From rfields at STANFORD.EDU Mon Jul 2 04:33:59 2012 From: rfields at STANFORD.EDU (Ronnie Fields) Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2012 01:33:59 -0700 Subject: Meebo Me Alternatives In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Jane, Thanks for this information. I contacted Zoho and asked if their widget will be able to automatically update its status. Here's their response: Sorry, Currently we don't have such option in Zoho Chat. We have added your request in our task list. We will check the feasibility to implement the same and inform you once it is done. Thanks, Ronnie On 6/28/2012 12:58 PM, Jane Littlefield wrote: > Hi Ronnie (and Jess), > > We're leaning toward ZohoChat too. > > You can resolve one part of the second issue you mentioned, regarding the > gray background with a smiley face. > > If you add the parameter -Title&smiley=false to the end of the iframe > src of the code snippet, then the smiley face thankfully disappears. The > grayed-out box/name entry field still appear, but at least the face is gone. > > Found this info here: https://forums.zoho.com/topic/chat-gadget-image > > If you hear back from the Zoho folks, I'd be interested in what they say. > > Jane Littlefield > Reference/Instruction Librarian > Saint Mary's University of MN > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-06-28 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-02 From sbokhari at KSU.EDU.SA Mon Jul 2 09:36:23 2012 From: sbokhari at KSU.EDU.SA (Syed Arif Bokhari) Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2012 16:36:23 +0300 Subject: Why and how librarians have to shape the new cloud computing platforms. In-Reply-To: <18BB3109-AA5A-4D32-A6C3-D286BAD50831@care-affiliates.com> Message-ID: Carl! I am a novice in the technology u folks are talking about, but your thoughts are my thoughts, as since a long time back, I knew that very soon these overarching vendors, big businesses and other technological firms are just going to sideline us as librarians. We must upgrade our knowledge themes, venues and through away our slumber and only then we can deal with the forthcoming problems as a profession. Let us all Keep the Flag High! Sincerely grateful! Syed Arif Mahmood Bokhari Lecturer/Serials Librarian and Reader's Advisor, College of Medicine Library King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University P.O.Box2925, Deptt.44 Riyadh-11461 Tel:9661-469-1768 (Off). 9661-467-1353 (Off). Mobile:9661-567-999-228 Email:arifmahmood45 at gmail.com arifmahmood45 at yahoo.com ________________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Carl Grant [carl at CARE-AFFILIATES.COM] Sent: Friday, June 29, 2012 7:29 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Why and how librarians have to shape the new cloud computing platforms. **Please excuse any cross posting.** I wanted to share with you all a blog post I've done concerning a topic I addressed at the NISO update at ALA Annual in Anaheim; "Why and how librarians have to shape the new cloud computing platforms." If you heard the talk at NISO, you can skip this, but if not, I addressed some topics that deeply concern me about the future of librarianship and these new technology platforms and that I strongly feel need to be thought about and discussed by all of you. I hope you'll find the post informative and provocative and of course, would be delighted to hear your thoughts/responses on the lists, by email or on the blog. You'll find the post at: http://thoughts.care-affiliates.com/2012/06/why-and-how-librarians-have-to-shape.html Have a great weekend. Best, Carl Carl Grant CARE Affiliates [Management Consulting Services] E: carl at care-affiliates.com P: +1.540.449.2418 Twitter: carl_grant Skype: carl_grant Blog: http://thoughts.care-affiliates.com Web: http://www.care-affiliates.com ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-06-29 Disclaimer: This communication is intended for the above named person and is confidential and / or legally privileged. Any opinion(s) expressed in this communication are not necessarily those of KSU (King Saud University). 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So, the question is, does anyone have an EndNote custom import filter for Summon that we could install as part of the site customization in EndnoteWeb? -- Jenne Heise Drew University Library -- Jennifer Heise known in the SCA as Jadwiga Zajaczkowa ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-02 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From zhu.kelly at YMAIL.COM Mon Jul 2 17:16:17 2012 From: zhu.kelly at YMAIL.COM (Kelly Zhu) Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2012 14:16:17 -0700 Subject: login issue In-Reply-To: <4FAAD856.7040100@library.wisc.edu> Message-ID: Allow me to revive this thread for discussion again. I find my university has actually implemented CAS already. ?The jasig site seems to say there are several ways to install CAS client.?https://wiki.jasig.org/display/CASC/Official+Clients I would like to check with you as how your experience/knowledge might help me to choose which method to adopt. ?I intend to install mod_auth_cas because we already have apache on the app servers. Thanks Kelly Zhu ________________________________ From: Sue Dentinger To: Kelly Zhu Sent: Wednesday, May 9, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] login issue I'd talk to your campus IT folks.? ILLiad and EZproxy support Shibboleth. And that's the direction you probably need to go. But where is your campus in it's support for Shibboleth--that's the important part. Someone has to get that running in a production mode for you to start using it.? Voyager supports an external authorization system which can use Shibboleth. http://www.shibboleth.net/ I hope this helps on a complicated topic.? It's not one I am an expert at but we are moving to Shibboleth here after quite a few years of discussion about it. Sue Dentinger On 5/9/2012 1:59 PM, Kelly Zhu wrote: > I guess your libraries have implemented one-login for all your library > services, such as ILS, ILL, EzProxy, etc. I wonder how you have done it. > > Recently, I am assigned a thorny task: to find a solution to unify the logins. > At our library, ILS is Voyager on Oracle. It was tried in the past to connect > to the university LDAP service without success; the same with ILL ILLIAD > server. So, each has its own login. > > I would like someone to point me to a right direction, or your successful > experience, etc. Any help appreciated. > > Kelly Zhu > Web Services Librarian > Chambers Library > University of Central Oklahoma > 405-974-5957 > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-05-09 > -- Sue Dentinger Library Technology Group Univ. of Wisconsin - Madison Libraries 608-263-3250 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-02 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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When you have finished saving references, go to the Saved Items icon at the bottom of the screen. Click on the Saved Items link to display the saved references. The references will be in Reference Manager (RIS) format. Click on the EndNote tab. Save the Saved Items file to your hard drive. Open your EndNote library. Click on the Import icon. Choose the Saved Items file. Change the Import Option to Reference Manager (RIS). Click on Import. The Saved Items will be added to your EndNote library. If you have EndNote open when downloading the Saved Items file, EndNote will prompt you to Open or Save the file. If you Open the file your references will move into your EndNote library straight away Based on these I am not sure what the problem is. Nothing was mentioned on these two sites about things not working. I then found that Wolverhampton University had it, so I did a basic search & exported to EndNote OK. Some bits did not look 100% but it looked workable. When exporting I got the option to send them to either EndNote or EndNote Web. I hope has helped a bit, why not have a go on their site to test it out." Please let me know how you get on. Kind regards Susan Smith Senior Librarian JET Library Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe Cheshire CW1 4QL Tel: (01270) 612538 Internal Ext: 3172 Fax: (01270) 252611 Main email: susan.smith at chester.ac.uk Trust email: susan.smith2 at mcht.nhs.uk Web address: http://www.mchft.nhs.uk/research-activities/jetlibrary/ From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Jennifer Heise Sent: 02 July 2012 19:30 To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Looking for an Endnote Custom Import Filter for Summon Hi Everyone! We are getting Summon as our discovery service this fall, and we already are pushing EndNoteWeb (which we get free through our Web of Science subscription). However, there's no good import filter by default in EndnoteWeb for importing files exported from Summon. So, the question is, does anyone have an EndNote custom import filter for Summon that we could install as part of the site customization in EndnoteWeb? [https://mail.google.com/mail/images/cleardot.gif] -- Jenne Heise Drew University Library -- Jennifer Heise known in the SCA as Jadwiga Zajaczkowa ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-02 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-03 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Presenters David Kernohan, Programme Manager, e-Learning, JISC Martin Weller, Professor, Open University Jonathan Worth, Course Leader, Coventry University David White, Researcher, University of Oxford Lou McGill, Consultant What will you learn or take away? An understanding of what a MOOC is and where the idea comes from Knowledge of international and UK work in this area. Who is this webinar aimed at? This webinar is aimed at strategic influencers and those interested in emerging online educational practice. Source and Link to Registration Form Available Via http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/2012/07/free-jisc-webinar-what-is-mooc-july-11.html /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-04 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From R.Hartman at LACROSSE.LIB.WI.US Thu Jul 5 15:35:55 2012 From: R.Hartman at LACROSSE.LIB.WI.US (Rochelle Hartman) Date: Thu, 5 Jul 2012 14:35:55 -0500 Subject: Public Library IT/Networking Manager in Wisconsin Message-ID: The La Crosse Public Library is seeking an experienced networking/IT manager with two main areas of responsibility: 1. Supporting and improving a 29-library automation consortium, and 2. Maintaining and improving the networking and IT services of La Crosse Public Library (LPL). LPL's computing environment includes 220 workstations (90 staff, 130 public), Fortinet firewalls, 27 Dell servers with various operating systems including Windows 2003 and 2008, Linux, and virtual servers running VMWare, a number of different applications including Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suites, Kaspersky Anti-Virus and XML Editor. Oversee all of the library's IT needs including network and server administration, back-end support for Drupal-based website, and database management and reporting. Work directly with executive management to develop strategies, and create and implement new technologies to improve service and create public value. Communicate effectively and collegially to set priorities. Mid 50s-low 60s DOQ. 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Coordinates access to web content and virtual services across all library departments. Creates modules on virtual technologies and participates in delivery of library services. Engages in usability testing and other assessments of web-based services. Serves as library liaison to one or more academic departments or disciplines. Required qualifications: M.L.S. or equivalent from ALA-accredited program; minimum two years related experience beyond the master?s degree; knowledge and application of information architecture concepts; experience in using information technologies relevant to website design and maintenance. Preferred qualifications: Relevant experience earned in an academic library; experience in assisting users with online resources; background in developing database-driven dynamic websites. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively; ability to take a leadership role in team activities. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Engages in usability testing and other assessments of web-based services. This is a full-time, non-tenure earning faculty position with rank dependent upon experience. Minimum salary: $47,500 (negotiable). For information about the library, UNF, and Jacksonville see http://www.unf.edu/library/about/adv_vsl.aspx. Applicants must complete a one-page application online in OASys at http://www.unfjobs.org and must submit all required documents to be considered for this position. Please have application in the system by July 20, 2012. UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Access Institution. Dee Baldwin Associate Dean Thomas G. Carpenter Library University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL www.unf.edu/library ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-05 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Additional information, qualifications, and application procedures are available in the complete recruitment announcement at http://uah.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=33281 About the University: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a "very high research activity" institution in the new Carnegie classification. Located within one of the largest research parks in the United States, UAH prepares students for demanding positions in Engineering, the Sciences, Business, Nursing, and the Liberal Arts. UAH is listed in "Americas 100 Best College Buys" and "the 150 Best National Doctoral Universities" by US News and World Reports. Approximately 7200 students currently attend the University; 5800 are undergraduate students. Students attending the campus come from more than 40 states and 80 countries. Refer to www.uah.edu for information on the University, its academic and extracurricular programs and offerings, and the community it serves. 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"The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." ??? We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. ??? I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, ??? Will Stein, Reference Librarian ??? Washington County Public Library ??? Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US Fri Jul 6 12:22:43 2012 From: Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US (HAZEL Margaret E) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 09:22:43 -0700 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: <1341575263.20576.YahooMailNeo@web121904.mail.ne1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: My title is most often abbreviated to "Technology Manager", and I am in the group of "Library Managers". My full title is "Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager". I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV Fri Jul 6 12:30:39 2012 From: Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV (Louise Alcorn) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 16:30:39 +0000 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: <813A01DF90DA7C4489F0AFC875D9964673BD9AB6A0@cesrv011.eugene1.net> Message-ID: I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff for the population we actually serve. Hence no "manager" in my title, but in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret's list. My title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but I do like the fact that I'm a "librarian", as I wear that proudly (and an MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. If they are to be supervisory, be sure that's clear in the title ("manager", "head of..."). As I've job-searched over the years, I've found titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly identical jobs. Good luck! Louise Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 515-222-3573 515-222-3401 (fax) www.wdmlibrary.org louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title My title is most often abbreviated to "Technology Manager", and I am in the group of "Library Managers". My full title is "Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager". I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US Fri Jul 6 13:02:42 2012 From: Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US (HAZEL Margaret E) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:02:42 -0700 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: I should add that I, too, am a librarian, with a tech-interested background, but not extensive formal tech education. Years ago I built a student computer lab from scratch, programmed routers, etc., but I'm really not that hands on anymore. I can talk the language reasonably well, to a point. :) -Margaret Hazel From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Louise Alcorn Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 9:31 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff for the population we actually serve. Hence no "manager" in my title, but in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret's list. My title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but I do like the fact that I'm a "librarian", as I wear that proudly (and an MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. If they are to be supervisory, be sure that's clear in the title ("manager", "head of..."). As I've job-searched over the years, I've found titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly identical jobs. Good luck! Louise Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 515-222-3573 515-222-3401 (fax) www.wdmlibrary.org louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title My title is most often abbreviated to "Technology Manager", and I am in the group of "Library Managers". My full title is "Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager". I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV Fri Jul 6 13:07:34 2012 From: Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV (Louise Alcorn) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 17:07:34 +0000 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: <813A01DF90DA7C4489F0AFC875D9964673BD9AB6A8@cesrv011.eugene1.net> Message-ID: And that's an important distinction. You indicate that you're not looking for an IT manager, but for a librarian (I assume?) with some tech-expertise and the ability to "talk tech" with stakeholders, to collaborate on technology projects, etc. This is really important to make clear in your job announcement. Ironically, Margaret and I are collaborating on a talk later this year in part about this sort of liaison position, and its challenges. Again, good luck! And don't forget to post the job here on Web4Lib when it's ready! Cheers, Louise From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 12:03 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I should add that I, too, am a librarian, with a tech-interested background, but not extensive formal tech education. Years ago I built a student computer lab from scratch, programmed routers, etc., but I'm really not that hands on anymore. I can talk the language reasonably well, to a point. :) -Margaret Hazel From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Louise Alcorn Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 9:31 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff for the population we actually serve. Hence no "manager" in my title, but in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret's list. My title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but I do like the fact that I'm a "librarian", as I wear that proudly (and an MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. If they are to be supervisory, be sure that's clear in the title ("manager", "head of..."). As I've job-searched over the years, I've found titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly identical jobs. Good luck! Louise Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 515-222-3573 515-222-3401 (fax) www.wdmlibrary.org louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title My title is most often abbreviated to "Technology Manager", and I am in the group of "Library Managers". My full title is "Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager". I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gealach at GMAIL.COM Fri Jul 6 13:10:59 2012 From: gealach at GMAIL.COM (Cindy) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 13:10:59 -0400 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Where will your talk be, Louise? It sounds like something I'd like to attend if possible. Cindy On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 1:07 PM, Louise Alcorn wrote: > And that?s an important distinction. You indicate that you?re not > looking for an IT manager, but for a librarian (I assume?) with some > tech-expertise and the ability to ?talk tech? with stakeholders, to > collaborate on technology projects, etc. This is really important to make > clear in your job announcement. **** > > ** ** > > Ironically, Margaret and I are collaborating on a talk later this year in > part about this sort of liaison position, and its challenges. **** > > ** ** > > Again, good luck! And don?t forget to post the job here on Web4Lib when > it?s ready! **** > > ** ** > > Cheers,**** > > Louise**** > > ** ** > > *From:* Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] *On > Behalf Of *HAZEL Margaret E > *Sent:* Friday, July 06, 2012 12:03 PM > > *To:* WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > *Subject:* Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title**** > > ** ** > > I should add that I, too, am a librarian, with a tech-interested > background, but not extensive formal tech education. Years ago I built a > student computer lab from scratch, programmed routers, etc., but I?m really > not that hands on anymore. I can talk the language reasonably well, to a > point. J**** > > ** ** > > -Margaret Hazel**** > > ** ** > > *From:* Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] *On > Behalf Of *Louise Alcorn > *Sent:* Friday, July 06, 2012 9:31 AM > *To:* WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > *Subject:* Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title**** > > ** ** > > I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban > library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff > for the population we actually serve. Hence no ?manager? in my title, but > in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, > implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret?s list. My > title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but > I do like the fact that I?m a ?librarian?, as I wear that proudly (and an > MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web > Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. **** > > ** ** > > If they are to be supervisory, be sure that?s clear in the title > (?manager?, ?head of??). As I?ve job-searched over the years, I?ve found > titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly > identical jobs. **** > > ** ** > > Good luck!**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > Louise Alcorn**** > > Reference Technology Librarian**** > > West Des Moines Public Library**** > > 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy**** > > West Des Moines IA 50265**** > > 515-222-3573**** > > 515-222-3401 (fax)**** > > www.wdmlibrary.org**** > > louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *From:* Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] *On > Behalf Of *HAZEL Margaret E > *Sent:* Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM > *To:* WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > *Subject:* Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title**** > > ** ** > > My title is most often abbreviated to ?Technology Manager?, and I am in > the group of ?Library Managers?. My full title is ?Virtual Branch & > Innovative Technology Manager?. I oversee all tech efforts for our library > system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT > staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) > and a Web Librarian 2. **** > > ** ** > > -Margaret**** > > ** ** > > Margaret Hazel > Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager > Eugene Public Library > Eugene, OR > 541-682-6015 > margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *From:* Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] *On > Behalf Of *William Stein > *Sent:* Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM > *To:* WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > *Subject:* [WEB4LIB] Job title**** > > ** ** > > Greetings,**** > > Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure > what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list > to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job > descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties:**** > > "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide > approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and > services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of > digital collections, programs, and services." **** > > We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. > Our system consists of a Main library with four branches.**** > > I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources > Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. > Any other suggestions?**** > > Many Thanks,**** > > Will Stein, Reference Librarian**** > > Washington County Public Library**** > > Abingdon, Va.**** > > ============================ **** > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-06 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US Fri Jul 6 13:13:59 2012 From: Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US (HAZEL Margaret E) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:13:59 -0700 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: It's also about the opportunities! The talk will be at Internet Librarian, in Monterey. -Margaret From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Cindy Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 10:11 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title Where will your talk be, Louise? It sounds like something I'd like to attend if possible. Cindy On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 1:07 PM, Louise Alcorn > wrote: And that's an important distinction. You indicate that you're not looking for an IT manager, but for a librarian (I assume?) with some tech-expertise and the ability to "talk tech" with stakeholders, to collaborate on technology projects, etc. This is really important to make clear in your job announcement. Ironically, Margaret and I are collaborating on a talk later this year in part about this sort of liaison position, and its challenges. Again, good luck! And don't forget to post the job here on Web4Lib when it's ready! Cheers, Louise From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 12:03 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I should add that I, too, am a librarian, with a tech-interested background, but not extensive formal tech education. Years ago I built a student computer lab from scratch, programmed routers, etc., but I'm really not that hands on anymore. I can talk the language reasonably well, to a point. :) -Margaret Hazel From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Louise Alcorn Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 9:31 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff for the population we actually serve. Hence no "manager" in my title, but in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret's list. My title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but I do like the fact that I'm a "librarian", as I wear that proudly (and an MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. If they are to be supervisory, be sure that's clear in the title ("manager", "head of..."). As I've job-searched over the years, I've found titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly identical jobs. Good luck! Louise Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 515-222-3573 515-222-3401 (fax) www.wdmlibrary.org louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title My title is most often abbreviated to "Technology Manager", and I am in the group of "Library Managers". My full title is "Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager". I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Thanks! _________________________________________ Liana Juliano, MLIS Information Manager x 7822 ________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of M. Jean Williams-Adams Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 12:21 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet I am interested in the type of intranet you presently run M Jean Williams Adams Head of Reference Services Florida A&M University Coleman Library Tallahassee, FL 32307-4700 Phone: (850) 561-2131/599-8576 Fax: (850) 561-2599 Service Request > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Juliano, Liana Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 2:35 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet Hello, We are looking to migrate our intranet from a clunky, custom platform to a CMS. The two top runners right now are Joomla and Drupal. I know that both support Active Directory, but I am wondering if anyone has used either to integrate with other systems. Specifically I would like to integrate with our document management system and our time and billing system. I do plan on doing these integrations right, but want to know that the functionality is there when we are ready. Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Liana Juliano Information Manager NOSSAMAN LLP 777 South Figueroa Street, 34th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90017 ljuliano at nossaman.com T 213.612.7800 F 213.612.7801 D 213.612.7822 NOSSAMAN LLP SUBSCRIBE TO E-ALERTS nossaman.com PLEASE NOTE: The information in this e-mail message is confidential. It may also be attorney-client privileged and/or protected from disclosure as attorney work product. If you have received this e-mail message in error or are not the intended recipient, you may not use, copy, nor disclose to anyone this message or any information contained in it. Please notify the sender by reply e-mail and delete the message. Thank you. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-06-26 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-06-26 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From guillermost2003 at YAHOO.COM Fri Jul 6 14:00:11 2012 From: guillermost2003 at YAHOO.COM (William Stein) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 11:00:11 -0700 Subject: Job title Message-ID: Thanks everyone for responding to our request for input on a job title for our newly created position. Oddly enough we are phasing out a "traditional" job title (Adult Service Librarian) to be replaced by this newly minted "Information Services" position. We have a candidate fresh out of library school who is currently working as a part-time Reference Librarian waiting to be elevated to her new job (as soon as we figure out what that will be). Once again, our thanks. Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From milehighbrarian at GMAIL.COM Fri Jul 6 15:06:10 2012 From: milehighbrarian at GMAIL.COM (Nina Mchale) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 13:06:10 -0600 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: <1341597611.87602.YahooMailNeo@web121906.mail.ne1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: William and all, I think this is becoming more commonplace--supplanting "traditional" titles with more tech-themed ones--and is a natural evolution as new user needs and service opportunities develop. Very, very few libraries actually have the resources to support the types of online environments we're shooting to build, maintain, and sustain to stay relevant in our users' eyes, and it's natural to shift positions and titles like this. Heck, my own career is a product of it; three jobs ago, I was Reference/Head of Instruction. Now=sysadmin for web. This isn't to say that public services roles are less important; we just need to provide the full infrastructure for our online selves. :) -- Nina Nina McHale, MA/MSLS milehighbrarian.net Facebook & Twitter: @ninermac On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM, William Stein wrote: > Thanks everyone for responding to our request for input on a job title for > our newly created position. Oddly enough we are phasing out a "traditional" > job title (Adult Service Librarian) to be replaced by this newly minted > "Information Services" position. We have a candidate fresh out of library > school who is currently working as a part-time Reference Librarian waiting > to be elevated to her new job (as soon as we figure out what that will be). > > Once again, our thanks. > Will Stein, Reference Librarian > Washington County Public Library > Abingdon, Va. > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-06 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US Fri Jul 6 15:32:46 2012 From: Margaret.E.Hazel at CI.EUGENE.OR.US (HAZEL Margaret E) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 12:32:46 -0700 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Oh - hey - public service roles are still the thing, we are simply re-naming them. They are still public service roles. Our web site is coordinated by our Virtual Branch Manager - a title deliberately chosen to show that she is providing public service. Technology is a medium for providing public service, is all. Instead of being behind a physical desk, they are "behind" an online interface. They are specialists in providing information via that medium. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Nina Mchale Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 12:06 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title William and all, I think this is becoming more commonplace--supplanting "traditional" titles with more tech-themed ones--and is a natural evolution as new user needs and service opportunities develop. Very, very few libraries actually have the resources to support the types of online environments we're shooting to build, maintain, and sustain to stay relevant in our users' eyes, and it's natural to shift positions and titles like this. Heck, my own career is a product of it; three jobs ago, I was Reference/Head of Instruction. Now=sysadmin for web. This isn't to say that public services roles are less important; we just need to provide the full infrastructure for our online selves. :) -- Nina Nina McHale, MA/MSLS milehighbrarian.net Facebook & Twitter: @ninermac On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM, William Stein > wrote: Thanks everyone for responding to our request for input on a job title for our newly created position. Oddly enough we are phasing out a "traditional" job title (Adult Service Librarian) to be replaced by this newly minted "Information Services" position. We have a candidate fresh out of library school who is currently working as a part-time Reference Librarian waiting to be elevated to her new job (as soon as we figure out what that will be). Once again, our thanks. Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV Fri Jul 6 15:47:29 2012 From: Louise.Alcorn at WDM.IOWA.GOV (Louise Alcorn) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 19:47:29 +0000 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Nina makes an excellent point. My job title was very new in libraries in 1995. I had a very forward-thinking boss at the time, who realized her public services dept would need someone to liaise with IT and vendors of electronic (online and (gasp!) CD-ROM) resources, with the ability to make these resources viable in our library environment. Although my title has not changed (a point of very minor contention), my job has changed drastically in many ways. That said, I still believe my job is primarily a public services function for the library. If my job included more systems type work, I would argue that it should be under a different heading. I see jobs like that a lot now, coming over this list. I think there is still space for both - a public services-focused and sysadmin-focused positions (the latter of which might be outsourced to City IT or a company) - esp. in mid-size libraries and library systems. But they have to be able to work together - that's key. Louise E. Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 (515) 222-3573 louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov (note new email domain as of July, 2011) http://www.wdmlibrary.org From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Nina Mchale Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 2:06 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title William and all, I think this is becoming more commonplace--supplanting "traditional" titles with more tech-themed ones--and is a natural evolution as new user needs and service opportunities develop. Very, very few libraries actually have the resources to support the types of online environments we're shooting to build, maintain, and sustain to stay relevant in our users' eyes, and it's natural to shift positions and titles like this. Heck, my own career is a product of it; three jobs ago, I was Reference/Head of Instruction. Now=sysadmin for web. This isn't to say that public services roles are less important; we just need to provide the full infrastructure for our online selves. :) -- Nina Nina McHale, MA/MSLS milehighbrarian.net Facebook & Twitter: @ninermac On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM, William Stein > wrote: Thanks everyone for responding to our request for input on a job title for our newly created position. Oddly enough we are phasing out a "traditional" job title (Adult Service Librarian) to be replaced by this newly minted "Information Services" position. We have a candidate fresh out of library school who is currently working as a part-time Reference Librarian waiting to be elevated to her new job (as soon as we figure out what that will be). Once again, our thanks. Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mzimmerman at BRYNMAWR.EDU Fri Jul 6 16:12:17 2012 From: mzimmerman at BRYNMAWR.EDU (Matthew Zimmerman) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 16:12:17 -0400 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: <813A01DF90DA7C4489F0AFC875D9964673BD9AB6AB@cesrv011.eugene1.net> Message-ID: I was in a previous position entitled "Manager for Digital Services and Technology Planning". Perhaps something like "Head of Digital Services"? "Head of Digital Initiatives"? Or either one of those phrases with "librarian" after it. "Digital Services Librarian", "Digital Initiatives Librarian" Matt Zimmerman Data Integration Librarian Bryn Mawr College mzimmerman at brynmawr.edu Tel:(610)526-5293 ----- Original Message ----- From: "HAZEL Margaret E" To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Sent: Friday, July 6, 2012 1:13:59 PM Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title It?s also about the opportunities! The talk will be at Internet Librarian, in Monterey. -Margaret From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Cindy Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 10:11 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title Where will your talk be, Louise? It sounds like something I'd like to attend if possible. Cindy On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 1:07 PM, Louise Alcorn < Louise.Alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov > wrote: And that?s an important distinction. You indicate that you?re not looking for an IT manager, but for a librarian (I assume?) with some tech-expertise and the ability to ?talk tech? with stakeholders, to collaborate on technology projects, etc. This is really important to make clear in your job announcement. Ironically, Margaret and I are collaborating on a talk later this year in part about this sort of liaison position, and its challenges. Again, good luck! And don?t forget to post the job here on Web4Lib when it?s ready! Cheers, Louise From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 12:03 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I should add that I, too, am a librarian, with a tech-interested background, but not extensive formal tech education. Years ago I built a student computer lab from scratch, programmed routers, etc., but I?m really not that hands on anymore. I can talk the language reasonably well, to a point. J -Margaret Hazel From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] On Behalf Of Louise Alcorn Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 9:31 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title I do a very similar job to Margaret, though in a single branch, suburban library. Non-supervisory, in part because we have a rather small FT staff for the population we actually serve. Hence no ?manager? in my title, but in fact I project manage nearly permanently, as well as planning, implementation, liaison activities, etc. similar to Margaret?s list. My title is Reference Technology Librarian, which hardly describes my job, but I do like the fact that I?m a ?librarian?, as I wear that proudly (and an MLS is required for my job). We have discussed changing my title to Web Services Manager or similar, but nothing came of it. If they are to be supervisory, be sure that?s clear in the title (?manager?, ?head of??). As I?ve job-searched over the years, I?ve found titles in this realm of work to be vastly different, even for nearly identical jobs. Good luck! Louise Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 515-222-3573 515-222-3401 (fax) www.wdmlibrary.org louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] On Behalf Of HAZEL Margaret E Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 11:23 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title My title is most often abbreviated to ?Technology Manager?, and I am in the group of ?Library Managers?. My full title is ?Virtual Branch & Innovative Technology Manager?. I oversee all tech efforts for our library system, do tech planning, coordinate with other managers, vendors & City IT staff, project management, and supervise 2 tech staff (Public PCs and ILS) and a Web Librarian 2. -Margaret Margaret Hazel Virtual Branch & Innovative Tech Manager Eugene Public Library Eugene, OR 541-682-6015 margaret.e.hazel at ci.eugene.or.us From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] On Behalf Of William Stein Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 4:48 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job title Greetings, Our library is considering adding a new position and we are unsure what the title of the position should be. I thought I would query the list to see if the proposed position corresponds to any already existing job descriptions. Here is a summary of the proposed duties: "The position is responsible for orchestrating a unified, library-wide approach to delivery of digital library collections, programs, and services. Oversees, coordinates, and evaluates the library's delivery of digital collections, programs, and services." We do not have an IT person on our staff. Those duties are contracted. Our system consists of a Main library with four branches. I note that there was an advertisement for an "Electronic Resources Librarians" posted recently which looks similar to what we are proposing. Any other suggestions? Many Thanks, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County Public Library Abingdon, Va. ============================ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From milehighbrarian at GMAIL.COM Fri Jul 6 17:03:30 2012 From: milehighbrarian at GMAIL.COM (Nina Mchale) Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2012 15:03:30 -0600 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Why thank you, Louise! As do you, as usual. :D Meant to add this before: my department (IT, aka "Digital Services") just went through a re-org, and one of the outcomes was to add a public services component to our jobs. The two internet librarians (who reside in IT/DS) and I will be taking on some public service duties--NOT reference duties--but tech...interaction? duties. ("Support" isn't quite the right word; it's more "user experience," methinks.) We are all former reference librarians, incidentally. I'm excited about: 1. what I will learn about users and how they interact with technology in the public environment, since all my experience up until last November was academic; 2. the ways in which this will inform how we develop the web and other services. Apologies to William for hijacking his original post. Thanks for initiating a really interesting discussion! -- Nina Nina McHale, MA/MSLS milehighbrarian.net Facebook & Twitter: @ninermac On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 1:47 PM, Louise Alcorn wrote: > Nina makes an excellent point. My job title was very new in libraries > in 1995. I had a very forward-thinking boss at the time, who realized her > public services dept would need someone to liaise with IT and vendors of > electronic (online and (gasp!) CD-ROM) resources, with the ability to make > these resources viable in our library environment. Although my title has > not changed (a point of very minor contention), my job has changed > drastically in many ways. That said, I still believe my job is primarily a > public services function for the library. If my job included more systems > type work, I would argue that it should be under a different heading. I > see jobs like that a lot now, coming over this list. I think there is > still space for both ? a public services-focused and sysadmin-focused > positions (the latter of which might be outsourced to City IT or a company) > - esp. in mid-size libraries and library systems. But they have to be able > to work together ? that?s key. **** > > ** ** > > Louise E. Alcorn > Reference Technology Librarian > West Des Moines Public Library > 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy > West Des Moines IA 50265 > (515) 222-3573 louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov **** > > (note new email domain as of July, 2011) > http://www.wdmlibrary.org **** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > *From:* Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] *On > Behalf Of *Nina Mchale > *Sent:* Friday, July 06, 2012 2:06 PM > > *To:* WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > *Subject:* Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title**** > > ** ** > > William and all,**** > > ** ** > > I think this is becoming more commonplace--supplanting "traditional" > titles with more tech-themed ones--and is a natural evolution as new user > needs and service opportunities develop. Very, very few libraries actually > have the resources to support the types of online environments we're > shooting to build, maintain, and sustain to stay relevant in our users' > eyes, and it's natural to shift positions and titles like this. Heck, my > own career is a product of it; three jobs ago, I was Reference/Head of > Instruction. Now=sysadmin for web. This isn't to say that public services > roles are less important; we just need to provide the full infrastructure > for our online selves. :)**** > > ** ** > > -- > Nina > > Nina McHale, MA/MSLS > milehighbrarian.net > Facebook & Twitter: @ninermac**** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > On Fri, Jul 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM, William Stein > wrote:**** > > Thanks everyone for responding to our request for input on a job title for > our newly created position. Oddly enough we are phasing out a "traditional" > job title (Adult Service Librarian) to be replaced by this newly minted > "Information Services" position. We have a candidate fresh out of library > school who is currently working as a part-time Reference Librarian waiting > to be elevated to her new job (as soon as we figure out what that will be). > **** > > ** ** > > Once again, our thanks.**** > > Will Stein, Reference Librarian**** > > Washington County Public Library**** > > Abingdon, Va.**** > > ============================ **** > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib **** > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ **** > > 2012-07-06**** > > > > **** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ============================ **** > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib ** ** > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ **** > > 2012-07-06 **** > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-06 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-06 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From adarconsulting at GMAIL.COM Sat Jul 7 23:12:32 2012 From: adarconsulting at GMAIL.COM (Susan Kane) Date: Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:12:32 -0400 Subject: Job title Message-ID: To me, "Electronic Resources Librarian" implies that the person is managing licensed content. This usually includes things like vendor relations, licensing issues, the link resolver, federated search or discovery tool, possibly libpages. "Digital Collections Librarian" could cover the same ground in theory, but in practice it often means managing content *owned* by library that is the process of being digitized, such as special collections material. It would also include managing the system for accessing such content. The title "Systems Librarian" covers a multitude of sins, but usually implies the person managing the ILS, at least at the application level and possibly at the server level. 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"Digital Collections Librarian" could cover the same ground in theory, but in practice it often means managing content *owned* by library that is the process of being digitized, such as special collections material. It would also include managing the system for accessing such content. The title "Systems Librarian" covers a multitude of sins, but usually implies the person managing the ILS, at least at the application level and possibly at the server level. Of course, you *could* take the ALA route and create a long title with and equally long acronym. :) ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-07 ________________________________ THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS. 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As it turns out, my boss decided to go > with Joomla because he was already familiar with it. > > In answer to Jean's question below, our intranet is built on a custom > platform by Saturno. They are a small company in Oregon who does law > firm websites and intranets. I only deal with them on the intranet and > have found them very difficult to work with. Mainly because they charge > us for every little thing that needs to be done even if the problem was > caused on their end. They are completely inflexible when it comes to > discussing charges which is why I am happy to be almost done with them. > > Thanks! > _________________________________________ > Liana Juliano, MLIS > Information Manager > x 7822 > ________________________________ > > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On > Behalf Of M. Jean Williams-Adams > Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 12:21 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet > > > > I am interested in the type of intranet you presently run > > > > M Jean Williams Adams > Head of Reference Services > > Florida A&M University > Coleman Library > Tallahassee, FL 32307-4700 > Phone: (850) 561-2131/599-8576 > Fax: (850) 561-2599 > > Service Request > > > > > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On > Behalf Of Juliano, Liana > Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 2:35 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet > > > > Hello, > > > > We are looking to migrate our intranet from a clunky, custom platform to > a CMS. The two top runners right now are Joomla and Drupal. I know that > both support Active Directory, but I am wondering if anyone has used > either to integrate with other systems. 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You might also be in charge of some or all web-based services, depending on the size of your institution. That?s my take. With ?systems? in the title, I assume a fairly technological focus, with ?public access? in the title, I assume less ILS-based work (traditional tech services) and more technology used by and for the patrons. Am I close? I also really like Susan?s breakdown of titles and their perceived meaning. I think she hit the nail on the head. Louise E. Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 (515) 222-3573 louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov (note new email domain as of July, 2011) http://www.wdmlibrary.org From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Thomas Edelblute Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2012 5:56 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title OK, what does my title of Public Access Systems Coordinator day to you? Sent from my Samsung Epic? 4G Touch -------- Original message -------- Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title From: Susan Kane > To: "WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU" > CC: To me, "Electronic Resources Librarian" implies that the person is managing licensed content. This usually includes things like vendor relations, licensing issues, the link resolver, federated search or discovery tool, possibly libpages. "Digital Collections Librarian" could cover the same ground in theory, but in practice it often means managing content *owned* by library that is the process of being digitized, such as special collections material. It would also include managing the system for accessing such content. The title "Systems Librarian" covers a multitude of sins, but usually implies the person managing the ILS, at least at the application level and possibly at the server level. Of course, you *could* take the ALA route and create a long title with and equally long acronym. :) ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-07 ________________________________ THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, forwarding, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by e-mail or telephone, and delete the original message immediately. Thank you. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From torben.lindemann at FH-POTSDAM.DE Mon Jul 9 10:32:21 2012 From: torben.lindemann at FH-POTSDAM.DE (Torben Lindemann) Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2012 16:32:21 +0200 Subject: Survey on digitization and management of digital collections Message-ID: Please excuse multiple postings Dear Sir or Madam, I am conducting an online survey in the context of my master thesis. It is concerned with digitization and the management of digital collections in cultural heritage organizations under the title "digitization on demand". In case that you are dealing with these topics in your profession, I would be very grateful for your participation in my survey. The survey will take 10-15 minutes. Please click on the following link to complete the survey: http://www.q-set.de/q-set.php?sCode=PHJYCPCJEANU Thank you very much. Best regards, Torben Lindemann Archivist (B.A.) Potsdam University of Applied Sciences ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-09 From gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU Mon Jul 9 10:54:25 2012 From: gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU (McKiernan, Gerard [LIB]) Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2012 14:54:25 +0000 Subject: From Print to Digital: Emerging Models for Institutional E-textbook Adoption In-Reply-To: <31F366253C635746A73718A84BF5F9A811AAC0BA@ITSDAG5A.its.iastate.edu> Message-ID: *** Spoiler Alert > Possible Duplicate Posting *** Colleagues/ If you only have time to read one White Paper today [:-)], IMHO > This is a *Must-Read* . /Gerry Introduction In the last year a number of colleges and universities have begun or expanded pilot projects to test the use of digital textbooks. These programs are intended to work out instructional and technical challenges and to help institutions better understand theimpact of e-books on textbook usage and affordability. What?s often being left as an afterthought in these initiatives, however, is consideration of the business model for digital textbooks. How should e-book programs be structured to create ?win-win-win? propositions for students, faculty, and publishers? [snip] Table of Contents > Digital Opportunities Affordability Access Learning Modes > Innovative Business Models for Digital Textbooks Course Fee Model Bookstore Model Flat Rate Model > The Course Fee Model at Indiana U > The Bookstore Model at U Minnesota > The Flat-rate Model at Jones County Junior College > Beyond the E-book Conclusion The time is right for every institution of higher education to jump into the e-text movement and begin to explore its opportunities. When done right, as demonstrated by the institutions featured in this report, an e-book program can deliver a number of benefits. As Stephen Watt, an associate dean and faculty member at IU, notes, students often find themselves having to cobble together ?precarious options? to avoid havingto buy high-priced textbooks. When that happens, ?The results often include failure,withdrawal from courses, and inadequate progress toward completion of a degree.? By taking on the problem of reducing the high cost of textbooks, he writes, ?The e-text movement, and that?s what it is, can generate benefits for students, faculty, and publishers alike.? Also Includes Relevant Links and Sidebar on Eight Keys to a Successful E-book Deployment Source and Fulltext Available Via http://digital-textbooks.blogspot.com/2012/07/from-print-to-digital-emerging-models_9483.html Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://digital-textbooks.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-09 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From TEdelblute at ANAHEIM.NET Mon Jul 9 11:18:11 2012 From: TEdelblute at ANAHEIM.NET (Thomas Edelblute) Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2012 15:18:11 +0000 Subject: Job title In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Actually yes, you ate close. In addition to the ILS I am responsible for maintaining the PCs the public uses including the time management and print management software used in the public library. I also maintain the roaming profiles and group policies on the domain controller. As fire the web pages, we have the benefit of having a full timer graphic artist on staff and she is responsible for that. Sent from my Samsung Epic? 4G Touch -------- Original message -------- Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title From: Louise Alcorn To: "WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU" CC: That you may do some of the following: research, plan, implement and maintain public access technologies (public workstations, perhaps the ILS), possibly including training staff on maintaining and supporting their use. You might also be in charge of some or all web-based services, depending on the size of your institution. That?s my take. With ?systems? in the title, I assume a fairly technological focus, with ?public access? in the title, I assume less ILS-based work (traditional tech services) and more technology used by and for the patrons. Am I close? I also really like Susan?s breakdown of titles and their perceived meaning. I think she hit the nail on the head. Louise E. Alcorn Reference Technology Librarian West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA 50265 (515) 222-3573 louise.alcorn at wdm.iowa.gov (note new email domain as of July, 2011) http://www.wdmlibrary.org From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Thomas Edelblute Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2012 5:56 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title OK, what does my title of Public Access Systems Coordinator day to you? Sent from my Samsung Epic? 4G Touch -------- Original message -------- Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job title From: Susan Kane > To: "WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU" > CC: To me, "Electronic Resources Librarian" implies that the person is managing licensed content. This usually includes things like vendor relations, licensing issues, the link resolver, federated search or discovery tool, possibly libpages. "Digital Collections Librarian" could cover the same ground in theory, but in practice it often means managing content *owned* by library that is the process of being digitized, such as special collections material. It would also include managing the system for accessing such content. The title "Systems Librarian" covers a multitude of sins, but usually implies the person managing the ILS, at least at the application level and possibly at the server level. Of course, you *could* take the ALA route and create a long title with and equally long acronym. :) ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-07 ________________________________ THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, forwarding, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by e-mail or telephone, and delete the original message immediately. 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Scanning > 81/2x11 and basic images is something the 4490 handles OK but things like > newspapers are a nightmare. Also the image quality on some of the photos > leaves something to be desired (although that could be operator error). A > flatbed scanner would be nice. The Hall Collection (linked above) is our > first preservation project and I have one or two more of similar scope in > the works, but overall I'd say our needs are modest. Any suggestions will > be appreciated. > Thank You, > Will Stein, Reference Librarian > Washington County PL > Abingdon, Va. > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-10 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Martin Luther King Blvd Tallahassee, FL 32307-4700 Phone # 850-561-2131 Fax # 850-561-2599 Email: mjean.williamsadams at famu. ________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries on behalf of Hisayoshi Harada Sent: Mon 7/9/2012 12:33 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet On Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:18:53 -0700 "Juliano, Liana" wrote: > Thank you all for your input. As it turns out, my boss decided to go > with Joomla because he was already familiar with it. > > In answer to Jean's question below, our intranet is built on a custom > platform by Saturno. They are a small company in Oregon who does law > firm websites and intranets. I only deal with them on the intranet and > have found them very difficult to work with. Mainly because they charge > us for every little thing that needs to be done even if the problem was > caused on their end. They are completely inflexible when it comes to > discussing charges which is why I am happy to be almost done with them. > > Thanks! > _________________________________________ > Liana Juliano, MLIS > Information Manager > x 7822 > ________________________________ > > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On > Behalf Of M. Jean Williams-Adams > Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 12:21 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet > > > > I am interested in the type of intranet you presently run > > > > M Jean Williams Adams > Head of Reference Services > > Florida A&M University > Coleman Library > Tallahassee, FL 32307-4700 > Phone: (850) 561-2131/599-8576 > Fax: (850) 561-2599 > > Service Request > > > > > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On > Behalf Of Juliano, Liana > Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 2:35 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: [WEB4LIB] Joomla or Drupal for Intranet > > > > Hello, > > > > We are looking to migrate our intranet from a clunky, custom platform to > a CMS. The two top runners right now are Joomla and Drupal. I know that > both support Active Directory, but I am wondering if anyone has used > either to integrate with other systems. 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Whitford Associate Director for Support Services Braswell Memorial Library Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Opinions expressed may not be those of my organization From: Steffen Schilke [mailto:steffen.schilke at GMAIL.COM] Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 9:59 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] scanner Hallo, we have a judicial case file archiving going on using Kodak i620 (now 700) scanners. For DIN A0 we use a big OCE scanner - for newspapers a scanner from Zeutschel might be good (but expensive ;-). Regards sws On Tue, Jul 10, 2012 at 3:23 PM, William Stein wrote: Hello, Our library is in the market for a new scanner. We have done one major archival project using an Epson Perfection 4490. You can view the end product here: http://www.archives-wcpl.net/archive7_hall/. Scanning 81/2x11 and basic images is something the 4490 handles OK but things like newspapers are a nightmare. Also the image quality on some of the photos leaves something to be desired (although that could be operator error). A flatbed scanner would be nice. The Hall Collection (linked above) is our first preservation project and I have one or two more of similar scope in the works, but overall I'd say our needs are modest. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank You, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County PL Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kareemahhamdan at HOTMAIL.COM Tue Jul 10 14:24:28 2012 From: kareemahhamdan at HOTMAIL.COM (Kareemah Hamdan) Date: Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:24:28 -0400 Subject: scanner In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We use an Epson Expression 10000 XL scanner purchased in Sept. 2009 from Dell. The purchase price was $2070.32 plus $179 for the extended 2 year warranty. We also purchased the transparency unit at the same time for $414.06, and the 2 yr extended warranty on that was $59. I used it to put together the following collection for our public library (our first so far) : http://ccpl-discover.chesterfield.gov/iii/cpro/CollectionViewPage.external?lang=eng&sp=1000003&suite=def I scanned the newspapers in quarter sections (front of page top, front of page bottom. etc.) and then we compiled the 2 images into one using Photoshop. Hope this is helpful. Kareemah Hamdan Assistant Branch Manager, Senior Reference Librarian Chesterfield County Public Library Chesterfield, Virginia Date: Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:08:47 -0400 From: PWhitford at BRASWELL-LIBRARY.ORG Subject: Re: scanner To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU We have used an Epson Perfection V700 photo flatbed scanner, primarily for negatives and photos. I?m sure it could scan newspapers but it would not be optimum for such use. It is great with negatives, photos, and documents and I believe they cost between $400 and $500. For negatives we have also used a Hasselblad Flextight X5 film scanner. This is a very high dollar ($18,000 in 2009) film scanner we used on a digitization project. We no longer have a use for this scanner and are trying to find a home for it. So if any organization out there wants a great deal on a lightly used profession scanner please contact me off list. Phillip B. Whitford Associate Director for Support Services Braswell Memorial Library Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Opinions expressed may not be those of my organization From: Steffen Schilke [mailto:steffen.schilke at GMAIL.COM] Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 9:59 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] scanner Hallo, we have a judicial case file archiving going on using Kodak i620 (now 700) scanners. For DIN A0 we use a big OCE scanner - for newspapers a scanner from Zeutschel might be good (but expensive ;-). Regards sws On Tue, Jul 10, 2012 at 3:23 PM, William Stein wrote: Hello, Our library is in the market for a new scanner. We have done one major archival project using an Epson Perfection 4490. You can view the end product here: http://www.archives-wcpl.net/archive7_hall/. Scanning 81/2x11 and basic images is something the 4490 handles OK but things like newspapers are a nightmare. Also the image quality on some of the photos leaves something to be desired (although that could be operator error). A flatbed scanner would be nice. The Hall Collection (linked above) is our first preservation project and I have one or two more of similar scope in the works, but overall I'd say our needs are modest. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank You, Will Stein, Reference Librarian Washington County PL Abingdon, Va. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-10 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I am, of course, not looking for legal advice - I'm just wondering what sorts of issues you considered, who you talked to on campus, etc. Any ideas? Thanks Ken > PS - I think there was a web4lib discussion of some of this many years ago, but it appears the archives only go back to 2011 - what happened there? I must be out of the loop... ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From hagedonm at U.LIBRARY.ARIZONA.EDU Wed Jul 11 14:11:17 2012 From: hagedonm at U.LIBRARY.ARIZONA.EDU (Hagedon, Mike) Date: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 18:11:17 +0000 Subject: Guide on the Side tutorial software open-source release Message-ID: Please excuse cross-postings. The University of Arizona Libraries are pleased to announce the open-source release of the Guide on the Side web-based tutorial creation software. The Guide on the Side software is a freely available tool that allows librarians to quickly and easily create online, interactive tutorials that are based on the principles of authentic and active learning. An example can be viewed here: http://www.library.arizona.edu/applications/quickHelp/tutorial/searching-the-ua-library-catalog. You can find out more about the software and access the download at: http://code.library.arizona.edu/gots/. You can read more about the project in: "Technology In Practice: The Guide on the Side" in the May/June 2012 issue of American Libraries by Meredith Farkas: http://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/columns/practice/guide-side Please contact Leslie Sult (sultl at u.library.arizona.edu) or Mike Hagedon (hagedonm at u.library.arizona.edu) if you have any questions. ------------------------------------ Mike Hagedon Applications Systems Analyst/Developer, Senior Scholarly Publishing and Data Management Team University Libraries www.library.arizona.edu/ The University of Arizona (520) 235-0426 hagedonm at u.library.arizona.edu ------------------------------------ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU Wed Jul 11 14:55:25 2012 From: gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU (McKiernan, Gerard [LIB]) Date: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 18:55:25 +0000 Subject: Free Online Sustainability [MOOC] Course In-Reply-To: <31F366253C635746A73718A84BF5F9A811AAD886@ITSDAG5A.its.iastate.edu> Message-ID: *** Spoiler Alert > Possible Duplicate Posting *** Colleagues/ FYI > Free Online Sustainability [MOOC] Course /Gerry Starting August 27th 2012 and running for 8 weeks Sustainability: a global introduction" examines the global forces that will determine our sustainable future. We'll look at such questions as: What are the biggest threats - is it loss of biodiversity, climate change, or population growth? Is "peak oil" real, and can renewable sources bridge the energy gap? Where are we headed - do demographics, economics, science and policy point towards a prosperous future? The course is completely free, and delivered online. There will be a mixture of readings, short lectures, quizzes, collaborative projects and discussions. All participants who successfully complete the required activities (and tests!) will earn a completion badge. Schedule Week 1: Introduction & Population pessimism vs. optimism: Demographics, neo-malthusians and the disappearance of the third world Week 2: Ecosystems, Extinction & Tragedy of the Commons A theory that threatens to doom us all? Week 3: Climate Change The climate of the near future: hot, hotter, or hottest? Week 4: Energy What happens when we reach ?Peak Oil? Renewable energy: is there enough to make the switch? Week 5: Agriculture and Water Can we continue to increase food production - or have we reached the limit of what the land can support? Week 6: Environmental Economics and Policy Can economists lead the way to sustainability? Week 7: Measuring sustainability How do we know we're making a difference? Week 8: Ethics and Culture the long view Meet your Professor: Dr. Jonathan Tomkin is the Associate Director of the School of Earth, Society and Environment at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Tomkin leads the undergraduate program in sustainability and his research aims to uncover the processes of how changing climates, glaciers, and landscapes interact. This study has involved fieldwork all over the world - including the Olympic Mountains, the Swiss Alps, Patagonia and Antarctica. The course is the first ever "MOOC" (Massive Open Online Course) on sustainability, and is being supported by the School of Earth, Society and Environment, the Office of Online and Continuing Education, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and by the University of Illinois. Source and Links To Registration and Free Downloadable Textbook Available Via http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/2012/07/free-online-sustainability-mooc-course.html Enjoy ! Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From randtke at GMAIL.COM Wed Jul 11 23:18:37 2012 From: randtke at GMAIL.COM (Wilhelmina Randtke) Date: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:18:37 -0500 Subject: scanning campus newspaper / permissions In-Reply-To: <567035C5A77E804A962C7B4A4CC3B1441696B6DD@Mailbox1.wittenberg.edu> Message-ID: The university has an implied license to publish the articles. When a student submits the article to the newspaper to publish, they give permission to publish it. It is extremely unlikely that anything in those papers was obtained without the author knowing that it would go into the paper or even without the author intending for it to go into the paper and be published with the paper. The newspaper is part of the university, same as the library, so you have permission to duplicate these because you are with the same entity. -Wilhelmina On Wed, Jul 11, 2012 at 10:04 AM, Ken Irwin wrote: > Hi all,**** > > ** ** > > I work at a university library, and we?re investigating the possibility of > scanning the entire run of our student newspaper (outsourcing the job, not > doing it ourselves). **** > > > For those of you who have done similar projects, I would be interested in > know how you determined the legality of doing so. With thousands of authors > over the last century, none of whom signed contracts, license agreements, > etc of any sort, I wonder how universities decide how copyright plays into > all of this.**** > > ** ** > > I am, of course, not looking for legal advice ? I?m just wondering what > sorts of issues you considered, who you talked to on campus, etc. **** > > ** ** > > Any ideas? > > Thanks > Ken > PS ? I think there was a web4lib discussion of some of this many > years ago, but it appears the archives only go back to 2011 ? what happened > there? I must be out of the loop?**** > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-11 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bgsloan2 at YAHOO.COM Thu Jul 12 00:24:08 2012 From: bgsloan2 at YAHOO.COM (B.G. Sloan) Date: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:24:08 -0700 Subject: scanning campus newspaper / permissions In-Reply-To: Message-ID: I'm not sure?it's quite as straightforward as Wilhelmina portrays it. You should get a clarification from your student newspaper as to what the students agreed to when they published?articles, ? Bernie Sloan --- On Wed, 7/11/12, Wilhelmina Randtke wrote: From: Wilhelmina Randtke Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] scanning campus newspaper / permissions To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012, 11:18 PM The university has an implied license to publish the articles.? When a student submits the article to the newspaper to publish, they give permission to publish it.? It is extremely unlikely that anything in those papers was obtained without the author knowing that it would go into the paper or even without the author intending for it to go into the paper and be published with the paper. The newspaper is part of the university, same as the library, so you have permission to duplicate these because you are with the same entity. -Wilhelmina On Wed, Jul 11, 2012 at 10:04 AM, Ken Irwin wrote: Hi all, ? I work at a university library, and we?re investigating the possibility of scanning the entire run of our student newspaper (outsourcing the job, not doing it ourselves). For those of you who have done similar projects, I would be interested in know how you determined the legality of doing so. With thousands of authors over the last century, none of whom signed contracts, license agreements, etc of any sort, I wonder how universities decide how copyright plays into all of this. ? I am, of course, not looking for legal advice ? I?m just wondering what sorts of issues you considered, who you talked to on campus, etc. ? Any ideas? Thanks Ken > PS ? I think there was a web4lib discussion of some of this many years ago, but it appears the archives only go back to 2011 ? what happened there? I must be out of the loop?============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pbutler3 at UMW.EDU Thu Jul 12 08:32:59 2012 From: pbutler3 at UMW.EDU (Paul Butler (pbutler3)) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:32:59 -0400 Subject: scanning campus newspaper / permissions In-Reply-To: Message-ID: The place to start is the office of General Counsel for your university. Have them determine the copyright status of the newspaper/articles. For us it was determined that ownership and copyright were held by the university, so we were able to digitalize our collection. Cheers, Paul +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Paul R Butler Assistant Systems Librarian Simpson Library University of Mary Washington 1801 College Avenue Fredericksburg, VA 22401 540.654.1756 libraries.umw.edu Sent from the mighty Dell Vostro 230. From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Wilhelmina Randtke Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 11:19 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] scanning campus newspaper / permissions The university has an implied license to publish the articles. When a student submits the article to the newspaper to publish, they give permission to publish it. It is extremely unlikely that anything in those papers was obtained without the author knowing that it would go into the paper or even without the author intending for it to go into the paper and be published with the paper. The newspaper is part of the university, same as the library, so you have permission to duplicate these because you are with the same entity. -Wilhelmina On Wed, Jul 11, 2012 at 10:04 AM, Ken Irwin > wrote: Hi all, I work at a university library, and we're investigating the possibility of scanning the entire run of our student newspaper (outsourcing the job, not doing it ourselves). For those of you who have done similar projects, I would be interested in know how you determined the legality of doing so. With thousands of authors over the last century, none of whom signed contracts, license agreements, etc of any sort, I wonder how universities decide how copyright plays into all of this. I am, of course, not looking for legal advice - I'm just wondering what sorts of issues you considered, who you talked to on campus, etc. Any ideas? Thanks Ken > PS - I think there was a web4lib discussion of some of this many years ago, but it appears the archives only go back to 2011 - what happened there? I must be out of the loop... ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dgreen49 at CSCC.EDU Thu Jul 12 09:08:32 2012 From: dgreen49 at CSCC.EDU (David W. Green) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:08:32 -0400 Subject: Blackboard + EZProxy + Referring URL Authentication Message-ID: I am interested in how some might use EZProxy + Referring URL Authentication for Blackboard. We are interested in using Referring URL Authentication to allow those who have already authenticated into Blackboard to access library materials without the need to log in again. We were wondering, though, if anyone has this (or a similar) setup? Have you have had any problems with security with this setup? The documentation for Referring URL Authentication does list concerns of referral spoofing. While I think it's unlikely, it's still technically possible. Has anyone had this issue? (By the way, we are aware of the EZproxy/Blackboard Building Block; however, there are unique reasons we are trying to avoid this solution.) Any insight is greatly appreciated. David W. Green English Instructor Reference & Instruction Librarian Columbus State Community College 614.287.2460 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 From mwonkoba at YAHOO.COM Thu Jul 12 09:15:18 2012 From: mwonkoba at YAHOO.COM (wilfred onkoba) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 06:15:18 -0700 Subject: scanning campus newspaper / permissions In-Reply-To: <567035C5A77E804A962C7B4A4CC3B1441696B6DD@Mailbox1.wittenberg.edu> Message-ID: Hi Ken A working at a middle level college and I have almost a similar problem though slightly different. For clarity purposes, do want to micro Film the news papers or what. Our problem is on which technology is in the market for storage of old news papers. I had in mind microfiche but am wondering whether there is ay any better technology in the market. The solution for now has been binding them but we are faced with some challenges among them is space. Please let me know. Any body with your problem and mine will help us also. Best Regards, Wilfred Onkoba ________________________________ From: Ken Irwin To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 6:04 PM Subject: [WEB4LIB] scanning campus newspaper / permissions Hi all, ? I work at a university library, and we?re investigating the possibility of scanning the entire run of our student newspaper (outsourcing the job, not doing it ourselves). For those of you who have done similar projects, I would be interested in know how you determined the legality of doing so. With thousands of authors over the last century, none of whom signed contracts, license agreements, etc of any sort, I wonder how universities decide how copyright plays into all of this. ? I am, of course, not looking for legal advice ? I?m just wondering what sorts of issues you considered, who you talked to on campus, etc. ? Any ideas? Thanks Ken > PS ? I think there was a web4lib discussion of some of this many years ago, but it appears the archives only go back to 2011 ? what happened there? I must be out of the loop? ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-11 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jbrian at TEMPLE.EDU Thu Jul 12 09:31:04 2012 From: jbrian at TEMPLE.EDU (J. Brian Schoolar) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:31:04 -0400 Subject: Position Opening - Electronic Resources Librarian, Temple University, Philadelphia Message-ID: Apologies for cross-posting. The Temple University Libraries seek a motivated, energetic individual to serve as *Electronic Resources Librarian*. Temple?s federated library system serves an urban research university with over 1,800 full-time faculty and a student body of 36,000 that is among the most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit http://www.temple.edu. *Responsibilities* Under the supervision of the Head of Acquisitions & Collection Development, the incumbent will: - Coordinate overall e-resource acquisition and licensing workflow - Assist in negotiating pricing and other licensing terms with vendors - Maintain accurate information about the Libraries? e-resources in the e-resource knowledgebase (Serials Solutions) and A-Z database listings - Configure and maintain vendor platforms and library e-resource tools such as the link resolver (360 Link) and discovery system (Summon) - Serve as the primary contact for resolving technical problems with licensed e-resources - Work with Library Technology Services to manage the Ezproxy authentication service - Cultivate effective relationships with vendors - Oversee the collection of usage statistics and participate in e-resource assessment - Communicate e-resource news & updates to library staff - Maintain awareness of trends and best practices in e-resource acquisitions and access - Participate in library-wide activities or projects through service on library and university committees and working groups; the incumbent will be expected to be active professionally and also expected to meet requirements for contract renewals, promotion, and regular appointment. - Supervise one full-time staff member - Perform other duties as assigned *Qualifications* Required education and experience: ALA accredited MLS and evidence of e-resource management experience in an academic library environment. Required skills and abilities: - Experience with electronic library resource management / knowledgebase systems, OpenURL linking technologies, or authentication mechanisms - Familiarity with e-resource acquisitions and licensing workflow - Experience configuring, managing, or trouble-shooting web-based library resources - Demonstrated analytical problem solving skills and initiative - Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Preferred: - Experience negotiating licensing and pricing terms with publishers and other library vendors - Experience with Serials Solutions access management tools - Experience managing Ezproxy - Supervisory experience *Compensation:* Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation allowance. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. *To apply:* To apply for this position, please visit www.temple.edu, click on Jobs at Temple, and reference *TU-15475*. For full consideration, please submit your completed electronic application, and attach a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From LBurt at NORTHPARK.EDU Thu Jul 12 13:23:05 2012 From: LBurt at NORTHPARK.EDU (Burt-Nicholas, Laura) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 17:23:05 +0000 Subject: Position Opening - Head of Tech Services, North Park University, Chicago Message-ID: Posted on behalf of my director. Apologies for cross posting. Head of Technical Services Librarian - North Park University, Chicago Brandel Library seeks a Head of Technical Services to lead a talented staff team in the essential mission of acquiring and describing resources to facilitate use by the students, faculty and staff of North Park University. As collections and user needs change this position requires a librarian who is innovative and can effectively leverage our networked environment to ensure efficient access to all our information sources. The successful candidate will need to think strategically, be an excellent project manager, comfortable working with digital, print, and A/V formats, and be able to successfully collaborate with other professional staff including the Collection Management Librarian, e-Resources Librarian, and the Director of Archives and Special Collections. For position description and requirements, see http://tinyurl.com/c5f6grt. Appointment to begin as soon as position is filled. North Park University is owned and operated by the Evangelical Covenant Church and seeks candidates who possess a clear understanding of and commitment to the university's mission of Christian higher education. North Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from minorities. Please send cover letter, resume, and names of 3 references to Sally Anderson, Director of the Brandel Library, saanderson at northpark.edu. In addition, applicants must complete a North Park University employment application. Instructions are at: http://www.northpark.edu/About/Prospective-Faculty-and-Staff.aspx. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Sally Anderson Director of Brandel Library North Park University 3225 W. Foster Avenue Chicago, IL 60625 saanderson at northpark.edu> 773-244-5584 Laura Burt-Nicholas Reference and Instruction Librarian North Park University 3225 W. Foster Ave, Box 38 Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 244-5587 lburt at northpark.edu From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of J. Brian Schoolar Sent: Thursday, July 12, 2012 8:31 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Position Opening - Electronic Resources Librarian, Temple University, Philadelphia Apologies for cross-posting. The Temple University Libraries seek a motivated, energetic individual to serve as Electronic Resources Librarian. Temple's federated library system serves an urban research university with over 1,800 full-time faculty and a student body of 36,000 that is among the most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit http://www.temple.edu. Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Head of Acquisitions & Collection Development, the incumbent will: * Coordinate overall e-resource acquisition and licensing workflow * Assist in negotiating pricing and other licensing terms with vendors * Maintain accurate information about the Libraries' e-resources in the e-resource knowledgebase (Serials Solutions) and A-Z database listings * Configure and maintain vendor platforms and library e-resource tools such as the link resolver (360 Link) and discovery system (Summon) * Serve as the primary contact for resolving technical problems with licensed e-resources * Work with Library Technology Services to manage the Ezproxy authentication service * Cultivate effective relationships with vendors * Oversee the collection of usage statistics and participate in e-resource assessment * Communicate e-resource news & updates to library staff * Maintain awareness of trends and best practices in e-resource acquisitions and access * Participate in library-wide activities or projects through service on library and university committees and working groups; the incumbent will be expected to be active professionally and also expected to meet requirements for contract renewals, promotion, and regular appointment. * Supervise one full-time staff member * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required education and experience: ALA accredited MLS and evidence of e-resource management experience in an academic library environment. Required skills and abilities: * Experience with electronic library resource management / knowledgebase systems, OpenURL linking technologies, or authentication mechanisms * Familiarity with e-resource acquisitions and licensing workflow * Experience configuring, managing, or trouble-shooting web-based library resources * Demonstrated analytical problem solving skills and initiative * Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Preferred: * Experience negotiating licensing and pricing terms with publishers and other library vendors * Experience with Serials Solutions access management tools * Experience managing Ezproxy * Supervisory experience Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation allowance. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply: To apply for this position, please visit www.temple.edu, click on Jobs at Temple, and reference TU-15475. For full consideration, please submit your completed electronic application, and attach a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Presenters David Kernohan, Programme Manager, e-Learning, JISC Martin Weller, Professor, Open University Jonathan Worth, Course Leader, Coventry University David White, Researcher, University of Oxford Lou McGill, Consultant What will you learn or take away? An understanding of what a MOOC is and where the idea comes from Knowledge of international and UK work in this area. Who is this webinar aimed at? This webinar is aimed at strategic influencers and those interested in emerging online educational practice. Source and Link to A/V Available Via [ http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/2012/07/free-jisc-webinar-what-is-mooc-july-11.html ] /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From nathanielhill at GMAIL.COM Thu Jul 12 16:05:29 2012 From: nathanielhill at GMAIL.COM (Nate Hill) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:05:29 -0400 Subject: Job Opportunity- Systems Administrator / Creative Technologist, Chattanooga Public Library Message-ID: The Chattanooga Public Library is seeking a talented and visionary systems administrator to be a part of our transformation into a world-class library. Tennessee?s fourth largest city, Chattanooga is home to mountains, lakes and the Tennessee River and is a regional hub of outdoor activity. A revitalized downtown district and a growing arts culture combine to make Chattanooga enjoyable for all ages. With a low cost-of-living and a moderate climate, Chattanooga is a great place to live and work. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintenance and administration of the library?s online catalog and related software. This position will work closely with our management team as we seek to provide the best library experience available for our customers. Chattanooga?s status as a ?Gig City? will offer endless opportunity for technological expansion. The Public Library requires a forward thinking Systems Administrator with a proven track record of creative problem solving and innovation to lead that expansion. This position requires a Master?s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited graduate program and a minimum of four (4) years of experience as a professional librarian. The ideal candidate is a creative technologist with previous experience as a database administrator, preferably with Polaris or another ILS. Demonstrated knowledge of both client and server side scripting languages, as well as HTML, CSS, XML and JSON are required. Minimum beginning salary is $50,000 annually. Excellent benefits are available through the City of Chattanooga. Application forms are available for download at the Chattanooga Public Library website http://www.lib.chattanooga.gov/employment.html Please include a resume and contact information for three professional references along with a completed application form. Send to: Personnel Office Chattanooga Public Library 1001 Broad Street Chattanooga, TN 37402 or Jim Cooper cooper_j at lib.chattanooga.gov -- Nate Hill nathanielhill at gmail.com http://www.natehill.net ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lists.jbm at GMAIL.COM Thu Jul 12 16:48:29 2012 From: lists.jbm at GMAIL.COM (John Mignault) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:48:29 -0400 Subject: RFP: dbase IV conversion to webapps Message-ID: For a grant proposal we are preparing I am requesting quotes for a developer/designer to convert 2 DOS-format dbase iv databases into MySQL format and build web front ends for them. Please respond to this address with a quote asap. Thanks. --j -- John Mignault Systems Librarian The LuEsther T Mertz Library The New York Botanical Garden ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 From gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU Thu Jul 12 18:02:31 2012 From: gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU (McKiernan, Gerard [LIB]) Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:02:31 +0000 Subject: Free > Webinar > Basic OER Training and Discussions > July 13 Message-ID: *** Spoiler Alert / Possible Duplicate Posting *** Colleagues/ Discussions Available (Tomorrow) / Friday / July 13 2012 IMHO > A/V Are Most Excellent > /Gerry Time: July 13, 2012 from 7am to 1pm (PT) [8am MDT, 9am CDT, 10am EDT] Event Type: Webinars and discussions Organized By: College Open Textbooks and SoftChalk Attend any part or all of this informative six-hour overview of Open Educational Resources (OER) via viewing of four prerecorded Webinars alternating with live discussion. You can also watch any of the webinars prior to July 13; only the Discussions are in real-time. Webinar links will be available here by July 10. The Discussions are facilitated by OER thought and action leaders including Jacky Hood of College Open Textbooks, Cathy Swift of MERLOT, Marie Highby of Open Doors Group Consulting, and Cable Green of Creative Commons. Click on the links to watch the videos and join the Discussions. 7:00am > Defining OER: The WHAT and the WHY 8:00am > Discussion of WHAT and WHY / Facilitator: Jacky Hood 8:30am > Finding and Using OER: The WHERE and the WHEN 9:30am > Discussion of WHERE and WHEN / Facilitator: Cathy Swift 10:00am > Creating OER: The WHO and the HOW 11:00am > Discussion of WHO and HOW / Facilitator: Marie Highby 11:30am > Funding OER: Sustainability 12:30pm > Discussion of Sustainability / Facilitator: Cable Green 1:00pm > Adjourn Links To Pre-Recorded Webinar Segments / Associated Discussion Spaces /Etc. Available At http://digital-textbooks.blogspot.com/2012/07/free-webinar-basic-oer-training-and.html Enjoy ! Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarain Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://digital-textbooks.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-12 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US Fri Jul 13 15:26:29 2012 From: slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US (Sharon Logan) Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2012 19:26:29 +0000 Subject: Systems Librarian job position Message-ID: Please visit http://www.henricojobs.com Select libraries and then Librarian III/Systems Librarian. Closing date is July 30th. Sharon D. Logan Web Developer www.henricolibrary.org Henrico County Public Library 1001 N. Laburnum Ave., Henrico, VA 23223 office-(804)290-9021 * mobile-(804)349-5568 * fax-(804)222-5566 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-13 From gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU Fri Jul 13 16:08:37 2012 From: gerrymck at IASTATE.EDU (McKiernan, Gerard [LIB]) Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2012 20:08:37 +0000 Subject: The World of Massive Open Online Courses [Infographic] ; "I'll Have You Know ... ." In-Reply-To: <31F366253C635746A73718A84BF5F9A811AB0C6A@ITSDAG5A.its.iastate.edu> Message-ID: *** Spoiler Alert > Possible Duplicate Postings *** Colleagues/ For your Friday PM viewing pleasure ... The World of Massive Open Online Courses [Infographic] http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-world-of-massive-open-online.html "I'll Have You Know ... ." http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/2012/07/ill-have-you-know.html /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor and Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University 152 Parks Library Ames IA 50011 http://alternative-educate.blogspot.com/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-13 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glaroza at ATENEO.EDU Sun Jul 15 20:38:43 2012 From: glaroza at ATENEO.EDU (Gerry O. Laroza) Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:38:43 +0800 Subject: imo.im widgets Message-ID: Hi, we are looking for meebo alternative and found imo.im interesting. Is there an imo.im widget that can be incorporated to our website (just like meebo)? Please advise. Kind regards, Gerry O. Laroza Computer & Audio-visual Section Rizal Library Ateneo de Manila University "Hardwork is useless, unless appreciated!" ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-15 From bax at UFMG.BR Mon Jul 16 08:56:38 2012 From: bax at UFMG.BR (Marcello Bax) Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:56:38 -0300 Subject: CFP ONTOBRAS - MOST In-Reply-To: Message-ID: With apologies for multiple posting. Please forward to interested parties. -------------------------------------------------------------------- ** DEADLINE EXTENDED & SLIGHT CHANGE OF DATES ** -------------------------------------------------------------------- ONTOBRAS - MOST 5th Research Seminar of Ontologies in Brazil 7th International Workshop on Metamodels, Ontologies, Semantic Technologies http://ontobras-most.net84.net/?q=en ** OUGHT TO LOGISTICAL REASONS, THE EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED ONLY TWO DAYS: ** September 19 - 21, 2012 - Recife/PE - Brasil Co-located event: 1st Workshop on Semantic Web and Amazonian Biodiversity Ontology ** DATE DEFINED: September 18, 2012 ** VENUE DEFINED : Both events will take place at Best Western Manibu Recife Hotel, 4 stars www.hotelmanibu.com ** TUTORIAL AND KEYNOTE TALKS FULLY DEFINED: Keynotes will be Franz Baader, J?r?me Euzenat and Giancarlo Guizzardi. See tutorials' and talks' titles below. Descriptions are available on event's site ** REGISTRATION TO BE OPEN IN A FEW DAYS. Ontology is a cross-disciplinary field concerning with the study of concepts and theories that support the building of shared conceptualizations of specific domains. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the application of ontologies to solve modeling and classification problems in diverse areas such as Computer Science, Information Science, Philosophy, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistic, Knowledge Management and many others. The Ontology Research Seminar in Brazil foresees an opportunity and scientific environment in which researchers and practitioners from Information Sciences and Computer Science can exchange the theories, methodologies, languages, tools and experience related to the ontology development and application. In particular, this Fifth Edition of the Ontology Research Seminar is being held simultaneously with the Seventh Edition of International Workshop on Metamodels, Ontologies, Semantic Technologies and the First Workshop on Semantic Web and Amazonian Biodiversity Ontology, putting forward the effort of the research community in integrating the previous events about Ontologies that has happened in Brazil in recent years, in order to create a unique highly scientifically qualified international forum for presenting and discussing the subject. Therefore, we provide a non-comprehensive list of areas and researchers? communities from which we expect to receive submissions: - Information Science, for instance working with ontologies, thesauri, knowledge management among other applications, - Databases, for instance working with semantic data integration, linked open data, among other applications, - Artificial Intelligence, for instance working with knowledge based systems, agents, ontology reasoning, among other applications - Software Engineering, for instance working with conceptual modeling, Business Process Models, among other applications, - Informatics in Education, for instance working with Educational Ontologies , Semantic Web-based Educational Standards, among other applications, - Linguistics and philosophy, working with natural language processing using ontologies, theories of representation, among other applications. Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit theoretical, technical and practical research contributions that directly or indirectly address the issues above. Particularly welcome are e-science, life-sciences, e-business and cultural applications. CALL FOR PAPERS We would like to invite you to participate in the 5th Research Seminar of Ontologies in Brazil and International Workshop on Metamodels, Ontologies, Semantic Technologies, which will be held this year in Recife, PE, Brazil, on September 17-19. ONTOBRAS-MOST is the Brazilian meeting for discussing Ontologies and this year will be sponsored by Federal University of Pernambuco. We are interested in the various aspects of the field, from its philosophical and theoretical foundations to the new technologies and innovative applications. In this edition, the meeting is opened to submissions in two categories: - Full papers (maximum 12 pages) written in English and describing work with clear demonstrated results. Accepted full paper will be invited for oral presentation. The best full papers will be invited to be extended for publication in an influential international journal. - Short papers (maximum 6 pages) written in Portuguese, English, or Spanish and describing ongoing work. Accepted short papers will be invited for poster presentations. All submissions must be in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) and must follow the Sociedade Brasileira de Computa??o (SBC) conference format available at: http://www.sbc.org.br Electronic submission: https://submissoes.sbc.org.br/ontobras_most2012 The conference proceedings will be published in the online journal CEUR-WS (http://www.ceur-ws.org). IMPORTANT DATES - ** NEW ** Main track submission deadline: 23 July 2012 - Acceptance notification: 23 August 2012 - Final version: 27 August 2012 TOPICS Suggested areas include, but are not limited to: - Ontology and Conceptual Modeling: Ontological Foundations for Conceptual Modeling and Metamodeling Foundational ontologies Upper-level ontologies Semantic consistency Ontology-based conceptual modeling tools and environments - Ontologies and Knowledge Organization: Facets Theory Concept Theory Terminology Folksonomies Documentary languages. Thesaurus Taxonomies Metadata - Ontology Engineering: Methodology, languages and tools Composition and modularity Merging, mapping and alignment Ontology language interoperability Integration methods, problems and practice - Semantic Web: Modelling Information retrieval Ontology Search - Ontology and Natural Language Processing: Linguistic ontologies applied to text processing Patterns of ontologies for specific applications - Ontology applications: Domain ontologies in e-science, e-business, natural sciences and others Knowledge management Ontologies and semantic technologies in Education - Ontology Visualization KEYNOTE SPEAKERS / TUTORIALISTS - J?rome Euzenat (INRIA, Rh?ne-Alpes, France) Keynote talk: "Distributed and dynamic knowledge for real" Tutorial: "Ontology matching" - Franz Baader (University of Dresden, Germany) Keynote talk: "Logic meets the real world: How can logical reasoning be used to achieve higher-level situation awareness?" Tutorial: "Introduction to Description Logics" - Giancarlo Guizzardi (Federal University if Esp?rito Santo, Brazil) Keynote talk: "The Humble Ontologist - Theoretical Foundations and Engineering Tools for Building Ontologies as Reference Conceptual Models" Tutorial: "Ontological Foundations for Conceptual Modeling with Applications" PANEL A panel on Brazilian federal e-government solutions, applications, success cases, standards, efforts and actions performed by the Brazilian W3C Office will be presented at the event. COMMITTEES General Chairs - ONTOBRAS-MOST - Fred Freitas (UFPE, Brazil) - fred at cin.ufpe.br - Bernadette Loscio (UFPE, Brazil) - bfl at cin.ufpe.br Chair - AMAZONIA SEMANTICA - Jos? Laurindo Campos dos Santos (INPA, Brazil) - lcampos at inpa.gov.br Program Chairs - ONTOBRAS-MOST - Andreia Malucelli (PUCPR, Brazil) - malu at ppgia.pucpr.br - Marcelo Bax (UFMG, Brazil) - bax at ufmg.br Steering Committee - Fernando Gauthier (UFSC, Brazil) - Fred Freitas (UFPE, Brazil) - Giancarlo Guizzardi (UFES, Brazil) - Mara Abel (UFRGS, Brazil) - Marcello Bax (UFMG, Brazil) - Maria Claudia Cavalcanti (IME, Brazil) - Maria Luiza de Almeida Campos (UFF, Brazil) - Renata Vieira (PUCRS, Brazil) - Sonia Elisa Caregnato (UFRGS, Brazil) Program Committee Alan Pedro da Silva (UFAL, Brazil) Alcione Oliveira (UFV, Brazil) Alexandre Rademaker (FGV, Brazil) Alicia Diaz (UNLP, Argentina) Ana Carolina Salgado (UFPE, Brazil) Ana Maria de Carvalho Moura (LNCC/RJ, Brazil) Andre Freitas (DERI, Ireland) Andreia Malucelli (PUCPR, Brazil) Cassia Santos (INRIA & LIG, France) Cesar Tacla (UTFPR, Brazil) Claudio Gutierrez (UCHILE, Chile) Edward Hermann Haeusler (PUC-Rio, Brazil) Emerson Paraiso (PUCPR, Brazil) Evandro de Barros Costa (UFAL, Brazil) Fabio Andre Porto (LNCC, Brazil) Fernanda Baiao (UNIRIO, Brazil) Fernanda Lima (UnB, Brazil) Fernando Naufel do Amaral (UFF, Brazil) Fernando Silva Parreiras (FUMEC, Brazil) Fred Freitas (UFPE, Brazil) Frederico Durao (CESAR, Brazil) Gabriela Henning (UNL, Argentine) Gerd Wagner (BTU Cottbus, Germany) Gustavo Gim?nez-Lugo (UTFPR, Brazil) Ig Ibert Bittencourt (UFAL, Brazil) J?r?me Euzenat (INRIA & LIG, France) Jos? Palazzo Moreira de Oliveira (UFRGS, Brazil) Jos? Parente de Oliveira (ITA, Brazil) Juan Garcia-Gomez (UPV, Spain) Laurindo Campos (INPA, Brazil) Lucelene Lopes (PUCRS, Brazil) Luis M?rcio Spinosa (PUCPR, Brazil) Mara Abel (UFRGS, Brazil) Marcela Vegetti (INGAR/UTN, Argentine) Marcelo Bax (UFMG, Brazil) Maria Luiza Campos (UFF, Brazil) Maria Luiza Campos (UFRJ, Brazil) Mauricio Almeida (ECI-UFMG, Brazil) Monalessa Barcellos (UFES, Brazil) Oscar Corcho (UPM, Spain) Rafael da Rocha (UFRGS, Brazil) Regina Braga (UFJF, Brazil) Regina Motz (UDELAR, Uruguay) Renata Galante (UFRGS, Brazil) Renata Vieira (PUCRS, Brazil) Renata Wassermann (IME-USP, Brazil) Renato Souza (FGV, Brazil) Ricardo Falbo (UFES, Brazil) Roberta Ferrario (LOA, Italy) Rove Chishman (UNISINOS, Brazil) Sandro Fiorini (UFRGS, Brazil) S?nia Elisa Caregnato (UFRGS, Brazil) Sean Siqueira (UNIRIO, Brazil) Seiji Isotani (USP, Brazil) Stefan Schulz (MUG, Austria) ---------------------------------------------------------------- This message was sent using IMP, the Internet Messaging Program. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-16 From shoresml at MUOHIO.EDU Mon Jul 16 10:25:13 2012 From: shoresml at MUOHIO.EDU (Shores, Mark L. Mr.) Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:25:13 -0400 Subject: Position: Public Services Librarian, Miami University Hamilton (OH) Message-ID: Please excuse cross-postings... University Libraries (Hamilton Campus): Public Services Librarian/Assistant Librarian to provide reference, collection management, and instructional services; apply usability and accessibility standards to create and maintain library web pages; conduct assessment and maintain relevant statistics; foster strong relationships with academic departments; contribute to library's team organization; other duties as assigned; some evenings and weekends required. Require: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited institution; web site design and maintenance experience; commitment to quality public service; ability to work independently and with a team to carry out projects on a deadline; strong written and verbal communication skills; flexibility in an environment of continual change; commitment to meet Libraries' requirements for promotion and continuing contract (see http://www.lib.muoho.edu/about/larps.pdf) Desire: Experience providing or supporting instruction using distance-learning technologies and social media; experience with Drupal content management system; knowledge of Web 2.0 best practices as applied to libraries; experience teaching one-shot instruction sessions and credit courses; public service in an academic library. Submit letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to muhlibsearch at muohio.edu. Screening of applications begins August 13, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Miami University is an EEO/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. More information about Miami University can be found at the OEEO website at http://www.units.muohio.edu/oeeo/employment-recruitment . Right to Know-Consumer Information found at http://www.miami.muohio.edu/about-miami/publications-and-policies/student-consumer-info/ Hard copy upon request. Mark L. Shores Assistant Director/Regional Campus Librarian Rentschler Library Miami University Hamilton 1600 University Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011 Ph: 513-785-3203 Fax: 513-785-3231 Email: shoresML at muohio.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-16 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Laroza Computer & Audio-visual Section Rizal Library Ateneo de Manila University "Hardwork is useless, unless appreciated!" ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-15 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-16 From kocevarweidingerea at LONGWOOD.EDU Tue Jul 17 09:25:32 2012 From: kocevarweidingerea at LONGWOOD.EDU (Kocevar-Weidinger, Elizabeth) Date: Tue, 17 Jul 2012 09:25:32 -0400 Subject: Systems Librarian Position Announcement Message-ID: This announcement is posted on behalf of Diane VanderPol - Director of the Library, Westminster College - Salt Lake City, UT. Westminster College is seeking an innovative and talented Systems Librarian to join the Giovale Library staff. The Systems Librarian provides leadership, vision, and expertise related to library systems, technologies, software, and hardware that increase and enhance access to Westminster's academic resources. S/he manages and supports the library's suite of information systems, including a SirsiDynix Symphony Integrated Library System on Oracle, Serials Solutions' federated search and link resolver, EZ Proxy's authentication system, and the ILLiad interlibrary loan management system. The Systems Librarian is also responsible for the development and maintenance of the Library's web pages, working within the style and design guidelines of the College. All librarians at Westminster College serve as a liaison to selected schools and programs and participate in reference, instruction and collection development. For full announcement, go to http://tinyurl.com/d6hzrmq Elizabeth Kocevar-Weidinger Instruction/Reference and Interim E-resources Services Librarian/Professor Greenwood Library, Longwood University 201 High Street, Farmville, Virginia 23909 tel: 434.395.2445 fax: 434.395.2453 email: kocevarweidingerea at longwood.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From LBurt at NORTHPARK.EDU Tue Jul 17 09:36:43 2012 From: LBurt at NORTHPARK.EDU (Burt-Nicholas, Laura) Date: Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:36:43 +0000 Subject: Head of Tech Services Position Chicago IL Message-ID: If you are interested in working for a private liberal arts college in an urban context I hope you will consider joining us. Usual apologies for cross posting. -Laura Head of Technical Services Librarian - North Park University, Chicago Brandel Library seeks a Head of Technical Services to lead a talented staff team in the essential mission of acquiring and describing resources to facilitate use by the students, faculty and staff of North Park University. As collections and user needs change this position requires a librarian who is innovative and can effectively leverage our networked environment to ensure efficient access to all our information sources. The successful candidate will need to think strategically, be an excellent project manager, comfortable working with digital, print, and A/V formats, and be able to successfully collaborate with other professional staff including the Collection Management Librarian, e-Resources Librarian, and the Director of Archives and Special Collections. For position description and requirements, see http://tinyurl.com/c5f6grt. Appointment to begin as soon as position is filled. North Park University is owned and operated by the Evangelical Covenant Church and seeks candidates who possess a clear understanding of and commitment to the university's mission of Christian higher education. North Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from minorities. Please send cover letter, resume, and names of 3 references to Sally Anderson, Director of the Brandel Library, saanderson at northpark.edu. In addition, applicants must complete a North Park University employment application. Instructions are at: http://www.northpark.edu/About/Prospective-Faculty-and-Staff.aspx. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. [Posted for Director Sally Anderson] Laura Burt-Nicholas Reference and Instruction Librarian North Park University 3225 W. Foster Ave, Box 38 Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 244-5587 lburt at northpark.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jposgate at OURDIGITALWORLD.ORG Tue Jul 17 09:55:43 2012 From: jposgate at OURDIGITALWORLD.ORG (Jess Posgate) Date: Tue, 17 Jul 2012 09:55:43 -0400 Subject: imo.im widgets Message-ID: We recently implemented Zoho Live Chat because it works for one support person servicing any user who clicks through from our Toolkit webpages. We're a friendly bunch here at VITA Toolkit, and the user side widget window is very plain--i.e. no full RTF menu, no look up of emoticons, no file transfer or screenshare controls--compared to the support person window. I've put in some requests to have at least file transfer on the user side (so they can send me a screenshot of what you're seeing) and the Zoho folks are very responsive on their forums, which is encouraging. We'll see how quickly their development cycles turn. It's only been live since Meebo went down July 11, but so far so good. Jess ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-17 From john.fink at GMAIL.COM Tue Jul 17 14:46:19 2012 From: john.fink at GMAIL.COM (John Fink) Date: Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:46:19 -0400 Subject: Digital Experience and Digital Repository Librarian jobs at McMaster University Message-ID: Hello Web4Lib folks, McMaster University is hiring two permanent, full-time positions! Please take a look at our Digital Experience Librarian posting ( https://workingatmcmaster.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7537) and Digital Repository Librarian posting ( https://workingatmcmaster.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7538) and consider applying. jf ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-17 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Silvia.Southwick at UNLV.EDU Wed Jul 18 16:53:17 2012 From: Silvia.Southwick at UNLV.EDU (Silvia Southwick) Date: Wed, 18 Jul 2012 13:53:17 -0700 Subject: Job Posting: Head of Discovery Services Librarian Message-ID: POSITION TITLE The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a Head of Discovery Services Librarian. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu. ROLE of the POSITION The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries seeks innovative, collaborative, user-focused applicants for a newly created Head of Discovery Services Librarian position. This leadership position will join the Logistics & Resources Distribution Services (LRDS) Division which encompasses most but not all of the Libraries functions of collection and content management, access and delivery of resources, and bibliographic and metadata services. The LRDS Division has successfully implemented Lean over the past two years to fulfill the management functions necessary to measure and evaluate process performance. Staff and librarians are knowledgeable, innovative, and empowered to work together in teams to solve problems and continuously improve existing and newly developed processes and services that are focused on providing value to a wide range of customers. Reporting to the Director of Logistics & Resources Distribution Services and together with the Head of Collections (Access), this position will co-manage LRDS a division-wide staff of 20+, focusing on the Discovery aspects of the Division?s work. The incumbent will continue to develop a new ?technical services? paradigm through the supervision of staff and librarians involved with the cataloging/metadata workflows that enhance discovery and access of print and electronic resources, regardless of ownership, but always keeping the end-user in mind. This work requires collaboration with others across the organization engaged in related challenges. Responsibilities include contributing to leadership and vision in the design of a comprehensive, future-oriented approach to making library collections (and other materials) accessible regardless of system(s). This will involve working across divisions to collaboratively develop and coordinate the various cataloging/metadata related workflows that facilitate ubiquitous access and discovery and continuously evaluate the Libraries? online resource discovery environment. This position, with a strong background in MARC record management and familiarity with non-MARC standards will also contribute to the library-wide effort to research next generation ILS / Library Services Platforms. This position will facilitate the MARC metadata ?clean up? associated with significant print collection migrations. The successful candidate is expected to work collegially and to build partnerships within the Libraries and on campus; engage in scholarly activities; and provide service to the university, the community, and the profession in accordance with the Libraries and Universities standards for promotion and tenure. As a strong partner in student learning, UNLV Libraries fosters critical thinking and lifelong learning with innovative services, entrepreneurial staff, over one million volumes, outstanding digital collections, up-to-date technology and internationally renowned Special Collections in four modern, flexible facilities. We are an organization committed to continuous improvement as informed by data and other evidence collected through review processes such as Lean as well as a wide range of other organizational assessments. We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds to join our growing organization of over 100 experienced faculty librarians and staff members supporting teaching, learning, research and creative endeavors at one of the nation?s fastest growing universities. For more information, please visit http://www.library.unlv.edu/employment QUALIFICATIONS Required: A master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association. Knowledge of next-gen information discovery systems and application of linked data and semantic web technologies. Knowledge of current and emerging models and tools used by libraries for resource discovery. Experience working with and transforming catalog data/MARC; familiarity with Dublin Core and non-MARC metadata; demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, coordinate, and implement complex projects and services; evidence of a commitment to and experience with methods of gathering evidence to improve workflows and systems for our users. Within LRDS, the ability to supervise and work with people, bringing them into a new ?technical services?/information paradigm ? someone who can communicate effectively, and inspire action. Preferred: Knowledge of operating systems, database design, software development and applications related to library services, including mobile technologies. Prior experience with process improvement methodologies and assessment practices, i.e., Lean, Six Sigma, TQM. Prior experience with next-gen information discovery systems SALARY RANGE This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position at Rank II or III (equivalent to an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor). Salaries are competitive and dependent upon labor market. Position is contingent upon funding. APPLICATION DETAILS Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. 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URL: From ryanchr at CLEMSON.EDU Thu Jul 19 09:08:20 2012 From: ryanchr at CLEMSON.EDU (Christine Ryan) Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 09:08:20 -0400 Subject: E-Science Position - Clemson University Message-ID: Clemson University Libraries Position Announcement E-Science Librarian Clemson University Library seeks an innovative and motivated professional to work with a team of vibrant library faculty to envision and implement the library's E-Science initiatives and serve as faculty liaison for the new institutional repository. Reporting to the head of the Reference Unit, the E-Science librarian will provide research assistance, instruction, collection management, and outreach services for students, faculty, and staff in the physical and biological sciences. This is a 12-month tenure-track position with faculty rank and status. Requirements * ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent. * Experience providing research services in the sciences, or a bachelor's degree in a physical or biological science discipline. Preferred Qualifications * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Instruction or teaching experience. * Knowledgeable about physical & biological sciences resources and services. * Motivated and inspired to reach out to faculty and students and create innovative library services. * Experience with some aspect of E-Science support. * Evidence of, or potential for, professional and/or scholarly activity. Salary and Benefits: Minimum: $45,000; rank and competitive salary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. For a full description of this position go to http://www.clemson.edu/library/lib_overview/jobs/fac/EScilib12.html Application process: Submit a letter of interest directly addressing the requirements for the position; your r?sum?; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references electronically as a single attachment in Word or PDF format to Suzanne Rook Schilf, Chair, E-Science Librarian Search Committee, rook at clemson.edu. Applications received by August 5, 2012 will be guaranteed consideration. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure Act requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding areas. As a current or prospective Clemson University employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information for this institution. For more information regarding our Employment, Campus Safety and Benefits, please visit the Human Resources - Prospective Employees web page shown below: http://www.clemson.edu/cao/humanresources/prospective/ Closing Statement Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information ******************************************************************* Christine E. Ryan Electronic Resources Librarian; Associate Librarian Clemson University Libraries Phone: 864.656.5175 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-19 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We were wondering what products other libraries are using to offer screen sharing reference help? -- Jonathan Bloy Librarian, Head of Digital Initiatives Edgewood College Madison, Wisconsin http://library.edgewood.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-19 From pat.rapp at FAIRPORTLIBRARY.ORG Thu Jul 19 11:55:37 2012 From: pat.rapp at FAIRPORTLIBRARY.ORG (Pat Rapp) Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:55:37 +0000 Subject: Options for helping patrons via screen sharing In-Reply-To: <382222D591EC0045887D772C1B29C90F8356352C@EML215.edgewood.edu> Message-ID: I was at a conference where a librarian gave a presentation on using Jing for including screencasting in reference questions. Here's a link: http://www.techsmith.com/jing.html -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Jonathan Bloy Sent: Thursday, July 19, 2012 11:44 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Options for helping patrons via screen sharing For a while now, my library has been using Skype to offer reference help and we're looking into other methods for doing reference that would involve screen sharing. Something like GoToMeeting is appealing to us because the patron doesn't have to install software on their end. We were wondering what products other libraries are using to offer screen sharing reference help? -- Jonathan Bloy Librarian, Head of Digital Initiatives Edgewood College Madison, Wisconsin http://library.edgewood.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-19 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-19 From steffen.schilke at GMAIL.COM Thu Jul 19 12:01:06 2012 From: steffen.schilke at GMAIL.COM (Steffen Schilke) Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:01:06 +0200 Subject: Options for helping patrons via screen sharing In-Reply-To: <382222D591EC0045887D772C1B29C90F8356352C@EML215.edgewood.edu> Message-ID: Hi, I use screenleap.com and teamviewer (the free version) and both work nice. There are http://www.anymeeting.com/ and edudip.com Kind regards Sws On Jul 19, 2012 4:44 PM, "Jonathan Bloy" wrote: > For a while now, my library has been using Skype to offer reference help > and we're looking into other methods for doing reference that would involve > screen sharing. Something like GoToMeeting is appealing to us because the > patron doesn't have to install software on their end. > > We were wondering what products other libraries are using to offer screen > sharing reference help? > > > -- > Jonathan Bloy > Librarian, Head of Digital Initiatives > Edgewood College > Madison, Wisconsin > http://library.edgewood.edu > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-19 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-19 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. Thank you! -- Lixia Zhao Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock 501-569-3454 lxzhao at ualr.edu http://library.ualr.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US Fri Jul 20 13:42:02 2012 From: slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US (Sharon Logan) Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:42:02 +0000 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We employ a laptop checkout program in a select few of our library branches. Henricolibrary.org Check out locations: Dumbarton, Fairfield, Sandston, and Varina. They all have a link to the agreement used under Facility & Services. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Sharon Logan slogan at henricolibrary.org From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Lixia Zhao Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 1:05 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program We are investigating a laptop checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library.? Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? ?How did you assess the success or failure of the program?? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. Thank you! -- Lixia Zhao Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock 501-569-3454 lxzhao at ualr.edu http://library.ualr.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 ______________________________________________________________________ This e-mail has been scanned by MCI Managed Email Content Service, using Skeptic(tm) technology powered by MessageLabs. For more information on MCI's Managed Email Content Service, visit http://www.mci.com. ______________________________________________________________________ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 From Denyse_Rodgers at BAYLOR.EDU Fri Jul 20 14:10:21 2012 From: Denyse_Rodgers at BAYLOR.EDU (Rodgers, Denyse) Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:10:21 +0000 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: The Baylor University Libraries have had a laptop checkout program since 2001 and it has been very successful. We have over 70 that circulate now. More information can be found here: http://www.baylor.edu/lib/techguide/index.php?id=46593 http://www.baylor.edu/lib/circ/ I can put you in touch with the staff member in charge of our program if you need additional information. Thanks, Denyse Denyse Rodgers Library Information Systems Baylor University Electronic Library One Bear Place #97148 Waco, TX 76798-7148 254.710.2771 (voice) 254.710.7271 (fax) denyse_rodgers at baylor.edu From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Lixia Zhao Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 12:05 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program We are investigating a laptop checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. 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Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? > > Any help you can give me would be appreciated. > > Thank you! > > > > -- > Lixia Zhao > Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian > Ottenheimer Library, > University of Arkansas at Little Rock > 501-569-3454 > lxzhao at ualr.edu > http://library.ualr.edu > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-20 > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-20 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dmunson at EWU.EDU Fri Jul 20 15:28:39 2012 From: dmunson at EWU.EDU (Munson, Doris) Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:28:39 -0700 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We circulate 200 laptops, as well as digital projectors, camcorders, digital cameras, and accessories such as tripods and portable screens. The students fund it with their technology fee dollars and it's very successful. The program started with 20 laptops in 2002 but we're reached the upper limit on the number of laptops. We haven't stopped checking out laptops for any period, but did stop circulating other technology when it was no longer being used. On the other hand, we added portable screens at the suggestion of a student. You can get more information at http://www.ewu.edu/library/services/equipment/equipment-checkout.xml. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Regards, Doris Doris Munson Systems/Reference Librarian Eastern Washington University dmunson at ewu.edu 509-359-6395 From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Lixia Zhao Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 10:05 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program We are investigating a laptop checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. Thank you! -- Lixia Zhao Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock 501-569-3454 lxzhao at ualr.edu http://library.ualr.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mviana at PUCRS.BR Fri Jul 20 15:31:47 2012 From: mviana at PUCRS.BR (Michelangelo M M Viana) Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 19:31:47 +0000 Subject: RES: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program Message-ID: Hi fellows, Here at PUCRS Central Library we have 38 Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks available for checkout, for in-house use only, since 2008. Last year (2011) they were checked out 12,775 times. Each one has a barcode, and is loaned to the borrower using our Aleph Circulation module. Here you can find some analytical data about their usage, which justify their maintenance: http://www.pucrs.br/biblioteca/Notebooks_pucrs_brazil.pdf Regards, Michelangelo Michelangelo Mazzardo Marques Viana | Support and Development Central Library Systems Coordinator. Librarian CRB-10/1306 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul - PUCRS Ir. Jose Otao Central Library | Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil +55(51) 3320.3544 r. 4371 | mviana at pucrs.br | http://www.pucrs.br/biblioteca De: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] Em nome de Rodgers, Denyse Enviada em: sexta-feira, 20 de julho de 2012 15:10 Para: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Assunto: Re: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program The Baylor University Libraries have had a laptop checkout program since 2001 and it has been very successful. We have over 70 that circulate now. More information can be found here: http://www.baylor.edu/lib/techguide/index.php?id=46593 http://www.baylor.edu/lib/circ/ I can put you in touch with the staff member in charge of our program if you need additional information. Thanks, Denyse Denyse Rodgers Library Information Systems Baylor University Electronic Library One Bear Place #97148 Waco, TX 76798-7148 254.710.2771 (voice) 254.710.7271 (fax) denyse_rodgers at baylor.edu From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Lixia Zhao Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 12:05 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program We are investigating a laptop checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. Thank you! -- Lixia Zhao Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock 501-569-3454 lxzhao at ualr.edu http://library.ualr.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-20 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mdehmlow at ND.EDU Fri Jul 20 16:30:15 2012 From: mdehmlow at ND.EDU (Mark Dehmlow) Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:30:15 -0400 Subject: Job Opportunity: Digital Access Librarian at the University of Notre Dame Message-ID: An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From lxzhao at UALR.EDU Mon Jul 23 12:44:27 2012 From: lxzhao at UALR.EDU (Lixia Zhao) Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:44:27 -0500 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Thank you all for responses. I got a lot of positive feedback and helpful tips on the laptop checkout program. I have more questions. 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? How often do you upgrade the hardware? Did you get ride of some old laptops? 2. What's security method you are using? Thank you very much. Lixia On Fri, Jul 20, 2012 at 12:04 PM, Lixia Zhao wrote: > We are investigating a *laptop* checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? > > > How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? > > Any help you can give me would be appreciated. > > Thank you! > > > > -- > Lixia Zhao > Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian > Ottenheimer Library, > University of Arkansas at Little Rock > 501-569-3454 > lxzhao at ualr.edu > http://library.ualr.edu > > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dmunson at EWU.EDU Mon Jul 23 13:11:25 2012 From: dmunson at EWU.EDU (Munson, Doris) Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 10:11:25 -0700 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? 200 2. How often do you upgrade the hardware? Laptops are replaced when they are four years old. 3. Did you get ride of some old laptops? Laptops older than four years are surplussed to the IT department. 4. What's security method you are using? We have security cameras that monitor the service desk 24/7. An inventory of all equipment is done daily. If something is missing, the university police review the security tapes to see who might have taken the equipment. We haven't had anything stolen from the service area since we put this in place four years ago. Needless to say, we're very happy with our system given that we also manage 30 digital projectors, 30 camcorders, and 30 digital cameras. (Checked out equipment has been stolen from students.) Regards, Doris Doris Munson Systems/Reference Librarian Eastern Washington University dmunson at ewu.edu 509-359-6395 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mviana at PUCRS.BR Mon Jul 23 13:28:59 2012 From: mviana at PUCRS.BR (Michelangelo M M Viana) Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:28:59 +0000 Subject: RES: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Lixia, 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? - 38 How often do you upgrade the hardware? - Since 2008, Office was not upgraded (still is 2007). Only IE was (7>8>9). Did you get ride of some old laptops? - Only when they need to be discarded (when are broken). In this case, they are replaced. 2. What's security method you are using? - Our IT team opened the notebooks and inserted electromagnetic strips inside them, the same used for books (3M brand) - below the keyboard, so the EM gates buzz when it pass through it. They are also loaned to the user through the Aleph500 (barcode / and password) and users also sign a commitment form, so even when he/she want to "steal", we know who has checked out the notebook. Regards, Michelangelo Michelangelo Mazzardo Marques Viana | Support and Development Central Library Systems Coordinator. Librarian CRB-10/1306 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul - PUCRS Ir. Jose Otao Central Library | Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil +55(51) 3320.3544 r. 4371 | mviana at pucrs.br | http://www.pucrs.br/biblioteca De: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] Em nome de Lixia Zhao Enviada em: segunda-feira, 23 de julho de 2012 13:44 Para: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Assunto: Re: [WEB4LIB] laptop check out program Thank you all for responses. I got a lot of positive feedback and helpful tips on the laptop checkout program. I have more questions. 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? How often do you upgrade the hardware? Did you get ride of some old laptops? 2. What's security method you are using? Thank you very much. Lixia On Fri, Jul 20, 2012 at 12:04 PM, Lixia Zhao > wrote: We are investigating a laptop checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? Any help you can give me would be appreciated. Thank you! -- Lixia Zhao Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock 501-569-3454 lxzhao at ualr.edu http://library.ualr.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I got a lot of positive feedback and > helpful tips on the laptop checkout program. > I have more questions. > 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? How often do you > upgrade the hardware? Did you get ride of some old laptops? > > 2. What's security method you are using? > > Thank you very much. > > Lixia > > > On Fri, Jul 20, 2012 at 12:04 PM, Lixia Zhao > wrote: > > We are investigating a*laptop* checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? > > > > How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? > > Any help you can give me would be appreciated. > > Thank you! > > > > -- > Lixia Zhao > Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian > Ottenheimer Library, > University of Arkansas at Little Rock > 501-569-3454 > lxzhao at ualr.edu > http://library.ualr.edu > > > > > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-23 > -- Megan O'Neill Web Services & Emerging Technologies Librarian Stockwell-Mudd Library Albion College 517-629-0270 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From angela.boyd at GMAIL.COM Mon Jul 23 15:11:36 2012 From: angela.boyd at GMAIL.COM (Angela Boyd) Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:11:36 -0700 Subject: laptop check out program In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We currently have 80 laptops. We have a student body of about 22,000 during the regular school year. Summer sessions enroll about 8,000. UCSB employs about 1,052 faculty. Our laptop policy is connected to our computing policy in general. Laptops receive their updates and other maintenance in the same time frame as our desktops. Anytime there is a security issue, we get updates. All other updates are on a semi regular schedule of about 4 times a year. We have not gotten rid of any laptops yet. We have not had any damaged and we have not had them long enough to upgrade to newer machines. But the time frame will mirror what we do with desktops. I don't know for 100% certainty but I believe that the desktops are upgraded ever 3 years. The old desktops go to Surplus, the department responsible for the disposal of UCSB's excess and surplus property. No security method. Students "check out" the laptop the same way they check out dvds or books or any other material. They are allowed to keep the laptop for 4 hours and can take it anywhere they want, including outside the library. Some students own desktops but need a laptop for presentations or just want to study outside so this works perfectly for them. On Mon, Jul 23, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Lixia Zhao wrote: > Thank you all for responses. I got a lot of positive feedback and helpful > tips on the laptop checkout program. > I have more questions. > 1. How many laptops do you have for this program? How often do you upgrade > the hardware? Did you get ride of some old laptops? > > 2. What's security method you are using? > > Thank you very much. > > Lixia > > > > On Fri, Jul 20, 2012 at 12:04 PM, Lixia Zhao wrote: > >> We are investigating a *laptop* checkout program for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Ottenheimer Library. Has anyone instituted such a program and subsequently stopped the program? >> >> >> >> How did you assess the success or failure of the program? Do you have a hints and/or pitfalls to watch our for in implementing this type of program? >> >> Any help you can give me would be appreciated. >> >> Thank you! >> >> >> >> -- >> Lixia Zhao >> Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian >> Ottenheimer Library, >> University of Arkansas at Little Rock >> 501-569-3454 >> lxzhao at ualr.edu >> http://library.ualr.edu >> >> >> > > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-23 > > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-23 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cmurdock at CCFLS.ORG Tue Jul 24 09:11:50 2012 From: cmurdock at CCFLS.ORG (Cindy Murdock Ames) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:11:50 -0400 Subject: Is there a mailing list for discussing ebooks in libraries? Message-ID: Hi all, I've been tasked with choosing ebook readers to circulate to our patrons, and am wondering if anyone can point me to a mailing list to discuss such things. Or if anyone has experiences or advice to share, that would be welcome as well! Regards, Cindy ----------------------------------------------------------- Cindy Murdock Ames IT Services Director Meadville Public Library | CCFLS http://meadvillelibrary.org | http://ccfls.org ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Something like GoToMeeting is appealing to us >because the patron doesn't have to install software on their end. > >We were wondering what products other libraries are using to offer screen >sharing reference help? > > >-- >Jonathan Bloy >Librarian, Head of Digital Initiatives >Edgewood College >Madison, Wisconsin >http://library.edgewood.edu > >============================ > >To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > >Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > >2012-07-19 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 From Boze.1 at ND.EDU Tue Jul 24 15:04:14 2012 From: Boze.1 at ND.EDU (Andy Boze) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:04:14 -0400 Subject: Job posting: Associate University Librarian Message-ID: Cross-posted, apologies for any duplication. ---------------------------------------- Associate University Librarian The University of Notre Dame Hesburgh Libraries seek two innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking leaders as Associate University Librarians. The Hesburgh Libraries are poised to begin an exciting new era. The Associate University Librarians will collaborate with our recently-appointed University Librarian to transform our organization in two significant ways: More closely align our goals, structure, resources and values with those of the University Energize the organization through emphasis on collaboration, flexibility, empowerment, on-going learning, service excellence, and a commitment to work together as one team. Our recent strategic planning and organizational redesign processes will provide a strong foundation for dynamic response to the opportunities posed by new information technologies and digital services. Each AUL will provide leadership, vision, and strategic directions for one of two broad areas of service and will lead sustained innovations in that area and across programs. The AUL for Digital Access, Resources, and Information Technologies will guide the development of three crucial programs to enhance discovery and access to world class resources within and beyond our collections and develop robust digital library services. These programs are Information Technology and Discovery Services (Web development, Library Systems (Aleph, Primo), and Desktop Computing); Resource Acquisitions and Delivery Services (Acquisitions, Metadata, Cataloging, Electronic Resources, and Licensing); and Digital library initiatives (an area targeted for strategic growth) The AUL for Research and Learning Services will lead three University-focused programs designed to deepen our engagement with the campus by developing distinctive collections, resources, and services that demonstratively facilitate research and enhance learning. These programs are: Arts and Humanities Research Services; Science, Engineering, Business, and Social Sciences Services; and Outreach and Academic Engagement. The precise combination of responsibilities for these positions will be further refined after the new team is on board. Responsibilities of both positions include being able to: Provide Leadership and Vision by playing a leading role in library-wide strategic planning, resource management, and assessment and helping to develop and convey a clear and compelling vision Maintain, develop, and inspire a strategically-focused and highly knowledgeable workforce. Coach and empower program directors and team leaders to excel both directly and through effective delegation and management Build and deepen campus relationships, identifying opportunities to share resources, provide targeted services and programs, and productively collaborate. Actively engage in the profession. Contribute at the national level, recognize trends and opportunities, and use this knowledge to enrich local programs and strategic planning Qualifications/Specialized Skills: A passionate commitment to the University?s research and educational mission Demonstrated ability to engage librarians and staff in successful team work, collaborative planning, and the delivery of user-centered services Experience in successfully leading and implementing change A record of success in developing productive partnerships on campus and across institutions A collaborative management style that prepares and empowers others to excel The ability to develop and lead other professionals Strong grasp of current issues, trends, and technologies impacting higher education and academic libraries Minimum of five years of progressively responsible management experience in an academic or research library or similar institution Advanced degree required, an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent MLS and additional graduate degree preferred Salary and Benefits: Appointment salary and rank are competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Librarians are non-tenured track members of the Library Faculty. The University offers an excellent benefits and annual vacation package. Environment: The University of Notre Dame is a highly selective national Catholic teaching and research university in northern Indiana about ninety miles from Chicago. Approximately 8,200 undergraduates and 3,100 graduate students pursue a broad range of studies. For more information about the University of Notre Dame, please visit the University of Notre Dame homepage at http://nd.edu/. The University Libraries http://www.library.nd.edu hold about 3 million volumes and provide access to more than 23,000 serials. The Libraries have 140 staff and 55 librarians. The Libraries are a member of the Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI), ARL, NERL and other consortia. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer strongly committed to diversity. 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Thank you, Ken Ken Bolton Librarian/Instructor School of Hotel Administration Cornell University (607) 255-4103 Like us on Facebook ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From CWong at MARINCOUNTY.ORG Tue Jul 24 16:05:49 2012 From: CWong at MARINCOUNTY.ORG (Wong, Channing) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:05:49 +0000 Subject: social media feeds displayed on digital media In-Reply-To: <3C814F5AEA81504DBD899A66FFA87603AEC9C142@EX07-MBX.ad.sha.cornell.edu> Message-ID: Can you run tweet deck full screen with various accounts in each column? Channing Wong TSS 415-506-3157 -------------------------------------------------- "Will yelling at Billy help?... Look, if you want to play your best you got to play like a team. Remember, you need teamwork to win, not arguments." -Flint, CW-4 Chief Warrant Officer, G.I. Joe ________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] on behalf of Bolton, Ken [ktb4 at CORNELL.EDU] Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 12:48 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] social media feeds displayed on digital media Hi, I would like to display our library's social media feeds (Facebook, Twitter) on a monitor in the library. I am looking for examples of other libraries that have done this, or something similar. This would require something other than just displaying a browser window with the page on it. I would like something that refreshes the feed automatically. I assume this would require some type of third-party application, but I?m not aware of any examples. Thank you, Ken Ken Bolton Librarian/Instructor School of Hotel Administration Cornell University (607) 255-4103 Like us on Facebook ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 Email Disclaimer: http://marincounty.org/nav/misc/EmailDisclaimer.cfm ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 From cynthiazweier at GMAIL.COM Tue Jul 24 16:10:22 2012 From: cynthiazweier at GMAIL.COM (Cindy) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 16:10:22 -0400 Subject: social media feeds displayed on digital media In-Reply-To: <3E9B839D9123834E99E6BDE59A257C0B0224F7@MSB.co.marin.ca.us> Message-ID: Hi Ken, I've seen this done at many conferences. I'm not sure what they use, but I'm planning an upcoming twitter conference initiative, so I'd like to see what you end up with. Twitterfall seems to be pretty widely recommended ( http://twitterfall.com/ ) though I'd have to play around with it to see if I fully understand it. This thread has several other recommendations as well: http://www.quora.com/What-is-the-best-twitter-wall-software-to-use-it-at-a-conference I have seen a presentation that used hootsuite as a feed. (I imagine tweet deck looks similar though I haven't used it). It works, but it's not as pretty as a dedicated twitter feed display. Cynthia Zweier Librarian Portal of Geriatric Online Education (POGOe.org) On Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 4:05 PM, Wong, Channing wrote: > Can you run tweet deck full screen with various accounts in each column? > > > Channing Wong > > TSS > > 415-506-3157 > > -------------------------------------------------- > > "Will yelling at Billy help?... Look, if you want to play your best you > got to play like a team. Remember, you need teamwork to win, not arguments." > > -Flint, CW-4 Chief Warrant Officer, G.I. Joe > > ________________________________ > From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] on behalf > of Bolton, Ken [ktb4 at CORNELL.EDU] > Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 12:48 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: [WEB4LIB] social media feeds displayed on digital media > > > Hi, > > I would like to display our library's social media feeds (Facebook, > Twitter) on a monitor in the library. I am looking for examples of other > libraries that have done this, or something similar. This would require > something other than just displaying a browser window with the page on it. > I would like something that refreshes the feed automatically. I assume this > would require some type of third-party application, but I?m not aware of > any examples. > > > > Thank you, > Ken > > > > Ken Bolton > Librarian/Instructor > School of Hotel Administration > Cornell University > (607) 255-4103 > Like us on Facebook > > > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-24 > > Email Disclaimer: http://marincounty.org/nav/misc/EmailDisclaimer.cfm > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-24 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Olive Street Fort Collins, Colorado 80524 970.221.6716 pshaughnessy at poudrelibraries.org http://poudrelibraries.org http://twitter.com/prpld_web ________________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] on behalf of Bolton, Ken [ktb4 at CORNELL.EDU] Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 1:48 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] social media feeds displayed on digital media Hi, I would like to display our library's social media feeds (Facebook, Twitter) on a monitor in the library. I am looking for examples of other libraries that have done this, or something similar. This would require something other than just displaying a browser window with the page on it. I would like something that refreshes the feed automatically. I assume this would require some type of third-party application, but I?m not aware of any examples. Thank you, Ken Ken Bolton Librarian/Instructor School of Hotel Administration Cornell University (607) 255-4103 Like us on Facebook ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 From listuser at CHILLCO.COM Tue Jul 24 16:21:01 2012 From: listuser at CHILLCO.COM (Cary Gordon) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:21:01 -0700 Subject: social media feeds displayed on digital media In-Reply-To: <3E9B839D9123834E99E6BDE59A257C0B0224F7@MSB.co.marin.ca.us> Message-ID: This is easy with Tweetdeck. You can run it standalone. I run it as a Chrome app, and run that full screen. Cary On Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 1:05 PM, Wong, Channing wrote: > Can you run tweet deck full screen with various accounts in each column? > > > Channing Wong > > TSS > > 415-506-3157 > > -------------------------------------------------- > > "Will yelling at Billy help?... Look, if you want to play your best you got to play like a team. Remember, you need teamwork to win, not arguments." > > -Flint, CW-4 Chief Warrant Officer, G.I. Joe > > ________________________________ > From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] on behalf of Bolton, Ken [ktb4 at CORNELL.EDU] > Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 12:48 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: [WEB4LIB] social media feeds displayed on digital media > > > Hi, > > I would like to display our library's social media feeds (Facebook, Twitter) on a monitor in the library. I am looking for examples of other libraries that have done this, or something similar. This would require something other than just displaying a browser window with the page on it. I would like something that refreshes the feed automatically. I assume this would require some type of third-party application, but I?m not aware of any examples. > > > > Thank you, > Ken > > > > Ken Bolton > Librarian/Instructor > School of Hotel Administration > Cornell University > (607) 255-4103 > Like us on Facebook > > > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-24 > > Email Disclaimer: http://marincounty.org/nav/misc/EmailDisclaimer.cfm > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-24 -- Cary Gordon The Cherry Hill Company http://chillco.com ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 From hmsteiner at GMAIL.COM Tue Jul 24 16:27:01 2012 From: hmsteiner at GMAIL.COM (Heidi Steiner) Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 16:27:01 -0400 Subject: Options for helping patrons via screen sharing In-Reply-To: Message-ID: I also use the free version of join.me (http://join.me) and find it entirely foolproof. Have never had issues with it and all the viewer has to do is click the link you provide to see your screen in their browser. No other free screen sharing software I've tried has compared so far. Definitely check it out. -Heidi -- Heidi M. Steiner Head of Digital and Distance Services Assistant Professor Kreitzberg Library | Norwich University On Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 12:58 PM, Ann Johnston wrote: > We use free version of Join Me and it works great. > aj > > On 7/19/12 10:44 AM, "Jonathan Bloy" wrote: > > >For a while now, my library has been using Skype to offer reference help > >and we're looking into other methods for doing reference that would > >involve screen sharing. Something like GoToMeeting is appealing to us > >because the patron doesn't have to install software on their end. > > > >We were wondering what products other libraries are using to offer screen > >sharing reference help? > > > > > >-- > >Jonathan Bloy > >Librarian, Head of Digital Initiatives > >Edgewood College > >Madison, Wisconsin > >http://library.edgewood.edu > > > >============================ > > > >To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > > >Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > > >2012-07-19 > > > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-24 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From harpercl at LONGWOOD.EDU Wed Jul 25 08:51:32 2012 From: harpercl at LONGWOOD.EDU (Harper, Christopher) Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:51:32 -0400 Subject: social media feeds displayed on digital media In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Ken, Apparently, the other piece to this puzzle is something called MagicInfo from Samsung. http://www.samsunglfd.com/software/magicInfo_lite.do This doesn't show our current feeds, but here's how our displays look: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150698305339744&set=a.10150354091764744.407414.40076779743&type=1&relevant_count=1 Good luck with this project. ________________________________ Chris Harper Library Information Systems Specialist Longwood University 434.395.2438 From: Johnson, Benjamin Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 8:33 AM To: ktb4 at cornell.edu Cc: Harper, Christopher Subject: Re: social media feeds displayed on digital media We use rssinclude to push out Facebook feed to out monitors that we have in our atrium. If you have any question feel free to email me. Chap Johnson Johnsonbc at longwood.edu From: "Harper, Christopher" > Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:28:19 -0400 To: "Johnson, Benjamin" > Subject: FW: social media feeds displayed on digital media Hey Chap, Any interest in replying to this? It was posted to the web4lib listserv. ________________________________ Chris Harper Library Information Systems Specialist Longwood University 434.395.2438 From: Bolton, Ken [mailto:ktb4 at CORNELL.EDU] Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: social media feeds displayed on digital media Hi, I would like to display our library's social media feeds (Facebook, Twitter) on a monitor in the library. I am looking for examples of other libraries that have done this, or something similar. This would require something other than just displaying a browser window with the page on it. I would like something that refreshes the feed automatically. I assume this would require some type of third-party application, but I'm not aware of any examples. Thank you, Ken Ken Bolton Librarian/Instructor School of Hotel Administration Cornell University (607) 255-4103 Like us on Facebook ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-24 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-25 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cmetcalf at UOTTAWA.CA Wed Jul 25 10:00:54 2012 From: cmetcalf at UOTTAWA.CA (Cameron Metcalf) Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:00:54 +0000 Subject: Dynamic Duo: The Web Developer and the Public Services Librarian Message-ID: I just spotted this and thought some of you might be interested: http://www.inthelibrarywiththeleadpipe.org/2012/dynamic-duo/ Anything sound familiar? Cameron Metcalf (613.562.5800 x 3651) Chef, D?partement des syst?mes | Head, Library Systems Division Biblioth?que uOttawa Library www.biblio.uottawa.ca ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-25 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From snearya at OCLC.ORG Wed Jul 25 16:58:54 2012 From: snearya at OCLC.ORG (SNEARYA) Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:58:54 -0400 Subject: Proposals due 31 July: Innovation in Libraries 2012, a Free Postconference to LITA Forum In-Reply-To: <6548F17059905B48B2A6F28CE3692BAA0EB60DF5@OAEXCH4SERVER.oa.oclc.org> Message-ID: Quick reminder that proposals are due NEXT WEEK, 31 July! We are especially interested in getting a few more lightning talk proposal submissions...showcase the innovative things you?ve done at your library! #### > Innovation in Libraries 2012 > A Free Post Conference event after LITA Forum > Invitation and Call for Proposals > > Do you love exploring new ideas? Always secretly wished you knew more about > how to create an app? Wonder what the next wave of library innovation might > be? > > If you answered yes, then Innovation in Libraries 2012 is for you. The event > will happen after LITA Forum concludes on Oct. 7, and will continue through > the morning of Oct. 8. Sponsored by OCLC and held at the Columbus Metropolitan > Library Main Library, Innovation in Libraries 2012 is your chance to hear from > experts and colleagues, and contribute your ideas. Library innovation of all > flavors will be on tap; you are invited. > > To register and learn more about Innovation in Libraries 2012, go to: > http://www.oclc.org/innovation. > > Proposals requested > Whether you plan to attend LITA Forum or not, you are encouraged to share your > innovations, ideas and instructive failures with fellow attendees at > Innovation in Libraries 2012. There are three (3) potential ways to > participate: > > ? 20 minute sessions These are your standard presentations where you > showcase the interesting work you?re doing at your library/consortium, etc > > ? 5 minute lightning talks These are pecha kucha-style sessions designed to > have 20 slides each > > ? 1 hour breakout session leader Brush up your group facilitation skills by > volunteering to lead a breakout discussion on a specific topic. Examples > include: > > 1 Building apps for tech services > 2 Building apps for discovery layers > 3 Library integration with nonlibrary functions > 4 Nonlibrary apps and ?what?s out there? > 5 Your interesting topic here?. > > Potential themes > The following topics might get your creative juices flowing: > * App ideation and creation > * Apps usage and outcomes, results > * Using APIs and Web services > * Platform usage > * Building a staff culture of creativity > * Building useful tools for your library > * Widgets, gadgets, plug-ins > * Strategies to help staff innovate > * Strategies to help users innovate > > Basically, share something interesting, include a technical angle and explain > how it helped your library/users/libraries worldwide in the process. > > Deadline > Submit your proposal at http://registration.oclc.org/reg/?pc=innolib12proposal > by 31 July 2012. > > Registration for Innovation in Libraries 2012 is open now, at > http://www.oclc.org/innovation. All accepted proposals will also need to > register separately for the event, which is free to all attendees. > > -- > Alice Sneary > OCLC Developer Network > 614-764-6016 > snearya at oclc.org > > ============================ > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-25 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US Thu Jul 26 10:25:46 2012 From: slogan at HENRICO.LIB.VA.US (Sharon Logan) Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:25:46 +0000 Subject: SharePoint 2010 Error Message-ID: We have our Intranet on SharePoint 2010 with the Announcements web part on the front page. It displays fine, however if you want to click on the Announcement to edit it, you get: Error Unable to find the default display form for list Announcements As the admin, I can edit the Announcements still, but my end users are clicking on them, and then emailing me about the error. I have Googled it and none of the results have been helpful. Any other advice? Thanks. Sharon D. Logan Web Developer www.henricolibrary.org Henrico County Public Library 1001 N. Laburnum Ave., Henrico, VA 23223 office-(804)290-9021 * mobile-(804)349-5568 * fax-(804)222-5566 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-26 From sdanielbacon at GMAIL.COM Thu Jul 26 11:19:59 2012 From: sdanielbacon at GMAIL.COM (Scott Bacon) Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:19:59 -0400 Subject: laptop check out program Message-ID: Our library's Access Services Department runs a laptop checkout program. I contacted them to get details: ____ Coastal Carolina University has had a laptop checkout program since 2004 and it has been very successful. We have over 115 laptops that circulate.... Feel free to contact me at 843-349-6488 if you have any questions. Chance Alexander Circulation Specialist/Equipment Kimbel Library Coastal Carolina University P.O. Box 261954 Conway, SC 29528-6054 Phone (843) 349-2400 www.coastal.edu/library ____ Hope this helps, -Scott ----------------- Scott D. Bacon Web Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian Kimbel Library Coastal Carolina University P.O. Box 261954 Conway, SC 29528-6054 843-349-6631 www.coastal.edu/library ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-26 From Wklap at SUN.AC.ZA Thu Jul 26 11:42:14 2012 From: Wklap at SUN.AC.ZA (Klapwijk, WOUTER ) Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:42:14 +0000 Subject: SharePoint 2010 Error In-Reply-To: <6B46AF34BF35C64E9EF40631438C981812FC0274@VM-SVR-EXCH1.henrico.lib.va.us> Message-ID: Hi Sharon, Did you create your Announcements web part using the standard SP2010 (sub)site definition of type "Blog" or did you create it using your own Lists? I sounds like that you might have created it using your own Lists and probably used something like InfoPath Designer to design the form. If so, then you can specify the default View Form for the List in question using your browser or SP Designer. This is pretty much standard functionality which you might have tried already, but nonetheless these are the steps I would follow: SP DESIGNER: Open the (sub)site containing the Announcement lists and choose Lists and Libraries. Choose the Lists in question and under Forms make sure the form view in question is marked as "Yes" under the Default column. Use the "Set as Default" option in the ribbon to set it to default if needed. BROWSER: Navigate to the List Settings button in the Ribbon for the List in question. Choose "Form settings" on the List Information screen and tick off the form which needs to be the default. Not sure if it helps. Wouter ___________________________________________________________ Wouter Klapwijk Head: Information Technology & Acting Director: IT and Digital Services Library and Information Service Stellenbosch University Tel: +27 21 808-4378, Fax: +27 21 808-3723, Mobile: 083 3888 270 http://library.sun.ac.za -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Sharon Logan Sent: 26 July 2012 04:26 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] SharePoint 2010 Error We have our Intranet on SharePoint 2010 with the Announcements web part on the front page. It displays fine, however if you want to click on the Announcement to edit it, you get: Error Unable to find the default display form for list Announcements As the admin, I can edit the Announcements still, but my end users are clicking on them, and then emailing me about the error. I have Googled it and none of the results have been helpful. Any other advice? Thanks. Sharon D. Logan Web Developer www.henricolibrary.org Henrico County Public Library 1001 N. Laburnum Ave., Henrico, VA 23223 office-(804)290-9021 * mobile-(804)349-5568 * fax-(804)222-5566 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-26 ________________________________ E-pos vrywaringsklousule Hierdie e-pos mag vertroulike inligting bevat en mag regtens geprivilegeerd wees en is slegs bedoel vir die persoon aan wie dit geadresseer is. Indien u nie die bedoelde ontvanger is nie, word u hiermee in kennis gestel dat u hierdie dokument geensins mag gebruik, versprei of kopieer nie. Stel ook asseblief die sender onmiddellik per telefoon in kennis en vee die e-pos uit. Die Universiteit aanvaar nie aanspreeklikheid vir enige skade, verlies of uitgawe wat voortspruit uit hierdie e-pos en/of die oopmaak van enige l?ers aangeheg by hierdie e-pos nie. 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The job is head of technical services, and while we're looking for all sorts of applicants, I'm particularly interested in drawing people who not only know their stuff technically but also enjoy thinking outside of the box. As we know, these are changing times in library land, and my staff wants to find someone who is not only keeping up with the times but also forming entirely new ideas. Those candidates who are creative and innovative thinkers not just about technical services but all areas of librarianship will earn bonus points in my book. So if you know anyone whom you hold in high regard who might be interested in the position, please forward them the attached job posting, http://simmons.edu/gslis/careers/jobs/jobline/public/index.php#job5719, and encourage them to contact me at work if they have any questions, 603-766-1711. Many thanks, Steve -------------------------------------------------- Steven Butzel, Assistant Director Portsmouth Public Library 175 Parrott Avenue Portsmouth, NH 03801 603-766-1711 skbutzel at cityofportsmouth.com Library website: http://www.cityofportsmouth.com/library Library Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pplnh Library Twitter page: http://www.twitter.com/portsmouthlibnh ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-26 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From announce at DUBLINCORE.NET Thu Jul 26 17:38:19 2012 From: announce at DUBLINCORE.NET (DCMI Announce) Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:38:19 -0700 Subject: DC-2012 in Malaysia five weeks away Message-ID: DC-2012 in Kuching, Sarawak, Malasia is a little over five weeks away. Pre-conference includes two full days of tutorials on the Semantic Web starting on 3 September 2012.[1] Led by Sam Oh and Karen Coyle in day-long sessions, the two tutorials promise to take you from simple data to Linked Data. The three-day conference begins on Wednesday, 5 September and includes an exciting program of peer reviewed papers, project reports and posters.[2] DC-2012 keynote speakers Dan Brickley and Karen Coyle [3] join four other keynotes in the collocated meetings of Knowledge Technology Week 2012.[4] So, join us in beautiful Malaysia. Registration is open.[5] [1] http://dcevents.dublincore.org/index.php/IntConf/index/pages/view/tutorials-2012 [2] http://dcevents.dublincore.org/index.php/IntConf/index/pages/view/program-2012 [3] http://dcevents.dublincore.org/index.php/IntConf/index/pages/view/speakers-2012 [4] http://ktw.mimos.my/ktw2012/ [5] http://ktw.mimos.my/info/index.html ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-26 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.AF.MIL Fri Jul 27 09:53:54 2012 From: Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.AF.MIL (Drew, Wilfred E CTR USAF AFMC AFRL/RIOIL) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:53:54 -0400 Subject: sample social media policies or plans? Message-ID: For the last few months I have been trying to find high quality social media policies and plans put together by libraries of all types. I had a few links but now those links no longer work. I am doing a workshop at the end of next week and need some great examples that I can use as part of an information packet. Please send me any examples or URLS if you know of social media policies and plans. I am especially interested in ones that have clear objectives and evaluation. If so, please send them to my gmail address not my work email: bill.drew at gmail.com I have Michael Stephen's any library model already. Wilfred (Bill) Drew Croop-LaFrance, Inc. Technical Librarian AFM/AFRL/RIOIL Tech Library Rome Research Site Phone: (315) 330-7608 Email: Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.af.mil "Don't be the turkey." -- Nassim Taleb in The Black Swan: the impact of the highly improbable. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 From jbrant1 at UIC.EDU Fri Jul 27 10:22:14 2012 From: jbrant1 at UIC.EDU (Steve Brantley) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:22:14 -0500 Subject: sample social media policies or plans? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Bill, While I understand your desire to promote good and effective social media practices, I question the impulse to behind an institution's desire to codify or frame social media practice which is, by definition, grassroots and individualistic. To quote a colleague, "if you want to tell people how to do social media, you're doing it wrong." That said, I am in favor of promoting ideas for effective, novel or creative uses of social media. There seems to be a growing industry emerging around this: http://bit.ly/SXmwoK Steve Brantley On Fri, Jul 27, 2012 at 8:53 AM, Drew, Wilfred E CTR USAF AFMC AFRL/RIOIL wrote: > For the last few months I have been trying to find high quality social > media policies and plans put together by libraries of all types. I had > a few links but now those links no longer work. I am doing a workshop > at the end of next week and need some great examples that I can use as > part of an information packet. Please send me any examples or URLS if > you know of social media policies and plans. I am especially interested > in ones that have clear objectives and evaluation. If so, please send > them to my gmail address not my work email: bill.drew at gmail.com > > I have Michael Stephen's any library model already. > > > Wilfred (Bill) Drew > Croop-LaFrance, Inc. > Technical Librarian > AFM/AFRL/RIOIL > Tech Library > Rome Research Site > Phone: (315) 330-7608 > Email: Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.af.mil > > "Don't be the turkey." -- Nassim Taleb in The Black Swan: the impact of > the highly improbable. > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-27 -- Steve Brantley Associate Professor & Assistant Reference Librarian Daley Library, UIC jbrant1 at uic dot edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 From robin.hastings at GMAIL.COM Fri Jul 27 10:25:32 2012 From: robin.hastings at GMAIL.COM (Robin Hastings) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:25:32 -0500 Subject: 2 week class on Google Docs and Open Office Message-ID: Just FYI - some of you might be interested in (or might know someone who is interested in) taking a 2 week e-course from ALA on Google Docs and Open Office. I'm leading the week on Google Docs, Maurice Coleman is leading the week on Open Office. If you sign up soon (like today - sorry about the late notice...) you can get 30% off using the code GGPP12. http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=3827 Robin Hastings robin.hastings at gmail.com http://www.rhastings.net ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From davidpwhelan at GMAIL.COM Fri Jul 27 10:28:59 2012 From: davidpwhelan at GMAIL.COM (David Whelan) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 10:28:59 -0400 Subject: sample social media policies or plans? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We used this database for developing a model set of guidelines for lawyers, and there are two libraries included: http://socialmediagovernance.com/policies.php Some of the others might apply to libraries (within larger orgs). Best, David. On Fri, Jul 27, 2012 at 9:53 AM, Drew, Wilfred E CTR USAF AFMC AFRL/RIOIL < Wilfred.Drew.ctr at rl.af.mil> wrote: > For the last few months I have been trying to find high quality social > media policies and plans put together by libraries of all types. I had > a few links but now those links no longer work. I am doing a workshop > at the end of next week and need some great examples that I can use as > part of an information packet. Please send me any examples or URLS if > you know of social media policies and plans. I am especially interested > in ones that have clear objectives and evaluation. If so, please send > them to my gmail address not my work email: bill.drew at gmail.com > > I have Michael Stephen's any library model already. > > > Wilfred (Bill) Drew > Croop-LaFrance, Inc. > Technical Librarian > AFM/AFRL/RIOIL > Tech Library > Rome Research Site > Phone: (315) 330-7608 > Email: Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.af.mil > > "Don't be the turkey." -- Nassim Taleb in The Black Swan: the impact of > the highly improbable. > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-27 > ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From R.Hartman at LACROSSE.LIB.WI.US Fri Jul 27 10:42:12 2012 From: R.Hartman at LACROSSE.LIB.WI.US (Rochelle Hartman) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:42:12 -0500 Subject: sample social media policies or plans? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: The last person who insisted that our organization needed to have social media policy was a trainer from our city's insurance company during a 2-day employment law training earlier this summer. After that training, I was pretty much afraid to do anything. Talk about DIRE. Our city's social media policy is that they don't allow it. When the city HR person who was also at the training expressed surprise that we allowed staff to participate in social media, I said not only did we allow, but sort of expected it. Basic rules: check your spelling, have a voice, and don't be a jerk. Rochelle Hartman Adult Services Manager La Crosse Public Library (WI) -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Steve Brantley Sent: Friday, July 27, 2012 9:22 AM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] sample social media policies or plans? Bill, While I understand your desire to promote good and effective social media practices, I question the impulse to behind an institution's desire to codify or frame social media practice which is, by definition, grassroots and individualistic. To quote a colleague, "if you want to tell people how to do social media, you're doing it wrong." That said, I am in favor of promoting ideas for effective, novel or creative uses of social media. There seems to be a growing industry emerging around this: http://bit.ly/SXmwoK Steve Brantley On Fri, Jul 27, 2012 at 8:53 AM, Drew, Wilfred E CTR USAF AFMC AFRL/RIOIL wrote: > For the last few months I have been trying to find high quality social > media policies and plans put together by libraries of all types. I > had a few links but now those links no longer work. I am doing a > workshop at the end of next week and need some great examples that I can use as > part of an information packet. Please send me any examples or URLS if > you know of social media policies and plans. I am especially > interested in ones that have clear objectives and evaluation. If so, > please send them to my gmail address not my work email: > bill.drew at gmail.com > > I have Michael Stephen's any library model already. > > > Wilfred (Bill) Drew > Croop-LaFrance, Inc. > Technical Librarian > AFM/AFRL/RIOIL > Tech Library > Rome Research Site > Phone: (315) 330-7608 > Email: Wilfred.Drew.ctr at RL.af.mil > > "Don't be the turkey." -- Nassim Taleb in The Black Swan: the impact > of the highly improbable. > > ============================ > > To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib > > Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ > > 2012-07-27 -- Steve Brantley Associate Professor & Assistant Reference Librarian Daley Library, UIC jbrant1 at uic dot edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 From chodgson at NISO.ORG Fri Jul 27 11:41:12 2012 From: chodgson at NISO.ORG (Cynthia Hodgson) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:41:12 -0400 Subject: NISO Webinar: Content on the Go: Mobile Access to E-Resources Message-ID: WEBINAR: Content on the Go: Mobile Access to E-Resources DATE: August 8, 2012 TIME: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) REGISTRATION & INFORMATION: http://www.niso.org/news/events/2012/nisowebinars/mobile_access_to_eresource s/ ABOUT THE WEBINAR The wide availability of ever-improving mobile hardware, software and connectivity continues to affect the experience of information seekers, and to place new demands and opportunities on libraries and information providers. How can libraries and publishers provide effective new interfaces for collections to help a user base continually on the move. Join NISO for this webinar at which invited speakers will explore many of the pressing questions about libraries' and publishers' interaction with and promotion of mobile technologies. TOPICS AND SPEAKERS Challenges to Consider: Developing Mobile Access to Digital Collections -- Carmen Mitchell, Institutional Repository Librarian, California State University San Marcos Libraries and museums spend significant resources in an effort to identify, digitize, ingest, describe, store, and display items in their digital asset management systems. The latest challenge for libraries and museums is to adapt and grow our digital collections to meet the needs of an increasingly mobile user. Mitchell will explore how four different organizations addressed the challenge of mobile access to digital collections: North Carolina State University Libraries, Montana State University Libraries, Duke University Libraries, and the Smithsonian Institution. E-books on the go: How a university library experimented with E-book readers -- Eleanor Cook, Assistant Director for Collections & Technical Services, East Carolina University Cook will describe a pilot project where Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook e-book readers are provided for patrons to check out. Topics covered include start-up considerations, issues with selection and acquisition of content; cataloging approaches, circulation procedures, publicity strategies and evaluation. Publisher Perspective: Strategies for Mobile Content Delivery -- Marty Picco, Director of Product Management, Atypon Systems As publishers rush to join the mobile revolution, they face a number of challenges: a growing number of mobile platforms that must be supported, problems with authenticating high-value institution customers, and making their content readable on small form factor devices. At the same time readers increasingly overwhelmed with information and are seeking ways to streamline discovery and organization without missing important developments. Atypon Systems is a leading technology provider for scholarly publishers worldwide. Literatum, the company's flagship publishing platform, is used to host more than 12 million journal articles, more than 50,000 eBooks, and many other types of scientific and scholarly content. Picco will discuss strategies for addressing these challenges and the factors influencing the design of Atypon's mobile platform. REGISTRATION Registration is per site (access for one computer) and closes at 12:00 pm Eastern on August 8, 2012. Discounts are available for NISO and NASIG members and students. Can't make it on the webinar date/time? Register now and gain access to the recorded archive for one year. Visit the event webpage to register and for more information: http://www.niso.org/news/events/2012/nisowebinars/mobile_access_to_eresource s/ Cynthia Hodgson Technical Editor / Consultant National Information Standards Organization chodgson at niso.org 301-654-2512 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The journal aims to keep readers informed about > current trends in research, and to report on new initiatives and > developments. Digital libraries and digital repositories are a particular > focus, together with relevant standards and techniques. > > Coverage > *Digital libraries > *Digital repositories > *Digital cultural content services > *Web metadata standards > *Web markup languages > *Digital preservation > *Imaging and digitization techniques > *Usability studies > > OCLC Systems & Services is indexed and abstracted in: > *Academic Search Alumni Edition > *Academic Search Complete > *Academic Search Premier > *Computer Science Index > *Computer & Communications Security Abstracts *Current Abstracts *Current > Awareness Abstracts *Education Full Text *Education Research *Emerald > Management Reviews *Information Science and Technology Abstracts (ISTA) > *The Informed Librarian *INSPEC *International Academic Research Library > *Internet & Personal Computing Abstracts *Library & Information Science > Abstracts *Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts *Library > Literature & Information Science *Library Literature & Information Science > Full Text *OmniFile Full Text Mega *OmniFile Full Text Select *Scopus *TOC > Premier > > Bradford Lee Eden, Ph.D. > Editor > Dean of Library Services > Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources Valparaiso > University Valparaiso, Indiana 46383 > brad.eden at valpo.edu > 219-464-5099 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Any questions and proposal should be directed to the editor, not to this listserv. Thank you. Bradford Lee Eden, Ph.D. Editor, _OCLC Systems & Services: International Digital Library Perspectives_ Dean of Library Services Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources Valparaiso University Valparaiso, Indiana 46383 brad.eden at valpo.edu 219-464-5099 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From brad.eden at VALPO.EDU Fri Jul 27 12:52:08 2012 From: brad.eden at VALPO.EDU (Brad Eden) Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:52:08 -0500 Subject: Call for articles: The Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances In-Reply-To: <26927939.1624141321306772320.JavaMail.root@zimbra-store1> Message-ID: Please excuse duplication. Please forward to any tangent listservs and colleagues Call for articles The Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances (TBL) is actively seeking submissions. An established print and online journal, The Bottom Line?s major focus is on library finances, library development activities, dealing with library budgets and personnel, and changes in libraries due to economic challenges. The journal is especially interested in articles on the topics below from archives, museums, and other information organizations as well. Published by Emerald Group Publishing Limited, the journal is interested in articles of varying lengths, opinion pieces and case studies. The editor will work with authors that are new to LIS publishing, and those who are seeking outlets for reporting on practical uses of budgets and finances in libraries. Submissions particularly welcome in the following areas (for example): ? Library changes and challenges from recent economic turmoil ? Case studies on library budgeting and finances ? Case studies on library development activities ? Downsizing and reorganization of libraries ? Library budgets and finances from an administrator?s perspective (high-level or middle management) ? Library budgets and finances from a staff perspective ? Innovative ways to raise money and awareness of library activities and mission ? Thought-provoking opinions related to library budgets and finances Go to www.emeraldinsight.com/bl.htm to see past tables of contents and sample articles. I look forward to hearing from you Regards Dr Brad Eden, Editor Dean of Library Services Valparaiso University brad.eden at valpo.edu ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-27 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Anne Gresham Technology Coordinator Springdale Public Library ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-28 From jimfhahn at GMAIL.COM Mon Jul 30 10:09:02 2012 From: jimfhahn at GMAIL.COM (Jim Hahn) Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:09:02 -0500 Subject: Engineering Research and Data Services Librarian Message-ID: *Engineering Research and Data Services Librarian* *Assistant or Associate Professor of Library Administration* *University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign* https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=21271 *Position Available:* Position available immediately. This is a 100%, twelve-month, tenure-system appointment. * * *Responsibilities:* The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library is seeking an innovative, service-oriented individual to provide scholarly communication and data services support for engineering and allied disciplines. The Engineering Research and Data Services Librarian is part of a team of librarians in the Grainger Engineering Library Information Center and the University Library who provide e-science tools and services that support the research, teaching, and public service activities of the faculty, staff, and students of the College of Engineering and affiliated units across campus. This is a new position. Duties include: - Contribute to the development and implementation of data management tools and services to meet evolving engineering and Library-wide e-research needs. - Develop and sustain web-based research support tools and digital resource services. - Provide reference, collection management, and instructional services in the Grainger Engineering Library Information Center. - Participate in liaison activities with groups in the College of Engineering and related departments, institutes, centers, and programs. - Actively monitor College of Engineering research and grant activities and assist in supporting the DMP (Data Management Plan) requirements for grant proposals and projects. ? Monitor trends and models in e-research and data stewardship to inform the design of innovative services and knowledge creation tools. * * *Qualifications:* *Required:** *ALA-accredited Master?s degree or equivalent; knowledge of a relevant engineering or computational discipline as demonstrated by a degree in an engineering/computational discipline OR by 1-2 years of experience providing professional services to engineering disciplines in an academic, corporate, or research library; experience using online information access tools and services such as online catalogs, local link resolvers, A&I services, digital repositories, etc.; knowledge of data management principles and practices; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others in a team environment and within a complex and fluid organizational environment; evidence of excellent communication and analytical skills. See https://jobs.illinois.edu/ for Preferred.** * * *Salary and Rank:* Salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Librarians have faculty rank, and must demonstrate excellence in librarianship, research, and university/professional/community service in order to meet university standards for tenure and promotion. For more information, see < http://www.library.illinois.edu/committee/promo/pta.html>. *To Apply:* To ensure full consideration, please complete your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of interest, resume, and contact information including email addresses for three professional references. Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. For questions, please call: 217-333-8169. * * *Deadline:* In order to ensure full consideration, applications and nominations must be received by August 22, 2012. 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Duties & Responsibilities: Provides leadership for all aspects of development, management, promotion and preservation of library collections and scholarly content. Articulates a user-centered collection vision to meet current and emerging information needs and new models of collection / content building and delivery. Assesses collections for quality, comprehensiveness, usage and applies data analysis to inform decision-making. Reports to the Associate Dean for Collections and Technical Services. Supervises the Special Collections Librarian, Preservation Officer and classified and wage staff. Develops policies and procedures for management and preservation of tangible collections in 5 library facilities as well as for extensive digital and library-curated collections. Library facilities include: Carrier Library which serves programs in the social sciences, humanities and arts, Rose Library, which serves programs in the sciences, the Music Library, Special Collections and the Educational Technology Media Center. Coordinates and guides the collection activities of librarians who serve as liaisons to academic departments. Leads the library's Collection Development Committee, the body approving all resources with ongoing costs. Participates on the departmental leadership team and on library and university committees as appropriate. Serves as a standing member of the L&ET Management Council and assists with innovation, planning, management and governance. Serves as a liaison librarian to an academic department with responsibilities for collection management and information literacy initiatives. As a member of a university-wide faculty, participates in system-wide initiatives, committees, and task forces, and demonstrates commitment to scholarly and professional services. Faculty status requires potential to meet standards for promotion and tenure set forth in the Libraries' Professional Development Document, http://www.lib.jmu.edu/employment/pdd.doc. Qualifications include ALA Accredited MLS and minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in building and managing library collections and content. Experience with current and emerging technologies and their application to knowledge management. Strong service orientation. Knowledge of collection management, vendor relations, publishing trends, preservation, archives and digitization practices. For complete description, qualifications, and to apply, go to the JMU Libraries employment information page at http:/www.lib.jmu.edu/employment. 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I'd be interested in seeing the results. k Kathleen Smith, E-Services Librarian Fresno County Public Library Ph: 559-600-6256 kathleen.smith at fresnolibrary.org We enrich lives and build community! -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of WEB4LIB automatic digest system Sent: Saturday, July 28, 2012 8:00 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: WEB4LIB Digest - 27 Jul 2012 to 28 Jul 2012 (#2012-181) There is 1 message totalling 34 lines in this issue. Topics of the day: 1. Survey: QR codes in libraries ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-28 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sat, 28 Jul 2012 17:44:09 -0400 From: Anne Gresham Subject: Survey: QR codes in libraries Hi all, I am doing some research for a QR code presentation for my state library association. We've put together a short survey to see how libraries (of all kinds) are using QR codes and what kind of response they've garnered. The survey should take 10-15 minutes to complete. We'll be collecting responses through August 11, 2012. The link is here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/F6CW6RN Thanks in advance for your input! 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Experience in design and development of technology based instructional materials. Master's Degree in Library Science, Education, Instructional Design or relevant field required. Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, Medline, CINAHL and other healthcare databases. PREFERRED: Five years experience in all areas in a healthcare setting. Experience in expert searching for meta-analysis, systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines and other research documents. Academy of Health Information Professionals certification preferred. Strong technical skills in software for website creation, course creation, databases, repository, image creation, learning management systems. Project management skills. Linda Matula Schwartz, MDE Director, Library Services Lehigh Valley Health Network 1200 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Allentown, PA 18105 610-402-5290 Libraries are about service - not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides. ________________________________ Please note that if you have received this message in error, you are hereby notified that any dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. Please notify me immediately by reply e-Mail and delete all copies of the original message. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-30 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From sbokhari at KSU.EDU.SA Tue Jul 31 03:52:49 2012 From: sbokhari at KSU.EDU.SA (Syed Arif Bokhari) Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2012 10:52:49 +0300 Subject: Job Posting: Senior Medical Librarian In-Reply-To: <806C8C903FCB804CAD5FF878555BDBC3ADF3D54EB6@LVHEXMAILBOX1.lvh.com> Message-ID: Ms. Linda M. Schwartz! Greetings from the College of Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(www.ksu.edu.sa). I have been inspired to write to you by your email's last-line entry: Libraries are about service--not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides.. I have been searching for a definition which could inspire and at the same time, be practical, logical and easily acceptable and with your email I got that. God Bless You! May I ask for one thing and that is, if instead of "not books", can we add "reading materials" as that encompasses the whole of the library collections. Please guide me. Thanks! With my best wishes of peace and blessings! Sincerely Syed Arif Mahmood Bokhari Lecturer/Serials Librarian and Reader's Advisor, College of Medicine Library King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University P.O.Box2925, Deptt.44 Riyadh-11461 Tel:9661-469-1768 (Off). 9661-467-1353 (Off). Mobile:9661-567-999-228 Email:arifmahmood45 at gmail.com arifmahmood45 at yahoo.com ________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Linda Schwartz [Linda_M.Schwartz at LVHN.ORG] Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:59 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job Posting: Senior Medical Librarian Location: Allentown Pennsylvania For description: Go to http://www.lvhn.org/LVHN_Careers Click on Search All Jobs Select Technical/Professional. Look for Senior Medical Librarian REQUIRED: Minimum of three years experience in research, design, writing publications for information literacy/infomastery and expert literature searching. Experience in design and development of technology based instructional materials. Master's Degree in Library Science, Education, Instructional Design or relevant field required. Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, Medline, CINAHL and other healthcare databases. PREFERRED: Five years experience in all areas in a healthcare setting. Experience in expert searching for meta-analysis, systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines and other research documents. Academy of Health Information Professionals certification preferred. Strong technical skills in software for website creation, course creation, databases, repository, image creation, learning management systems. Project management skills. Linda Matula Schwartz, MDE Director, Library Services Lehigh Valley Health Network 1200 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Allentown, PA 18105 610-402-5290 Libraries are about service - not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides. ________________________________ Please note that if you have received this message in error, you are hereby notified that any dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. Please notify me immediately by reply e-Mail and delete all copies of the original message. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-30 ________________________________ Disclaimer: This communication is intended for the above named person and is confidential and / or legally privileged. Any opinion(s) expressed in this communication are not necessarily those of KSU (King Saud University). If it has come to you in error you must take no action based upon it, nor must you print it, copy it, forward it, or show it to anyone. Please delete and destroy the e-mail and any attachments and inform the sender immediately. Thank you. KSU is not responsible for the political, religious, racial or partisan opinion in any correspondence conducted by its domain users. Therefore, any such opinion expressed, whether explicitly or implicitly, in any said correspondence is not to be interpreted as that of KSU. 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Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides. From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Syed Arif Bokhari Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 03:53 To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [WEB4LIB] Job Posting: Senior Medical Librarian Ms. Linda M. Schwartz! Greetings from the College of Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(www.ksu.edu.sa). I have been inspired to write to you by your email's last-line entry: Libraries are about service--not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides.. I have been searching for a definition which could inspire and at the same time, be practical, logical and easily acceptable and with your email I got that. God Bless You! May I ask for one thing and that is, if instead of "not books", can we add "reading materials" as that encompasses the whole of the library collections. Please guide me. Thanks! With my best wishes of peace and blessings! Sincerely Syed Arif Mahmood Bokhari Lecturer/Serials Librarian and Reader's Advisor, College of Medicine Library King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University P.O.Box2925, Deptt.44 Riyadh-11461 Tel:9661-469-1768 (Off). 9661-467-1353 (Off). Mobile:9661-567-999-228 Email:arifmahmood45 at gmail.com arifmahmood45 at yahoo.com ________________________________ From: Web technologies in libraries [WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Linda Schwartz [Linda_M.Schwartz at LVHN.ORG] Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:59 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job Posting: Senior Medical Librarian Location: Allentown Pennsylvania For description: Go to http://www.lvhn.org/LVHN_Careers Click on Search All Jobs Select Technical/Professional. Look for Senior Medical Librarian REQUIRED: Minimum of three years experience in research, design, writing publications for information literacy/infomastery and expert literature searching. Experience in design and development of technology based instructional materials. Master's Degree in Library Science, Education, Instructional Design or relevant field required. Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, Medline, CINAHL and other healthcare databases. PREFERRED: Five years experience in all areas in a healthcare setting. Experience in expert searching for meta-analysis, systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines and other research documents. Academy of Health Information Professionals certification preferred. Strong technical skills in software for website creation, course creation, databases, repository, image creation, learning management systems. Project management skills. Linda Matula Schwartz, MDE Director, Library Services Lehigh Valley Health Network 1200 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Allentown, PA 18105 610-402-5290 Libraries are about service - not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides. ________________________________ Please note that if you have received this message in error, you are hereby notified that any dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. Please notify me immediately by reply e-Mail and delete all copies of the original message. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-30 ________________________________ Disclaimer: This communication is intended for the above named person and is confidential and / or legally privileged. Any opinion(s) expressed in this communication are not necessarily those of KSU (King Saud University). If it has come to you in error you must take no action based upon it, nor must you print it, copy it, forward it, or show it to anyone. 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Greetings from the College of Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(www.ksu.edu.sa). I have been inspired to write to you by your email's last-line entry: Libraries are about service--not books. Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides.. I have been searching for a definition which could inspire and at the same time, be practical, logical and easily acceptable and with your email I got that. God Bless You! May I ask for one thing and that is, if instead of "not books", can we add "reading materials" as that encompasses the whole of the library collections. Please guide me. Thanks! With my best wishes of peace and blessings! Sincerely Syed Arif Mahmood Bokhari Lecturer/Serials Librarian and Reader's Advisor, College of Medicine Library King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University P.O.Box2925, Deptt.44 Riyadh-11461 Tel:9661-469-1768 (Off). 9661-467-1353 (Off). 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Information where & when you want it with librarians as professional guides.. I have been searching for a definition which could inspire and at the same time, be practical, logical and easily acceptable and with your email I got that. God Bless You! May I ask for one thing and that is, if instead of "not books", can we add "reading materials" as that encompasses the whole of the library collections. Please guide me. Thanks! With my best wishes of peace and blessings! Sincerely Syed Arif Mahmood Bokhari Lecturer/Serials Librarian and Reader's Advisor, College of Medicine Library King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University P.O.Box2925, Deptt.44 Riyadh-11461 Tel:9661-469-1768 (Off). 9661-467-1353 (Off). 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Thank you, Cumberland County, PA. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-31 From Lawrence.Wardroper at CAS-SATJ.GC.CA Tue Jul 31 16:03:08 2012 From: Lawrence.Wardroper at CAS-SATJ.GC.CA (Wardroper, Lawrence) Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:03:08 -0400 Subject: Web Site Standards for Usability and Design In-Reply-To: A<3421AD01CC5F3A47B7605B4C4DF7B69946A8ABE0@CCPASR04.ccpa.net> Message-ID: Try this one: http://www.d.umn.edu/itss/training/online/webdesign/ Regular updates Lawrence Wardroper Service de la biblioth?que | Library Services Service administratif des tribunaux judiciaires | Courts Administration Service 90, rue Sparks, Ottawa ON K1A 0H9 lawrence.wardroper at cas-satj.gc.ca T?l?phone | Telephone 613-996-8735 -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Blatchley, Carolyn Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 3:55 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Web Site Standards for Usability and Design As we move toward a web site redesign project, I'm looking to the community for advice on the most current web site standards, specifically those for public libraries. Do you have a favorite publication or web resource that you've recently used? I respect the information outlined at http://www.usability.gov/ and the related publication found there called "The Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines, Enlarged/Expanded Edition", but it was issued by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services in August 2006 and it seems to me there could be something more recent. Looking forward to hearing what others are using! Carolyn Blatchley Training Services Coordinator Cumberland County Library System 1601 Ritner Highway, Suite 100 Carlisle, PA 17013-9380 717.240.5379 | cblatchley at ccpa.net cumberlandcountylibraries.org The information in this message may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. 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Thank you, Cumberland County, PA. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-31 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-31 From mschofield at NOVA.EDU Tue Jul 31 16:32:29 2012 From: mschofield at NOVA.EDU (Michael Schofield) Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:32:29 -0400 Subject: Web Site Standards for Usability and Design In-Reply-To: <3421AD01CC5F3A47B7605B4C4DF7B69946A8ABE0@CCPASR04.ccpa.net> Message-ID: Hi Carolyn, There are the stock usability.gov standards, plus a lot of work done by Jakob Nielsen (http://www.useit.com) as well as the W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (http://www.w3.org/WAI). For HTML5 standards and debunking some element myths, I use http://html5doctor.com/ instead of the hard-to-read W3C HTML5 spec. There are also good code validators out there. You may want to familiarize yourself with ARIA Roles, which are useful for allowing screen readers to make sense of your website. Here's the doc (http://www.w3.org/TR/wai-aria/roles). I'm not sure what you follow or are familiar with, so here are some recent random resources: I just read the book "User Experience (UX) Design for Libraries" which, published this year, is relatively up to date. It's a good jumping-off point for a library redesign project. It's a quick read and it focuses on responsive design. Here's the GoodReads Link (http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14905971-user-experience-ux-design-for-l ibraries). IMHO, for your library website to live without major subsequent redesigns for a couple years, your team should really focus on making it future-friendly and responsive - unless you have another strategy for serving-up optimized content to multiple devices (maybe you have an app or a separate mobile site, I don't know). Andrew Careaga last week posted a future-friendly Friday Five inspired by a presentation by Dave Olsen (his site, Mobile in Higher Ed--www.dmolsen.com--is full of resources) that I think is useful: 1. The future-friendly manifesto (http://futurefriend.ly) -> a new[ish], important design philosophy in the web community. 2. Future-Ready Content (http://www.alistapart.com/articles/future-ready-content) 3. Mobile web best practices (http://mobilewebbestpractices.com) 4. Mobilekarma.com (http://www.mobilekarma.com/) 5. Go Mobile at Texas A&M: their mobile strategy, WITH A LOT OF RESOURCES (http://gomobile.tamu.edu/) Matthew Riedsma posted his ALA Annual presentation on Responsive Web Design for Libraries here (http://matthew.reidsrow.com/articles/23) and he lists 18 additional resources. Sorry for the scattered email O_o. Feel free to get in touch with me for, well, anything. Michael Schofield | mschofield at nova.edu Front-End Librarian at NSU -----Original Message----- From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Blatchley, Carolyn Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 3:55 PM To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: [WEB4LIB] Web Site Standards for Usability and Design As we move toward a web site redesign project, I'm looking to the community for advice on the most current web site standards, specifically those for public libraries. Do you have a favorite publication or web resource that you've recently used? I respect the information outlined at http://www.usability.gov/ and the related publication found there called "The Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines, Enlarged/Expanded Edition", but it was issued by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services in August 2006 and it seems to me there could be something more recent. Looking forward to hearing what others are using! Carolyn Blatchley Training Services Coordinator Cumberland County Library System 1601 Ritner Highway, Suite 100 Carlisle, PA 17013-9380 717.240.5379 | cblatchley at ccpa.net cumberlandcountylibraries.org The information in this message may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is neither the intended recipient, nor an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, then you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, unauthorized use, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. 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Nina Nina McHale On Tue, Jul 31, 2012 at 2:32 PM, Michael Schofield wrote: > Hi Carolyn, > > There are the stock usability.gov standards, plus a lot of work done by > Jakob Nielsen (http://www.useit.com) as well as the W3C Web Accessibility > Initiative (http://www.w3.org/WAI). For HTML5 standards and debunking some > element myths, I use http://html5doctor.com/ instead of the hard-to-read > W3C > HTML5 spec. There are also good code validators out there. You may want to > familiarize yourself with ARIA Roles, which are useful for allowing screen > readers to make sense of your website. Here's the doc > (http://www.w3.org/TR/wai-aria/roles). > > I'm not sure what you follow or are familiar with, so here are some recent > random resources: > > I just read the book "User Experience (UX) Design for Libraries" which, > published this year, is relatively up to date. It's a good jumping-off > point > for a library redesign project. It's a quick read and it focuses on > responsive design. Here's the GoodReads Link > ( > http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14905971-user-experience-ux-design-for-l > ibraries). > > IMHO, for your library website to live without major subsequent redesigns > for a couple years, your team should really focus on making it > future-friendly and responsive - unless you have another strategy for > serving-up optimized content to multiple devices (maybe you have an app or > a > separate mobile site, I don't know). > > Andrew Careaga last week posted a future-friendly Friday Five inspired by a > presentation by Dave Olsen (his site, Mobile in Higher > Ed--www.dmolsen.com--is full of resources) that I think is useful: > > 1. The future-friendly manifesto (http://futurefriend.ly) -> a new[ish], > important design philosophy in the web community. > 2. Future-Ready Content > (http://www.alistapart.com/articles/future-ready-content) > 3. Mobile web best practices (http://mobilewebbestpractices.com) > 4. Mobilekarma.com (http://www.mobilekarma.com/) > 5. Go Mobile at Texas A&M: their mobile strategy, WITH A LOT OF RESOURCES > (http://gomobile.tamu.edu/) > > Matthew Riedsma posted his ALA Annual presentation on Responsive Web Design > for Libraries here (http://matthew.reidsrow.com/articles/23) and he lists > 18 > additional resources. > > Sorry for the scattered email O_o. Feel free to get in touch with me for, > well, anything. > > Michael Schofield | mschofield at nova.edu > Front-End Librarian at NSU > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Web technologies in libraries [mailto:WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On > Behalf Of Blatchley, Carolyn > Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 3:55 PM > To: WEB4LIB at LISTSERV.ND.EDU > Subject: [WEB4LIB] Web Site Standards for Usability and Design > > As we move toward a web site redesign project, I'm looking to the community > for advice on the most current web site standards, specifically those for > public libraries. Do you have a favorite publication or web resource that > you've recently used? > > I respect the information outlined at http://www.usability.gov/ and the > related publication found there called "The Research-Based Web Design & > Usability Guidelines, Enlarged/Expanded Edition", but it was issued by the > U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services in August 2006 and it seems to me > there could be something more recent. > > Looking forward to hearing what others are using! > > Carolyn Blatchley > Training Services Coordinator > Cumberland County Library System > 1601 Ritner Highway, Suite 100 > Carlisle, PA 17013-9380 > 717.240.5379 | cblatchley at ccpa.net > cumberlandcountylibraries.org > > > > The information in this message may be privileged and confidential and > protected from disclosure. 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