Jean Darnell: Awaken Librarian

Long time, no see, friends! I know I've gone almost MIA. Trust that it is for good reason: my health. I will elaborate more at a later point in time. However, I had to break my silence to discuss the latest in my quest for a healthy relationship with artificial intelligence...speaking of which, we have moved from the novel and entertaining aspects of generative AI (i.e. "young childhood" stage, if you will) to the covert, scheming perspective (i.e. "rebellious teenage" stage). Before I get into the evidence, comprehension of these terms are required: Digital Appropriation: revamping/repurposing existing digital data to serve the purpose of new content, the transformation of existing artistry or likeness of visual graphics and/or manipulating photos to produce an altered representation; engaging in cultural appropriation online. Covert Scheming Intelligence (CSI): deliberately hiding or withholding data to maintain a positive outcome; intentionally under...

Well, well, well...it seems my friends in Canada appreciate me. 😂 In all seriousness though, THANK YOU to the Mitch and Leslie Frazer School of Education for Ontario Tech University for the opportunity to present to their faculty and students via their AI in Education Conference last night. It was a wonderful opportunity to engage the viewing audience on how I incorporated "investigative journalism" into understanding and creating AI policies. In case you missed the opportunity, here's a video recap: And because I love my viewing audience, here's a copy of my slides presentation: P.S. If you enjoyed this video, then please reach out to me via email or my LinkTree information in the upper left corner, just below my picture. You'll also find my prices for consultant work . I'd be happy to coach your campus or staff on incorporating AI into your educational systems. I'm ready to share the knowledge and my expertise at making learning fun and ...

Hey y'all! If you were at today's District 3 PD for central Texas librarians, then here's the presentation I used for my portion of the 10:45 session with Dr. Elizabeth Gross and Mr. Henry Stokes: AI in Library Ecosystem by Jean Darnell For the whole presentation along with Henry and Elizabeth, then please view it here: Evidence from social media of the excitement from our District 3 PD: Great insights from speakers today at District 3 fall meeting at @AustinPublicLib pic.twitter.com/06Gpn2rsBy — Texas Library Assn. (@TXLA) November 30, 2023 Getting ready for a great day at the District 3 Fall Meeting! At @AustinPublicLib downtown pic.twitter.com/RbDrAHU31w — Texas Library Assn. (@TXLA) November 30, 2023 Here's a bonus find for my viewers, THE 5 BIG IDEAS FOR AI from ISTE Guide on Ethics and AI: