AI for Library Instruction

$250.00

Dates: July 7 - August 3

Credits: 1.5 CEUs or 15 PDHs

As more libraries embrace the inevitability of generative artificial intelligence (AI), library instruction must adapt or be left behind. This session is designed for people who are new or uncertain about embracing AI. This course will gently guide you showing you how AI can enhance library instruction without overwhelming your current practices. You’ll learn how AI can assist in improving information literacy, and create more engaging learning experiences for your patrons. Join us to explore these new tools, and discover how AI can be a helpful ally in your library work.

Session Objectives:
1. Gain a foundational understanding of generative AI and how it can complement existing library instruction methods.
2. Discuss strategies for integrating AI into library instruction responsibly, with a focus on user privacy and data protection.
3. Create a lesson activity that integrates aspects of generative artificial intelligence (e.g. prompt literacy) into your library instruction activities.

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Session

Credits

1.5 CEUs or 15 PDHs

Registration dates

We accept registrations through the first week of classes, unless enrollment is full, and unless the class was canceled before it started due to low enrollment.

Course Description

As more libraries embrace the inevitability of generative artificial intelligence (AI), library instruction must adapt or be left behind. This session is designed for people who are new or uncertain about embracing AI. This course will gently guide you showing you how AI can enhance library instruction without overwhelming your current practices. You’ll learn how AI can assist in improving information literacy, and create more engaging learning experiences for your patrons. Join us to explore these new tools, and discover how AI can be a helpful ally in your library work.

Session Objectives:
1. Gain a foundational understanding of generative AI and how it can complement existing library instruction methods.
2. Discuss strategies for integrating AI into library instruction responsibly, with a focus on user privacy and data protection.
3. Create a lesson activity that integrates aspects of generative artificial intelligence (e.g. prompt literacy) into your library instruction activities.

Logan Rath

Logan RathLogan Rath is a full rank Librarian at SUNY Brockport where he focuses on instruction and student research support. He is a 2016 recipient of the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Librarianship for his efforts in many different areas of librarianship including technology, interlibrary loan, research consultations, and instruction. Logan has a PhD at in Curriculum, Instruction, & the Science of Learning at the University at Buffalo, SUNY. His current research interests include the intersection of information literacy and literacy as a social practice, effective library instruction, and effective integration of technology into collegiate learning.

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Special Session

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