ALA AI Learning Events and Resources
General Resources
Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
Guidance for libraries developing or revising local artificial intelligence (AI) use policies, procedures, and vendor-review practices. This guidance identifies professional values and decision points for deciding when and whether to use AI systems, AI-enabled features, and vendor integrations.
PLA Resources on Artificial Intelligence
Building on insights from a January 2026 town hall, the Public Library Association Transformative Technology Task Force has curated AI guidance, sample policies, and resources for public library workers.
AI Competencies for Academic Library Workers
Created by the Association of College & Research Libraries AI Competencies for Library Workers Task Force and approved by the ACRL Board of Directors in October 2025, these comprehensive AI competencies align with the evolving needs of academic libraries in the context of AI integration.
Upcoming Online Learning Events
AI Literacy Essentials for Academic Libraries
A free, eight-week newsletter-based course on generative AI literacy for academic library workers
July 21, 1:00pm CT (FREE)
July 22, 1:00pm CT (FREE)
September 16, 1:00pm CT
On-Demand eLearning
AI with Heart: Serving People in a Digital Age (PLA)
In a world flooded with emerging AI tools, how can libraries stay grounded in human-centered service?
Best of Core Forum: Using the Viewfinder Toolkit for Responsible AI (Core)
Learn about the Viewfinder toolkit to help practitioners implement AI in alignment with professional values.
Artificial Intelligence in the School Library (AASL)
This webinar explores how AI-enabled search and Open AI will change how school librarians craft library instruction and work with faculty and students.
Using AI to Elevate and Secure a Human Workforce (ALA Editions) (FREE)
Across six presentations and a live Q&A-based discussion, AASL, Facet and ALA Editions authors offered practical guidance on how library leaders can use artificial intelligence to elevate and secure their own workforces.
More On-Demand eLearning
Publications from the ALA Store
From leveraging AI to exploring its challenges, ALA offers an array of books that tackle the issue of AI in libraries from every angle. Check out a selection of titles in the ALA Store – members receive a 10% discount on all publications.
Learn more about the Artificial Intelligence Policy Working Group here.
