The Changing Standards Landscape: 17th Annual NISO/BISG Forum: Artificial Intelligence in Book Publishing
Scope
This forum will explore the profound impacts artificial intelligence poses to the book publishing industry, from enhancing efficiencies and accessibility to addressing ethical concerns. AI promises streamlined editing, enhanced marketing, and improved accessibility through text-to-speech. However, ethical flags should be raised regarding representation, biases, copyright, and privacy. This event offers insight into AI-informed publishing’s future while advocating for ethical and regulatory concerns.
Confirmed Speakers (others TBA): Todd Carpenter, Executive Director, NISO; Rachel Comerford, Senior Director of Accessibility Outreach and Communication, Macmillan Learning; Barbara Kline Pope, Executive Director, JHU Press; Thad McIlroy, President, The Future of Publishing; Brian O’Leary, Executive Director, Book Industry Study Group (BISG); Judy Ruttenburg, Senior Director of Scholarship and Policy, Association for Research Libraries (ARL); Robin Sloan, Author of Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore & upcoming Moonbound; and Tim Spalding, Founder, LibraryThing.
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Event Sessions
12:00pm - 12:05pm: Introduction
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12:05pm - 12:35pm: The Digital Horizon & How AI is Shaping Book Publishing
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12:40pm - 1:00pm: A Case Study as a Creative Practitioner
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1:00pm - 1:20pm: AI Opportunities to Improve Accessibility
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1:20pm - 1:4pm: Q&A
1:40pm - 2:10pm: Break
2:10pm - 2:15pm: Afternoon Introduction
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2:15pm - 2:45pm: Keynote: Equitable implementation of AI: Strategic considerations for libraries
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2:45pm - 3:50pm Panel Discussion: Making Sense of The Current Landscape
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This discussion will be moderated by Thad McEllroy, President, The Future of Publishing.
Confirmed Panelists:
- Rachel Comerford
- Barbara Kline Pope
- Judy Ruttenberg
- Robin Sloan
- Tim Spalding
3:50pm - 4:00pm: Wrap Up
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Additional Information
This is an in-person event only. Streaming will not be available to those not attending on site.
Event Dates
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Fees
Free to all registered attendees of the American Library Association 2024 Meeting. There is no additional cost to attend.
Location
San Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Room: 05 A