AI Literacy

AI Literacy at the School of Information Studies

Artificial intelligence is transforming how information is created, accessed, and used. The School of Information Studies at Purdue University supports AI literacy by preparing learners to engage with AI systems critically, ethically, and effectively.

This site highlights AI literacy efforts across both Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies, including courses, resources, faculty expertise, and events. Grounded in information literacy, these initiatives help students and educators develop practical strategies and a deeper understanding of AI’s role in information environments.

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When a library leads the lab: How Purdue Libraries is reimagining undergraduate research

Academic libraries are traditionally partners in undergraduate research, providing databases, instruction sessions, and research consultations. Purdue Libraries is doing something different. Since 2022, Purdue Libraries has served as the lead academic unit for the Purdue Undergraduate Research Experiences for Plant…

Recap: “AI Literacy & Higher Education—Where We Go from Here” lecture by Dr. Ben Lee, Assistant Professor in the Information School at the University of Washington

On March 25, Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies hosted Dr. Ben Lee for a timely talk on the future of AI in higher education. In his presentation, Lee explored the opportunities and challenges AI presents for universities, emphasizing…

Towards an AI-shaping society: Deployable AI infrastructure for the real world

The Purdue community is invited to an engaging talk by Dr. Dongfang Liu, assistant professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), on “Towards an AI-Shaping Society: Deployable AI Infrastructure for the Real World.”…