EDITOR'S NOTES
Technology Education in Academic Libraries
by Brandi Scardilli
This issue offers the perspectives of four writers who want to make engaging with technology easier for students and faculty members at academic institutions. Although this edition of CIL focuses on higher education, info pros of all types can benefit from reading about these novel approaches. Technical certifications, file management teaching techniques, tips for creating an AI literacy curriculum, and a glimpse into the state of accessing digital content in a developing country are all topics that show how info pros are finding new ways to prove their value. Thomas Waters (Georgia Institute of Technology) advocates for librarians to earn technology credentials to give them the skills to help bridge the gap between their patron-facing roles and the library’s IT personnel. Michael Standard (University of Tennessee–Chattanooga) describes his experience teaching file management concepts and best practices for Windows and Mac computers. The addition of cloud storage as an option complicates matters. Robert Berkman (author and internet research expert) shares how librarians can leverage their information literacy expertise to lead AI literacy efforts, especially through the creation of new library-led courses. Dariush Alimohammadi (Tashkent University of Information Technologies) explores how his country, Uzbekistan, has faced challenges in gaining sufficient access to essential academic databases and presents a collaborative solution.
Sincerely,
Brandi Scardilli,
Editor in Chief
bscardilli@infotoday.com
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