tools they need to develop structured procedures for review and implementation that ensure they are using funds wisely. To date, very little has been published on this topic and only a small number of conference programs and presentations have been scheduled or given. There is an immediate need for information and shared ideas.
Objective of the Book:
We have the following objectives for this book:
• Propose a working definition of “resource discovery” that can be used in professional discussions about resource discovery products.
• Identify user behaviors based on empirical research that lead to a need for “resource discovery.”
• Identify best practices for selecting a discovery tool.
• Identify best practices for setting up a discovery tool and making it available to users.
• Locate and share usability test results for resource discovery and related tools and their implementation into library products and services.
• Present representative examples of the implementation of discovery tools.
• Identify areas of concern in use of a resource discovery tool and suggest future enhancements.
Target Audience:
The primary audience for this book is composed of librarians and library administrators in academic libraries, both large and small. Librarians who are interested in providing resources for users to find the information they need, who maintain library Web sites and catalogs, or provide library instruction to students, faculty and staff in colleges and universities will find the overview information useful. Library administrators who must set priorities and find funding for new resources will be able to use the book to help them plan their review of the marketplace, selection of an appropriate tool, and implementation of that tool.
Recommended topics include but are not limited to, the following:
-User behavior and expectations for library web sites and finding tools
-How the digital consumer experience influences online research
-What libraries have learned from federated search
-How college students, faculty members, or other researchers find information
-Selecting a discovery tool
-Integrating local digital collections and non-mainstream resources into discovery tools
-User testing and user-centered design in implementing discovery solutions
-Issues in implementing a discovery tool
-Representative examples of discovery tools in use including product choice, user input, setting up the discovery tool, and lessons learned
-Areas of concern in use of the discovery tool
Submission Procedure
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before February 28, 2011, a 2-3 page chapter proposal clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. The proposal should summarize the proposed contents of the paper and provide a draft outline of major points to be included.
Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by March 28, 2011 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by June 30, 2011. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.
Publisher
This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), publisher of the “Information Science Reference” (formerly Idea Group Reference), “Medical Information Science Reference,” “Business Science Reference,” and “Engineering Science Reference” imprints. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2012.
Important Dates
February 28, 2011: Proposal Submission Deadline
March 28, 2011: Notification of Acceptance
June 30, 2011: Full Chapter Submission
August 30, 2011: Review Results Returned
September 30, 2011: Final Chapter Submission
October 30, 2011: Final Deadline
Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document or PDF):
Diane Dallis and Mary Popp
Indiana University Libraries
1320 East 10th Street
Bloomington, IN 47405
E-mail: ResDiscBook@gmail.com
Call for Papers : Practical Academic Librarianship
Call for Papers for Practical Academic Librarianship: The International Journal of the SLA Academic Division
URL: https://journals.tdl.org/pal/index
Practical Academic Librarianship (PAL) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal for all academic librarians and information professionals serving academic departments or affiliated institutions including centers, institutes, specialized collections, and special units within or related toacademic units. Well-written manuscripts that are of interest to these communities will be considered, including: implementation of new initiatives and best practices; original and significant research findings with practical applications; analysis of issues and trends; descriptive narratives of successful and unsuccessful ventures; and examination of the role of libraries in meeting specialized client needs.
PAL publishes items as soon as they are ready by adding articles to the "current" volume's Table of Contents. The journal publishes two issues a year. The first issue runs January 1 - June 30 and the second issue runs July 1 - December 31.
The Journal publishes three categories of works:
• Peer reviewed research papers (original research): not more than 25 single-spaced pages
• Think pieces (intended to spur discussion, not blind peer-reviewed): 3-15 single-spaced pages
• Interactive online exhibits and demonstrations.
Authors need to register: https://journals.tdl.org/pal/user/register
with the journal prior to submitting, or if already registered can simply log in at https://journals.tdl.org/index/login and begin the 5 step process.
Leslie J. Reynolds
Associate Professor
Interim Associate Dean for User Services Founding Editor, Practical Academic Librarianship: The International Journal of the SLA Academic Division
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843
Leslie.reynolds@tamu.edu
979-458-0138
URL: https://journals.tdl.org/pal/index
Practical Academic Librarianship (PAL) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal for all academic librarians and information professionals serving academic departments or affiliated institutions including centers, institutes, specialized collections, and special units within or related toacademic units. Well-written manuscripts that are of interest to these communities will be considered, including: implementation of new initiatives and best practices; original and significant research findings with practical applications; analysis of issues and trends; descriptive narratives of successful and unsuccessful ventures; and examination of the role of libraries in meeting specialized client needs.
PAL publishes items as soon as they are ready by adding articles to the "current" volume's Table of Contents. The journal publishes two issues a year. The first issue runs January 1 - June 30 and the second issue runs July 1 - December 31.
The Journal publishes three categories of works:
• Peer reviewed research papers (original research): not more than 25 single-spaced pages
• Think pieces (intended to spur discussion, not blind peer-reviewed): 3-15 single-spaced pages
• Interactive online exhibits and demonstrations.
Authors need to register: https://journals.tdl.org/pal/user/register
with the journal prior to submitting, or if already registered can simply log in at https://journals.tdl.org/index/login and begin the 5 step process.
Leslie J. Reynolds
Associate Professor
Interim Associate Dean for User Services Founding Editor, Practical Academic Librarianship: The International Journal of the SLA Academic Division
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843
Leslie.reynolds@tamu.edu
979-458-0138
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