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The role of the Library constantly evolves and changes along with changing information needs. The growth and development of artificial intelligence tools have introduced unique and varied ways with which to interact with information, process information, collect information, and conduct research. These developments have also greatly changed the scope of Library instruction and information literacy needs.

The Future of Information Literacy: AI and Library Instruction is intended as a space where Library professionals can discuss the impact of recent developments in AI and related technologies on their work, on their instruction, and on the needs of their users. 

Featured Speakers: 

Keynote: The AI Advantage: How to Supercharge Your Academic Productivity with AI

Dr. Amina Yonis

Dr. Amina Yonis runs the fastest-growing AI and academia YouTube channel, boasting over 350k followers and 17 million views. Her content explores the intersection of technology, education, and personal growth. Her mission is to empower students and educators globally, bridging the gap between academic research and accessible learning through innovative digital platforms. With a PhD in Cancer and Cell Biology, Amina founded The Page Doctor in 2020, a platform that connects PhD researchers with students for academic support. The Page Doctor has served over 900,000 students worldwide through its mentorship programs, community, career support, and academic writing templates, while creating jobs for more than 100 PhD researchers. Dr. Amina has been featured in Nature, Vogue and The Guardian for her contributions to online education. She has also consulted and collaborated with Bard, Google, YouTube, Cactus Communications, Springer Nature as part of their AI product development.

Part 1: AI Literacy 

Empowering AI Literacy: Best Practices for Library Research Guides. Shatha Baydoun, Thilani Samarakoon, and Daniela Solomon, Case Western Reserve University.

Defining AI Literacy Through the Lens of the IL Framework. Rebecca Hastie, American University of Sharjah.

Cultivating AI literacy in the library through collaborative learning. Emily Nickerson et al, University of Victoria.

Unlocking AI: Privacy, Data Protection, and the Future of MENA Libraries. Amal Cavender, George Washington University Libraries.

Harnessing AI for Librarians: Practical Strategies for Instructional and Professional Development. Brianna Hughes, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Part 2: Exploring AI Tools 

Creating Online AI Literacy Modules for Use in Library Courses. Erin Burns, Texas Tech University.

Integrating Generative AI in Academic Library Makerspaces. Sayed Mahmoud. Zayed University.

When Information Literacy Meets AI: Using AI Tools to help Enhance and Accelerate the Research Process. Jamillah Scott-Branch and Paschalia Terzi, Georgetown University Qatar. 

Leveraging AI for Designing GIS Workshops: Lessons Learned and Future Directions. Jack Tieszen, George Mason University.

AI for research: equipping faculty with the right tools. Tatiana Usova, Carnegie Mellon University Qatar.

Register HERE. You will receive a Zoom link before the event. 

Questions? Contact Grace Adeneye at goa2592@nyu.edu and Amani Magid at am6087@nyu.edu.