Artificial Intelligence (AI) has splashed into cultural awareness and usage, prompting librarians to question if and how to use AI in and for their libraries. This online course will focus on tangible ways to apply AI to your communication, programming, and workplace challenges. We will discuss the potential challenges regarding ethics and copyright, as well as the opportunities to engage new users and streamline your work.
Unleash AI's Potential in Your Library! Learn the new tools and techniques to apply AI to your communication, programming, and workplace challenges. This new course for librarians covers the potential challenges regarding ethics and copyright, as well as the opportunities to engage new users and streamline workflows. You’ll have a chance to get hands-on to play with commonly available tools and practice writing effective prompts. Half-day speaker program + three-week workshop starts in March. | After you attend this course, you’ll be able to: Understand the challenges and opportunities of using AI in your library Understand the fundamentals of AI and how to use a few of the commonly available tools Write effective prompts for generative AI use Create innovative programming or lesson plans using AI and about AI Analyze the ethical implications and safeguards for using AI Integrate AI in daily work tasks as a personal assistant, getting you started or even serving as a coach for difficult interactions Hurry! Register before January 9 to receive our Early Bird Rate! | Crystal Trice, PMP, CSM, and library consultant at Scissors and Glue, has over 20 years of experience in libraries, education, and local government. In her previous work as a library project coordinator, she managed projects spanning multiple libraries, led cross-functional teams, and ensured continuity of library operations. Crystal is a Certified Scrum Master and is also certified for Scrum at Scale in Government. She holds a Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology. | Request a discount for groups of 3 or more and work with your colleagues on a project for your library. Purchase 15 or more registrations and apply them across multiple courses. | Purchase packages of course tickets that you can allocate to your staff as needed and apply to our full roster of courses. | |