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SUMMARY:Activating AI Education and Algorithmic Literacy at Toronto Public Library (ALA Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Library System is pleased to announce that we 
 have contracted with ALA to provide our members with access to their live 
 webinars.  These webinars are free to MLS members who register through our 
 calendar.  Please do not register directly with ALA. Members who register 
 directly with ALA are responsible for paying their registration fee. 
 \n\nPlease help us keep MLS sponsored training free for all members. If you 
 are unable to attend the live webinar\, please cancel your registration. A 
 cancellation link can be found in your confirmation email\, or you may 
 contact Sarah Donnelly at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org to cancel. 
 \n\n\nDescription\n\nA webinar exploring how Toronto Public Library is 
 fostering digital literacy in emerging technologies. This session will 
 showcase efforts to empower individuals within both local and global 
 communities by building knowledge\, expanding resources\, and equipping 
 people with essential skills to navigate the digital world safely. By 
 enhancing digital literacy\, the program helps participants think 
 critically about information\, recognize misinformation and 
 disinformation\, and understand algorithmic biases.\n\n\n\nLearning 
 Outcomes\n\nThe webinar will cover:\n\n\n	Innovative programming and 
 impactful partnerships\n	Staff training initiatives\n	Key lessons\, 
 successes\, and measurable impacts\n	Advocacy efforts in the digital 
 literacy space\n	Highlights from Toronto Public Library "Introduction to 
 Artificial Intelligence" program\n\n\n\n\nPresenter\n\nFiona O'Connor\, 
 Senior Services Specialist\, Digital Literacy Initiatives\, Toronto Public 
 Library\n\n\n\nAccessibility Information\n\nIf you have questions or 
 requests regarding accessibility\, contact ce@ala.org or at 312-280-5100.
LOCATION:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Learning Services":MAILTO:learn@masslibsystem.org
CATEGORIES:Vendor Webinar - ALA
CONTACT;CN="Learning Services":MAILTO:learn@masslibsystem.org
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