Appointment of various posts in CIET, NCERT under the projects.

Appointment of various posts in CIET, NCERT under the PAB and PAC approved projects.

The Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), a constituent of National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) invites applications from eligible candidates to fill up the various posts (Contractual) to work for the different projects under PAB and PAC. The selected candidates shall have to work at CIET-NCERT, New Delhi initially upto 31 March, 2025. Interviews: June 2024.

CfPs: IDEAS-2024 | 19-20 October, IIT Roorkee

International Symposium on "Innovative Design for Excellence, Affordability and Sustainability" (IDEAS-2024) 

Venue: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee 

19-20 October 2024

http://ideas2024.iitr.ac.in

Call for Papers 

The international Symposium IDEAS-2024, jointly hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee and Queen's University Canada, focuses on addressing critical disparities in resource distribution and economic imbalances impacting the Global South. It provides a vital platform for end-users, practitioners, researchers, and academicians to delve into the challenges at the intersection of design, engineering, and resource constraints. The symposium aims to unravel the complexities of global disparities through interdisciplinary collaborations, fostering innovative, cost-effective solutions tailored to the socio-economic and environmental contexts of developing nations. By catalyzing discussions and partnerships, IDEAS-2024 strives to contribute significantly towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and improving life in resource-constrained environments.  "Innovation through Design and Co-Creation in Resource-Constrained Society."

Symposium TOPICS

• Frugal Innovation and Frugality studies
• Design and Innovation in the health, water, and energy systems
• Design intervention in Rural Livelihood system in the Global South
• Exploration of sustainable local materials
• Sustainable product, process, and system design
• Design for rejuvenating the Handloom and handicraft sector
• Ergonomic intervention for sustainable global development
• Design intervention for conversion of waste into wealth
• Engineering Education for sustainability, knowledge, technology transfer, and global development
• Design for Green Entrepreneurship, natural resource management, and circular economy

Why Choose IDEAS-2024?
The symposium will provide a vibrant platform for young researchers, design professionals, academicians, and technocrats to discuss the complexities of global disparities, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships that inspire solutions aligned with the diverse needs of developing countries.

The following are the proposed activities planned for this symposium:

• Invited/keynote presentations from eminent national/international experts and practitioners.
• Presentations of full-length peer-reviewed papers.
• Poster display, panel discussion, design exhibition and workshops.

Abstract Submission Form 

Abstract Submission Guidelines 

Contact and Further Details:

Dr. Bibhuti: 01332-285203; bibhuti[@]design.iitr.ac.in
Department of Design, IIT Roorkee, Haridwar, Uttarakhand

https://ideas2024.iitr.ac.in/

CfPs: Conference on Policy Processes in the Global South | 6-8 December, IIT Bombay

Policy Processes in the Global South

The 5th India Public Policy Network Conference will be held in person from 6-8 December 2024 at the Ashank Desai Centre for Policy Studies, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay). The theme for this edition is Policy Processes in the Global South.

Public Policy research and writing in the Global South is growing rapidly. Innovative theoretical and empirical approaches are being used to investigate the policy process, with significant efforts focused on exploring its boundaries and the interdisciplinary nature of this field. Given this context, it is imperative to ask what the boundaries of a policy process are. Where does this process begin? Who are the actors and institutions involved, and how are these changing? What are the forms of contestation, knowledge networks, social and technical relations, and power relations that shape policy processes, policy agendas, and policy delivery? How can we rethink policy evaluation? How is public policy evolving as a discipline in the Global South? Additionally, what are the pertinent critiques of extant categories, frames, and methods, including "Global South"? What are the pedagogical practices and challenges of this? Importantly, what methodological shifts in the discipline are necessary in order to better decipher policy processes in the Global South? Beyond this, is there a need to expand theories and policy vocabularies?

In addition to these questions, we invite panels that cover but are not limited to, the following themes. These themes are indicative but by no means exhaustive. We invite researchers to present their work or curate panels on various sectoral and thematic issues that are pertinent to research in the Global South, given that these have consequences for Public Policy and are also impacted by the policy landscape in which they are situated.

• Social policy
• Education policy
• Labour policy and labour transformation
• Diversity and public policy
• Culture policy
• Urban policy and governance
• Health policy and practices
• Water and sanitation
• Energy and energy transitions
• Climate change, environmental policy, and sustainability
• Technology and policy
• Digital societies and governance
• Data regimes in contemporary digital societies

Call for Abstracts

The call for papers for the 5th India Public Policy Conference Network is now open. In keeping with the conference theme, Policy Processes in the Global South, we invite abstracts for papers for the following panels, categorised thematically below. Click on the theme to view the relevant list of panels.

Climate Change, Environmental Policy, and Sustainability

Energy and Energy Transitions

State, Governance, and Public Policy

Urban Policy and Governance

The Field of Public Policy and Research

Water and Sanitation

Health Policy

Technology and Policy

Digital Societies and Governance

Diversity and Social Policy

 

 Submission of Abstracts

Those interested in presenting a paper at the 5th India Public Policy Network Conference are invited to submit their abstracts through the submission form below. Please indicate the theme under which you would like to submit an abstract in the form and the panel to be considered under. Abstracts should not be more than 300 words. The deadline for submission is 23:55 IST on June 30, 2024.

Papers can be co-authored. However, since the Conference will be held in person, at least one presenter must attend the Conference. There will be no provisions for online/ hybrid presentations.

Selected abstracts will be required to submit extended abstracts prior to the Conference. Please refer to the timeline below for Conference dates and milestones.

Please feel free to reach out to us at ippn2024@gmail.com if you have any questions.

 

Submit Abstract

 

Tentative Conference Timeline

Submission of abstracts	30 June 2024
Announcement of selected abstracts	15 July 2024
Conference registration opens	15 August 2024
Announcement of the preliminary schedule	31 August 2024
Submission of extended abstracts	30 September 2024
Conference	6-8 December 2024

Vol. 4, No. 5: Library Workers

An issue dedicated to the library heroes 📚💪

May 2024 —  Vol. 4, No. 5 View in your browser → THE LIBRARY WORKERS ISSUE Welcome to the May 2024 IFLA Newsletter! With International Workers' Day (Labour Day) falling on the first of the month, we're focused on the library workforce in this edition. It is almost a cliché to say that the defining element of a library is the librarian. There are books and other resources in other places, but only in a library are there dedicated people, ready to develop collections, design services and build communities among users. To the full editorial → In the field After the busy programme of meetings highlighted in the previous newsletter, we have continued to raise the profile of IFLA in the wider library field. IFLA President Vicki McDonald delivered a message to IFLA members and volunteers on 17 May with the latest update on all that is happening at IFLA. A particular highlight was Secretary General Sharon Memis' participation at the Quebec Public Library Association conference in Canada, as well as other meetings in Ottawa. IFLA was also well represented at the Lebanese Library Association conference, held at the headquarters of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia in Beirut. Reminder! 🔔 Draft IFLA Strategy 2024-2029 – open for comments This year, IFLA will finalise its next Strategy. Following five surveys of our members and volunteers, we're now proud to distribute a first full draft, as approved for sharing by the Governing Board. Now it's over to you— let us know what you think! Deadline: 11 June To the draft IFLA Strategy → Act fast! IIFS Early Bird registration ends 1 June Don't miss out on the chance to save! The Early Bird registration rate for the upcoming IFLA Information Futures Summit ends on 1 June 2024. Secure your spot now to take advantage of discounted rates and ensure your participation in this highly anticipated event. Join us for insightful discussions, engaging sessions, and valuable networking opportunities as we explore the future of information and its impact on libraries and society. Register today to reserve your place and be part of shaping the future of our profession. We look forward to seeing you there! Catch the early bird  → Meet our IIFS keynote speakers and panellists Prepare yourself for an enlightening experience at the IFLA Information Futures Summit with our renowned speakers and panelists. They'll discuss AI, trends, library leadership, and more! Curious? Get a glimpse of what's to come in our exclusive video preview. Watch it here by clicking below! 👇 Get together and take advantage of our group booking options! Larger institutions might be particularly interested in the savings available by signing up for a group rate. IFLA members of course also benefit from discounts that you can share with your own institutional members—a bonus from your membership of IFLA! Don't miss out on this opportunity to join us at IIFS with your team! More on group savings → Secure your spot with exclusive Qantas Airways discounts before flights soar! Do not pass up the opportunity to join us at #IIFS in Australia! Flight rates are rising, but we have you covered with an exclusive offer from Qantas Airways, the official airline partner for the IFLA Information Futures Summit. Book your flight today to take advantage of special discounts and ensure smooth travel arrangements. Seats are filling up quickly, so secure yours today and get ready for an unforgettable experience Down Under!  Book that flight → Does the global library profession need a World Library and Information Congress? Yes, it does! This was confirmed by 93.6% of more than 300 respondents to the first WLIC Review pulse survey. Read more about the results in our quick overview and stay tuned for the full details of the results from the first WLIC review survey. To the results overview → IFLA ARL update on the library worker This update on the library worker is brought to you by the IFLA Academic and Research Libraries (ARL) Section. Read more on how rapid advancements present challenges but are also significant opportunities for libraries and librarians. To the update → IFLA Green Library Award With generous sponsorship from De Gruyter Publishing, the IFLA Environment, Sustainability and Libraries (ENSULIB) Section circulated a Call for Submissions for the IFLA Green Library Award for the ninth year in a row. Any type of green library or outstanding green library project, initiative or idea was invited to apply for the Award. 44 applications were received. You can read about the top eight Green Libraries and Green Library Projects shortlisted for the 2024 award here! See who's on the shortlist → Women in libraries - Iraq 🌍 Brought to you by the Women Information and Libraries Special Interest Group (WILSIG). Women in Iraq have been working in libraries for many years, and they constitute the majority in library management. WILSIG is honoured to present a number of figures recognised for their achievements in the field of library and information science. Get to know them → IFLA PressReader International Marketing Award Winners 2024 Sponsored by PressReader, the IFLA PressReader International Marketing Award is presented by the IFLA Section on Management and Marketing. We were thrilled to receive 107 outstanding and diverse submissions from around the world. The ten finalists were selected based on innovative contributions to marketing in the library field. This year, the winning libraries will receive funds towards the purchase of new technology for their library-related activities to improve the services they offer. To the media release → Beating the hassle of organising strategic meetings and workshops: Adopting the latest tips in the market! Read more about the IFLA New Professionals Special Interest Group's (NPSIG) experience with organising meetings and workshops and their top tips for success. Learn the top tips → 2024 Development and Access to Information (DA2I) report launched Increased internet connectivity will not lead to development without equity, rights, skills, and the libraries that provide them. Building on the two previous editions, the 2024 DA2I report looks back on progress in delivering on universal, meaningful access to information for development over the first half of the delivery period for the United Nations' 2030 Agenda, through data and expert insights. To the DA2I report → Copyright education at your fingertips – navigating copyright for libraries: purpose and scope In 2022, the CLM produced the fully open-access book, Navigating Copyright for Libraries: Purpose and Scope. It's remained highly-relevant, and popular, ever since. Learn more in the series of short conversations between CLM Chair Melissa Levine and each of the editors, Jessica Coates, Susan Reilly, and Victoria Owen (with chapters from Coates and Owen). The conversations touch on copyright, open access, the publishing process and more. Continue reading → The IFLA Accessibility Metadata Network A congratulatory welcome to IFLA's first Network, the IFLA Accessibility Metadata Network, formed by volunteers from across IFLA: The Advisory Committee on Standards, the Cataloguing, Subject Analysis and Access, Bibliography, Libraries Serving Persons with Print Disabilities and Audiovisual and Multimedia Sections. Read more about their upcoming work! 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Knowledge Rights 21 NEW MEMBERS IFLA warmly welcomes the following new members: Almaty Libraries – Kazakhstan Arab Federation for Libraries and Information (AFLI) – Tunisia Bangladesh National Library – Bangladesh Consortium des Bibliothèques de l'Enseignement Supérieur du Sénégal (COBESS) - Sénégal East African Community – United Republic of Tanzania King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Biography Documentation Center – Saudi Arabia Universitätsbibliothek der Technischen Universität München – Germany We look forward to your engagement and involvement! SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT Want to get featured here? Don't forget to @IFLA and use the #IFLA hashtag! Update your preferences / Unsubscribe