BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID://NEOL//381610 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260502T105309 VTIMEZONE:America/New_York DTSTART:20240307T190000Z DTEND:20240307T200000Z UID:381610 SUMMARY:If I Hear the Letters "AI" One More Time… LOCATION:Online via Zoom DESCRIPTION:If I Hear the Letters "AI" One More Time…\n\n03/07/24 02:00 PM EST\n - 03/07/24 03:00 PM EST\Description:\nAs gateways to knowledge, libraries have a pivotal role to play in facilitating the safe use of AI. So, gear up for a lively and interactive discussion. Join CML staff, Michaela Herrick and Justin Bumbico, as they delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Bing Chat for Enterprise within the context of public libraries. Amidst continuous media attention and daily technological changes, CML proactively formed a cross-departmental AI task force to monitor advancements and its impact on libraries. During this session, we’ll explore our findings, focusing on their relevance to library customers and staff. This session will discuss the benefits of AI technology for libraries and underscore the associated challenges and evolution of best practices.\n\nThis session will provide a pragmatic understanding of AI’s role, applications, and challenges, regardless of library size or budget. You will gain a better understanding of how every library can benefit from these advancements and how to safeguard against biases and inaccuracies, a vital consideration for all institutions.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\n Learn public library applications of Generative AI.\n Gain an understanding of cautions and concerns when deciding on how to use AI in your library.\n Gather resources for education, implementation, and usage of Generative AI technology.\n\nPresenters:\n\nJustin Bumbico serves as the Director of Information Technology at the Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML). In his position, he leads all aspects of CML’s technology operations, including Data Analytics. With over 20 years of experience in the technology field, Justin is focused on delivering reliable, secure, and cost-effective technological solutions.\n\n\n\nMichaela Herrick is a Data and Applications Analyst for the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Past work in social science research from interviewing to data mining informs the way she thinks about library usership and customer encounters. She has a passion for improving processes, understanding library customers, and providing the best library experience by leveraging new and existing data sources. Her passion for data science and libraries has fueled her goal of helping to bridge the gap between analytics and libraries.\n\n \Details:\nWho Should Attend:  Anyone interested in learning more about AI\nCompetency: Innovation\n\nNon-Member Cost:      $40\nNEO-RLS Bronze Member Cost:  $24\nNEO-RLS Silver Member Cost:   FREE\nNEO-RLS Gold Member Cost:    FREE\nNEO-RLS Individual Member Cost:  $20\n\nCan't attend on the date or time listed? Sign up anyway! All of our webinars include archive access for later viewing at your convenience.\n\nIt’s never too late to save your library money. NEO-RLS Memberships are pro-rated! Call us today to join.\Location:\nOnline via Zoom\n\n, X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:If I Hear the Letters "AI" One More Time…

03/07/24 02:00 PM EST - 03/07/24 03:00 PM EST
Description:
As gateways to knowledge, libraries have a pivotal role to play in facilitating the safe use of AI. So, gear up for a lively and interactive discussion. Join CML staff, Michaela Herrick and Justin Bumbico, as they delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Bing Chat for Enterprise within the context of public libraries. Amidst continuous media attention and daily technological changes, CML proactively formed a cross-departmental AI task force to monitor advancements and its impact on libraries. During this session, we’ll explore our findings, focusing on their relevance to library customers and staff. This session will discuss the benefits of AI technology for libraries and underscore the associated challenges and evolution of best practices.

This session will provide a pragmatic understanding of AI’s role, applications, and challenges, regardless of library size or budget. You will gain a better understanding of how every library can benefit from these advancements and how to safeguard against biases and inaccuracies, a vital consideration for all institutions.

Learning Objectives: Presenters:

Justin Bumbico serves as the Director of Information Technology at the Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML). In his position, he leads all aspects of CML’s technology operations, including Data Analytics. With over 20 years of experience in the technology field, Justin is focused on delivering reliable, secure, and cost-effective technological solutions.



Michaela Herrick is a Data and Applications Analyst for the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Past work in social science research from interviewing to data mining informs the way she thinks about library usership and customer encounters. She has a passion for improving processes, understanding library customers, and providing the best library experience by leveraging new and existing data sources. Her passion for data science and libraries has fueled her goal of helping to bridge the gap between analytics and libraries.

 
Details:
Who Should Attend:  Anyone interested in learning more about AI
Competency: Innovation

Non-Member Cost:      $40
NEO-RLS Bronze Member Cost:  $24
NEO-RLS Silver Member Cost:   FREE
NEO-RLS Gold Member Cost:    FREE
NEO-RLS Individual Member Cost:  $20

Can't attend on the date or time listed? Sign up anyway! All of our webinars include archive access for later viewing at your convenience.

It’s never too late to save your library money. NEO-RLS Memberships are pro-rated! Call us today to join.
Location:
Online via Zoom

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