As AI reshapes academia, libraries are crucial in fostering responsible AI adoption. The AI Literacy Microcourse, developed by Clarivate in partnership with Choice and ACRL, is designed to enhance AI literacy among librarians. This free, self-paced course comprises eight weeks of modules that align with the ACRL AI Literacy Framework, and has attracted over 8,000 participants since its summer launch.
Discussions within the academic library community highlighted ten key themes:
- Leadership in AI Literacy: Libraries can guide ethical AI use.
- Policy Gaps: Need for clear institutional AI guidelines.
- Ethics: Importance of teaching responsible AI use.
- Training: Demand for workshops and materials on AI tools.
- Collaboration: Cross-campus partnerships are vital.
- Verification: Emphasis on checking AI-generated content.
- Evaluation: Criteria for assessing AI tools focus on transparency and usability.
- Barriers: Budget and staffing limitations hinder progress.
- Quick Wins: Small, actionable improvements can be made.
- Future Outlook: Mixed feelings about AI’s role and its implications.
Librarians seek clarity, training, and institutional support to lead in AI integration. Enroll in the AI Literacy Essentials for Academic Libraries Microcourse today.
