Preamble The traditional operation of academic libraries is in deep crisis. Reengineering, which has been very popular in the business world during the 1990's, is reinventing the way one does business and libraries are not an exception to this dynamic phenomenon. The rapid expansion of networked information services, together with the increased emphasis on quality assurance processes, highlights some interesting problems for academic libraries. As the traditional concept of library is changing towards digital library, the existing manual system should be re-engineered to cope with its changing environment like Computerization of Library and Information is the primary step of re-engineering of Library and Information Services in Digital Era. At this juncture in order to take stock of the current situation in libraries in India, the Library and Information Science Wing, Directorate of Distance Education, Annamalai University, has planned to organize two day International Conference on “Re-Engineering of Library Resources and Services : Challenges and Opportunities” on 5th and 6th February 2016.

with computer and other infrastructure, adequate teaching faculty and administrative set-up of its own, study centres, computer training centres, etc., to serve its students clientele in their best interest at their door steps. It has also the unique distinction of offering first in India, Postgraduate Degree Programmes in Applied Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Bioinformatics and Law through Distance Education mode. The Directorate of Distance Education is also offering the Programmes on Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design, Hotel Management and Catering Technology Programmes, Retail Management, Twinning Programme, Programmes on Health Science, Commonwealth Youth Programme, Yoga, Music, Fire and Safety, Pharmaceutical and Taxation Programmes. Dr. C.P. RAMASWAMI AIYAR - CENTRAL LIBRARY

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The University that started with only seven departments in 1929 has over the years developed into a famed institution of higher learning with 49 departments under 10 faculties thus gaining the reputation of being one of the few Institutions in India with all faculties under one roof. The University has the advantage of a well equipped Central Library and Laboratories that provide excellent facilities for undertaking research projects for Ph.D. and Post- Doctoral work. Several research projects, funded by national and international funding agencies including the State and Central Government, has been carried out by the various Faculties, in addition to which close co-operation has been developed with neighbouring industries for promotion of research and training programmes. Directorate of Distance Education The Directorate of Distance Education established in 1979, and now offers more than five hundred different programmes of study under the Regular Stream. It is credited with the largest enrolment in India and is well equipped

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Directorate of Distance Education Library and Information Science Wing Annamalainagar – 608 002, Tamilnadu, INDIA

International Conference on

Re-Engineering of Library Resources and Services : Challenges and Opportunities 5th and 6th February 2016

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Conference Objectives The Conference aims at providing both National & International platform to all stakeholders to address, discuss and debate issues related to the Library resources and services for the benefit of all sections of the society in the context of re-engineering libraries in the light of developments in digital libraries. About Annamalai University The Annamalai University owes its existence to the wisdom, benefaction and philanthropy of a far-sighted visionary Dr. Rajah Sir Annamalai Chettiar of Chettinad. As early as 1920, he founded Sri Minakshi College in Chidambaram, a great pilgrimage centre and also a centre for South Indian traditional culture and learning. In 1928, the Annamalai University Act was passed and Sri Minakshi College paved the way for the establishment of Annamalai University.

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The following Library & Information Science programmes are offering both Distance and Regular stream: & Bachelor of Library & Information Science [B.Lib.I.Sc.] & Master of Library & Information Science [M.Lib.I.Sc.] & Five Year Integrated M.Lib.I.Sc. [Oncampus] & Post Graduate Diploma in Library Automation and Networking [PGDLAN - Off Campus] & Certificate Course in Library & Info. Sci.[C.Lib.I.Sc. - Off Campus] & M.Phil. and Ph.D. research programms. Call for Papers Original research contributions are invited from the LIS Professionals on the following Themes. Themes and Sub-Themes: Transition of Libraries towards Re-engineering in the Digital era & Digital Library / Institutional Repositories: Initiatives, design and developments & Digital Library Infrastructure, Standards and software & Case study of Digital Resources and Services & Content Management Systems and Digital Preservation & Digital Right Management (DRM) and Digital Assets Management (DAM) & IPR and Copyright Issues in the Re- engineering Libraries & Emergence of Web Technologies including Cloud Computing and their applications in re-engineering libraries & Use of Social networks in re-engineering libraries & User behavior in the digital library environment & Role of Information Literacy programmes in re-engineering the libraries & Capacity building skills and competencies of the manpower in the re-engineering libraries & Impact of Re-engineering in LIS education, training and research & Librametrics to Webometrics

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Dr. P. RAVICHANDRAN Convener and Organizing Secretary Head, Library and Information Science Wing Directorate of Distance Eduation, Annamalai University Annamalai nagar – 608002, Tamil Nadu, INDIA Mobile: +919443568717 / 8870799226 Email: [email protected] website: https://icrlrs.wordpress.com

Who should Participate? Library and Information Science Professionals from Academic Institutions, IT and Knowledge sectors, Policy makers, Knowledge seekers, Researchers, Students, Distance Learners E-publishers/Vendors, Content Managers/ Technology Managers, Government Officials/Planners/Media experts. Submission of Papers Original papers based on research surveys, case studies and implementation of new and novel ideas, methods and services are invited. The papers will be reviewed by the editorial committee and the selected papers will be published in the form of conference volume with ISBN. Guidelines for Submission of Papers Authors are requested to submit the soft copy of full paper (with abstract not exceeding 200 words and at least three keywords) on CD and an e-mail attachment to the organizing secretary. The paper should not exceed 6 pages of A4 size with double line spacing and font size 12 in Times New Roman. Charts, graphs, photographs, if any, should be inserted in appropriate places of the article. References should be given as per the Chicago Style manual. Registration fee: Faculty members / LIS Professionals - ` 1500/- [$ 75 for Overseas participants] Research Scholars & Students - ` 750/- [$ 50 for Overseas participants] Registrations for all the authors are mandatory. The Registration fee includes Conference kit, working lunch, refreshments. The demand draft may be drawn in favour of “The Registrar, Annamalai University” payable at Chidambaram / Annamalainagar. An author can contribute maximum two paper (either first or co-author). The paper will be included in the conference volumeonly after receiving the registration fee along with filled in Registration Form. The soft copy should be mailed to [email protected] and the hard copy should also be sent by post th to the organising secretary on or before 20 January 2016. Accommodation Accommodation for outstatio participants will be arrranged at the University Guest House on request. The Guest House has three bedded A/C and Non A/C rooms on sharing basis. The payment for the University accommodation should be made on the spot by cash. The participants are requested to confirm the arrival and departure timing over phone / e-mail. Plenty of Hotels / Lodges are available nearby the Chidambaram bus stand with nominal cost. Chief Patron:

Dr. S. MANIAN, Vice-Chancellor, Annamalai University

Patron:

Dr. K. ARUMUGAM, Registrar, Annamalai University

Vice-Patrons:

Dr. R. RAJENDRAN, Dean, Faculty of Arts, Annamalai University Dr. RM. CHANDRASEKARAN, Director, Directorate of Distance Education, Annamalai University

Conference Directors: Dr. M. NAGARAJAN, Prof.& Head, Department of Library & Information Science and Librarian, Annamalai University Dr. S. RAVI, Professor, Library & Info. Sci.Wing, D.D.E., Annamalai University Dr. R. PONNUDURAI, Professor, Dept. of Library & Info. Science, Annamalai University

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Dr. P. RAVICHANDRAN, Convener and Organizing Secretary: Head, Library & Information Science Wing, D.D.E., Annamalai University

Annamalai University (Accredited with ‘A’ Grade by NAAC)

International Conference On

Re-Engineering of Library Resources and Services : Challenges and Opportunities 5th and 6th February 2016

Organised by

Library and Information Science Wing Directorate of Distance Education Jointly with

Annamalai University Library & Information Science Alumni Association (AULISAA)

Annamalai University Annamalainagar – 608 002 Tamilnadu, INDIA