Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education and Academic Libraries: A Literature Review

Abstract

This literature review explores the benefits and challenges of using AI in academic libraries. AI has the potential to make library operations more efficient and assist students with writing but can also wreak havoc in the academic library setting, leading to plagiarism and the spread of misinformation. The author describes three types of AI; how AI can assist librarians now and in the near future; AI as a disruptor in higher education; and how to mitigate some of the negative aspects of AI. There is often resistance or fear when new tools are introduced to society; however, it is important for academic librarians to understand and learn how to use these systems to their benefit.