Assessing Artificial Intelligence Literacy among Academic Library Professionals

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy means the ability to understand and utilize AI consciously. This paper aims to measure the artificial intelligence (AI) literacy of library professionals from universities in Bangladesh. In this study, a quantitative method was used with a cross-sectional survey design. Here, a total of 225 data were collected from library professionals who work in different public and private universities in Bangladesh. For the data collection, a structured questionnaire was distributed through Google Forms randomly. The data reliability was tested using Cronbach’s alpha, which was found to be acceptable. The results showed that the professionals have a medium level of AI literacy because of inadequate formal training and technical expertise. It was also found that they prefer strongly AI-related workshops and training for their organization's development. The study conations a comprehensive information about the current conditions of AI understanding of university library professionals in Bangladesh. It also provides suggestions for the development of policy and sustainable AI integration in academic libraries.