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2023 Librarian Licensure Examination: what you need to know

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Table of contents 2023 Librarians Licensure Examination Schedule and Venues 2023 Librarians Licensure Examination Application Schedule Requirements for 2023 Librarian Licensure Examination Application 2023 Librarians Licensure Examination 2-Day Schedule and Program Review Centers Librarian Licensure Examination Reviewers Librarian Licensure Examination 2023 Results 2023 Librarians Licensure Examination Schedule and Venues This November 2022, the Professional Regulation has posted the schedule of the Librarians Licensure Examination for 2023. The board exam for librarians schedule for 2023 will be on September 11-12, 2023 (Monday and Tuesday). The target date for the release of exam results will be on September 15, 2023 , Friday. Schedule of the Librarian Licensure Examination 2023 and dates to remember Examination venues will be in NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga. 2023 Librari...

Iloilo Legacy Book to launch soon

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Mayor Jerry Treñas during the MOA signing for the Iloilo Legacy Book Iloilo City has experienced a remarkable transformation in the past five years. The city has emerged as a thriving hub of commerce, tourism, and culture, attracting both local and international visitors.  Many people have started to recognize and appreciate the ‘City of Love’ as Ilonggos fondly call their city. With all these changes and rapid modernization, it is only fitting to launch a book to document its recent developments not only for the people of today but also to look back on in the future.  The Iloilo City Government and Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. (IFFI) will launch a book on the legacy of Iloilo City. The book includes six chapters discussing the Urban Landscape, Biodiversity, Economic Upsurge, Social Services, Local Heritage and Modernization of the city. "For the past 12 years, Iloilo City has been developing very fast, and because of the strong Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the...

Iloilo Mega Book Fair 2023: 6 years of promoting local art and literature

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The Iloilo Mega Book Fair (IMBF) will be in its 6th year and has lined up activities starting April 27 until April 30, 2023 at the Iloilo Festive Mall. This year’s theme is "Pagtib-ong sa Rehiyon/Celebrating the Regions." The Iloilo Mega Book Fair started in November 2018 in Festive Walk Mall as well. This is an exciting event for literature and art enthusiasts, with many talks, meet and greets, and various activities showcasing local literature. It is also a great place to see local writers, buy books, and be inspired! Noel Galon, UP Visayas faculty and the project director of IMBF, envisioned the fair to showcase "books written in the Kiniray-a, Hiligaynon, and Aklanon languages annually and gather all creatives and content producers of Western Visayas." Atty. Raymundo Pandan Jr., a 2022 Palanca awardee, will be this year’s keynote speaker at the opening program. The Iloilo drag queen and cosplay community will be featured, indicating that the IMBF is not just a ...

The Ultimate Commute Guide to Libraries in Iloilo City

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Iloilo is privileged to have public libraries open to the communities. Ilonggos can access free resources, including books, magazines, newspapers, e-books, audiobooks, and more. This enables the Ilonggos to pursue their interests, learn new skills, and stay informed, without having to spend money. However, some may be hesitant to pay a visit because of high-fare rates via Taxi or Apps and some may have difficulty in identifying what jeepney to ride going these libraries. The minimum fare is only P12 (traditional)-P14 (modern) pesos which is more budget-friendly, especially for students. Here is the list of a few public and academic libraries in Iloilo City and the jeepney routes that are passing by the area make your public transportation commute more efficient. Public Libraries in Iloilo City: How to get there by jeepney Public libraries are libraries funded by the government and are open for the public.  These libraries provide access to books, magazines, newspapers, audio ...

Where to buy online: Reviewers for Librarian Licensure Examination

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The Librarians Licensure Examination or LLE is the professional licensure examination that aspiring librarians have to take in order to be professional librarians in the Philippines. Here are my recommended reviewers and books you can buy online in Shopee or Lazada that can help in your review or as reference materials. They can also help in practical aspects of library work when you are working in a library. Please note that prices and availability may be subject to change. Check the linked pages in online stores for updated prices and if they are still available. To buy these books, go to the "Buy in Shopee" or "Buy in Lazada" links to buy them on your preferred platform. The Complete Reviewer for Librarians Licensure Examination by Juan C. Buenrostro This book is already a familiar title for many board exam takers. The latest edition of the book as of this writing was released in 2018 but can still be useful as a reviewer. Volume 7 (2018) Buy in Shopee   for P420...

UP Visayas Library receives P1.2 million grant from the University of the Philippines Medical Alumni Society in America (UPMASA)

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A grant from University of the Philippines Medical Alumni Society in America (UPMASA) in the sum of 1.2 million pesos was given to the UP Visayas University Library in order to establish the UPV Archives Section in the new UPV Library structure. The project was made possible thanks to the efforts of UPMASA, headed by Mrs. Elvie Estampador-Gildea and Dr. Nerita Ulep, as well as Ms. Analiza G. Linaugo, University Librarian. The project will obtain tools and supplies for the archives department, including bookcases, seats, tables, and a sofa set, as well as renovate the space. (i.e., painting, installation of walls and dividers, aircon, flooring, etc.). Additionally, the grant will be used to acquire a DLSR camera and digitization equipment to preserve and digitize old documents. A partial release of check amounting to 299,000.00 pesos was handed over by Atty. Rene John V. Nuñez, President, UPAA Iloilo Chapter to Mr. Rex B. Rodriguez, contractor.  The turnover was witnessed by Dr. Rey...

FREE webinar: Compliance of the Library Services to Copyright Law

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Copyright is something librarians need to learn as they are responsible for managing and providing access to copyrighted materials. Copyright law grants exclusive rights to creators of original works, and librarians must be knowledgeable about these rights and how they apply to library resources. This includes understanding fair use, licensing agreements, and digital rights management. Without a solid understanding of copyright law, librarians risk infringing on the rights of copyright holders. Also, librarians must be able to educate their patrons about copyright law and how it affects their use of materials, as well as advocate for policies that promote access to information while respecting the rights of creators. The UP Library Science Alumni Organization will be conducting a free webinar on the topic, "All Rights Reserved! Compliance of the Library Services to Copyright Law" on April 29, 2023 (Saturday), 2-5 PM. This webinar-workshop will focus on the application of copy...