Workshop Title: Smart Research with AI: Library & Beyond

In this hands-on workshop, learn how to enhance your research skills with cutting-edge AI tools. Explore new AI-powered features within library databases, as well as external tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, and Consensus. You'll gain practical experience using AI responsibly, evaluating sources critically, and integrating AI insights to strengthen your academic research.

Key Takeaways

• Understand how AI is built into library databases to improve search, topic discovery, and content relevance.
• Explore and compare AI-powered tools like ChatGPT, Consensus, Perplexity, and Elicit for academic use.
• Learn to spot the strengths and limitations of AI, including bias, misinformation, and questionable sources.
• Develop strategies for responsible AI use, including fact-checking, verifying information, and integrating scholarly sources.
• Use an AI tool to investigate a real research question and reflect on the outcomes.