How to Insert "States of India" in Google Form - some tips

Constitution Day of India is celebrated every year on 26th November. The primary aim of the celebration is to create awareness amongst the Indian citizens about the Constitution and its special features, particularly Fundamental Duties, as enshrined in the Constitution.

Let's say, now you wish to prepare a MCQ Quiz on the Constitution Day of India. Including the names of all the states of India in the Quiz to understand the reach of participation may seem a bit tedious task. But it is easy....read on!

To insert states in India in Google Forms, follow these steps:

1. Create a new Google Form.

2. Click on the "Add question" button.

3. Select the "Dropdown" question type.

4. Enter the question text, such as "Select your state."

5. Click on the "Options" tab.

6. Enter the list of states in India, one per line.

7. Click on the "Save" button.

8. Repeat steps 2-7 for each state you want to add.

Here is an example of how to insert states in India in Google Forms:

Question text: Select your state.

Options:

• Andhra Pradesh
• Arunachal Pradesh
• Assam
• Bihar
• Chhattisgarh
• Dadra and Nagar Haveli
• Daman and Diu
• Delhi
• Goa
• Gujarat
• Haryana
• Himachal Pradesh
• Jammu and Kashmir
• Jharkhand
• Karnataka
• Kerala
• Lakshadweep
• Madhya Pradesh
• Maharashtra
• Manipur
• Meghalaya
• Mizoram
• Nagaland
• Odisha
• Puducherry
• Punjab
• Rajasthan
• Sikkim
• Tamil Nadu
• Telangana
• Tripura
• Uttar Pradesh
• Uttrakhand
• West Bengal

Once you have added all of the states, you can click on the "Preview" button to see how your form will look. You can then make any changes you need before clicking on the "Done" button to save your form.

Application of Google Bard in Libraries - Few Pointers

Google Bard, a large language model (LLM) from Google AI, can be used in various ways to enhance library services. Here are some potential applications:

1. Knowledge Management and Reference: Bard can provide comprehensive and informative answers to patrons' questions, even if they are open-ended, challenging, or strange. It can access and process vast amounts of information from the internet, including academic databases, encyclopedias, and news sources. This can help librarians better assist patrons with research and information seeking.

2. Personalized Recommendations: Bard can analyze user data and preferences to provide personalized recommendations for books, articles, movies, and other resources. This can help patrons discover new and relevant content that aligns with their interests.

3. Content Creation and Translation: Bard can generate creative content, such as poems, scripts, musical pieces, email, and letters. It can also translate languages, which can be particularly useful for libraries with multilingual patrons or diverse collections.

4. Virtual Assistant and Chatbot: Bard can be integrated into virtual assistant technology or chatbots to provide 24/7 library support. This can help patrons access information and services even when libraries are closed or staff are unavailable.

5. Interactive Learning and Education: Bard can be used to create interactive learning experiences, such as quizzes, simulations, and educational games. This can enhance library-based programs and activities, especially for children and teens.

6. Accessibility Support: Bard can transcribe audio and video content, making it accessible to patrons with disabilities. It can also provide real-time translations for patrons who are hearing or visually impaired.

7. Community Engagement and Outreach: Bard can be used to engage with library patrons on social media and other online platforms. It can respond to comments, answer questions, and share interesting content. This can help libraries build stronger relationships with their communities and promote their services.

8. Research Assistance and Data Analysis: Bard can help librarians analyze research data and identify trends. This can be used to improve library services, develop new programs, and allocate resources more effectively.

9. Content Curation and Summarization: Bard can curate and summarize information from various sources, making it easier for patrons to digest large amounts of text or data. This can be particularly helpful for research papers, legal documents, or technical reports.

10. Virtual Tours and 3D Modeling: Bard can generate virtual tours of libraries, archives, and museum collections. It can also create 3D models of historical artifacts or architectural features, offering patrons immersive experiences.

Online Lecture on "Restoration of Rajabai Tower and Library"

University of Mumbai is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Online Lecture on "Restoration of Rajabai Tower and Library"
Time: Nov 23, 2023 11:00 AM India

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89338448448?pwd=5tiH2HhAfjp94xLD6iYooObIfRBDbY.1

Meeting ID: 893 3844 8448
Passcode: 739227

Great Read - Voices of the Searchers: Have You Chatted with Your Documents Lately?

While being able to have a dynamic interaction with a document could be a real time-saver, a cataloging librarian recently pointed out a library-specific use for these tools. She described a special collection of reports in her library that had not been adequately cataloged and wondered whether she could use a generative AI tool to create cataloging records for the material. 

Read the full article at:

https://www.infotoday.com/cilmag/nov23/Bates--Have-You-Chatted-With-Your-Documents-Lately.shtml

SWAYAM course ‘Introduction to Intellectual Property’ for January 2024

Enrolment for the SWAYAM course ‘Introduction to Intellectual Property’ for January 2024 semester is open now. The course will start from 29 January 2024.

It is a 12-week course developed by best-in-field instructors and comprises of workshops, tutorials, weekly assignments, quizzes and mini-project. Learner may also take a proctored exam at the end of the course in case he/ she wishes to earn academic credits (3- Credits) for it.

Enrolment will be open till 28 February. Registration is Free. Interested learners may sign-up earliest to enrol for this course at https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/aic24_ge17/preview

Introductory video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNSbZGeSwjs&t=13s

Who can register:

Students (pursuing/ completed graduation, post-graduation, 12^th), Teachers, Faculty, Engineers, Researchers, Professors, Academic coordinators, Principal, Vice-Principals of Schools, Start-up Founders, Incubation Managers, PhD Scholars, IP professionals, lawyers and anyone who wants to understand Intellectual property and its real-life aspects.

Highlights of the course:

1. Learn Basics of Patent, Trademark, Copyright, Industrial Design, and other IPRs
2. Understand practical aspects through case studies on various IPRs
3. Learn from the best-in-field experts
4. Monitor your progress through weekly assignments
5. Earn Academic Credits through Proctored Exam (optional)

Enclosed is a banner with a registration QR code. Please circulate it to your colleagues/ students, so that maximum number of learners get benefit from it.

For any technical support related to registration, completion certificate, etc., write at aicteswayam@aicte-india.org or call at 011 2958 1202

PFA: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HzxMW40Ed6Te1yqOcdullTz5KS8aRI7t/view?usp=sharing