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From Ethics to Execution: The Role of Academic Librarians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy-Making at Colleges and Universities

Michalak, Russell·2023·Journal of Library Administration
DOI 10.1080/01930826.2023.2262367
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This paper highlights the importance of involving academic librarians in the development of ethical AI policies. The Academic Librarian Framework for Ethical AI Policy Development (ALF Framework) is introduced, recognizing librarians’ unique skills and expertise. The paper discusses the benefits of their involvement, including expertise in information ethics and privacy, practical experience with AI tools, and collaborations. It also addresses challenges, such as limited awareness, institutional resistance, resource constraints, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evolving AI technologies, offering practical solutions. By actively involving librarians, institutions can develop comprehensive and ethical AI policies that prioritize social responsibility and respect for human rights.

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  • Academic librarians possess unique expertise in information ethics, privacy, and intellectual freedom, which is highly relevant to AI literacy education.

    “Academic librarians possess unique expertise in information ethics, privacy, and intellectual freedom, which is highly relevant to AI literacy education (Michalak 2023).”

    From Fostering AI Literacy in Undergraduates: A ChatGPT Workshop Case Study (2025) · cites this paper as Michalak 2023

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Authors
Michalak, R.
Affiliations
Goldey–Beacom College (US)
Corresponding author
Michalak, Russell
ORCID
Michalak, Russell
Venue
Journal of Library Administration
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2023-10-03
Volume
63
Issue
7
Pages
928-938
ISSN
  • 0193-0826 (ISSN-L)
  • 1540-3564
DOI
10.1080/01930826.2023.2262367
OpenAlex
W4388107072
Cited by
47
References
1
Citations by year
2026: 20 · 2025: 15 · 2024: 12
FWCI
11.78
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
Journal of Library Administration (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Safety Research › Ethics and Social Impacts of AI
  • Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Information Systems › Library Science and Information
  • Social Sciences › Library and Information Sciences › Library Science and Information Literacy
Keywords
academic librarians, AI policy, ethical AI, information ethics, privacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, institutional resistance

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