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A great day of talks, workshops and networking comes to a close. It was great to catch up with our colleagues again. Thanks to all the speakers who gave us such an interesting day full of insights,. And thanks to our delegates who attended today. See you next year! #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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A very interesting talk up next from our colleagues in Cologne University of Applied Sciences, Simone Fühles-Ubach, Elisabeth Kaliva and Martina Echtenbruck, who have kindly joined us to discuss their research on "Academic Libraries as Partners in Data Literacy Education" #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Our final speaker of today is our 2nd keynote speaker Ben Lee. Ben is delivering a very interactive and interesting presentation with his talk and workshop on Futures Literacy #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Futures Workshop in action! #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Well done to our Show and Tell Podcast winners and to all who took part in the competition. Some amazing podcasts were submitted. In 1st Place: Michaela McDonald - Shelf Life. 2nd Place: Colm Keogh and Emily Daly – Check it Out! 3rd Place: Jennifer O’Grady – Link Liteartha. #LIRSeminar2026

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Future Libraries - CILIP: the library and information association

#LIRSeminar2026 Ben Lee: futures literacy - how to use the idea of the future to inform actions in the present (www.cilip.org.uk/page/future-...)

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DaLI - Data Literacy Initiative

#LIRSeminar2026 Dr Simone Fühles-Ubach & Prof Elisabeth Kaliva DaLI Data Literacy Initiative (www.th-koeln.de/en/informati...) designing a single course that adequately addresses the needs of a heterogeneous student population with varying prior knowledge & disciplinary interests remains a challenge

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The Data Literacy Initiative (DaLI) at TH Köln aims to systematically incorporate data literacy in teaching and research by implementing a modular training program across all disciplines.

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The second speaker of our 4 lightning talks is Ronan Madden from UCC with his talk: "Navigating New Literacies with UCC Library’s Digital & Information Literacy Framework". #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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The penultimate of our 4 lightning talks is Siobhán Dunne from TCD with her talk: "Sustainability Literacy at TCD Library: The Journey So Far" #LIRSeminar2026

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The final speaker of our lightning talks is Patrick Keegan from RCSI with his talk "GEN AI: The Learner Journey and Effective Collaboration" #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Four great talks from our lightning talk speakers. Very insightful. Thanks all for sharing your experiences with us at #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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#LIRSeminar2026 Siobhán Dunne: TCD Library's Ecological Emergency Book Club for informal support for learning around sustainability, as well as sharing concerns and awareness

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#LIRSeminar2026 Ronan Madden: seeing demand for including a critical approach to AI in existing student teaching and learning

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Our first keynote of the day, Andrew Cox, delivering some eye opening insights into how students use AI in his talk: AI and Libraries, Emerging Use cases and Librarian Roles. #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Interesting insights from Andrew Cox. Covering library and student use of different types AI, and environmental impacts. A question he asked at the end was "What is your vision for AI in your library?". There were some interesting answers. What is your input? #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Back refreshed after a short break, we are straight into the first of our 4 lightning talks with Ann Byrne from Hibernia College with her very interesting talk: "Digital literacy for all: reflections on creating a short course in digital literacy"

#LIRSeminar2026 Ronan Madden: Digital & Information Literacy Framework (libguides.ucc.ie/ld.php?conte...) taking a comprehensive approach to many teaching teams in UCC Library

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Digital literacy refers to the effective use of digital media platforms when finding, evaluating and communicating information. This involves a variety of technical and cognitive skills and competenci...

#LIRSeminar2026 Ann Byrne: OER in Digital Literacy for Hibernia College - Info lit, Dig wellness & identity, Communication & collaboration, Dig technology proficiency, Solving common digital problems, Creating dig content with AI support, Dig learning & development oercommons.org/courses/digi...

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#LIRSeminar2026 Dr Andrew Cox: AI is a strategic challenge because it is inherently hard to understand and beyond our ability to control

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#LIRAnnualSeminar2026 Dr Andrew Cox: is AI exposing weaknesses in gaps for institutional provision, e.g. support of disability?

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@lirheanet.bsky.social Dr Andrew Cox: will we cease to understand when we are using AI if it becomes seamlessly integrated into the search and reading process?

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

It's a chilly but mainly dry morning here at Asiera offices where we are almost ready to kick off our Lir Annual Seminar 2026. #LIRAnnualSeminar2026

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Join us tomorrow for the #LIRSeminar2026 at the Asiera Offices, 3rd Floor, North dock 2, 93/94 North Wall Quay, Dublin, D01 V8Y6. Google Maps: maps.app.goo.gl/N4i6fpWv3jUc... Please note there is a temporary entrance in use, next to the main entrance on the quay side, parallel to the River Liffey.

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Here is a pic of the temporary entrance, there will also be signs up to guide you.

Image of an entrance gate which is the temporary entrance to the venue

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Join us for the #LIRSeminar2026 as we learn about the "Data Literacy" research project at the University of Applied Science Cologne, with expert insights from Prof. Simone Fuhles-Ubach and Prof. Elisabeth Kaliva. Available online or in-person. Get your tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us for the #LIRSeminar2026 as we explore the shift from using generative AI, to understanding it as a disruptor of the learner journey, with expert insights from RCSI's Patrick Keegan. Available online or in-person. Get your tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

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Join us for #LIRSeminar2026 as we explore how to design programmes that build awareness of, and strategies to counter, misinformation and disinformation, with insights from leading voices like Siobhán Dunne from the Library at Trinity College Dublin. Tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Join us at the #LIRSeminar2026 as we discuss a values-driven approach to embedding digital and information literacies, with insights from leading voices in the field, such as Ronan Madden from the Library at the University College Cork. Book your tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Join us at the #LIRSeminar2026 as we discuss how to foster digital literacies in our institutions and beyond, with insights from leading voices in the field, including Ann Byrne from Hibernia College. Connect with peers and get inspired! Book your tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

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In advance of #LIRSeminar2026, we'd like to introduce you to our keynote speaker, Ben Lee. Join us for an excellent keynote on futures literacy for libraries, and the role of libraries in building futures literacy among their users and communities. Book tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

In advance of the #LIRSeminar2026, we'd like to introduce you to our keynote speaker, Andrew Cox. Join us for what is sure to be a fascinating keynote presenting on AI and libraries including the emerging use cases and librarian roles. Book your tickets at: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

We are delighted to invite you to the #LIRSeminar2026, “Supporting Emerging Literacies: How do libraries design and deliver new literacy programmes?”. It is taking place on Wed 13th May from 10.30-3.30. Book in-person or online tickets here: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li...

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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The LIR Group invites you to submit a lightning talk for this year's Annual Seminar relating to the theme, Supporting Emerging Literacies: How do libraries design and deliver new literacy programmes? For more information, please see: bsky.app/profile/lirh...

An infographic advertising a call for papers for the LIR Annual Seminar 2026. This year's theme is Supporting Emerging Literacies: How do libraries design and deliver new literacy programmes? and the submission deadline is 31st March 2026.

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libfocus @libfocus.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Read our latest post from @jennylibrarian.bsky.social about the @lirheanet.bsky.social annual seminar. Learn about the insights shared by keynote speaker Dr. Daniela Bultoc around communities of practice in higher education at www.libfocus.com/2025/10/lir-...

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 18/10/2025

#IrishBookWeek: Share an Irish Bookshop We’re kicking off Irish Book Week by celebrating some of our favourite bookshops in West Cork and Cork city Irish Book Week is all about celebrating the places and people who keep our reading culture alive. So tell us, what’s your favourite Irish bookshop?

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jamesmolloy.bsky.social @jamesmolloy.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Great to see this up and running. Best of luck to everyone involved tomorrow

LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

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What a fantastic first day at the LIR Group’s Digital Skills Workshop! Early career librarians kicked off their podcasting journey at IADT, from concept to creation. We can’t wait for round two on October 18th! 🎙️✨ #LIRGroup #DigitalSkills #DigitalLiteracy

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MIC Libraries @miclibraries.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Our first Database highlight: ATLA Religion Database. This is available through the library website, on our homepage. If you ever have difficulty accessing the site send us an email! @micireland.bsky.social #miclibraries #database #search

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Kathryn Milligan (Katy) @katymilligan.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Good to know 👇

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Áine Lynch @ainelynch.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Loving this series from @becausebarbara on the countries of Africa. Day 1 was North Africa vm.tiktok.com/ZNdQqGgsp/

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TikTok - Make Your Day

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DARIAH-IE @dariahie.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

📣 (Re)introducing DARIAH-IE 📣 Only one week to go ! Register now for our online seminar, reintroducing DARIAH-IE & reconnecting Irish DH communities with the pan-European Digital Research Infrastructure for the Arts and Humanities ! 📅 May 27th 🕒 11am (GMT) 📍 Register tcd-ie.zoom.us/meeting/regi...