AI@Work in Libraries | UNC Greensboro

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H. Blake-Lee ’19 ’22 MA, a graduate student at UNC Greensboro, is researching and developing AI-themed games to educate librarians and students on generative AI in academic libraries.
Many librarians are comfortable with AI-related concerns but lack confidence to use and explain it, highlighting a gap in knowledge and engagement.
Blake-Lee’s research found that around 70% of librarians want to learn AI from interactive, community-based engagement rather than computer courses.
To address this, Blake-Lee designed an AI-themed card game called “Caution!” which uses visual prompts to facilitate discussions about AI among diverse perspectives.
The game includes 200 illustrations partially generated by AI and contributed by local artists and UNCG alumni, encouraging word and idea association based on the visuals.
The game aims to enhance understanding, social connection, and discussions around AI among librarians, students, and other library staff without making players identify AI.
With support from Impact Through Innovation (ITI) and collaborations with librarians, Blake-Lee plans to expand her interactive method globally, potentially introducing the game in counseling groups and international libraries.
Blake-Lee’s work is gaining traction worldwide, indicated by interest from the National Library of Ireland in future collaborations centered around visual AI research tools.