Literacy Forum:

Integrating AI Tools in Education and Libraries: Ethical and Effective Approaches

DATE:

January 22, 2025

TIME:

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Format: Virtual

Target Audience: Current and prospective librarians

Cost: Free for any educators to attend

Replay: Anyone who signs up will receive access to the replay

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on YouTube

Event Description:

Discover how AI tools can transform education and library services while upholding ethical standards. This webinar offers practical insights into integrating AI-powered technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and library management. Explore responsible practices that balance innovation with privacy, accessibility, and equity.

We’ll explore strategies to:

Enhance Learning Experiences: Use AI tools for personalized learning, research assistance, and curriculum development.

Foster Digital Literacy: Teach students and patrons how to navigate and evaluate AI-driven technologies.

Address Ethical Considerations: Ensure responsible use of AI, focusing on data privacy, algorithmic fairness, and equitable access.

Join us for a dynamic session with actionable tips and thoughtful discussions on leveraging AI to build smarter, more inclusive learning environments. Together, let’s shape the future of education and library services through responsible AI integration.

This event is presented by Todd Burleson. Todd Burleson is an award-winning school librarian, educator, and author with over 32 years of experience in transforming library spaces into hubs of innovation and creativity. Honored as the 2016 School Librarian of the Year by School Library Journal, he is best known for his work at the Hubbard Woods School, where he established the IDEA Lab—a groundbreaking space for project-based learning in STEAM disciplines. Currently serving at the Skokie School in Winnetka, Illinois, Todd continues to inspire students and educators by integrating technology and fostering a lifelong love of reading. A sought-after international speaker, he is celebrated for his passion for exploration, discovery, and empowering learners to think creatively and critically.

Moderator:

Todd Burleson
Librarian Specialist | Book an Author

With Special Guests:

About Literacy Forum:

Literacy Forum by Book an Author is a thought leadership series for educators, librarians, and PTO leaders.

Literacy Forum brings together literacy experts, educators, and librarians for in-depth discussions on the latest trends and challenges in education. Each session features thought leaders sharing insights on topics like equitable access to reading materials, innovative teaching methods, and fostering a culture of lifelong learning. The series aims to empower educators and librarians with practical strategies to enhance literacy engagement in their communities.