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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - COUNTER Release 5 Code of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join Lorraine Estelle\, Project Director\, COUNTER for a look at the new master reports which are at the heart of the new Code of Practice. Further information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-counter-release-5-code-of-practice/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Introduction to E-Resources Today: Leeds
DESCRIPTION:Course summary This one-day seminar aims to present a practical introductory overview of all aspects of e-resources management\, encompassing e-journals\, e-books and bibliographic and full-text databases. The emphasis is on developing a sound basic understanding of the details of e-resources handling in order to promote efficient and informed working practices.  A wide range of day-to-day issues will be covered\, with time devoted to recognising and resolving the problems that can arise at the boundaries between publishers\, intermediaries and libraries\, and addressing business models such as open access.  In addition\, the seminar will provide a forum for a group discussion on the current issues and opportunities offered by e-books. Delegates will be able to air and exchange views in the discussion session after each presentation. Why you should attend Designed particularly for staff who are new to working with e-resources\, whether from a publisher\, an intermediary or a library\, this seminar may also be of interest to those looking to consolidate and update their e-resources knowledge.  Course level and previous knowledge required Introductory and non-intensive\, entry-level training for the beginner\, novice or returner. Learning objectives •    To understand the key elements involved in e-resources management\, including how e-resources are purchased\, promoted and managed•    To understand the key processes within e-resources publishing\, including editorial and marketing\, pricing and licensing•    To understand the role of intermediaries and to be aware of the growing range of electronic access services offered•    To gain a broad awareness of the current issues involved in the acquisition and management of e-books. Fee UKSG members:   £165.00 + £33.00 VAT [20%] (total £198.00)Non-members:   £215.00 + £43.00 VAT [20%] (total £258.00) The fee includes refreshments and lunch. Venue Hilton Leeds City (Magnum Suite)Neville StreetLeedsLS1 4BX Tel.: 0113 244 2000 Programme 10.00   Registration and coffee    10.20   Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representativeFiona Ainsworth\, Acting Head of Library\, Art & Archives\, Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew 10.30   Managing journal content in the online world  James Allen\, E-Resources Manager\, University of SalfordThe importance of journals (print and electronic) and e-resources\, and how they are purchased\, promoted and managed    11.15   Discussion 11.30   Break 11.45   The business of e-resources publishing  Michaela Kurschildgen\, Customer Consultant\, ElsevierThe key processes within commercial e-resources publishing\, including launch\, economics\, editorial and marketing\, pricing models\, licensing and delivering electronically 12.30   Discussion 12.45   Lunch 13.30   Managing e-book content   Anthony Sinnott\, Access and Procurement Development Manager\, University of YorkThe importance of e-books and how they are purchased\, promoted and managed 14.00   E-books: a round table led by the ChairA forum in which to explore e-books – topics\, problems\, issues and opportunities for the community 14.30   Break 14.45   Intermediaries and their services  Richard Savory\, Licensing Manager\, Jisc CollectionsThe development of intermediaries\, the role of the intermediary\, and a review of the new players and the growing range of online access services offered 15.30   Discussion 15.45   Final summing up and close of seminar Feedback from the October 2016 seminar “I am very new to the world of e-resources so my current knowledge is very limited.  I found the course gave a good overview of the key elements of e-resources.“ “Good\, knowledgable speakers with clear presentation styles and the ability to keep the audience engaged throughout.  The session lengths were well timed\, long enough for them to give a good level of detail but not too long that your attention starts to wander.” “Great introduction to those of us who have not been working in e-resources for that long – very helpful.“ How to book Booking for this course has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler at UKSG by e-mail or by phone: +44 (0)1865 310834 Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations By Tuesday 30 May 2017 – full refundFrom Wednesday 31 May 2017 – no refund NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-introduction-to-e-resources-today-leeds/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Digital resources and library services: meeting the challenge of engagement
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is based on experiences of working over the past two years with a number of further education (FE) colleges to help them increase engagement with digital resources and library services. It draws on the recommendations of a number of librarians/learning resources managers on how they have increased engagement with\, and use of\, their resources. The emphasis will be on non-technical approaches to enhance student experience\, learning and teaching. Join Lis Parcell\, Jisc and Elizabeth Newbold\, Activate Learning for the next\, free webinar. Further information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-digital-resources-and-library-services-meeting-the-challenge-of-engagement/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - The Law on TDM in Europe: an introduction
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the next free webinar on ‘The Law on TDM in Europe: an introduction’ with Giulia Dore\, University of Glasgow and Nancy Pontika\, CORE. The aim of the webinar is to introduce the audience\, in particular non-lawyers\, to the legal framework of text and data mining\, focusing on the main aspects of the law at the European level. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-the-law-on-tdm-in-europe-an-introduction/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - eBooks Now: an introduction to managing eBooks and considerations for accessibility
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an introduction to managing\, purchasing and promoting eBooks within an academic context. It will also provide an overview of the key elements of eBook accessibility with reference to the recent HE eBook accessibility audit. Further information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-ebooks-now-an-introduction-to-managing-ebooks-and-considerations-for-accessibility/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar: Optimizing the discovery experience through dialogue – a community approach
DESCRIPTION:How best can libraries\, content providers and discovery service providers work together to  optimize the discovery service experience? This free webinar is open to all and will give voice to content providers and librarians who will share their perspectives on library discovery systems and will then discuss how the NISO Open Discovery Initiative (ODI) can help navigate the challenges. Speakers:Lettie Conrad\, Publishing and Product Development ConsultantKathleen Donovan\, Research Librarian\, Harvard UniversityBruce Heterick\, Vice President\, Outreach & Participation Services\, ITHAKA/JSTORRachel Kessler\, Product Manager\, ProQuestAlexa Pearce\, Head of Social Sciences at the University of Michigan Library\, University of MichiganMore information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-optimizing-the-discovery-experience-through-dialogue-a-community-approach/
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SUMMARY:UKSG E-Resources for Further Education: London
DESCRIPTION:This event is kindly sponsored by:RESOURCING A RICH AND VARIED CURRICULUM:content\, knowledge and skills for Further Education learning resources servicesUKSG is hosting this free event to share ideas and new insights into delivering services in a diverse and demanding further education environment.  This informal gathering will provide a platform for the FE community to share experiences and innovative ideas for delivering and resourcing library and information services in the further education sector.Resourcing a rich and varied curriculum: content\, knowledge and skills covers key areas and challenges in delivering and developing services to support a wide-ranging curriculum and diverse user group.  The event will provide delegates with the opportunity to share tips\, techniques and strategies that can be integrated into their own service and environment.  Examples include: developing learning resources staff skills\, overcoming the challenges of providing services to a diverse student base\, the development and delivery of online support\, developing student skills\, and increasing the usage of electronic resources. This event is FREE to FE institution delegates and includes refreshments and lunch\, as well as a PRIZE DRAW for two fully expensed places at the UKSG 2017 Annual Conference in Harrogate next April! Programme 10.00   Registration and coffee    10.30   Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representativeElizabeth Newbold\, Group Learning Resources Manager\, Activate Learning10.35   Keynote: Resourcing the digital learner   Lis Parcell\, Subject Specialist: Libraries and Digital Resources\, Jisc11.00   Embedding Es into the curriculum   Karen Foster\, Head of Learning Centres\, Yeovil College11.15   Presentation by JCS Online Resources (EVENT SPONSOR)           Marketing your e-resources can change your library!   Joyce Martin\, DirectorAmy Williams\, Account Executive\, FE Colleges11.30   Break12.00   Delivering e-journals to a vocational Foundation Degree in an FE college   Jocelyn Bailey\, E-Learning & Systems Librarian\, Hackney Community College12.15   Let the users have their say: impromptu conversations about finding resources  Vicki McGarvey\, Learning and Information Services Manager\, Staffordshire University12.30   Moving upward and changing direction   Simon Rice\, Learning Resources Manager\, Barnfield College12.45   Lunch13.45   Getting the most value from your resources   Chris Houghton\, Head of International Training\, Gale14.00   Showcasing iSkills   Hannah Bennett\, Site Librarian and Lorna Hector\, Assistant Librarian\, Guildford College Group14.15   Presentation by EBSCO (EVENT SPONSOR)           EBSCO News – new features\, new benefits\, new services   Richard Smart\, Regional Sales Manager\, Subscription Services & YBPTina Foote\, Field Sales Representative14.30   Troubleshooting (and refreshments)Delegates will have the opportunity to discuss in breakout groups their own challenges and solutions15.20   What I learnt today15.45   PRIZE DRAW15.50   Summing up and close of seminar at 16.00 VenueThe King’s FundNo. 11 Cavendish Square (Edwards Room)LondonW1G 0AN Tel.: 020 7307 2474 (Reception) How to book We are now fully booked.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler at UKSG by e-mail or by phone: +44 (0)1865 310834. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Feedback from previous UKSG E-Resources for Further Education events:•    ”Excellent day.  Useful accessible information.  Thank you.”•    ”Lots of opportunities to network and catch up with other institutions.”•    ”The speakers were uniformly excellent\, the vendors informative and interesting.”  •    “I liked the whole atmosphere of the day\, particularly the mix of practitioners and suppliers and the friendliness of all concerned to help on the day and in the future.”Cancellations Whilst this event is free to FE delegates we still need to know numbers for capacity/catering purposes so please advise us by Monday 21 November 2016 if you need to cancel your attendance. NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.    
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-e-resources-for-further-education-london-4/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Forum: London
DESCRIPTION:The innovation game: breaking the rules\n\n\n\nFree to UKSG members\n\n\n\nNow in its fourth year\, the UKSG Forum is the essential ‘London-based pre-Christmas’ event in the scholarly communications calendar.  Supporting UKSG’s mission ‘to connect the knowledge community and encourage the exchange of ideas on scholarly communication’\, the UKSG Forum offers short sessions on best practice and interesting projects.  This highly anticipated meeting is free for UKSG members to attend\, attracting nearly 400 delegates and offering a comprehensive exhibition\, together with ample networking opportunities. \n\n\n\nWith thanks to the Forum’s generous sponsors:\n\n\n\nPremium \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nStandard \n\n\n\n      \n\n\n\nThe innovation game: breaking the rules – #UKSGforum16\n\n\n\nThis year the Forum’s focus is on innovation.  Not all invention comes out of the ‘light bulb’ moment\, often innovation is born out of periods of adversity where bending or breaking our preconceived ideas is the only way forward.  In such environments\, new business models\, new workflows\, new offers\, new collaborations can form to overcome such barriers and UKSG Forum delegates want to hear about them. \n\n\n\nPROGRAMME\n\n\n\n09:15   Registration \n\n\n\n09:45   Welcome and introduction by David Summers and Yann Amouroux\,UKSG Forum Working Group Co-Chairs\n\n\n\n10:00-10:30 Systems and Technology\n\n\n\n\nTracy Gardner (Simon Inger Consulting): Time to ditch the RDS? Evidence from reader study\n\n\n\nVicki McGarvey (Staffordshire University): Let the users have their say! Impromptu conversations about resource discovery tools  \n\n\n\nRichard Burkitt (EBSCO): Rethinking the LMS\n\n\n\n\n10:40-11:10Data\n\n\n\n\nSara Gould (British Library): Data mining the UK’s theses  \n\n\n\nColleen Campbell (ITHAKA International): Text mining research journals: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts\n\n\n\nGemma Hersh (Elsevier): Text and data mining: how publishers are supporting researchers \n\n\n\n\n11:20-11:50Library Interaction\n\n\n\n\nWendy Morris (Kingston University) and Leo Appleton (University of the Arts London): The Librarian as Superhero – time to break the mould\n\n\n\nSarah Pittaway (University of Worcester): When is a librarian not a librarian?\n\n\n\nJulian Wood (University of Bristol): Personal Knowledge Management \n\n\n\n\n12:00-12:30Library engagement and impact\n\n\n\n\nKirsty Baker (Open University): Does use of online libraries impact on student success?   \n\n\n\nRebekah Fleming and Josh Sendall (Lancaster University): Inspiring evolution: changing the working culture of the library through innovative practice\n\n\n\nVanya Gallimore (University of York): Action plans and understanding academics: creative ways of engaging and supporting our academic colleagues\n\n\n\n\n12:00   Lunch\n\n\n\n13:30-14:00Thinking Smarter\n\n\n\n\nRick Anderson (University of Utah): Better\, not newer: why I’m ambivalent about innovation\n\n\n\nAndy Tattersall (University of Sheffield): Research Hacks – using animation to teach academics how to share their research and work smarter \n\n\n\n\n14:10-14:40Publishing Innovation\n\n\n\n\nKat Palmer (Emerald Group Publishing): Speeding up publishing through innovation\n\n\n\nTimon Oefelein (Springer Nature): Publishing innovation (Bookmetrix\, Open Peer Review\, Publons partnership)\n\n\n\nTom Mowlam (Ubiquity Press): Innovation from the margins: how new players in publishing are driving change  \n\n\n\n\n14:50-15:20Data\n\n\n\n\nAndrew Pitts (PSI Ltd): An introduction to the IPregistry.org\n\n\n\nTasha Mellins-Cohen (Semantico): Material properties: interactive data visualisations for students  \n\n\n\nHannah DeGroff (Jisc): Exposing ORCIDs through IRUS-UK  \n\n\n\n\n15:30-16:00Library Interaction\n\n\n\n\nGrant Powell (Kanopy): True impact: the pursuit for gauging academic success\, not just usage\n\n\n\nZofia de Jong – Dzwig (Delft University of Technology): Library collection in times of research data\n\n\n\nSuzanne Tatham (University of Sussex): Are our collections really unique? Working with History academics and collection management tools\n\n\n\n\n16:00   Drinks reception \n\n\n\n17:00   Close\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nATTENDANCE LIST\n\n\n\nNow available \n\n\n\nEXHIBITION GUIDE\n\n\n\nFREE TO UKSG MEMBERS\n\n\n\nCheck if your organisation is a UKSG member.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNon-members can attend for a fee of £75.00 + VAT.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConsider becoming a UKSG member.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRefreshments and lunch are provided and you will have access to the exhibition where over 40 publishers\, intermediaries and technology vendors will be showcasing their services throughout the day\, all rounded off with a drinks reception.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDELEGATE BOOKING\nBooking for the 2016 Forum has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPrize Draw Passport\n\n\n\nLook out for the Prize Draw Passport in delegate badgeholders.  \n\n\n\n\nvisit the sponsor stands\n\n\n\nfind out more about their products and services\n\n\n\ncollect the sponsor stickers\n\n\n\npost your completed passport in the box at the registration desk  \n\n\n\nwin prizes!\n\n\n\n\nWinners will be drawn and announced at the Drinks Reception (16:00 in the Drawing Room).\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPrize Draw Terms and Conditions\n\n\n\nWhat’s the football connection?\n\n\n\n \nIt was on the site of the Grand Connaught Rooms in 1863 that the Football Association was established and the rules of the game that is now played around the world were first agreed.\n \nIn recognition of this piece of international sporting history\, UKSG Forum delegates are invited to dress in a manner that celebrates the beautiful game.\n \nThere will be a bottle of champagne for the delegate judged to be wearing the most suitable attire. (The referee’s decision will be final!) \n \n\n\n\n\nVenue \n\n\n\n \nGrand Connaught Rooms61-65 Great Queen StreetLondonWC2B 5DA \nT: +44 (0)20 7405 7811W: www.grandconnaughtrooms.com \n\n\n\n\nPlease note that\, although the UKSG Forum takes place at the same time of year as the UKSG One-Day Conference\, it is a separate event and arrangements for attendance at one or both events should be made independently of each other. \n\n\n\nNB: UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/forum2016/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Mess and the Practices of Academia
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Donna Lanclos will discuss her anthropological research concerning academic practice\, its fundamental messiness\, and the implications of that for institutions of HE\, libraries\, and vendors designing and selling systems. Information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-mess-and-the-practices-of-academia/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Making scholarly communication great again. Do institutional repositories still have a role?
DESCRIPTION:International Open Access Week is an opportunity for the research community to explore the benefits and issues that Open Access brings. UKSG is pleased to present a webinar to mark this annual global event. (#oaweek2016) Join Aaron Tay for a fascinating perspective on the role of institutional repositories. In this webinar\, he will summarise all the arguments and attempt to give a librarian’s point of view about the future of IRs. Information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-making-scholarly-communication-great-again-do-institutional-repositories-still-have-a-role/
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SUMMARY:UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: London
DESCRIPTION:Course summaryMany of us working directly with e-resources in libraries would like to feel more confident in our understanding of the related technology.  Managing e-resources within the business and technology constraints has become the mainstay of information provision.  This course provides attendees with a balanced overview of the technical environment which is crucial if we are to do our jobs effectively. The UKSG E-Resources Technical Update course will give you a good understanding of the underlying technicalities involved in e-resource set-up and delivery\, including e-journals (subscription-based or OA)\, online databases\, datasets\, and e-books\, and will help you feel more confident in your day-to-day work. Why you should attendERTU has become a standard part of the training programme for many e-resources librarians in the UK and beyond and is considered invaluable for anyone working with journals and other e-resources. Course level and previous knowledge requiredIf you are an early-year professional\, it is recommended that you should first attend the UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today\, a one-day seminar run in a variety of locations which covers all aspects of the journals and e-resources industry.  Otherwise no previous knowledge is required. Learning objectives•    Learn how to overcome common problems in implementing e-resources•    Have the tools to help you decide the best way of setting up access to e-resources in your institution/organisation•    Be confident that you understand the technical landscape when dealing withe-resource providers. Fee UKSG members:  £200.00 + £40.00 VAT [20%] (total £240.00) Non-members:   £250.00 + £50.00 VAT [20%] (total £300.00) The fee includes refreshments and lunch. VenueThe King’s FundNo. 11 Cavendish Square (Maxwell Room)LondonW1G 0AN Tel.: 020 7307 2474 (Reception) Course presentersThe course is presented by Simon Inger and Tracy Gardner who between them have over 40 years’ experience in scholarly publishing. Feedback from recent ERTU courses“Excellent training and update\, highly recommended\, filled with all the essentials needed.” “The presenters were the best I’ve encountered anywhere.  It was inspirational.  The sessions covered a huge area and it was all clear\, extremely interesting and a lot of fun.” “The topics gave me a good understanding of technical terms used.” “The sessions were jam packed with valuable tips and inside information.” Course contentFor times please refer to the schedule for the day.  The course is continually updated\, but core content will include: Types of E-Resources•    Identifying the major players involved in e-resource provision•    The differences between resource discovery\, publisher websites\, aggregators\, search engines and library web pages Resource Discovery•    Where do users choose to begin their research?•    Advances in user navigation•    Semantic web and text mining Managing Reader Navigation•    Linking through URL and OpenURL\, the development and importance of Link Servers•    The role of library web pages\, A-Z lists\, A&Is and Resource Discovery Services Managing Authentication•    User authentication methodologies•    IP address ranges\, proxies and firewalls•    Federated access and Shibboleth•    OpenID developments. How to bookBooking for this course has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler by email or phone +44 (0)1865 310834. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. CancellationsBy Wednesday 5 October 2016 – full refundFrom Thursday 6 October 2016 – no refund NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-e-resources-technical-update-london-10/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Introduction to E-Resources Today: London
DESCRIPTION:Course summary This one-day seminar aims to present a practical introductory overview of all aspects of e-resources management\, encompassing e-journals\, e-books and bibliographic and full-text databases. The emphasis is on developing a sound basic understanding of the details of e-resources handling in order to promote efficient and informed working practices.  A wide range of day-to-day issues will be covered\, with time devoted to recognising and resolving the problems that can arise at the boundaries between publishers\, intermediaries and libraries\, and addressing business models such as open access.  In addition\, the seminar will provide a forum for a group discussion on the current issues and opportunities offered by e-books. Delegates will be able to air and exchange views in the discussion session after each presentation. Why you should attend Designed particularly for staff who are new to working with e-resources\, whether from a publisher\, an intermediary or a library\, this seminar may also be of interest to those looking to consolidate and update their e-resources knowledge. Course level and previous knowledge required Introductory and non-intensive\, entry-level training for the beginner\, novice or returner. Learning objectives •    To understand the key elements involved in e-resources management\, including how e-resources are purchased\, promoted and managed•    To understand the key processes within e-resources publishing\, including editorial and marketing\, pricing and licensing•    To understand the role of intermediaries and to be aware of the growing range of electronic access services offered•    To gain a broad awareness of the current issues involved in the acquisition and management of e-books. Fee UKSG members:   £165.00 + £33.00 VAT [20%] (total £198.00)Non-members:   £215.00 + £43.00 VAT [20%] (total £258.00) The fee includes refreshments and lunch. Venue The King’s FundNo. 11 Cavendish Square (Maxwell Room)LondonW1G 0AN Tel.: 020 7307 2474 (Reception) Programme 10.00   Registration and coffee    10.20   Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representativeVicki McGarvey\, Learning and Information Services Manager\, Staffordshire University 10.30   Managing journal content in the online world  Sarah Lowe\, E-Resources and Subscriptions Librarian\, University of BrightonThe importance of journals (print and electronic) and e-resources\, and how they are purchased\, promoted and managed    11.15   Discussion 11.30   Break 11.45   The business of e-resources publishing  Helen Ellis\, Regional Sales Manager\, IOP PublishingThe key processes within commercial e-resources publishing\, including launch\, economics\, editorial and marketing\, pricing models\, licensing and delivering electronically 12.30   Discussion 12.45   Lunch 13.30   Managing e-book content  Erica Lee\, Information Resources Specialist\, Aston UniversityThe importance of e-books and how they are purchased\, promoted and managed 14.00   E-books: a round table led by the ChairA forum in which to explore e-books – topics\, problems\, issues and opportunities for the community 14.30   Break 14.45   Intermediaries and their services  Caroline Mackay\, Licensing Manager\, Jisc CollectionsThe development of intermediaries\, the role of the intermediary\, and a review of the new players and the growing range of online access services offered 15.30   Discussion 15.45   Final summing up and close of seminar Feedback from previous Introduction seminars “As a general overview good\, especially for those new to the field.” “Very useful\, enjoyable\, highly recommended.” “The purpose of the day was to provide an introduction and all the speakers did that brilliantly and left me wanting to learn more.” “It was a really good mix of library staff from different sectors\, publishers and library technology companies.  This was great as it made the discussions really interesting as they covered topics from different perspectives.  The atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed\, and I didn’t feel too intimidated to contribute.” How to book This course is now fully booked.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler at UKSG by e-mail or by phone: +44 (0)1865 310834. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations By Wednesday 28 September 2016 – full refundFrom Thursday 29 September 2016 – no refund NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-introduction-to-e-resources-today-london-2/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Identifiers: What are they good for and what should you be doing with them?
DESCRIPTION:Join Josh Brown for UKSG’s September webinar.  The webinar will provide an overview of the current PID landscape and will offer guidance on how PIDs for people (ORCID iDs) can be integrated in your systems\, helping your researchers to take advantage of new and emerging services. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-identifiers-what-are-they-good-for-and-what-should-you-be-doing-with-them/
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UID:15376-1467723600-1467723600@www.uksg.org
SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Quo vadis? Getting there with linked data
DESCRIPTION:Join Gordon Dunsire for a second UKSG webinar on Linked Data. The application of linked data concepts and technologies promises great benefits for the retrieval and access of library and cultural heritage resources\, but requires new ways of thinking by professionals and end-users. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-quo-vadis-getting-there-with-linked-data/
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UID:15907-1466593200-1466593200@www.uksg.org
SUMMARY:UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: Belfast
DESCRIPTION:Course summaryMany of us working directly with e-resources in libraries would like to feel more confident in our understanding of the related technology.  Managing e-resources within the business and technology constraints has become the mainstay of information provision.  This course provides attendees with a balanced overview of the technical environment which is crucial if we are to do our jobs effectively. The UKSG E-Resources Technical Update course will give you a good understanding of the underlying technicalities involved in e-resource set-up and delivery\, including e-journals (subscription-based or OA)\, online databases\, datasets\, and e-books\, and will help you feel more confident in your day-to-day work. Why you should attendERTU has become a standard part of the training programme for many e-resources librarians in the UK and beyond and is considered invaluable for anyone working with journals and other e-resources. Course level and previous knowledge requiredIf you are an early-year professional\, it is recommended that you should first attend the UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today\, a one-day seminar run in a variety of locations which covers all aspects of the journals and e-resources industry.  Otherwise no previous knowledge is required. Learning objectives•    Learn how to overcome common problems in implementing e-resources•    Have the tools to help you decide the best way of setting up access to e-resources in your institution/organisation•    Be confident that you understand the technical landscape when dealing withe-resource providers. Fee UKSG members:  £200.00 + £40.00 VAT [20%] (total £240.00) Non-members:   £250.00 + £50.00 VAT [20%] (total £300.00) The fee includes refreshments and lunch. VenueRiddel Hall (Lecture Room 2)Queen’s University Belfast185 Stranmillis RoadBelfastBT9 5EE Tel.: 02890 975664 Course presentersThe course is presented by Simon Inger and Tracy Gardner who between them have over 40 years’ experience in scholarly publishing. Feedback from ERTU courses held in 2015“Excellent training and update\, highly recommended\, filled with all the essentials needed.” “The presenters were the best I’ve encountered anywhere.  It was inspirational.  The sessions covered a huge area and it was all clear\, extremely interesting and a lot of fun.” “The topics gave me a good understanding of technical terms used.” “The sessions were jam packed with valuable tips and inside information.” Course contentFor times please refer to the schedule for the day.  The course is continually updated\, but core content will include: Types of E-Resources•    Identifying the major players involved in e-resource provision•    The differences between resource discovery\, publisher websites\, aggregators\, search engines and library web pages Resource Discovery•    Where do users choose to begin their research?•    Advances in user navigation•    Semantic web and text mining Managing Reader Navigation•    Linking through URL and OpenURL\, the development and importance of Link Servers•    The role of library web pages\, A-Z lists\, A&Is and Resource Discovery Services Managing Authentication•    User authentication methodologies•    IP address ranges\, proxies and firewalls•    Federated access and Shibboleth•    OpenID developments. How to bookBooking for this course has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler by email or phone +44 (0)1865 310834. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. CancellationsBy Tuesday 14 June 2016 – full refundFrom Wednesday 15 June 2016 – no refund NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-e-resources-technical-update-belfast/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Making Connections - Creating Linked Open Library Data
DESCRIPTION:Join Neil Wilson\, Head\, Collection Metadata\, The British Library for a webinar on Making Connections – Creating Linked Open Library Data. Information and registration – please click here.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-making-connections-creating-linked-open-library-data/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Introduction to E-Resources Today: Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Further details will follow in due course.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-introduction-to-e-resources-today-manchester/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - COUNTER for Librarians
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the COUNTER initiative\, an international standard for measuring online electronic resource usage. With Anna Franca\, Head of Collection Development\, King’s College London Lorraine Estelle\, Director\, COUNTER will also be available during Q&A. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-counter-for-librarians/
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UID:15332-1462284000-1462284000@www.uksg.org
SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - COUNTER for Publishers
DESCRIPTION:Join Stuart Maxwell\, Vice President of Business Development\, Scholarly iQ and Lorraine Estelle\, Director\, COUNTER for a comprehensive insight into COUNTER and the COUNTER Code of Practice including: What is COUNTER?Why COUNTER is important to library customersWhy COUNTER is important to publishersHow to become COUNTER compliant and the COUNTER Code of PracticeCOUNTER reports for books\, journals and databasesClick here for more information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-counter-for-publishers/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Developing an alumni library service
DESCRIPTION:Join us in February for a free webinar on Developing an alumni library service. With Rachel Daniels and Emma Turner\, Cranfield University More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-developing-an-alumni-library-service/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Learning Analytics: Gaining good actionable insight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first webinar of 2016. Martin Hawksey\, Chief Innovation\, Community and Technology Officer (Association for Learning Technology (ALT)) will discuss Learning Analytics: Gaining good actionable insight. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-learning-analytics-gaining-good-actionable-insight/
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SUMMARY:UKSG E-Resources for Further Education: Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:Getting your message across:making the most of mobile technologies and social media in FE UKSG presents the sixth in their popular series of events focusing specifically on managing e-resources and new technologies in the Further Education sector. Many thanks to our event supporters:      EBSCO   ●   Eduserv – Chest Agreements   ●   JCS Online Resources   ●   SAGE This seminar will examine how far mobile technologies and social media have enabled us to engage with our users in a more direct way.  From live chat to Twitter\, we will be hearing about a wide range of innovations that are happening within the sector. #UKSGfe The event is FREE to FE institution delegates and includes refreshments and lunch\, as well as a PRIZE DRAW for a fully expensed place at the UKSG 2016 Annual Conference in Bournemouth!During the day there will be opportunities to hear from practitioners within FE about how they have introduced new ways of delivering high impact services\, facilitating discussions about the success of these innovations.  The day will provide you with ideas on how you can also innovate at your own institution.  Alongside your colleagues from other institutions\, we will be hearing from some key vendors about the new resources and services that they are introducing.  There will also be a small exhibition which will give delegates the opportunity to meet with vendors who specialise in providing e-resources to the Further Education sector\, as well as being a platform for discussion\, problem solving and networking.Feedback from previous UKSG E-Resources for Further Education events:•    ”Excellent day.  Useful accessible information.  Thank you.”•    ”Lots of opportunities to network and catch up with other institutions.”•    ”The speakers were uniformly excellent\, the vendors informative and interesting.”  •    “I liked the whole atmosphere of the day\, particularly the mix of practitioners and suppliers and the friendliness of all concerned to help on the day and in the future.” Venue The Library of Birmingham (Meeting Rooms 101 and 104)Centenary SquareBroad StreetBirminghamB1 2ND Tel.: 0121 303 6700 (Reception) Programme 10.00   Registration and coffee    10.20   Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representativeVicki McGarvey\, Learning and Information Services Manager\, Staffordshire University10.30   Mobile Moodle  https://moodle.croydon.ac.uk/elearningSonia Staneland\, E-Learning Officer\, Croydon College11.00   Vendor presentations:               EBSCO               JCS Online Resources11.30   Break and exhibition viewing11.50   Box of Broadcasts: accessing TV and radio on your phone\, tablet and desktopAlex Morris\, Communications and Marketing Officer\, BUFVC12.20   Vendor presentations:               Eduserv – Chest Agreements                 SAGE12.50   Lunch and exhibition viewing14.00   Reading list software – the answer to “Why don’t you have this book in stock?”Eileen Norris\, Learning Resources Manager\, Blackpool and the Fylde College14.30   Jisc support for mobile learningCarl Fry\, Account Manager\, Jisc15.00   Break\, exhibition viewing and UKSG 2016 Prize Draw15.20   Discussion groups (on the use of social media)15.50   Feedback and wrap-up16.00   Close of seminar followed by an opportunity to tour the LibraryHow to book This event is now fully booked.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler at UKSG by e-mail or by phone: +44 (0)1865 310834.Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations Whilst this event is free we still need to know numbers for capacity/catering purposes so please advise us by Tuesday 24 November 2015 if you need to cancel your attendance.NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control.   
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-e-resources-for-further-education-birmingham/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Focus on the South: access to\, production and use of research information in low and middle income countries
DESCRIPTION:As you may be aware\, UKSG does not usually offer a webinar in December. However\, we are pleased to offer this ‘special’ designed to highlight research and publishing activities in low and middle income countries and also reach out to community members with an interest in those countries. The webinar will focus on Southern journals and case studies will be used to address issues around access to\, production and use of research information in low and middle income countries. More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-focus-on-the-south-access-to-production-and-use-of-research-information-in-low-and-middle-income-countries/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Peer review in 2015: a global view - Key findings from the Taylor & Francis white paper
DESCRIPTION:Peer review: much discussed\, much covered\, much maligned\, but what do researchers really think of the system at the heart of scholarly research? Is it as broken as we are sometimes led to believe? How much of a discrepancy is there between expectation and reality? How do views differ between authors\, editors and reviewers? Or across the disciplines – humanities\, social sciences\, science and medicine? \nJoin Elaine Devine and Will Frass of Taylor & Francis as they discuss the findings of a global survey and focus groups conducted in 2015 with authors\, reviewers and editors around the world. \n  \nMore information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-peer-review-in-2015-a-global-view-key-findings-from-the-taylor-francis-white-paper/
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SUMMARY:UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: London
DESCRIPTION:Course summary\nMany of us working directly with e-resources in libraries would like to feel more confident in our understanding of the related technology.  Managing e-resources within the business and technology constraints has become the mainstay of information provision.  This course provides attendees with a balanced overview of the technical environment which is crucial if we are to do our jobs effectively. \nThe UKSG E-Resources Technical Update course will give you a good understanding of the underlying technicalities involved in e-resource set-up and delivery\, including e-journals (subscription-based or OA)\, online databases\, datasets\, and e-books\, and will help you feel more confident in your day-to-day work. \nWhy you should attend\nERTU has become a standard part of the training programme for many e-resources librarians in the UK and beyond and is considered invaluable for anyone working with journals and other e-resources. \nCourse level and previous knowledge required\nIf you are an early-year professional\, it is recommended that you should first attend the UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today\, a one-day seminar run in a variety of locations which covers all aspects of the journals and e-resources industry.  Otherwise no previous knowledge is required. \nLearning objectives\n•    Learn how to overcome common problems in implementing e-resources•    Have the tools to help you decide the best way of setting up access to e-resources in your institution/organisation•    Be confident that you understand the technical landscape when dealing withe-resource providers. \nFee \nUKSG members:  £200.00 + £40.00 VAT [20%] (total £240.00) Non-members:   £250.00 + £50.00 VAT [20%] (total £300.00) \nThe fee includes refreshments and lunch. \nVenue\nThe Institute of Materials\, Minerals and Mining297 Euston RoadLondonNW1 3AQ \nTel.: 020 7451 7300 (Reception) \nCourse presenters\nThe course is presented by Simon Inger and Tracy Gardner from Renew Training who between them have over 40 years’ experience in scholarly publishing. \nFeedback from ERTU courses held in 2014\n“The speakers were extremely knowledgable and experienced and they understood the subject from both a publisher’s and a librarian’s perspectives\, which is invaluable.  Very clear and engaging presentations.” \n“Clarified a lot of things for me and gave me a good overall view of the whole field.” \n“Excellent speakers and friendly atmosphere – very conducive to learning and discussion.” \n“I would absolutely recommend this course as I found it to be a great overview of all the different technical aspects involved in the e-resources field and a fantastic way of gaining greater understanding of those different aspects.” \nCourse content\nPlease refer to the schedule for the day.  The course is continually updated\, but core content will include: \nClassifying E-Resources•    Understanding the types of e-resources available and how they all fit together\, including: publisher websites\, aggregators\, search engines\, library resource discovery services\, abstracting and indexing services\, and social media. \nReader Behaviour•    Understanding reader choice in information discovery•    Popular apps for readers. \nManaging User Navigation•    Linking through URL and OpenURL\, the development and importance of Link Servers•    The role of library web pages in resource discovery. \nManaging Authentication•    User authentication methodologies\, including: IP address ranges\, proxies\, Athens and Shibboleth\, single sign-on (SSO)•    Defining and understanding authentication scenarios. \nHow to book\nBooking has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler by email or phone +44 (0)1865 310834. \nVenue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. \nCancellations\nBy Tuesday 17 November 2015 – full refundFrom Wednesday 18 November 2015 – no refund \nNB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-e-resources-technical-update-london-9/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Forum: London
DESCRIPTION:Highlights from the UKSG Forum 2015: \n\nThis is the page for the 2015 UKSG Forum. \nIf you would like to read about or book for the 2016 UKSG Forum on ‘Innovation’\, please click this link. \n “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” (Leonardo da Vinci):design\, simplicity and user experience\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our generous sponsors: \n\n\n\nPremiumOxford University Press ●  LM Information Delivery \n\n\n\nStandardCambridge University Press  ●  Digital Science  ●  Emerald Group Publishing LimitedProQuest  ●  Royal Society of Chemistry  ●  Taylor & Francis Group  \n\n\n\nWhat is the UKSG Forum? \n\n\n\nNow in its third year\, the UKSG Forum is a dynamic exhibition and networking event designed to bring together the scholarly information community.  Following excellent feedback from the 2013 and 2014 events\, this year’s Forum will present even more opportunities for exhibition viewing and networking\, complemented by a programme of short sessions on hot topics encompassing the theme of ‘Design\, simplicity and user experience’. \n\n\n\nVenue \n\n\n\n \nGrand Connaught Rooms61-65 Great Queen StreetLondonWC2B 5DA \nT: +44 (0)20 7405 7811W: www.grandconnaughtrooms.com \n\n\n\n\nWho can attend? \n\n\n\nThe UKSG Forum is free to UKSG members.  (Is your organisation a member?  Check here.) \n\n\n\nNon-members can attend for a fee of £75.00 + VAT.  (Isn’t your organisation a member?  Join here.) \n\n\n\nRefreshments and lunch are provided and you will have access to the exhibition where over 40 publishers\, intermediaries and technology vendors will be showcasing their services throughout the day\, all rounded off with a drinks reception. \n\n\n\nThe Delegate List is now available. \n\n\n\nThe Exhibition Guide is now available. \n\n\n\nLook out for the Prize Draw Passport in your badgeholder.  Visit our sponsor stands.  Collect their stickers.  Hand in your completed passport at the registration desk.  Win prizes!Prize Draw Terms and Conditions \n\n\n\nHow do you book? \n\n\n\nRegistration has now closed for this event.  For further information\, please contact Karen Sadler. \n\n\n\nWhat’s the programme? \n\n\n\nFrom 09.30   Registration \n\n\n\n12.00-13.30   Lunch \n\n\n\n16.00-17.00   Drinks reception \n\n\n\nThe schedule of lightning talk sessions is as follows: \n\n\n\nBALMORAL ROOM \n\n\n\n10.00   Introduction to the Forum by Kate Price\, Chair\, UKSG \n\n\n\n10.05   Engaging with users•    David Sommer\, Kudos\, on ‘Hit the ground running: top tips to immediately improve your user experience’•    Alison Sharman\, University of Huddersfield\, on ‘What students really think of their reading lists: reading list software at the University of Huddersfield’   \n\n\n\n11.20   Author identities and changing roles•    Josh Brown\, ORCID\, on ‘More than authors: recognising and recording contributorship’•    Amye Kenall\, BioMed Central\, on ‘Open Badges: credit and transparency through digital badges’•    Kaveh Bazargan\, River Valley Technologies\, on ‘Publishing is 350 years old: time for a rethink’ \n\n\n\n13.15   Improving the user experience: from research to solutions•    Andy Priestner\, Consultant\, on ‘Ethnography and a new perspective on student experience’  •    Ken Chad\, Consultant\, on ‘Transforming user needs into solutions: the ‘Jobs-To-Be-Done’ method’  •    Hilary Kenna\, Lecturer in Design and founder of SeeSearch\, on ‘Using the user experience design approach to build solutions’   \n\n\n\n14.50   Maximising and enhancing user experience•    Rupert Mann\, Oxford University Press\, on ‘Focus on the locus: precision navigation in Oxford Scholarly Editions Online’  •    Jon Bentley\, Eduserv\, on ‘Barriers to a seamless user experience: what they are and how to avoid them’  •    Tim Williams\, Edward Elgar Publishing\, on ‘The user experience in a multi-product platform’ \n\n\n\nEDINBURGH ROOM \n\n\n\n10.40   Delivering the right user experience\, first time•    Timon Oefelein\, Springer\, on ‘SpringerLink: design\, simplicity and user experience’•    Brian McDermott\, Emerald\, on ‘What you need to know before migrating platforms’  •    Brian Hole\, Ubiquity Press\, on ‘Ubiquity: a platform designed from the ground up for sustainable open access publishing’ \n\n\n\n12.00   Focus on compliance•    Wendy Luker\, Leeds Beckett University\, and Pat Spoor\, University of Leeds\, on ‘Meeting the mandate: piloting OA compliance’  •    James Bennett\, Copyright Licensing Agency\, and Sam Tillett\, British Library\, on ‘CLA’s Second Extract Permissions Service and British Library Digitisation Partnership’   \n\n\n\n14.10   Supporting authors from an HEI  perspective•    Alison McNab\, University of Nottingham\, on ‘Supporting authors – the library’s role in research impact’  •    Martin Gill\, University of Huddersfield\, on ‘Generating a buzz: a collaborative approach to increasing the impact of research’•    Anne Powell\, INASP\, on ‘Meeting the information needs of developing country researchers’   \n\n\n\n15.30   Focus on content\, not format•    Vivien Ward\, Jisc Collections\, on ‘HEIs acting as publishers’  •    Frances Pinter\, Knowledge Unlatched\, on ‘Knowledge Unlatched: next steps and scaling up’  •    Jill Taylor-Roe\, Newcastle University\, on ‘”A rose by any other name would smell as sweet”: ebooks or pbooks – it’s what you do with them that matters’ \n\n\n\nExhibitors \n\n\n\nExhibition booking is now closed. \n\n\n\nFeedback from the 2014 Forum \n\n\n\n“The short presentations made the day very flexible.  I was able to attend the sessions\, switch to the exhibition and pick up refreshments when I wanted.” \n\n\n\n“A laid back event\, just right for networking\, and a good combination of timings for lightning talks\, meetings and networking.” \n\n\n\n“Thanks for a good day – it was very useful!” \n\n\n\nNB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/forum2015/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - A new perspective on library resource management systems
DESCRIPTION:  You are invited to join Ken Chad\, Ken Chad Consulting Ltd. for a free UKSG webinar: “A new perspective on library resource management systems”   Ken Chad analyses the current landscape and looks at the strategic issues around the changing nature of library collections\, shared services\, workflows\, analytics and the cloud. He predicts that LSPs will move to encompass additional resource silos. Furthermore cloud-based library platforms will unleash further opportunity for shared services.  ”The cloud is becoming the new normal” he suggests\, quoting Amazon’s cloud strategy chief Andrew Jassy.     More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-a-new-perspective-on-library-resource-management-systems/
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SUMMARY:UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today: London
DESCRIPTION:Course summary This one-day seminar aims to present a practical introductory overview of all aspects of journals and e-resources management including e-books. The emphasis is on developing a sound basic understanding of the details of journals and e-resources handling in order to promote efficient and informed working practices.  A wide range of day-to-day issues will be covered\, with time devoted to recognising and resolving the problems that can arise at the boundaries between publishers\, intermediaries and libraries\, and addressing business models such as open access.  In addition\, the seminar will provide a forum for a group discussion on the current issues and opportunities offered by e-books. Delegates will be able to air and exchange views in the discussion session after each presentation. Why you should attend Designed particularly for staff who are new to working with journals and e-resources\, whether from a publisher\, an intermediary or a library\, this seminar may also be of interest to those looking to consolidate and update their journals and e-resources knowledge. Course level and previous knowledge required Introductory and non-intensive\, entry-level training for the beginner\, novice or returner. Learning objectives •    To understand the key elements involved in journals and e-resources management\, including how they are purchased\, promoted and managed•    To understand the key processes within commercial journals\, e-books and e-resources publishing\, including editorial and marketing\, pricing and licensing•    To understand the role of intermediaries and to be aware of the growing range of electronic access services offered•    To gain a broad awareness of the current issues involved in the acquisition and management of e-books. Fee UKSG members:   £165.00 + £33.00 VAT [20%] (total £198.00)Non-members:   £215.00 + £43.00 VAT [20%] (total £258.00) The fee includes refreshments and lunch. Venue The Institute of Materials\, Minerals and Mining (Bessemer Room)297 Euston RoadLondonNW1 3AQ Tel.: 020 7451 7300 (Reception) Programme 10.00   Registration and coffee    10.20   Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representativeFiona Ainsworth\, Collections Manager – Library\, Art & Archives\, Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew 10.30   Managing content in the electronic world  Sarah Lowe\, E-Resources and Subscriptions Librarian\, University of BrightonThe importance of journals (print and electronic)\, e-resources and e-books\, and how they are purchased\, promoted and managed    11.15   Discussion 11.30   Break 11.45   The business of e-resource publishing  Jane Wright\, Journals Sales Manager\, Taylor & Francis GroupThe key processes within commercial e-resources publishing\, including launch\, economics\, editorial and marketing\, pricing models\, licensing and delivering electronically 12.30   Discussion 12.45   Lunch 13.30   E-books: a round table led by the ChairA forum in which to explore e-books – topics\, problems\, issues and opportunities for the community 14.30   Break 14.45   Intermediaries and their services  Caroline Mackay\, Licensing Manager\, Jisc CollectionsThe development of intermediaries\, the role of the traditional subscription agent\, and a review of the new players and the growing range of electronic access services offered 15.30   Discussion 15.45   Close of seminar Feedback from the June 2015 InJERT held in Birmingham “As a general overview good\, especially for those new to the field.” “It was really helpful to meet and speak to others from different institutions.” “The purpose of the day was to provide an introduction and all the speakers did that brilliantly and left me wanting to learn more.” “It was a really good mix of library staff from different sectors\, publishers and library technology companies.  This was great as it made the discussions really interesting as they covered topics from different perspectives.  The atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed\, and I didn’t feel too intimidated to contribute.” How to book Booking for this event has now closed.  For further information please contact Karen Sadler at UKSG by e-mail or by phone: +44 (0)1865 310834. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations By Tuesday 29 September 2015 – full refundFrom Wednesday 30 September 2015 – no refund NB:  UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/uksg-introduction-to-journals-and-e-resources-today-london-4/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Introduction to Text-Mining Research Papers
DESCRIPTION:Join Petr Knoth and Phil Gooch\, both of Mendeley Ltd. for a free webinar “Introduction to Text-Mining Research Papers”. By the end of the webinar\, participants should have an understanding of what text-mining is and how it can be used to extract knowledge from research papers. . More information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-introduction-to-text-mining-research-papers/
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SUMMARY:Free UKSG webinar - Altmetrics for Librarians: a publisher dashboard\, a university use case
DESCRIPTION:This two part webinar introduces the topic of altmetrics to the library community. The first part of the session briefly defines the term before showing how Springer\, a large global STM publisher\, provides altmetric data for its journal articles and book content on the SpringerLink platform\, to provide valuable and insightful data on the wider impact of published content. The second part of the webinar provides an overview of how the Scholarly Communications Team at the University of Manchester Library has embedded altmetric support into their standard service to researchers and support staff.  Information and registration.
URL:https://www.uksg.org/events/free-uksg-webinar-altmetrics-for-librarians-a-publisher-dashboard-a-university-use-case/
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