Information Literacy in the AI Era: Navigating Digital Information with Critical Thought

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How is artificial intelligence reshaping information literacy in our digital landscape? In this moment of rapid change, professionals must re-examine their own information literacy skills as they prepare to teach and support patrons and students. Through real-world examples, attendees will enhance their critical thinking skills to navigate misinformation, recognize deepfakes, evaluate large language model outputs, and build personal verification protocols suitable for teaching information literacy in the AI era.

Learning Objectives

Explain information literacy in the AI era
Develop critical thinking skills tailored to the AI era
Evaluate AI outputs

Contact Hours: 2

Location: Online (Technical Requirements)

Registration Closes: July 7, 2025, 8:00 AM (Central)

If you require accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least two weeks prior with information on how we can help.

Instructor

Lauren Hays Adjunct Trainer

Lauren Hays, Ph.D., M.L.S., is an associate professor of instructional technology at the University of Central Missouri where she teaches classes on research and educational technology. Previously, she worked as an academic librarian at a small liberal arts college. She has presented and published widely on topics related to information and digital literacy. Her research interests include digital literacy, information literacy, and the scholarship of teaching and learning.

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Amigos Member (Live Class & Recording) ($0.00)
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Receive access to the recording after the live class has completed.
Non-member Fee ($180.00)
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