JISC Collections 2012 Annual Conference and AGM
Paddles, Propellers, Sails and Steam
Date: 20 November 2012
Time: 10.30 - 15.30
Full programme and registration at: http://www.jisc-collections.ac.uk/JISC-Collections-events/2012conference/
Last year it was trains, this year it's Brunel's ss Great Britain, one of the most important historic ships in the world. Come and join JISC Collections on Tuesday 20 November at Brunel's ss Great Britain in Bristol for our 2012 Conference and AGM.
Our theme this year is Paddles, Propellers, Sails and Steam. Brunel originally designed the ss Great Britain with huge paddle wheels but quickly realised that the new and innovative propeller would operate more efficiently and continually drive the ship forward, even in rough seas. He also designed the ship to be a sail assisted steamship - relying mostly on its engine but also its sails. Later the ship was adapted to become primarily a sailing ship relying mostly on wind and only using engines as a back-up. The Captains and crew of the ss Great Britain learned to use the combination of sail and steam efficiently, balancing the need to save fuel against the aim of reaching their destination quickly.
As we sail through the choppy waters of open access and navigate through the complex sea of licensing, how can we work as a crew to balance the need to save money against the aim of rising expectations of users and how do we drive this forward?
We are delighted that Chris Banks, University Librarian & Director, Library, Special Collections & Museums at the University of Aberdeen will be our keynote speaker. The day itself will comprise a series of breakout sessions designed to showcase the work of JISC Collections and give our librarians and publisher partners the opportunity to help shape their future development. The formal business of the AGM, an overview of the highlights of the past 12 months, lunchtime tours of the ship and the opportunity to see treasures from the Brunel Institute Archive will also feature in the programme for the day.
Registration is open and as space is limited, we advise you to book early. Please read all about the conference and select your breakout sessions at http://www.jisc-collections.ac.uk/JISC-Collections-events/2012conference/
Please note that we are limiting it to two attendees from the same institution to ensure all members get a chance to come along, so you may wish to discuss internally who will be attending before completing the registration form.
Kind Regards
Caren
Caren Milloy
Head of Projects
JISC Collections
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