Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Academic Research and Library Services
Sylvester Ebhonu: Resource Person at LISCON Webinar 2024
As I sit down in this busy restaurant (8:45pm on Monday) with my laptop to prompt ChatGPT to assist me with writing this blog post, I can’t help but reflect on the paths that have led me to this moment. This weekend, Saturday 18th of May2024, marks not just another day on the calendar, but a significant milestone in my professional journey. I am both honored and excited to announce that I will be a facilitator at the prestigious LISCON Webinar, where I will lead a practical session on the Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Academic Research and Library Services.
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THE FUTURE OF LIBRARIES DEPENDS GREATLY ON THE CAPACITY OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS
THE FUTURE OF LIBRARIES DEPENDS GREATLY ON THE CAPACITY OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS – SI Ebhonu
There are many things I wish one day we would never have to hear again amongst Library and Information Professionals. For example:
‘𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒂 𝑳𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒇𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒓 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒔, 𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒉 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒍𝒍…’
These sentiments reflects the challenges some Librarians face – complexities of technology and inadequate.
But,
𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐋.𝐀.𝐌.𝐄 (𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲) 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐧.
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AN OVERVIEW OF THE L.A.M.E INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP
“As libraries seek to streamline their operations and adapt to the demands of the digital age, it has become evident that a significant number of librarians, including library students, do not have comprehensive knowledge or practical experience using Library Management Systems (LMS). It is against this backdrop that this International Workshop tagged: “Library Automation Made Easy (LAME) with ActiveShelf and Koha ILS” aims to bridge the gap by equipping participants with a foundational understanding of library automation and its potential to simplify and optimize library operations.
Through presentations, hands-on sessions, and panel discussions, participants will explore the role of Integrated Library Management Systems (ILS) such as ActiveShelf and Koha in modern library management.”
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
- Library and Information Science Students
- Library and Information Science Educators
- Librarians and Information Professionals
WHY YOU SHOULD REGISTER? https://www.thedigital-librarian.com/upcoming-events
- To develop a clearer understanding of automation, Integrated Library Management Systems (ILMS) and strategies for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the most suitable ILS solution for specific library needs and resources.
- To enhance efficiency in libraries, streamline workflows, and improve user experiences by gaining hands-on experience from industry experts in implementing cutting-edge solutions such as ‘ActiveShelf’ and ‘Koha’.
- Participation is FREE to allow librarians draw inspiration from different experiences and success stories shared during the workshop, as well as getting equipped with actionable strategies to drive positive change and innovation in libraries.
SCHEDULE: 8TH JUNE, 2024 | 7:00PM GMT +1 (NIGERIAN TIME)
SESSION 1 (PRESENTATION) – TOPIC: “WHAT EVERY LIBRARIAN MUST KNOW ABOUT AUTOMATION” with Mr. Patrick Agwu (Chairman, NLA IT Section)
SESSION 2 (PRESENTATION AND DEMONSTRATION) – TOPIC: “AUTOMATION MADE EASY WITH KOHA ILMS” with with Dr. N. Saraswathi (Public Librarian, India)
SESSION 3 (PRESENTATION AND HANDSON) – TOPIC: “AUTOMATION MADE EASY WITH ACTIVESHELF INTEGRATED LIBRARY SOLUTION” with Mr. Christian Ogbejie (Business Development Librarian, Libtech)
SESSION 4 (PANEL DISCUSSION) – TOPIC: “ILMS IMPLEMENTATION AND USAGE EXPERIENCES” with Dr. Ogochukwu Thaddeus Emiri (University Librarian, DSUST); Mr. Ayo Owojuyigbe (E-librarian YABATECH); Jeremiah Ugwulebor (Head, Medical Library, UNIPORT); Sunitha Ayesha & Sharon Ngobese (South Africa)
DELIVERABLES
- Hands-on experience with ILMS.
- Certificate of Achievement to Eligible Participants
- Recording of Sessions
Image Generated with ChatGPT 4 DALL-E – An “AI robot named ‘TheDL’, interacting with library users.”
ORGANISERS
- Sylvester I. Ebhonu (The Digital Librarian)
- Libtech, the leading library technology solutions company in Nigeria
- Delta State University of Science and Technology Library
- Nigerian Library Association, Information Technology Section
Let’s make library management easier, together. What do you think? #TheDL;
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