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The episode features a conversation about the evolving role of libraries in the AI landscape with Ciaran Talbot from The University of Manchester Library.

Today's episode features guest host Michael Upshall (guest editor, Charleston Briefings) who talks with Ciaran Talbot , Director: AI and Ideas Adoption, The University of Manchester Library. Ciaran studied computing and began his career as an IT support analyst in the central team at Manchester University before an IT position opened up in the library, where he has now been for over 15 years. He says his current role allows him to work more connectedly with students, researchers and collections, and he encourages staff in open discussion and the adoption of useful tools in technology and to experiment with technology while balancing it with ethical and environmental concerns. Ciaran says he believes that libraries sit at the center of the AI landscape and are evolving from service providers into facilitators of innovation, guiding users with critical thinking, and helping them navigate and critically engage with AI-driven tools while maintaining trust and academic integrity. The video of this interview can be found here: https://youtu.be/DlInQ56FZa8 Social Media : LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mupshall/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciarantalbot/ Keyword #EdTech…

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