This intensive 2-day virtual workshop is designed to equip library professionals, LIS students, and researchers with practical skills to integrate Artificial Intelligence into Koha ILS — enabling smarter automation, enhanced user services, and data-driven decision-making across all library functions.
From AI-assisted cataloguing and natural-language SQL reporting to semantic OPAC search and a 24/7 AI chatbot — this programme shows you exactly how to implement each AI feature inside your Koha system with hands-on practice throughout every session.
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AI-Assisted Cataloguing
Use the AI MARC Assistant to automatically generate subject headings, keywords, summaries, and classification — reducing manual cataloguing effort dramatically.
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Smart Reporting with AI SQL
Generate complex Koha SQL reports using plain English — no advanced SQL knowledge needed. Automate circulation, fine, and collection analysis reports instantly.
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AI Chatbot & Smart OPAC
Build a 24/7 AI-powered help desk chatbot for your library, and enhance OPAC with personalized recommendations and semantic (meaning-based) search.
2Days Training
6AI-Powered Sessions
100%Hands-On Practice
5+Deliverables
AI in Libraries
🧠 AI Applications You Will Learn to Implement
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AI Cataloguing
Auto-generate MARC metadata — subject headings, keywords, summaries
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Discovery Systems
Semantic NLP-powered search — meaning-based, not just keyword matching
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Library Analytics
AI SQL Mentor — generate reports in plain English, no coding needed
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User Support
AI chatbot for 24/7 multilingual library help-desk automation
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Personalization
"Recommended for You" — AI-driven personalized OPAC suggestions
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Reference Services
AI-powered reference queries, FAQ automation, and user engagement
At a Glance
📋 All 6 Sessions — Overview
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DAY 1 — SESSION 1
Introduction to AI & Its Role in Libraries
Types of AI relevant to libraries
AI tools for librarians
AI in cataloguing, reference, analytics
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DAY 1 — SESSION 2
AI Integration in Koha + AI MARC Assistant
Koha ILS architecture overview
AI-generated metadata (subjects, keywords)
Hands-on: MARC content generation
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DAY 1 — SESSION 3
AI SQL Mentor & Smart Reporting
Natural language → SQL queries
Circulation, fine, membership reports
Hands-on: AI-generated Koha reports
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DAY 2 — SESSION 4
AI Personalized Suggestions & Semantic Search
AI recommendation systems in OPAC
NLP-powered semantic search
Hands-on: Recommendation integration
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DAY 2 — SESSION 5
AI Smart Help Desk Chatbot
Library chatbot automation
Multilingual support (English & Urdu)
Hands-on: Build & embed chatbot
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DAY 2 — SESSION 6
AI Strategy, Future Trends & Career Prep
AI implementation roadmap
Ethics and challenges
KOHA MCQs & interview prep
AI + KOHA Workflow
🔗 How AI Plugs Into Koha ILS
AI does not replace Koha — it supercharges it. Here's how each AI component connects to your existing Koha system:
📥Raw Book / Item Data
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🤖AI MARC Assistant
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📋Koha Bibliographic Records
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🔍Semantic OPAC Search
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💬AI Chatbot Support
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📊Smart Analytics Reports
Detailed Programme
📅 Session-Wise Detailed Plan
Day 1
Foundations & Core AI Integration
💻 Live Virtual Session + Hands-on Practice
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Session 1: Introduction to AI & Its Role in Libraries
Topics Covered
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Types of AI relevant to libraries
AI tools useful for librarians
Evolution of AI in Library & Information Science
Role of AI in modern library services
AI Applications Explored
Cataloguing automation with AI
AI in Reference Services
AI-powered Discovery Systems
Library Analytics & insights
AI for User Support services
Learning Outcomes
Understand AI fundamentals and key concepts
Identify practical AI applications in libraries
Explore the future of AI-driven librarianship
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Session 2: AI Integration in Koha + AI MARC Assistant
