http://blog.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib hourly 1 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://gmane.org/img/gmane-25t.png http://gmane.org http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19312 <pre>I imagine this link is probably already known by many of you, but I found it a very helpful resource and thought I'd share it again. http://www.jkup.net/terms.html </pre> Inge Kokidko 2012-05-25T17:47:02 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19311 <pre>A library school student I work with has an assignment to interview a librarian who uses a CMS. There's a short deadline (midnight May 26), but it's also a short list of questions (to answer in person, by phone or e-mail). If you can help, please e-mail: Mollie Armour marmour-zyaWFcxYZ9U&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org Thank you! Some bullet points for the interview: *How and where did they hear about CMS? *What were your motivations to adopt CMS for its use (library website or any other purpose) *What were your decision making criteria? and What is the name of CMS used? *What are the important benefits or advantages of a particular CMS over an old system or another CMS system they've used in the past? *How was the learning curve? ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-25 </pre> Marty Tanner Hughes 2012-05-25T17:11:54 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19308 <pre>Forwarded on behalf of Laura Girmscheid. Roy ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Library Journal invites U.S. libraries to take an ebook survey at this link: http://app.fluidsurveys.com/s/2012ebook/ The survey will be open until June 30 and LJ is offering an iPad incentive for answering. This is their third annual survey, and times series data for the three years will be reported. ~ Laura Laura Girmscheid Media Source Research lgirmscheid-3IKv+s9rYV5cuVcvJjL11NBPR1lH4CV8&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org 160 Varick St. 11th Fl. New York, NY 10013 tel: 646-380-0719 fax: 646-380-0756 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-23 </pre> Roy Tennant 2012-05-24T01:03:00 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19307 <pre>Please excuse duplication. Please forward to interested colleagues and other listservs. _OCLC Systems &amp; Services: International Digital Library Perspectives_ (OSS:IDLP) is looking for articles. Articles can be of any length, and figures and screen shots are encouraged. OSS:IDLP is a peer-reviewed journal. If you are interested, there is a short timeline for publication; your article can be published as early as October 2012. For more information, contact the editor at the email address below. Editorial objectives OCLC Systems &amp; Services: International Digital Library Perspectives covers a broad range of subject areas relating to the Web-based delivery of digital cultural content. 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 &amp; Services is indexed and abstracted in: *Academic Search Alumni Edition *Academic Search Complete *Academic Search Premier *Computer Science Index *Computer &amp; 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 &amp; Personal Computing Abstracts *Library &amp; Information Science Abstracts *Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts *Library Literature &amp; Information Science *Library Literature &amp; 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-sq9KKzVdZgqHXe+LvDLADg&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org 219-464-5099 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-23 </pre> Brad Eden 2012-05-23T18:54:06 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19306 <pre>Electronic Resources Management Librarian The University of Chicago Library invites applicants for the position of Electronic Resources Management (ERM) Librarian. Home of one of the largest and richest research collections in the world, The University of Chicago Library provides access to an extensive number of e-resources including purchased and licensed serials and electronic books. The ERM Librarian plays a key role in the coordination and management of content supplied by over 500 producers as well as freely-available content. The collection currently contains around 2 million individual electronic titles. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Collection Services, the ERM Librarian provides leadership, vision, and direction for electronic resources management in a library that has made it a strategic priority to ensure users can take full advantage of resources. The ERM Librarian establishes standards for electronic resources management, assesses whether standards are being met, and recommends and implements changes to improve electronic resources for Library users. Representing the University of Chicago Library at professional conferences and meetings, and maintaining professional networks and collaborative relationships with other libraries, the ERM Librarian both remains abreast of changes affecting electronic resources management and assumes an active leadership and advocacy role within the field. The ERM Librarian has primary responsibility for the management of all aspects of our acquired electronic resources, providing support for collecting activities including the identification of potential new products and coordinating the Library's trial program. Provides license support including initial negotiation and technical review to ensure that the licenses conform to University and Library requirements. Manages the ordering of new products and, with other units, coordinates the cataloging activities related to e-resources. Manages link resolver and other access tools, works with other departments to ensure software and hardware is updated to maintain correct links to licensed content, and resolves issues identified by staff or patrons. Works as a liaison with Library groups and committees to evaluate and implement interface designs and changes. The ERM Librarian also supervises the ERM Manager and ERM Assistants. For a complete position description, please visit http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/jobs/librarianvacant.html QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited library school required along with significant experience working with electronic resources management combined with a broad understanding of technical services operations. Academic library experience is preferred. Project management experience required. Experience negotiating licensing and pricing terms with publishers and other content providers required. Experience using LMS cataloging and acquisitions modules required. Strong computer literacy and ability to work with a multitude of library systems, databases and software required. Previous supervisory experience required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral) required. Ability to work independently and collegially in a complex, diverse, and rapidly changing environment required. Demonstrated ability to analyze issues and problems, evaluate possible solutions, and implement best choices required. Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate, and perform tasks required. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Appointment salary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include retirement plan, insurance, and paid time off. There is a tuition benefit plan for college age and younger children. To apply for this position, submit a profile, cover letter, CV, and reference contact information to https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52261 Applications received by July 7, 2012 will be assured consideration. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-22 </pre> David Brian Bietila 2012-05-22T21:24:08 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19305 <pre>*sorry for any cross posting* NC LIVE Web &amp; User Experience Development Librarian Vacancy Announcement NC LIVE seeks candidates with a passion for helping people find, use, and create information that improves their communities and their lives through digital library collections and services. We need your enthusiasm, ideas, and unique skills to expand the digital possibilities of the state’s academic and public libraries. If you are looking to join an organization with a track record of success that will use your ideas to help build the next generation of libraries in North Carolina, come join us at NC LIVE. Known for its leadership in collaborative online library success, NC LIVE seeks an innovative, curious, and flexible colleague to join a seven-member team of librarians and information technology professionals serving the state from NCSU Libraries on the campus of NC State University. This newly- created position reports to the NC LIVE Executive Director. Responsibilities The Web/UXD Librarian will have primary responsibility to design, develop, and maintain the web and mobile interfaces of NC LIVE’s digital library services and collections. Web and Application Development Provide hands on leadership and vision in the development, support, integration, and administration of NC LIVE’s digital library websites, portals, and discovery systems Conduct ongoing research into the development of new digital library interface capabilities, enhancements, and user-centered design trends Partner with member library staff to maximize access to and use of NC LIVE’s digital collections through creative web design that improves the patron’s discovery experience Provide frontline support for digital library services through NC LIVE’s content management systems and library relations systems Participate in consortial planning, by serving on committees, taskforces, and teams Member Relations and Outreach Support Track and identify trends in use and user behavior to assist colleagues in building orientation, awareness, and training initiatives for member libraries Provide digital library consulting services to member libraries Build relationships with member librarians and digital library service vendors to ensure the best match of service to organizational needs Qualifications Required: ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent degree in library or information science Relevant experience, including design and development of digital applications library services in an public, academic, or special library environment Knowledge of and experience with current and emerging web development technologies as they contribute to digital library services and user experience of students, library patrons, or researchers Demonstrated commitment to creative, high-quality digital library services Evidence of ability for ongoing professional development and contribution Knowledge of data standards prevalent in libraries Relevant customer service experience in a library, educational institution, or other knowledge-based organization Ability to work and excel in both individual and team environments Valid driver’s license Preferred: Previous digital library development experience in a library, educational institution, or other knowledge-based organization Experience with search engine technologies in a library or university environment Experience addressing usability issues and with user-centered design in library environments Demonstrated experience retrieving data from open web API's Overview of NC LIVE NC LIVE is North Carolina’s statewide online library service. Founded in 1997 by representatives from the NC Community Colleges, the NC Independent Colleges and Universities, the NC Public Library Directors Association, the University of North Carolina and the State Library of North Carolina, NC LIVE serves nearly 200 member libraries across North Carolina, and is dedicated to helping its member libraries provide North Carolinians with resources that support education, enhance statewide economic development, and increase quality of life. Designed for at-home use, NC LIVE eBooks, magazines, newspapers, journals, media, and other online materials are available from any Internet connection via library websites, and through www.nclive.org. NC LIVE offers free electronic access to resources for all ages on topics ranging from careers, business, and investing, to auto repair, health, history, and genealogy. NC LIVE resources are available to all North Carolinians through their local public, community college, or academic library. More information about NC LIVE can be found at: http://www.nclive.org/about Salary and Benefits Salary is very competitive, commensurate with education and experience. Position is non-tenure track faculty at the rank of Librarian. Benefits include: 24 days vacation, 12 days sick leave; State of NC comprehensive major medical insurance, and state, TIAA/CREF, or other retirement options. Additional and optional dental, life, disability, deferred compensation, and legal plans are offered. Tuition waiver program for all campuses of The University of North Carolina is available. More benefits information is available at http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/hr/benefits/. Application process and schedule Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to receive full consideration. The nomination committee may invite candidates for confidential, pre-interview screenings. Applicants must apply through the NC State University online employment website at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/. Search by position number 00102614, complete application, and attach cover letter, résumé, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of four current, professional references. AA/EEO In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Final candidates for employment are subject to criminal &amp; sex offender background checks. A previous criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for employment. However, failure to provide complete &amp; accurate information will be considered "falsification" and applicants will be removed from consideration. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-22 </pre> Nitin Arora 2012-05-22T21:22:35 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19302 <pre>Posting this on behalf of a colleague: http://scadjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53281 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-21 </pre> Erin Germ 2012-05-21T23:21:28 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19293 <pre>Hi, If a person types an incorrect domain name in an address bar, the browser will prompt him or her to check the network connection. (It also prompts him or her to check the domain name.) For example, Mozilla Firefox will respond with ***************************************** Check the address for typing errors such as ww.example.com instead of www.example.com If you are unable to load any pages, check your computer's network connection. If your computer or network is protected by a firewall or proxy, make sure that Firefox is permitted to access the Web. ***************************************** Why does the browser not know that the network connection is fine, and simply prompt the person to re-examine the domain name? Does DNS not communicate with HTTP? Any help with satisfying my curiosity would be much appreciated. Regards John Regards, John John Fitzgibbon w: www.galwaylibrary.ie e: info-2tjwXlteWPH6SIQjw9F3Yw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org p: 00 353 91 562471 f: 00 353 91 565039 ##################################################################################### This e-mail message has been scanned for content and cleared by MailMarshal Hosted at Galway County Council T</pre> John Fitzgibbon 2012-05-21T13:22:20 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19292 <pre>Hi, We are in the process of making very old hand written documents available on the Web. The handwritten information has been typed up and converted to HTML, but we are hoping to provide links from this to the originals which will be in PDF format. The originals are on microfilm. Each page is about six times as wide as it is high. We have scanned a sample, but find that when zooming in, it quickly becomes impossible to read the handwriting. Vertical lines which are on the microfilm become more of a problem when enlarging the image. Also, because of the document's dimensions, much of the document disappears off screen when zooming in, and a large scrollbar appears at the bottom of the screen. A cleaner image and an ability to pan and zoom with the mouse would be ideal. What is the best way of achieving this? Any help would be much appreciated. Regards John ##################################################################################### This e-mail message has been scanned for content and cleared by MailMarshal Hosted at Galway County Council T</pre> John Fitzgibbon 2012-05-21T13:06:30 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19288 <pre>Assistant Director for Discovery Services The James B. Duke Library at Furman University, a top-ranked liberal arts university, seeks an energetic and innovative individual to lead its newly created Discovery Services division. This division works to enhance patron resource discovery and create, enrich and curate digital collections used for instruction and research. The successful candidate will demonstrate both collaborative leadership and technical skills to provide direction for the library’s web presence, discovery tools and management of digital assets. The newly created Discovery Services Division consists of Web Services and Emerging Technology, The DigiCenter, Cataloging/Metadata, and Systems. Job Summary: The Assistant Director for Discovery Services guides the division through planning and implementation of new technology and discovery-related services and through management and support of legacy technologies. The AD ensures the quality and reliable delivery of library technology systems and services to the university community. This position works with librarians, faculty and staff in the creation and implementation of discovery strategies that support the university’s teaching and learning mission and its commitment to academic excellence. The AD reports to the Director of Libraries and serves as a member of the Library Leadership Council with the Assistant Directors for Collection Services and Outreach Services. Duties and Responsibilities: ● Develops a strategic vision for discovery building on its current strengths, addresses new opportunities, judiciously pursues the transformative possibilities of adapting technology to better serve the university community. ● Works with Furman University Libraries' faculty, students and staff to evaluate the Libraries' discovery environment, develops and implements strategies and innovative solutions to improve the user experience and maximize system functionality. ● Cultivates strong cooperative relationships with Information Technology Services personnel. ● Collaborates in the development and implementation of innovative initiatives and services. Develops RFPs for library systems, software, and services. Negotiates with vendors of such and, with the Chief Information Officer, develops contracts for procuring systems and services from selected vendors. ● Establishes and maintains open communication channels within the division, and across the library, and contributes to a consultative and collegial work environment. ● Works with division members to develop annual performance goals, monitors progress, and provides guidance and redirection as needed. Encourages, seeks, and facilitates professional development opportunities for division members. Performs annual evaluations for direct reports. ● Motivates and inspires others to embrace changes that will enhance the library’s virtual and relational presence in the university community. ● Promotes local and unique collections by partnering with Special Collections and Archives to incorporate these materials into mainstream discovery channels. Attributes The successful candidate will demonstrate: ● willingness to assist with the work of the division. ● outstanding people, project, process, and change management skills and talent for collaborating with a broad range of constituencies. ● excellent organizational, analytical, time management, and written communication skills. ● exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to motivate others to embrace change. ● knowledge of the changing nature of library services, trends, and technologies flexibility and creativity in a changing technological and organizational environment. ● enthusiasm for exploration of new opportunities to better serve our library patrons. Qualifications Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree or relevant graduate degree. At least five years of experience working in an academic library and three years of supervisory experience. Significant recent operational experience in one or more areas of the division. Significant hands-on experience in applying Web best practices. Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and oversee complex projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize work in alignment with the service goals of the division, library and university. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant standards for digital practices. Application Deadline Review of applications begins immediately and will conclude on July 16, 2012. Planned Starting Date January 2, 2013 Libraries The Furman University Libraries consist of the James B. Duke Library, the Sanders Science Library and the Robert J. Maxwell Music Library. Library personnel include 13 library faculty and 17 support staff. Current Discovery Services The Libraries use Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium, Summon, LibGuides, and LUNA Insight and is in the process of migrating its website to Sharepoint. Environment Furman University is a highly selective, independent liberal arts college. It is distinguished by its commitment to engaged learning, a problem solving approach to education. Furman’s 750-acre campus in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains is considered one of the most beautiful in the nation. The campus is located fifteen minutes from downtown Greenville, one of the South’s most prosperous cities with a metropolitan population of over 630,000 and an excellent array of cultural events, restaurants and shopping. Additional information is available on the university’s homepage at http://www.furman.edu/ Salary Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Librarians have faculty status (without tenure), 10 paid holidays, 20 days vacation and an excellent benefits package, including tuition assistance and domestic partner benefits. Application Review of applications begins immediately and will conclude on July 16, 2012. Please submit a cover letter, a resume/cv and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and phone numbers of three references to HumanResources&lt; at &gt;furman.edu&lt;mailto:HumanResources-P1PBv3X1N443uPMLIKxrzw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&gt;. For additional information contact Janis Bandelin, Director of Libraries, janis.bandelin-P1PBv3X1N443uPMLIKxrzw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&lt;mailto:janis.bandelin-P1PBv3X1N443uPMLIKxrzw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&gt;, 864-294-2191. Furman University is an equal-opportunity employer. Scott Salzman Systems, Web Services &amp; Emerging Technologies Librarian Furman University Libraries http://library.furman.edu/ (864) 294-3204 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-18 </pre> Scott Salzman 2012-05-18T21:06:21 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19287 <pre>**Please excuse cross-posting!** *Call for Participation: LITA Mobile Computing IG meeting * *Sunday, June 24, 2012 - 8:00am to 10:00am* Disneyland Hotel &lt;http://ala12.scheduler.ala.org/node/69&gt; North Exhibit Hall Room DE The LITA Mobile Computing IG seeks 4-5 short presentations (15 minutes) on mobile computing for the upcoming ALA Annual Conference at Anaheim, CA. The LITA MCIG is also seeking the suggestions for discussion topics, things you have been working on, plan to work, or want to work on in terms of mobile computing. All suggestions and presentation topics are welcome and will be given consideration for presentation and discussion. Feel free to email me off-the-list (kimb-yR1IYenT0F0&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org) and/or post your topic at ALA Connect : http://connect.ala.org/node/176080 Thank you! </pre> Bohyun Kim 2012-05-18T15:05:11 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19286 <pre> NFAIS WEBINAR: The Information Behavior of the Researcher of the Future: A Look at New Survey Results Want to learn more about the information behavior of the next generation of scholars and researchers? Join NFAIS in a 90-minute webinar on Wednesday, June 20th (11:00am – 12:30pm EDST) to hear the just-released results of a three-year study on the behavior of the 'Generation Y' scholar (students born between 1982 -1994) currently studying for a PhD in the UK. Sponsored by the British Library and JISC and to be released this month, the study will examine students’ activities and habits in online and physical research environments, as well as their use of print and digital library information resources. The webinar will feature Julie Carpenter, Founder and Director of Education for Change, who served as Project Director for the study. She will discuss the results of the study on the following issues: Emerging research behaviour trends across diverse subject discipline How doctoral scholars from Generation Y seek information both on and offline The relative use of digital resources and physical resources, including research spaces How Generation Y students search for and use digital content for research Generation Y adoption and use of emerging technologies for information access and use Julie’s bio can be accessed at: [http://www.efc.co.uk/people/staff/julie_carpenter.jsp] http://www.efc.co.uk/people/staff/julie_carpenter.jsp. Register today if you or your staff want to prepare the shaping of your products and services for the next generation of researchers by learning about their current information seeking behavior. NFAIS members pay $95, Sister Society members pay $105, and non-members pay $115. For groups of 3 or more, NFAIS member organizations pay $245, Sister Society members pay $265, and non-member organizations pay $285. The registration form can be accessed at: [http://www.ubi.org/nfaisforms/RFReg0612.pdf] http://www.ubi.org/nfaisforms/RFReg0612.pdf. For more information contact: Jill O’Neill, NFAIS Director, Communication and Planning, [tel:215-893-1561] 215-893-1561 (phone); [tel:215-893-1564] 215-893-1564 (fax);[mailto:jilloneill-1k/7l47MX6nYtjvyW6yDsg&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org] mailto:jilloneill-1k/7l47MX6kEbZ0PF+XxCw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-18</pre> jilloneill-9wywJmec16Iq7nC9nEY4TA< at >public.gmane.org 2012-05-18T15:02:04 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19283 <pre>Dear all, I am looking for references about information monitoring as part of a special library service. I found tools and books about sources of information, but nothing about the methodology for building a monitoring service thanks to which I could improve my practice. Could you share your resources with me please ? I am french speaking and I am wonder if "information monitoring" and "documentary monitoring" are good translations ?? Best Regards, STEPHANE DUDART Documentaliste BIP RUE ROYALE 2-4 KONINGSSTRAAT B-1000 BRUXELLES - BRUSSEL T. +32 (0)2 563 62 88 F. +32 (0)2 563 63 20 E. mbreton-9asBafDzqHoHxECXJg91jw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&lt;mailto:mbreton-9asBafDzqHoHxECXJg91jw&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&gt; www.adt-ato.be &lt;http://www.adt-ato.be&gt; Sauf habilitation contraire, le contenu de ce courriel est propre à son auteur et n'engage pas l 'ADT. Il est exclusivement réservé aux destinataires indiqués. Voir www.adt-ato.be/disclaimer-fr&lt;http://www.adt-ato.be/disclaimer-fr&gt; Tenzij andere machtiging gaat de inhoud van deze mail uit van zijn auteur en verbindt hij het ATO niet. Hij richt zich uitsluitend tot de gemelde bestemmelingen. Zie www.adt-ato.be/nl/disclaimer&lt;http://www.adt-ato.be/nl/disclaimer&gt; ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-18 </pre> Stéphane Dudart 2012-05-18T09:48:13 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19281 <pre>Call for Participation: LITA Heads of Library Technology (HoLT) IG meeting Sunday, June 24, 2012 at 10:30 – 12pm Sheraton Garden Grove (SHERG) - Chardonnay Room The LITA Heads of Library Technology Interest Group seek 4-5 short presentations (10-15 minutes) on issues relating to Leadership and Library Technology for the upcoming 2012 ALA Annual conference. All topics will be considered, but some ideas to get your though process started may include mobile development, issues relating to setting up unmediated services, technology lending programs, setting up an Open Source community, balancing budget constraints with desire for innovation, digital repository and data management services. Physical attendance at ALA Annual in Anaheim is required for the presentation and/or attendance of this meeting. Please submit proposals to evviva.weinraub-e/prDBdGCFNcusGGlJDZ6w&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org Evviva Weinraub Director, Emerging Technologies &amp; Services evviva.weinraub-e/prDBdGCFNcusGGlJDZ6w&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org Oregon State University Libraries 121 The Valley Library Corvallis, OR 97331-4501 Phone: 541.737.2458 Fax: 541.737.3453 OSU Libraries: Innovation, Heart &amp; Ideas ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-17 </pre> Evviva Weinraub 2012-05-18T01:37:24 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19274 <pre>Greetings, all! Tabatha Farney (University of Colorado Colorado Springs) and I are putting the finishing touches on our LITA Guide about web analytics, and we'd like to include two appendices: 1. a list of suggested free tools for analytics use in libraries; and 2. a list of commonly used library products (CMSs, catalogs, calendaring tools) to which one can quickly and easily add third-party analytics capabilities. We'd like to get broad feedback on both of these items. Please respond directly to me and Tabatha (who's cc'ed), and if there's interest, I'll share with the list. 1. So, first question: *What products would you include in an appendix that lists free analytics tools for libraries? *These are the products that we are considering, and several of them are mentioned throughout the course of the manuscript: Google Analytics Yahoo! Analytics Piwik Crazy Egg AWStats Percent Mobile ClickTale FaceBook Insights Bango StatCounter Webalizer FireStats FeedBurner What's missing from this list? Are there any other tools out there that you'd recommend for use in library environments? They can be very specific (i.e., FaceBook Insights). 2. Second question: *To what library products have you added third-party (i.e., Google Analytics) analytics capabilities, and how, in a paragraph or less, did you add them?* This is what we have/know how to include: CMSs: Drupal, WordPress, Omeka, LibGuides Catalogs: III Other: Evanced If you've integrated Google Analytics (or another third-party tool) into SirsiDynix products or discovery tools, we'd be very interested in hearing from you. For this second appendix, we are NOT looking for a step-by-step install process (which would be difficult to make accurate for a large audience and also date rapidly), just a high-level description of the best way to integrate tracking code or install the tool. Example for Drupal: "Create a Google Analytics account (if you don't already have one). Then, install the Drupal Google Analytics module (LINK) on your Drupal site(s). Finally, configure the module by adding your Google Analytics account number. The module will then insert the tracking code for you in your web pages." </pre> Nina Mchale 2012-05-17T17:27:30 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19272 <pre>This question has undoubtedly come up on Web4Lib before, but I can't find anything in the archives to show it has been raised recently. At the risk of redundancy: What web browser brands and versions does your library make a formal commitment to support for your public web site? I'm specifically wondering what your cut-offs are for Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari. If you have a couple minutes, please fill out this quick survey: http://bit.ly/KoJNe2 Thanks! Ken </pre> Ken Varnum 2012-05-17T17:16:53 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19271 <pre>Please excuse the cross-posting - I'm trying to gather some wisdom here and am casting my net wide. We're looking to get started with When2Work for our desk scheduling. There are so many options available - we'd like to know how other libraries are using this product. In particular, if you have multiple desks to schedule, how did you set it up initially. Groups? Types of employee? If anyone has a simple "this is how we set it up" document or tutorial, or a template of how you set your system up, we'd very much appreciate a peek. Best practices, hints and tips, cautionary tales! All are useful. I figure this product has been around a while - I hate to spend a lot of time reinventing the wheel, as most libraries have similar scheduling challenges! Any help you can give would be most appreciated. Feel free to reply to me off-list (email below) if you prefer. Thanks! 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&lt;http://www.wdmlibrary.org&gt; louise.alcorn-quDANIR9jVmfRvmTrFJqzg&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&lt;mailto:louise.alcorn-quDANIR9jVmfRvmTrFJqzg&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&gt; ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-17 </pre> Louise Alcorn 2012-05-17T15:25:50 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19270 <pre>Due to several requests the submission deadline to the forth conference "Semantic Web in Libraries" (SWIB), 26.-28.11.2012 in Cologne, has been extended to May 31, 2012. The call for proposals here once again: Call for Participation: SWIB12 "Semantic Web in Bibliotheken" (Semantic Web in Libraries) Conference, 26.11. - 28.11.2012, Cologne To an ever increasing extent Linked Open Data (LOD) is developing into a mainstream topic, with more and more organisations announcing LOD projects and services. Furthermore and during the last two years Linked Open Data has received a lot more attention from the library world. Examples ranging from the Library of Congress' initiative "A Bibliographic Framework for the Digital Age", the Conference of European National Librarians and their vote to support the open licensing of their data to groups like LODLAM, IFLA'S Semantic Web Special Interest Group, to library system vendors and providers discussing and experimenting with Linked Data technology clearly reflect that - LOD has gained a lot of momentum in library land. The question is how to ensure that LOD won't be a temporary hype but that it will take hold in future infrastructures. SWIB12 will focus on the adaption of Semantic Web approaches in applications for libraries and science. In the last years lots of effort has been put into generating LOD datasets from legacy systems and into promoting the LOD approach towards a global and open information space. Upcoming challenges will be the strategic and technical alignment of catalogues and legacy systems in libraries, and authoring environments for scholarly communication with a data and service infrastructure based on Semantic Web principles. This year's SWIB conference (Semantic Web in Bibliotheken) will be held in Cologne from 26-28 November 2012. As in the years before, SWIB12 will be organized by the North Rhine-Westphalian Library Service Center (hbz) and the ZBW - German National Library of Economics / Leibniz Information Centre for Economics. The conference language is English. We appreciate proposals (research reports, projects, work in progress, ...) on the following or related topics: * Integration of Linked Data into productive library environments * Technologies for providing, accessing and integrating Linked Data in a non-disruptive and lightweighted way, e.g. by means of APIs or WebServices * Enhancing authoring environments like Content Management Systems, blogs or wikis with Semantic Web facilities, e.g. by accessing Linked Open Datasets or by including semantic markup * Enhancing legacy data through integration of data from the LOD cloud or through FRBRizing, deduplication, crowdsourcing etc. * Applications using authority data maintained by libraries and possibly enriched by the community * Development of commercial or non-commercial library systems aligning their data models and policies with the web of data * Licensing strategies and business models for supporting the reuse of Linked Open Data Do you have an interesting service, research topic or project that you would like to present at the conference? We are looking forward to receiving your suggestions and proposals for contributions (with an abstract of 1000-1500 characters) by May 31, 2012. Please submit your abstract using our website at http://swib.org/swib12/submission. We'll try to give feedback till June 22. Adrian Pohl hbz Tel. +49-(0)221-40075235 E-mail: swib(at)hbz-nrw.de or Joachim Neubert ZBW Tel. +49-(0)40-42834462 E-mail: j.neubert(at)zbw.eu Website: http://swib.org/swib12 Twitter: #swib12 ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-17 </pre> Neubert Joachim 2012-05-17T10:25:48 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19269 <pre>Lead a dynamic and evolving library technology department in an environment of professional collegiality and collaboration. Eastern Illinois University's Booth Library is seeking a Head of Library Technology Services. This position is a 12-month faculty appointment and will be tenure-track or non-tenure-track depending on qualifications. Reporting to the Dean of Library Services, the individual will manage the Library Technology Services department, which consists of two IT staff, four public services staff, and student help. Job duties include managing and developing technology resources and applications, supervising staff, scripting and programming for internally developed projects, coordinating the operation of a technology service desk, serving as a liaison to campus technology committees, and other duties as assigned, which may include some service at the reference desk. QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered for a tenure-track position, an ALA-accredited MLS is required; a second master's degree is preferred and required for assistant professor rank and for tenure. To be considered for a non-tenure-track position, candidates must possess a master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. REQUIRED SKILLS: Knowledge of scripting languages for the development and support of PHP applications and the maintenance of legacy ASP applications. Knowledge of and the ability to provide support for relational database applications using MySQL, MS Access, and Oracle. Strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of responsibilities. Excellent communication skills. Dedication to public and institutional service. DESIRED SKILLS: Supervisory experience. Previous work experience in a library environment. Familiarity with Windows, Linux and Macintosh platforms. Interest in open source applications and vendor and social network APIs. Proficiency with additional programming languages. Eastern Illinois University is a public comprehensive university that offers superior, accessible undergraduate and graduate education to approximately 12,000 students. The university is located in east central Illinois and combines the benefits of a community of 20,000 with easy access to several large cities, including Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Starting date: September 1, 2012, negotiable. Review of applications begins July 2, 2012, and continues until campus interviews are scheduled. Salary is negotiable dependent on qualifications, with a minimum annual salary of $57,540 for appointment as a tenure-track assistant professor. Send letter of application, to include links to publicly accessible web projects, and current resume (with names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to: Peggy Manley at &lt;mailto:pamanley-zU41bOaIszc&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org&gt; pamanley-zU41bOaIszc&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org (preferred); or to Dr. Allen Lanham, Dean of Library Services, Booth Library, Eastern Illinois University, 600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920-3099; or fax to 217-581-7534. Eastern Illinois University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer committed to achieving a diverse community. Visit us at &lt;http://www.library.eiu.edu/&gt; http://www.library.eiu.edu. ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-16 </pre> Stacey Knight 2012-05-16T21:12:34 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19268 <pre>Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library *The George Washington University* * * The Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library at The George Washington University supports the educational, clinical, and research needs of the Schools of Medicine and Health Sciences, Public Health and Health Services and Nursing. The Web Services department works closely with the other library divisions to provide access to the library’s resources and services. Web/Electronic Services Coordinator The Web/Electronic Services Coordinator at the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library is a crucial member of the library staff. This position works closely with staff in the library operations department and the reference and instruction department in order to provide web-based access to the library’s vast electronic collections and services, and integrate specialized library software. Other duties include responsibility for the library’s mobile presence, instruction, currency with new technologies including web 2.0 applications, and membership on various library committees. This position reports to the Associate Director for Education, Information, and Technology Services. Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:* * - Upgrade content and design of library website based on usability as new requirements arise. - Maintain library website in conjunction with Publications Specialist/Web Assistant and Systems Librarian. - Enhance and maintain library Intranet and mobile sites. - Develop and support custom and specialized library applications; work closely with library departments to determine development and implementation requirements. - Document all library development projects. - Handle accounts on various library systems including LibGuides. - Chair library Electronic Services and Mobile Committees. - Serve on various library committees. - Investigate new projects and technologies for use on library site. - Participates in School of Medicine and Health Sciences Problem-Oriented, Case-based Learning (PCL) as librarian tutor. - Participate in the departmental Library Liaison program providing instruction and informational services to various departments (both academic and clinical) in conjunction with reference department. - Partner with the reference department to develop web-delivered courses and instructional materials. - Manage/track software licenses, request/purchase server and/or workstation upgrades (hardware and software). - Contribute to library marketing and communication activities. - Supervise Library Publications Specialist/Web Assistant (FT). - Coordinate activities with Marketing and Communications Department and Academic and Web Services. - Other duties as assigned. *Basic Qualifications: * - MLS from an ALA-accredited school or equivalent mix of education and experience - 2-5 years experience in web programming/design - Demonstrated strong working knowledge and understanding of current web standards and user interface design and principles - Demonstrated strong knowledge of HTML, CSS/XHTML, Flash, JavaScript/Client-side Scripting - Demonstrated knowledge of content management systems - Instructional experience - Documentation experience *Preferred Qualifications: * - Library work or project experience - Supervisory experience - Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills - Strong project management skills - Knowledge of health sciences resources and environment - Experience with usability testing - Experience with Cold Fusion - Experience with Drupal - Familiarity with Google Apps and Analytics - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all levels of library staff and patrons. The minimum salary is from $54,000, based on experience and qualifications, plus excellent academic benefits. *Application procedure: *The review of applications will begin on February 8, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.* *Send resume, cover letter that outlines assessment of skills as they relate to basic qualifications and salary requirement to the address below. Also provide the names and contact information of 3 references including telephone numbers and addresses. The successful candidate will be required to submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check. *Only complete applications will be considered.* The George Washington University Attention: J. Marie Miller Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library 2300 Eye Street, NW Washington, DC 20037 The George Washington University is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-16 </pre> Alexandra Gomes 2012-05-16T17:27:46 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/19266 <pre> OCLC | EasyBib ================================================================== Alarming Research Habits - Looking at how Students Cite ------------------------------------------------------------------ Citations--the glue that keeps research papers honest, yet an aspect of the research process many students don't understand, and find tedious or bothersome. * In a College and Research Libraries analysis, 71% of students had only 1-5 citations listed in their papers * In EasyBib survey of 2600 students, 40% of respondents said they sometimes or rarely add a citation when they paraphrase another person's ideas * In the same survey, more than half (54%) said they would be less likely to cite sources altogether if they did not have access to bibliographic management tools How are students interpreting and synthesizing information? How many sources are they using in their papers? When are they citing, and how do they assemble their sources? We'll answer and discuss all these questions and more, while showing how EasyBib and OCLC can help with information literacy tools and features that cultivate better research skills. ------------------------------------------------------------------ The Research Environment: Understanding how students use sources while writing and researching Wednesday, May 23, 2012 2:00 pm Eastern (11:00 am Pacific) Register here -- https://oclc.webex.com/oclc/j.php?ED=176056997&amp;RG=1&amp;UID=1325833727&amp;RT=Mi M0 =================================================================== To view a Web version of this e-mail, go to &lt; http://visit.oclc.org/dm?id=%%SUBSCRIBER_ID_TAG%% &lt;http://visit.oclc.org/dm?id=%25%25SUBSCRIBER_ID_TAG%25%25&gt; &gt; ============================ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-05-15 </pre> McIntosh,Lauri 2012-05-15T20:53:04 Search the mailing list at Gmane query http://search.gmane.org/?group=$group=gmane.education.web4lib