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** Apologies for Cross-Posting ** UKSG are pleased to announce we will be running this popular seminar in Birmingham in June: UKSG Introduction to Journals and E-Resources Today Wednesday 10 June 2015, The Library of Birmingham 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. PROGRAMME 10.00 Registration and coffee 10.20 Welcome and introduction by the Chair and UKSG representative Diana Massam, Project Manager, Library and Archival Services, Jisc 10.30 Managing content in the electronic world Regina O'Brien, Collections Manager, University of Salford The 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, SAGE The 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 Bath An 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 Collections The 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 Fee (includes refreshments and lunch) UKSG members £165.00 + £33.00 VAT [20%] (total £198.00) Non-members £215.00 + £43.00 VAT [20%] (total £258.00) Venue The Library of Birmingham How to book Please book via the UKSG website - www.uksg.org/event/InJERT100615<http://www.uksg.org/event/InJERT100615> or contact me as below. Venue location details will be sent with confirmation of booking. Cancellations By Tuesday 2 June 2015 Full refund From 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. Karen Sadler Administrator UKSG Tel. +44 (0)1865 310834 Fax. +44(0)1865 310834 www.uksg.org<http://www.uksg.org/> UKSG, a company registered in England and limited by guarantee Company Number: 4145775 Registered Charity Number: 1093946 Registered office: Bowman & Hillier Building, The Old Brewery, Priory Lane, Burford, Oxon OX18 4SG lis-e-resources is a UKSG list - http://www.uksg.org UKSG groups also available on Facebook and LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UKSG