CALA AP Chapter’s First Webinar 2024: Session 2

Session 2: Exploring the Impact of Generative AI and ChatGPT-like Technologies on Future Libraries

Date: June 17th, 2024

Time: 9:00-10:00 AM Beijing Time

Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdO6qqj0iGtZIR6hB1HRD4wvN4KK-iji2

Language: English

In this session, two librarians, Dr. Raymond Pun and Ms. Laurie Bridgesis will share how generative artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT are disrupting and innovating library services. How should librarians think about the roles of library instruction, research services, and information literacy when it comes to generative artificial intelligence? What are some opportunities and challenges in teaching and utilizing generative AI tools in library services? This presentation will explore these questions and learning resources for librarians to consider.

Dr. Raymond Pun is the academic and research librarian at the Alder Graduate School of Education, a teacher residency program in California, where he supports library services by engaging with residents and teacher educators. Ray holds a Doctorate in Education from Fresno State, a Master of Library Science from the City University of New York – Queens College, a Master of Arts in East Asian Studies, and a Bachelor of Arts in History from St. John’s University. He just won 2025-2026 ALA presidency.

Ms. Laurie Bridges is an instruction and digital initiatives librarian at Oregon State University, where she supports library outreach by providing instruction and support to faculty and students about learning technologies such as generative AI. Laurie holds a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Washington, a Master of Science in College Student Services Administration from Oregon State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Education in English from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with industry experts and fellow professionals from around the world! Bring your questions and be part of a dynamic discussion that promises to inspire and inform.