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Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI for Media & Journalism: Libraries and AI

How Are Libraries Interacting with AI?

Librarians and AI are increasingly intertwined in the educational landscape. Here are some key aspects of their relationship:

Supporting Research and Learning: AI tools can assist students and researchers by providing advanced search capabilities, recommending relevant resources, and even helping with data analysis.
Promoting Digital Literacy: Librarians play a crucial role in teaching students and faculty how to use AI tools effectively and ethically. This includes understanding AI’s capabilities and limitations, as well as addressing concerns about privacy and misinformation.
Developing Educational Resources: Libraries can create and provide access to educational materials that help users understand and leverage AI technologies. This includes workshops, tutorials, and online resources.
Ethical Considerations: Librarians are also involved in discussions about the ethical use of AI in education. They help ensure that AI applications are used responsibly and that issues such as bias and data privacy are addressed.

The collaboration between librarians and AI in education aims to enhance learning experiences, improve access to information, and foster a deeper understanding of emerging technologies. (Text generated by Microsoft Copilot).

AI Guides and Resources from Other Libraries

A Framework for AI Literacy in Libraries, Library 2.0, Paul R. Pival, Research Librarian – Data Analytics, University of Calgary

Librarians Leading the Way to AI Integration, Wyoming State Library

Research Focused Generative AI Tools, Library 2.0, Breanne Kirsch, University Librarian, Briar Cliff University

Alternatives to Generative AI for Library Research, Library 2.0, Allison Faix & Samantha Duncan, Coastal Carolina University

Using AI for Teaching & Information Literacy, Library 2.0, Claire Nickerson, Learning Initiatives and Open Educational Resources Libraria, Fort Hays State University, Forsyth Library & Heather VanDyne, Online Learning Librarian

The Intersection of Libraries and AI

5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is (Quietly) Changing Libraries
Librarians can help patrons recognize AI’s limitations and think critically about the information they encounter. AI is making libraries more efficient, interactive, and educational, while also presenting opportunities for librarians to teach critical thinking and adapt to new technologies.
7 Ways Artificial Intelligence is Changing Libraries
AI is reshaping how we access, process, and distribute information in academic and research libraries. AI is significantly changing the information landscape and the roles of librarians, requiring them to adapt to new technologies.
Academic LibGuides and More to Help Students and Instructors Navigate AI
The librarians interviewed for Library Journal's April 2024 feature on AI and academic libraries have written and posted a variety of papers, LibGuides, and other content to help instructors and students better understand and utilize AI tools such as ChatGPT.
AI in Academia
Academic librarians are helping students and instructors understand and navigate AI tools, with a notable increase in AI literacy and interest over the past year.
AI in Libraries
The University of Leeds aims to transform its libraries through AI and digital technologies, aligning with its “Knowledge for all” vision for 2030.
Algorithmic Literacy and the Role for Libraries
Libraries can play a crucial role in advancing algorithmic literacy by providing education and resources. They can help bridge the digital divide and ensure that people are not just users of algorithms but also understand their implications and applications.
Application of artificial intelligence in libraries and information centers services: prospects and challenges
This paper explores the use of AI in library services, highlighting its potential to transform library operations and addressing the current gaps in awareness and application.
ARL/CNI AI Scenarios: AI-Influenced Futures
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI) have chosen to apply scenario planning to imagine a future influenced by AI and to explore the range of uncertainty associated with AI in the research and knowledge ecosystem.
Artificial imaginings: ChatGPT envisions its future in academic libraries
ChatGPT can assist academic librarians by providing quick responses to queries, creating engaging tutorials, and improving accessibility for users with disabilities. There are concerns about biases in ChatGPT’s responses and the risk of it replacing human librarians. It’s important to use ChatGPT to supplement, not replace, human services.
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning (U.S. Department of Education)
This report from the U.S. Department of Education addresses the clear need for sharing knowledge and developing policies for AI. Recommendations in this report seek to engage teachers, educational leaders, policy makers, researchers, and educational technology innovators and providers as they work together on pressing policy issues that arise as AI is used in education.
Artificial Intelligence and the Research Paper: A Librarian’s Perspective
ChatGPT can mimic the style and structure of human language but struggles with the substance of academic writing. It often fabricates information, misinterprets sources, and produces contradictory or nonsensical responses. While current limitations exist, generative AI has the potential to enhance learning environments if used thoughtfully.
Can generative AI facilitate the research process? It’s complicated
Generative AI, like ChatGPT, can create various types of content and has potential roles in scholarly publishing, including research design, data collection, and writing. Issues include copyright violations, lack of transparency, and the need for guidelines on using AI in peer review. There is also a debate on the role of AI in open access research.
Catch up on LTI’s ChatGPT and Generative AI in the Library Coverage
A variety of librarians weigh in on ChatGPT and generative AI in the library.
ChatGPT: A Library Perspective
Since its release in November 2022, ChatGPT has sparked significant interest and questions about its role in libraries and universities. ChatGPT is one of many disruptive technologies. Librarians aim to guide users on how to use such tools effectively and ethically.
ChatGPT Generative AI Tools for Learning and Research
Generative AI, including ChatGPT, creates content like text, images, and code using deep learning models trained on vast datasets. ChatGPT and similar tools can generate essays, code, and more. However, issues like AI “hallucinations” (generating false information) can mislead users, as seen in legal and academic contexts. Libraries face challenges with AI-generated false citations, affecting research and academic integrity.
ChatGPT in Context
The rapidly changing nature of disruptive technologies like ChatGPT can cause confusion and even discomfort. This presentation addresses these concerns by evaluating the uses and capabilities of AI through the lens of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework.
Defining artificial intelligence for librarians
The paper aims to define AI for librarians by examining general definitions, analyzing technologies, identifying use cases, and reflecting on implications for the profession, including equality, diversity, and inclusion.
“Do We Need Librarians Now that We Have ChatGPT?"
AI and ChatGPT technology may change how users search for information and evaluate its credibility. Librarians are crucial in navigating the complexities of AI, combating misinformation, and enhancing information literacy.
Education in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI): Understanding the Potential Benefits of ChatGPT in Promoting Teaching and Learning
This is an exploratory study that synthesizes extant literature to offer some potential benefits and drawbacks of ChatGPT in promoting teaching and learning. The study offers recommendations on how ChatGPT could be leveraged to maximize teaching and learning.
Evaluating AI Literacy in Academic Libraries: A Survey Study with a Focus on U.S. Employees
This survey investigates AI literacy among academic library employees, predominantly in the United States. The results offer insights to guide professional development and policy formulation as libraries increasingly integrate AI into their services and operations.
The Future of Search Is Intelligent
AI tools, especially ChatGPT, are revolutionizing internet searches and many professional tasks, offering quick, conversational responses instead of traditional search results. While ChatGPT offers valuable suggestions and summaries, it cannot provide direct advice or current world information beyond its training data.
Generative AI and libraries: seven contexts
AI offers both benefits and challenges, such as trust issues with AI-generated content and legal debates over intellectual property. Libraries must balance the constructive and problematic aspects of AI, requiring a multi-dimensional approach.
Guest Post — The Efficacy of ChatGPT: Is it Time for the Librarians to Go Home?
The author tested ChatGPT’s responses on topics like racism in academic libraries. While the responses were clear and nuanced, the citations provided were often inaccurate or non-existent. The article suggests that training ChatGPT on academic literature could improve its citation accuracy. The author concludes that librarians remain essential for verifying information.
Librarians’ Guide to Answering Students’ Technical Questions about AI
A sampling of questions librarians might get about AI – and how to answer them.
My new favorite research partner is an AI
Traditionally, researchers collaborate with peers for direction and insight. The author explores the potential of AI, specifically ChatGPT, as a research collaborator. AI assistants like ChatGPT can revolutionize research by making it more efficient and collaborative. However, recognizing their limitations and ethical implications is essential. Librarians play a crucial role in supporting researchers and promoting best practices in AI use.
School Librarians Explore Possibilities of ChatGPT
While some educators worry about the implications for academic integrity, school librarians are curious about its potential uses in education.
A Tech Librarian Explains How to Build AI Literacy
AI literacy is crucial for librarians, especially those involved in user experience and emerging technologies. It helps them stay current and effectively integrate AI into their work. The article provides practical tips for using AI tools like ChatGPT, including how to write effective prompts and resources for beginners to develop AI literacy.
Tips and Trends: AI Developments and Resources for Academic Librarians
Students are early adopters of AI for tasks like writing and creating images. A 2023 report revealed that nearly half of higher education students use AI, while about 22% of faculty do. This usage is expected to grow. AI’s integration into student work raises academic integrity issues, prompting faculty to adjust course policies. Librarians can guide ethical AI adoption in universities.
Uncoding library chatbots: deploying a new virtual reference tool at the San Jose State University library
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of conversational agents, or chatbots, which use AI, machine learning, and natural language processing. Libraries have also embraced chatbots to enhance patron engagement, provide better information services, and understand patron behaviors. San Jose State University’s (SJSU) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library sought to use chatbots to assist students during off-hours. However, the high cost and technical requirements of commercial chatbot services pose challenges for libraries.
Using GPT on Library Collections
The author, working in libraries, explores how GPT can be used to build workflows that facilitate access and discovery of library resources. They emphasize using GPT to manipulate existing text rather than generating new content, to avoid inaccuracies. Potential applications include arranging text, summarizing, extracting metadata, and grouping similar texts for better searchability.
What to Read about ChatGPT
Choice360 has gathered some essential readings on ChatGPT to help begin the conversation surrounding generative AI tools.

Some summaries provided by Microsoft Copilot.