ACRL AI Competencies for Library Workers Task Force

Charge

To develop a set of comprehensive AI competencies for library workers that align with the evolving needs of academic libraries in the context of AI integration.

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Resources

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Composition

  • 1 Chair
  • 8-10 members: A diverse group of library professionals, individuals who possess specialized knowledge and skills in the field of Artificial Intelligence, and academic stakeholders preferred.
  • 1 ACRL Board of Directors Liaison
  • 1 ACRL Staff Liaison
  • Additional member appointments at the discretion of the Vice-President/President-Elect.

Tasks

  1. Identify and analyze the specific needs and roles of library workers in relation to AI.
  2. Review existing ACRL standards and frameworks for AI relevance and integration.
  3. Engage with various stakeholders to gather insights and feedback.
  4. Develop a set of essential AI competencies for library professionals as needed.
  5. Provide recommendations to the board on the implementation and dissemination of the developed competencies across the profession.

Timeline

  • Date interim report is due: 6 months from task force establishment. (TF established March 2024; interim report will be due at the 2024 ACRL Fall Board Virtual Meeting.)
  • Date final report is due: 12 months from task force establishment. (TF established March 2024; final report will be due at the 2025 ACRL Spring Board Virtual Meeting.)

 

Origin

The establishment of the ACRL AI Competencies for Library Workers Task Force was approved by the ACRL Board of Directors in March 2024.

 

Staff Liaison

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