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Center for Digital Research & Scholarship Distinguished Lecture Series

AI Literacy in Libraries: A Roadmap for the Future

A PRESENTATION BY Dr. Leo Lo

Dean and Professor of the College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences at the University of New Mexico

leolo@unm.edu

Libraries are at the forefront of digital transformation, uniquely positioned to bridge the AI literacy gap for their staff, patrons, and communities. In this lecture, Dr. Leo Lo will present findings from two national surveys on AI literacy among library professionals and quick polls of ARL directors, uncovering critical insights into AI adoption, barriers, and opportunities in libraries of varying resources.
Drawing from these findings, Dr. Lo will introduce an AI Literacy Framework built on five components: Technical Knowledge, Ethical Awareness, Critical Thinking, Practical Skills, and Societal Impact. The presentation will outline actionable strategies for libraries to overcome barriers to AI adoption, develop scalable AI literacy programs, and prepare their communities for an AI-driven future. Attendees will leave with a roadmap for integrating AI literacy into library services and inspiring institutional change.

Dr. Leo Lo is the Dean and Professor of the College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences at the University of New Mexico. A recognized leader in AI literacy and workforce development, Dr. Lo focuses on empowering library and higher education professionals through innovative training programs. As President of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL), he spearheaded a national task force to develop comprehensive AI competencies. Dr. Lo studied Artificial Intelligence at the University of Oxford and holds a doctorate in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania, along with an MS in Information Studies from Florida State University.

Dr. Leo Lo     


If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, welcome! Please email ylchen@vt.edu at least 10 days prior to the event. 

Date:
Friday, February 14, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:15am
Audience:
    Advanced       Alumni       Beginners       Faculty/Staff       Graduate Students       Postdoc       Public       Undergraduates  
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