eBooks today and the digital promises of tomorrow, ALISS 2011 AGM event June 16th

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Supporting researchers: ebooks today and the digital promises of tomorrow, ALISS AGM June 16th 2011 British Library 12.30-4.30pm This year the AGM of ALISS (Association of Librarians and Information Professionals in the social Sciences) will take the topical theme of supporting researchers using new technology. It will begin with a snapshot of the changing technological landscape for researchers from the Growing Knowledge Exhibition at the British Library , explore how ebooks are being used today in two major academic libraries: SOAS and University of Bristol, and give a publisher perspective (from SAGE Publications) on how they anticipate and are preparing for the future.

The speakers will share their experiences and there will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. The afternoon will begin with a buffet lunch from 12.30-1.30, followed by the AGM and then the main presentations. It will end at approximately 4.30pm.
Note that due to security arrangements at the British Library participants must notify in advance This event is free to all ALISS members. Non-members may attend at a fee of £20.00 but may not vote during the AGM. If you would like to reserve a place please contact Heather Dawson. h.dawson@lse.ac.uk