AI Library Workshop: Intro

Don’t be ignorant of likely the biggest technological revolution of your lifetime. However, don't buy into "AI Hype" either. Have you heard this statement, "AI won’t steal your job but someone who knows how to use AI may." Do you think it is true or not?

Background: The field of Artificial intelligence was born in 1956, but the release of ChatGPT in November 2022 popularized its use, especially the use of a subcategory known as Generative AI (Gen AI or GAI). Because Gen AI tools are flooding our daily lives, it is important that everyone, especially students, learn how to use this technology ethically, effectively, and responsibly. This is the goal of this workshop.

Examples: Without realizing it, you have been using (or been used by) AI for years, for example:

• FaceID on phones
• Personalized feeds (think Instagram video or Google product recommendations
• Real-time traffic or weather conditions
• Voice assistants like Siri or Alexa
• Autocorrect or autocomplete in Word and other programs
• Google Translate

Whatever, your future workplace, it is likely you will be using some Gen AI tools, which are being produced at a mind-blowing speed by big and small tech companies and integrated into products from Amazon to Google to automated call centers.

• Example: Try a Google search now for "examples of GEN AI Tools in the workplace" and see the first result at the top and on the left it should be marked with this symbol.

CUNY AI Success Playbook is available with these ProTips for Students

• AI is a powerful assistant, but not always accurate. Cross-check information and refine AI outputs with your own insights.
• Use AI to Boost (Not Replace) Learning – Leverage ChatGPT for brainstorming, summarizing, and tutoring, but ensure your voice and analysis remain central.
• Build AI-Resilient Skills – Creativity, ethical judgment, and problem-solving are skills AI can’t replace—focus on strengthening them.
• Stay Ahead of AI Trends – Explore AI-focused courses and industry tools through the AI-ONE.

Check out the entire CUNY AI Academic Hub