Future Skills for Librarians: Adapting to AI Innovations

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 01 | Page : 27 31
    By

    M. Mohan,

  • S. Geetha,

  • S. Rajasekaran,

  1. Library Assistant, Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute, Kumulur(TNAU), Trichy, , India
  2. Librarian, Shri Indra Ganesan Institute of Medical Science, College of Pharmacy, Manikandam, Trichy,, , India
  3. Assistant Librarian, Builders Engineering College, Nathakadaiyur, Kangayam, , India

Abstract

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the landscape of information management, librarians’ roles are rapidly altering. This essay delves into the fundamental abilities that librarians must develop in order to adapt to AI breakthroughs and effectively satisfy their communities’ evolving demands. Key abilities mentioned include digital literacy, data management, critical thinking, user experience design, and instructional technology. The essay emphasises the significance of continual professional growth in keeping up with technology changes, focussing on teamwork, communication, and ethical advocacy. By adopting these talents, librarians can strengthen their responsibilities as information professionals and educators, ensuring that libraries remain valuable resources in an increasingly digital society. The conversation emphasises the need of librarians being versatile and dedicated to continuing learning in order to survive in this changing environment.

Keywords: Future skills, librarians, artificial intelligence (AI), professional development, technology integration, library innovation

[This article belongs to Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences ]

How to cite this article:
M. Mohan, S. Geetha, S. Rajasekaran. Future Skills for Librarians: Adapting to AI Innovations. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2025; 12(01):27-31.
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M. Mohan, S. Geetha, S. Rajasekaran. Future Skills for Librarians: Adapting to AI Innovations. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2025; 12(01):27-31. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joals/article=2025/view=195931


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Volume 12
Issue 01
Received 11/12/2024
Accepted 24/12/2024
Published 07/01/2025
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