Ethical Artificial Intelligence: Bridging Technology with Credible Evaluation Practices
This webinar occurred October 8, 2024.
Webinar Resources
Webinar Description
This webinar aims to demystify Artificial Intelligence (A)I by demonstrating that emerging technological tools can be strategically leveraged to enhance the evaluation process. This session will delve into the ethical application of AI within library evaluation practices, focusing on practical strategies to integrate AI responsibly as a tool, assistant, and resource. The session will briefly introduce AI methodologies applicable to library evaluation processes, emphasizing its potential to enhance the evaluation of library programs, service delivery, and community engagement. Key ethical considerations will be discussed, such as ensuring data integrity and developing effective prompts. Participants will leave with a foundational understanding of how to approach AI in their evaluation processes, including actionable steps to implement AI tools thoughtfully and effectively.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demystify AI by defining its core concepts, exploring various types such as machine learning and natural language processing, and articulating their practical applications in evaluation practices.
- Explore responsible integration of AI within library evaluation practices using practical steps focused on ethical evaluation standards.
- Gain insights into AI methodologies that can enhance the evaluation of library programs, service delivery, and community engagement.
- Discuss critical ethical considerations, including data integrity and the development of effective AI prompts for data analysis.
This session is part of the 12 Months to Better Library Data Webinar Series, made possible by funding from the Mellon Foundation.
Instructor:
Jennifer Pacheco Villalobos, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Claremont Graduate University
Jennifer Pacheco Villalobos, Ph.D. (she/her/ella) is an Assistant Professor at Claremont Graduate University (CGU), where she also directs the Doctorate of Evaluation Practice (D.Eval) professional degree program. With expertise in program evaluation, organizational psychology, and positive organizational interventions, her work focuses on promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), social justice approaches, and leveraging artificial intelligence for social good.
Dr. Villalobos earned her Ph.D. and Master’s degrees in Positive Organizational Psychology and Evaluation from CGU and Bachelor degrees in Psychology and History from the University of Southern California (USC). She has over 20 years of experience consulting for organizations across multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, non-profit, and corporate industries. Her consulting work emphasizes program improvement, DEI, workplace well-being, and leadership development. Her dynamic and interdisciplinary approach continues to shape the fields of evaluation and organizational psychology through her innovative teaching, research, and practice.
Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Villalobos is deeply committed to fostering equitable and positive change at the individual, team, organization, and community levels. She actively collaborates with local, national, and international organizations to drive meaningful impact through her work.