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Free UKSG webinar - Mess and the Practices of Academia
2016-11-01 13:00 (Europe/London)
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Making scholarly communication great again. Do institutional repositories still have a role?
2016-10-26 15:00
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.

UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: London
2016-10-13 09:00
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.

UKSG Introduction to E-Resources Today: London
2016-10-06 09:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Identifiers: What are they good for and what should you be doing with them?
2016-09-27 13:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Quo vadis? Getting there with linked data
2016-07-05 13:00
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.

UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: Belfast
2016-06-22 11:00
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.

E-Resources Technical Update, London, 13 Oct 2016
2016-06-22 00:00

Free UKSG webinar - Making Connections - Creating Linked Open Library Data
2016-06-16 13:00
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.

UKSG Introduction to E-Resources Today: Manchester
2016-06-16 09:00
Save the date! Further details will follow in due course.

Free UKSG webinar - COUNTER for Librarians
2016-05-24 14:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - COUNTER for Publishers
2016-05-03 14:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Developing an alumni library service
2016-02-23 14:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Learning Analytics: Gaining good actionable insight
2016-01-26 14:00
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.

UKSG E-Resources for Further Education: Birmingham
2015-12-02 09:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Focus on the South: access to, production and use of research information in low and middle income countries
2015-12-01 14:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Peer review in 2015: a global view - Key findings from the Taylor & Francis white paper
2015-11-26 13:00
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?
Join 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.

More information and registration.

UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: London
2015-11-25 17:00
Course summary
Many 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 attend
ERTU 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 required
If 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.
Venue
The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining297 Euston RoadLondonNW1 3AQ
Tel.: 020 7451 7300 (Reception)
Course presenters
The course is presented by Simon Inger and Tracy Gardner from Renew Training who between them have over 40 years’ experience in scholarly publishing.
Feedback from ERTU courses held in 2014
“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.”
“Clarified a lot of things for me and gave me a good overall view of the whole field.”
“Excellent speakers and friendly atmosphere – very conducive to learning and discussion.”
“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.”
Course content
Please refer to the schedule for the day. The course is continually updated, but core content will include:
Classifying 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.
Reader Behaviour• Understanding reader choice in information discovery• Popular apps for readers.
Managing User Navigation• Linking through URL and OpenURL, the development and importance of Link Servers• The role of library web pages in resource discovery.
Managing Authentication• User authentication methodologies, including: IP address ranges, proxies, Athens and Shibboleth, single sign-on (SSO)• Defining and understanding authentication scenarios.
How to book
Booking 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.
Cancellations
By Tuesday 17 November 2015 – full refundFrom Wednesday 18 November 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.

UKSG Forum: London
2015-11-18 11:00
Highlights from the UKSG Forum 2015:

This is the page for the 2015 UKSG Forum.
If you would like to read about or book for the 2016 UKSG Forum on ‘Innovation’, please click this link.
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” (Leonardo da Vinci):design, simplicity and user experience

Many thanks to our generous sponsors:

PremiumOxford University Press ● LM Information Delivery

StandardCambridge University Press ● Digital Science ● Emerald Group Publishing LimitedProQuest ● Royal Society of Chemistry ● Taylor & Francis Group

What is the UKSG Forum?

Now 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’.

Venue

Grand Connaught Rooms61-65 Great Queen StreetLondonWC2B 5DA
T: +44 (0)20 7405 7811W: www.grandconnaughtrooms.com

Who can attend?

The UKSG Forum is free to UKSG members. (Is your organisation a member? Check here.)

Non-members can attend for a fee of £75.00 + VAT. (Isn’t your organisation a member? Join here.)

Refreshments 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.

The Delegate List is now available.

The Exhibition Guide is now available.

Look 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

How do you book?

Registration has now closed for this event. For further information, please contact Karen Sadler.

What’s the programme?

From 09.30 Registration

12.00-13.30 Lunch

16.00-17.00 Drinks reception

The schedule of lightning talk sessions is as follows:

BALMORAL ROOM

10.00 Introduction to the Forum by Kate Price, Chair, UKSG

10.05 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’

11.20 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’

13.15 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’

14.50 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’

EDINBURGH ROOM

10.40 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’

12.00 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’

14.10 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’

15.30 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’

Exhibitors

Exhibition booking is now closed.

Feedback from the 2014 Forum

“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.”

“A laid back event, just right for networking, and a good combination of timings for lightning talks, meetings and networking.”

“Thanks for a good day – it was very useful!”

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.

UKSG One-Day Conference: London
2015-11-17 09:00 - 17:15
This is the page for the 2015 UKSG One-Day Conference.If you would like to read about or book for the 2016 One-Day Conference on the ‘Scholarly Communications Ecosystem’, please click this link. …

About the Event

This is the page for the 2015 UKSG One-Day Conference.If you would like to read about or book for the 2016 One-Day Conference on the ‘Scholarly Communications Ecosystem’, please click this link. ​

​This UKSG event was live webcast, and recorded for subsequent online viewing, courtesy of IET.tv – the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s video production service.Recordings now available!

Textbooks, monographs, reports, handbooks, collected essays, novels, poetry collections – many formats of ‘long-form’ material continue to flourish and evolve. Why does printed text continue to be so popular? Now that they are more established, how are e-versions fitting into this picture? This event will examine the status of the e-book in the academic context, and review the latest analysis and developments in relation to teaching, learning and research.

Who should attend

This event is aimed at librarians, publishers and others in the knowledge community who want to gain a rounded view of how print and e-books are evolving, and what the implications might be for how we make ‘long-form’ materials available in the future. Join us for enlightening presentations and valuable networking with those who are shaping the future of scholarly print and e-books.

Why librarians should attendJane Harvell, Head of Academic Services and Special Collections at the University of Sussex: “At my library, we’re investing more and more in the e-book format (in its many guises) for research and teaching. I want to ensure this isn’t being done blindly, and that we are taking advantage of all opportunities to hear from ‘consumers’ of this type of content. The one-day conference provides an opportunity to take a fresh look at e-books in their own right – not just as the sometimes cheaper, easier to distribute and less dusty alternative to the print book. It’s also a chance to hear measured scholarly opinion on the value of the e-book format, and of the open access book, to the research process.” Why publishers should attendColleen Campbell, JSTOR’s Director, Institutional Participation and Strategic Partnerships – Europe: “Publishers and other providers of digital books need to keep up to date with the expectations of libraries and their users in terms of functionality and access. It’s important to understand this in the context of how students and researchers are using long-form resources – both paper and electronic – for example, whether they substitute one for the other, or use both complementarily. We also need to be in tune with how libraries are developing their collections and guiding their readers towards these different resources – all of this has implications for the way we provide services.”

Programme

09.30 Registration and coffee10.00 Welcome and introduction by the ChairJeremy Upton, Director of University and Library Collections, University of Edinburgh10.05 Monographs and open access: reflections arising out of the report to HEFCE Professor Geoffrey Crossick, Author, HEFCE Report on Monographs and Open Access, and Distinguished Professor of the Humanities, School of Advanced Study, University of London10.35 Author experiences and expectations of open access publishing modelsDr Chris Kempshall, Associate Tutor and Researcher, University of SussexProfessor Frank Rennie, Assistant Principal (Research, Enterprise and Development), Lews Castle College, University of the Highlands and IslandsProfessor Geoffrey Crossick, Distinguished Professor of the Humanities, School of Advanced Study, University of London11.15 Coffee

11.45 On Book Sprints: short-form methods and collaborative authorship Professor Claire Taylor, Professor of Hispanic Studies, Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, University of Liverpool12.15 Student experiences and expectations of print and e-booksStudents from the University of Sussex, King’s College London and City University London13.00 Lunch14.00 Sustainability of new print and e-book publishing models – publisher, librarian and funder perspectivesPublisher perspective Eelco Ferwerda, Director, OAPEN Foundation

Librarian perspective Chris Banks, Director of Library Services, Imperial College London

Funder perspectiveDonald J Waters, Senior Program Officer, Scholarly Communications,The Andrew W Mellon Foundation15.15 Tea15.45 The AHRC/British Library Academic Book of the Future Project Dr Samantha J Rayner, Director, Centre for Publishing, University College London[Presentation delivered by Dr Michael Jubb, Director, Research Information Network]16.00 OAPEN-UK: the final report and recommendationsCaren Milloy, Deputy Director, Jisc Collections16.15 Online Educational Resources: e-tips Professor Frank Rennie, Assistant Principal (Research, Enterprise and Development), Lews Castle College, University of the Highlands and Islands16.30 Question Timechaired by Jeremy Upton17.00 Wrap-up followed by drinks reception18.00 Close

Venue

Grand Connaught Rooms(Edinburgh and Drawing Room)61-65 Great Queen StreetLondonWC2B 5DAT: +44 (0)20 7405 7811W: www.grandconnaughtrooms.com

What they said about the 2014 One-Day Conference (on researchers’ needs)

“A very useful insight into researcher needs, their views on the current situation, and how they see the challenges ahead and possible solutions.”

“The range of perspectives presented at the conference was extremely useful.”

“All speakers excellent, knowledgable and stuck to their brief.”

“I really thought the programme theme was reflected well in the running order and content of the presentations – well done.”

“It gave me a good broad update on the complexity in the current situation in the UK scholarly communications sector. Great to have policy makers, publishers, librarians and researchers at the same event.”

Fee

UKSG members: £190.00 + £38.00 VAT [20%] (total £228.00)Non-members: £240.00 + £48.00 VAT [20%] (total £288.00)

The fee includes refreshments and lunch.

How to book

The closing date for booking has now passed. For further information please contact Karen Sadler.

Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking.

Cancellations

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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.

Licensing for Librarians, Manchester, 20 May 2016
2015-11-04 00:00
Licensing for Librarians, Manchester, Friday 20 May 2016

Free UKSG webinar - A new perspective on library resource management systems
2015-10-27 14:00
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.

UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today: London
2015-10-06 08:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Introduction to Text-Mining Research Papers
2015-09-22 12:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - Altmetrics for Librarians: a publisher dashboard, a university use case
2015-07-14 13:00
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.

Free UKSG webinar - A Quiet Culture War in Research Libraries, and What It Means for Libraries, Researchers, and Publishers
2015-06-30 13:00
There is a growing rift between those who believe the library’s most fundamental purpose is to support and advance the goals of its host institution and those who believe the library’s most important role is as an agent of progress and reform in the larger world of scholarly communication. Although these two areas of endeavor are not mutually exclusive, they are in competition for scarce resources and the choices made between them have serious implications at both the micro level (for the patrons and institutions served by each library) and the macro level (for members of the larger academic community). Join Rick Anderson, Associate Dean for Scholarly Resources & Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah to feel better able to think analytically and make critically important decisions about libraries’ internal culture and alignment with institutional priorities. More information and registration.

UKSG E-Resources Technical Update: York
2015-06-24 22:00
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 and features an introductory technical session. 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. VenueSt Bede’s Pastoral Centre (Conference Room)21 Blossom StreetYorkYO24 1AQ Tel.: 01904 464900 (Reception) Course presentersThe course is presented by Simon Inger and Tracy Gardner from Renew Training who between them have over 40 years’ experience in scholarly publishing. Feedback from ERTU courses held in 2014“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.” “Clarified a lot of things for me and gave me a good overall view of the whole field.” “Excellent speakers and friendly atmosphere – very conducive to learning and discussion.” “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.” Course contentPlease refer to the schedule for the day. The course is continually updated, but core content will include: Classifying 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. Reader Behaviour• Understanding reader choice in information discovery• Popular apps for readers. Managing User Navigation• Linking through URL and OpenURL, the development and importance of Link Servers• The role of library web pages in resource discovery. Managing Authentication• User authentication methodologies, including: IP address ranges, proxies, Athens and Shibboleth, single sign-on (SSO)• Defining and understanding authentication scenarios. How to bookBooking 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 17 June 2015 – full refundFrom Thursday 18 June 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.

UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today: Birmingham
2015-06-09 14:00
Course summary This one-day seminar aims to present a practical introductory overview of all aspects of journals and e-resources management. 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 an overview of the technical aspects of managing e-resources. Delegates will be able to air and exchange views in the discussion session after each presentation. An optional tour of the Library of Birmingham will be available immediately after the seminar. 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 journal and e-resources publishing, including editorial and marketing, pricing and licensing• To understand the roles of both the traditional subscription agent and new intermediaries, and the growing range of electronic access services offered• To gain a broad awareness of the technical aspects of managing e-resources. 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 Library of Birmingham (Meeting Room 101)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 representativeDiana Massam, Project Manager, Library and Archival Services, Jisc 10.30 Managing content in the electronic world Regina O’Brien, Collections Manager, University of SalfordThe 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 James Pawley, Renewals and Sales Strategy Manager, SAGEThe key processes within commercial e-resource publishing, including launch, economics, editorial and marketing, pricing models, licensing and delivering electronically 12.30 Discussion 12.45 Lunch 13.30 Getting technical – an overview Laurence Lockton, Systems Librarian, University of BathAn overview of linking, including DOI/CrossRef, OpenURL and KBART, authentication and authorisation, other relevant and emerging technologies, discovery services, and the technical aspects of usage statistics (COUNTER, SUSHI and JUSP) 14.15 Discussion 14.30 Break 14.45 Intermediaries and their services Richard Savory, 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 followed by an optional tour of the Library Background course material The Work of the Serials Librarian The Work of the Journal Publisher The Work of the Subscription Agent Further reading – articles from Serials/Insights How to book This course is now fully booked. For further information please contact Alison Whitehorn by email or phone +44 (0)1635 254292. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations By Tuesday 2 June 2015 – full refundFrom Wednesday 3 June 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.

Free UKSG webinar - Creative Commons and Education – are we there yet?
2015-06-09 13:00
Join Joscelyn Upendran for a look at Creative Commons licences, their impact and use in education. The webinar will: give a brief definition of creative commons licences, and illustrate the different typesprovide examples of their use in educationidentify advantages and points to consider in deciding whether to use themidentify at least one example of where you would use creative commons licences, in the context of your own professional role, or identify why it is not suitable in your particular case More information and registration.

Free UKSG webinar - Getting the Rights Right - or When policies collide!
2015-05-19 13:00
How do we find our way through the forest of requirements, options, exemptions, variations and special cases that institutions and individuals have to handle with Open Access policies? The Open Access policy environment is growing more complex and more demanding in its needs, and now more significant in its implications. Join Bill Hubbard, University of Nottingham for an informative and practical webinar. More information and registration.
