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Reaching Beyond Bibliographic Referencing
to be held at
Kings College London
Thursday, 1st June 2006, 9.30 - 16.30
Course Outline
This course aims to bring the user up to date with the latest software for
managing different reference types beyond bibliographic sources. Such
references could be to image files or full text items from an OpenURL
source. The course will consider the different types of packages available
including Open Source software, image retrieval software and additional
software for dealing with other types of reference data. The course aims
to be practical in nature so please book early to avoid disappointment.
The programme will cover:
* the problems and issues in bibliographic referencing
* an update on new features found in reference software packages
* capturing images : products and positions outlined
* text mining for the novice
* social bookmarking and what it means for you
* open URL resolvers and their usefulness for managing references
* linking beyond the bibliographic details
There will also be time for hands on.
Course Presenter: Tracy Kent
Tracy Kent is an experienced, subject librarian who has over twelve years
of experience in the Information Profession. She has provided on-going
reference support for academics at the University of Birmingham and for
the wider information profession through the UK eInformation Group. She
has also written a Quick guide to bibliographic software [isbn :
1870254120] and edits a bi-monthly column on reference software in
UKeiG's e-journal eLucidate. Tracy also runs her own reference software
training company, Trrak.
To register your interest in this meeting, reserve a place, or request
further details, please email [log in to unmask] Further details are
also available via the UKeiG website at www.ukeig.org.uk.
UKeiG is a Special Interest Group of CILIP: the Chartered Institute of
Library and Information Professionals.
7, Ridgmount Street, London, WC1E 7AE. Registered Charity No. 313014
BOOKING FORM
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Reaching beyond Bibliographic Referencing
Kings College London
Thursday, 1st June 2006, 9.30 - 16.30
Costs (including lunch and refreshments):
UKeiG members £150 + VAT (£176.25); others £180 + VAT (£211.50)
Please complete and return this form by 25th May 2006, to Christine Baker,
The Old Chapel, Walden, West Burton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 4LE.
Tel & Fax 01969 663749. Email: [log in to unmask]
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