Information First Responders: Public Library Staff and the Fight Against Science and Health Misinformation
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Stream
Leading with evidence
Language
English
Speaker(s)
Carol Brown, University of Alberta
Session format
Individual presentation (15 minutes + Q and A)
Session Location
Salon 12
This session explores the experiences of public library staff in Alberta with science and health misinformation, as well as lessons learned from delivering a workshop titled "Shelf-Help for Science and Health Misinformation" to over 100 library staff across the province. Attendants will walk away with key insights on topics and approaches that could be incorporated into future professional learning for library staff, teachers, or others in public-facing roles. Anyone interested in learning more about the fight against science and health misinformation is encouraged to attend.