Write better prompts. Get better results. Save time every day.

AI tools like ChatGPT are becoming part of everyday work — but many library professionals feel unsure how to use them effectively.

You might have tried asking something… and got a response that was too vague, too long, or just not quite right.

This session changes that.

Because the difference isn’t the tool — it’s the prompt.

This session will show you how to:

✔ Turn unclear ideas into clear, structured prompts ✔ Get useful, relevant outputs for real library tasks ✔ Apply your existing information literacy skills to AI ✔ Save time on emails, training, policies, and content creation ✔ Use AI confidently — without needing to be “technical”

Designed specifically for library professionals

This isn’t generic AI training.

Everything in this session is grounded in real library work, including:

Supporting teaching and digital literacy
Writing and simplifying policies
Creating user-facing content
Internal communication and team support
Generating ideas for services, displays, and engagement

You’ll leave with tools you can use immediately — not theory.

What we’ll cover

1. Why prompts matter

Understand why AI outputs depend entirely on how you ask — and how small changes make a big difference.

2. The CLEAR Prompt Model

A simple, practical framework to structure your prompts:

Context – what it’s about
Level – who it’s for
End goal – what you need
Approach – format and tone
Role – who the AI should be

3. Real-world library examples

See exactly how prompting works in practice, including:

Creating teaching activities
Rewriting policies in plain English
Drafting emails and communications
Generating ideas for services and displays

4. A powerful shortcut: “Prompt the Prompt”

Not sure what to ask?

Learn this simple technique:

“I want to [your goal]. Write me the perfect prompt to get the best possible answer from you. Include role, context, format, and constraints.”

A practical way to instantly improve your results.

5. Common mistakes (and how to fix them)

Avoid the most frequent pitfalls, including:

Being too vague
Trying to do too much in one prompt
Assuming AI “understands” context
Not refining your results

6. Critical thinking in an AI world

As librarians, your expertise matters more than ever.

We’ll explore:

Why AI can be confidently wrong
How to spot and question outputs
Where professional judgement still leads

Who this is for

This session is ideal for:

Library staff at all levels
Academic, public, health, and specialist librarians
Anyone curious about AI but unsure where to start
Anyone who has tried AI and thought… “this isn’t quite working”

No prior experience needed.

What you’ll leave with

✔ A simple prompt framework you can use straight away ✔ Practical examples tailored to library work ✔ A reusable prompt template ✔ Greater confidence using AI tools ✔ A clear understanding of limitations and risks

Format

1-hour live session (online)
Interactive, practical, and supportive
Includes examples and optional participation
Recording available for 12 months (if applicable)

Why this matters now

AI is already shaping how people find, use, and trust information.

This is a moment where library professionals can:

Lead with confidence
Apply critical thinking in new contexts
Support others in navigating AI tools

And it starts with something simple:

Learning how to ask better questions.

Join us

Whether you’re completely new to AI or looking to get more from it, this session will give you the tools to start using it in a way that feels clear, practical, and aligned with your professional values.

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