We examined the reliability of image recognition services by conducting a cross-comparison across three popular image recognition services: Google Vision AI, Microsoft Azure Computer Vision and AWS Rekognition.
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The study advocates for educational institutions to incorporate digital literacy training and privacy education on a proactive basis. Also, it stresses the importance of ongoing monitoring and evaluation to ensure that the benefits outweigh the challenges. Finally, the wise and appropriate use of social media may reframe and elevate students’ academic journeys.
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The video Learn Information Behavior, 1980s-Style! opens to Lauper’s famous melody and goes on to feature four great information behavior luminaries from the 1980s and their contributions. Specifically, Brenda Dervin’s Sense-Making (1983), Carol Kuhlthau’s Information Search Process (1988), Marcia Bates’ Berrypicking (1989), and Elfreda Chatman’s multiple social theories (1996) are the stars.
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Today, the world of comics and graphic novels is a vast landscape encompassing an array of genres, styles, and storytelling techniques. From fantasy and science fiction to memoirs and historical accounts, comics and graphic novels have proven to be a versatile and engaging medium for people of all ages, particularly children.
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Modern AI advancements are full of hopes and hypes and some horrors. The question is – can we address those horrors enough? Or is there a choice to make between autonomy and authority? How will that choice play out in a real world scenario?
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“What is Library and Information Science?” in a 5-minute video. LIS is cast as the mediating force between publications and people. Further, the video distinguishes the academic discipline (library and information science) from the related concepts of its institution (the library) and profession (librarianship). Along the way, several key concepts are defined, such as the reference interview, reader’s advisory, bibliographic control, and information retrieval. Three distinct types of libraries are named (public, academic, special).
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As educational institutions strive to accommodate the needs of this diverse demographic of students, information professionals are presented with a unique opportunity to harness the power of AI technology and elevate their role in enhancing the international student experience.
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New, paradigm-changing technologies like ChatGPT provide us with a good opportunity to consider our professional identity and how we can grow as professionals.
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The new 12-episode video series at INFIDEOS, Visual Research Methods, is designed for anyone who may wish to incorporate images, such as photographs or drawings, into a research project.
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Despite the convenience and speed of online resources, school libraries continue to hold a significant place in fostering learning, critical thinking, and personal growth among students.
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