This year’s networking event focuses on STEAM programs for schools, libraries, and other community venues. It highlights tools, techniques, and lots of ideas for supporting hands-on practices to excite our learning communities. Keerthi Vijay, STEAM for Libraries Co-Founder, Team STEAM, and freshman at NYU Stern, and Amanda Sweet, technology innovation librarian, Nebraska Library Commission, join […]
What is it going to take moving into the future with the speed of change with respect to many things, but especially technology? This discussion considers many aspects and helps to frame the future for libraries as they develop skills and plans to move ahead successfully in their communities.https://computersinlibraries.infotoday.com/2024/program.aspx#16572
Get ready for an electrifying session that takes the classic TV game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? to a whole new level! In this exciting twist, we’ll explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence and pit our wits against the power of machine learning. Join us as we embark on an adventure where human […]
Memory care is becoming a huge topic in libraries around the world. How do we support seniors and their caregivers affected by conditions such as Alzheimer's or dementia? This session explores tools, tips, and program ideas to enable your library to include these groups and empower them to use the library in a safe and […]
Learn how capturing and documenting events in XR can deliver a new dimension to storytelling. From immersive 360 video to 3D environments. XR and the Metaverse bring history to life allowing the learner to experience it as if they were there.https://computersinlibraries.infotoday.com/2024/program.aspx#16525
https://planfl.org/event/techday2024/Join an immersive experience and explore the latest trends and applications in technology in libraries. PLAN Tech Day includes interactive breakout sessions and a chance to use new and popular technologies. PLAN Tech Day will focus on collaboration, learning, and innovation. Attendees will get:A deeper understanding of current and future technologiesProgramming ideas for users of all […]
https://librarylinknj.org/calendar/techsummit2024Join us for an empowering Tech Summit for NJ library staff, scheduled for May 9, 2024, at the SHI facility in Somerset County. This day-long event will feature a keynote presentation on Strategic Insights: Navigating Library Technology Trends and a series of targeted breakout sessions, all aimed at exploring the latest in library technology. Our goal is […]
https://2024annualconferenceexpo.sched.com/event/1e0Wc/keynote-address-uncharted-together-navigating-ais-new-frontiers-in-librariesJourney into the heart of innovation where the collaborative spirit between information professionals, technologists, and researchers illuminates the path forward through AI's uncharted territories. This opening keynote celebrates the unique potential of special libraries to spearhead AI-driven transformations. Join Brian Pichman as we saddle up to ride into the history of Artificial Intelligence, how its […]
https://2024annualconferenceexpo.sched.com/event/1e69W/closing-keynote-charting-our-course-information-professionals-as-ai-navigators As we reflect on our collaborative journey into the discussions at SLA, this closing session focuses on how special libraries can collectively shape an inclusive, innovative future. Join Brian Pichman again as we finish our map of the AI frontier for building partnerships and interdisciplinary teams to drive projects that align with the specialized […]
Journey into the heart of innovation where the collaborative spirit between information professionals, technologists, and researchers illuminates the path forward through AI’s uncharted territories. Join Brian Pichman as we explore the the history of Artificial Intelligence, how its evolved over the years, and how its transforming today’s frontiers. We will explore a variety of tools and strategies […]
Room 159Presenter: Brian Pichman, Evolve ProjectJoin Brian Pichman, Director of Strategic Innovation at Evolve Project, for an insightful presentation about the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). This session will explore the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of consumer electronics that was unveiled at CES. Brian will share his thoughts on the latest trends, innovations, and their implications […]
AI is no longer just a futuristic concept—it is actively shaping how we access, manage, and interact with information. Libraries, as community anchors and knowledge hubs, are uniquely positioned to harness AI to improve services, enhance discovery, and engage with their communities in new and dynamic ways. Together, we will explore the evolving role of […]