Koha Series- 21 || Koha- Integrated Library Management System: Two Days Online Workshop || Day and Date: 01-02 March 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) || Time: 05:30 pm to 08:30 pm || 15% OFF

Koha Series- 21

Koha- Integrated Library Management System: Two Days Online Workshop

"This session will cover the complete process of installing Koha software on Ubuntu, customizing and configuring the software, data migration from Excel to Koha, and operating all its modules.".

Organized by: LibAuto- A Leading Library Automation & Digitization Company in India

Day and Date: 01-02 March 2025 (Saturday & Sunday)
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM IST

*Registration Fee: Rs. 600 (Indian) - $ 10 (Foreigner)

*Apply on or before 25-02-2025  Rs. 510

 Last Date:  27 February 2025

🌐 Link for Registration: https://forms.gle/fdpFh5qzsw9XBt3r5

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✔ Eligibility: Faculty, Researcher, LIS & IT Professionals, and Students.
✔ The medium of instruction for the training is English.
✔ Limited seats are available on a First- cum-First-Serve basis.
✔ E-certificate will be provided to the participants after successfully completing the training.
✔ Confirmation will be sent to all registered candidates by e-mail/Whatsapp.
✔ All the sessions will be conducted on Zoom platforms.

✔ The video recording and training materials from the live session will be provided.

✔ The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Koha

1.1 What is Koha?

• Overview of Koha and its features
• Koha's open-source nature and community support

1.2 Koha System Architecture

• Overview of Koha's technical architecture
• Understanding the Koha modules and components
• Koha interface layout
• Koha terminology (cataloging, circulation, etc.)

Module 2: Koha Installation and Configuration
2.1 Koha Installation

• Hardware and software requirements for Koha
• Step-by-step guide to installing Koha on a server (Linux/Ubuntu, or cloud-based)
• Koha web-based interface access (OPAC and staff interface)

2.2 Initial Configuration

• Setting up the Koha administration interface
• Configuring library details (library name, address, contact info)
• Setting up library branches and locations
• Configuring staff user roles and permissions
• Configuring OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)

Module 3: Cataloging in Koha

3.1 Introduction to Cataloging

3.2 Creating and Managing Bibliographic Records

• Adding new bibliographic records
• Editing, deleting, and updating bibliographic records
• Understanding and working with MARC fields and subfields

3.3 Item Records and Barcode Management

• Adding item records to bibliographic entries (items, copy records)
• Barcode generation and scanning
• Tracking item status (available, checked-out, reserved, etc.)
• Managing serials and subscriptions

3.4 Advanced Cataloging

• Using authorities (authorities control, subject headings)
• Managing cataloging templates
• Cataloging with local fields

Module 4: Circulation Management

4.1 Circulation Overview

• Introduction to circulation and Koha's circulation system
• Setting up circulation rules (loan periods, overdue fees, etc.)
• Configuring patron types and user profiles

4.2 Issue and Return Process

• Issuing items to patrons
• Returning items and handling overdue fines
• Managing renewals and holds

4.3 Holds, Reservations, and Recalls

• Placing holds on items
• Notifying patrons about holds and overdue items

4.4 Inventory and Stocktaking

• Running an inventory in Koha
• Using Koha's stocktaking features
• Reconciliation and reporting on inventory discrepancies

Module 5: Koha OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)

5.1 OPAC Overview

• Features and functionality of OPAC
• Searching and browsing the catalog in OPAC
• Managing OPAC settings (look and feel, search options)

5.2 Patron Self-Service Features

• Allowing patrons to place holds, view checked-out items, and renew materials
• Patron registration and login
• Managing user preferences and account information

5.3 Customizing OPAC

• Customizing the OPAC interface (themes, logos, layouts)
• Adding custom banners and promotional content

Module 6: Reports and Data Management

6.1 Overview of Koha Reporting System

• Koha’s reporting tools and available templates
• Generating and exporting standard reports
• Using Koha's query builder for custom reports

6.2 Commonly Used Reports

6.3 Data Export and Import

• Importing bibliographic and item records (MARC, CSV)
• Exporting data from Koha to various formats
• Backup and restore processes

Module 7: Managing Patrons

7.1 Patron Registration and Management

• Creating new patron records
• Editing and deleting patron accounts
• Setting patron types and permissions

7.2 Patron Circulation

• Managing patron checkouts and returns
• Renewing items and placing holds for patrons
• Overdue fees, fines, and waivers

7.3 Patron Self-Service

• Enabling and managing patron access to OPAC for self-service
• Managing holds, renewals, and notifications
• Resetting passwords and maintaining patron security

Module 8: System Administration

8.1 Administering Koha System

• Koha system preferences and settings
• System backups and restores
• Server maintenance and upgrading Koha

8.2 User Permissions and Roles

• Managing staff permissions and roles
• Setting up user-defined roles and permissions

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Please feel free to contact us for any queries.

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(A Leading Library Automation Company in India)

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