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         <title>What is AI? booklet</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Developed by Northumberland Libraries, this guide provides a beginner-friendly introduction to artificial intelligence and its practical uses in daily life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It explains key terms like generative AI and "hallucinations", while offering tips on how to spot fake AI-generated images. It also lists free tools and websites to help users safely explore and build their digital skills and confidence.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>How to get started using this Padlet</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Welcome to the <em>Innovating in Trusted Spaces</em> Padlet.</strong><br>We’re delighted to share this collection of resources, created to support the <em>Good Practice Guide</em> and to help you explore and use the tools developed through the project.</p><p><br></p><p>This Padlet is organised into four sections:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Introduction and core resources</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Ready‑to‑use resources</strong> – developed in collaboration with our library partners and Good Things Foundation</p></li><li><p><strong>Additional resources to use with library users</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Resources to support staff skills and knowledge</strong></p><p><br></p></li></ol><p>To help you navigate the Padlet:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Column A</strong> – Resource title</p></li><li><p><strong>Column B</strong> – Links or uploaded files</p></li><li><p><strong>Column C</strong> – Resource description</p></li><li><p><strong>Column D</strong> – Resource theme</p><p><br></p></li></ul><p>Each resource is also tagged with a theme and colour‑coded for ease of use:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Digital skills</strong> – purple</p></li><li><p><strong>Digital media literacy</strong> – blue</p></li><li><p><strong>AI literacy</strong> – yellow</p></li></ul><p><br></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-16 13:42:58 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>AI Gateway poster</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>A poster to download and print to signpost users to the AI Gateway.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Learn My Way poster</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>A poster to download and print to signpost users to Learn My Way.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 08:43:16 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>AI exhibition</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>This 12‑panel exhibition was developed by the Nottinghamshire (Inspire) team in collaboration with Good Things Foundation. It  includes sections on ‘AI: Myths and Misconceptions’, ‘AI Everyday Uses’, ‘AI Accuracy and Bias’ and ‘Useful AI Tools’. </p><p>If you would like to adapt the exhibition for your library service, please contact projects@librariesconnected.org.uk</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Introduction to AI session plan</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>This 2-hour session plan was developed by the Newcastle Libraries team.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Information, misinformation and disinformation guide</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828433983</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This short guide can be used to support the Introduction to AI session plan</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Learn My Way</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Free online learning to help people gain digital skills to stay safe and connected. Over 100 bite-sized topics across 12 subjects.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>AI Gateway</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Free online learning aimed at closing the UK’s “AI confidence gap”. Uses a mix of micro-learning experiences, covering complex ideas in a simple and engaging way.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 09:04:20 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Age UK: Making the most of the internet</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Information and advice to help you make sense of the internet, feel more confident and stay safe while doing so.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This information is designed for people who are already online but want to boost their confidence.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 11:49:22 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Digital Unite: Technology guides </title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>A hub of digital skills resources for everyday life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>These guides break down complex technology into simple tasks, from setting up email to identifying online scams.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>AbilityNet: My Computer My Way </title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>These accessibility guides offer step by step instructions on how to adapt a phone, computer or tablet to meet specific needs (eg making text larger), symptoms (eg hand tremors) or conditions (eg dyslexia).</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 11:51:17 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Learn My Way: Digital media literacy</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828640300</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>In today’s digital world, knowing how to make sense of what you see, read, or hear online is essential. These topics help people think about online information, make informed choices and stay safe.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 11:52:25 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>BBC Bitesize: Digital literacy KS2</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828641222</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>An introductory toolkit for building digital literacy and technical knowledge. It covers the basics of web communication and search logic, empowering people to navigate the internet with a clear understanding of both its inner workings and its potential risks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Aimed at younger children but can also help adults practise their digital literacy knowledge and skills.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>BBC Bitesize: Media literacy resources</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828642268</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A hub of multimedia resources designed to help young people navigate the complexities of digital information.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This resource uses interactive quizzes, video explainers, and journalist-led tips to build media literacy. It covers essential techniques like performing reverse image searches, verifying video authenticity, and spotting bot accounts</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Interland: Be Internet Awesome</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828643162</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A web-based game that puts digital literacy skills into practice through play. Users are challenged to cross a virtual river by correctly identifying 'fakes' and avoiding scams. It helps people build a reflexive habit of questioning the content they encounter online.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Aimed at children but can also be used to support adults who are open to trying something different.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Trusted Information Creator: How to find trusted health information on social media </title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828644003</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Practical tips for finding credible health advice on social media while avoiding common traps.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This guide explains how to identify trusted creators, verify information from NHS or charity sources, and recognise when a post is designed to manipulate emotions rather than provide facts.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 11:56:01 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Trusted Information Creator: False health information – the warning signs </title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828646257</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Learn to spot the warning signs of unreliable health advice with this clear, accessible resource. It breaks down the differences between misinformation and AI-generated errors while providing a checklist to help users question 'too good to be true' claims and one-sided reporting.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Guides and audio versions are also available in Romanian, Urdu, Arabic, Punjabi and Yiddish.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 11:57:39 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Cancer Research UK: A guide to spotting health misinformation</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828647456</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>While focused on cancer, the advice is universal. It uses very friendly language to explain why "miracle headlines" are often misleading and encourages users to check if a story is "too good to be true."</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Trusted Information Creator: Finding trusted health information </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828649961</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A straightforward guide to evaluating the quality of health information. It includes six simple questions to help users distinguish professional medical guidance from misinformation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Guides and audio versions are also available in Romanian, Urdu, Arabic, Punjabi and Yiddish.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:00:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Google: Introducing new delivery technology from Google Express</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828650917</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This short video looks like a real tech announcement from Google but was actually an April Fool’s prank.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It's a perfect resource for explaining that not everything false is "malicious", sometimes it's just a joke. But we still need to check the date and the facts before we believe what we see.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:01:36 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Full Fact</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828651861</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A non-partisan fact-checking charity. This is an excellent tool for showing learners how to verify "viral" social media posts or news headlines.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The site breaks down complex topics into simple "The Claim" vs "The Verdict" boxes, making it very accessible for those with low digital literacy.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>The Open University: 60 Second Adventures in Artificial Intelligence</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>This article (with a focus on AI in science), features 4 short animations, voiced by actor David Mitchell, that explain how AI works in a light touch way.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The videos are also available on YouTube so can be used independently if required.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:03:38 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Trusted Information Creator: AI and health information</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828654670</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>An overview of AI in the health sector. It highlights why AI tools can sometimes 'make up' information that sounds real. The guide offers a simple framework for questioning automated results and identifying when a website is using AI translation.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:04:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Common Sense: AI Literacy Lessons</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Although aimed at 7-13 year olds, this collection of quick lessons (max 20 minutes) provide an introduction to AI and help address its social and ethical impacts.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It explains AI hallucinations and helps people develop the skills to use automation tools responsibly and safely.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:05:23 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Cat Park</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828657322</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>An award-winning "serious game" designed to teach people how disinformation works by letting them step into the shoes of a media manipulator. Create fake headlines and memes, then see the consequences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At the end, switch sides to try and "un-do" the damage with facts. The game is designed to be completed in roughly 15 to 20 minutes.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Trusted Information Creator: Can I trust AI overviews for online health searches? </title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/librariesconnected/gpoiqgreuuy2c5lq/wish/3828658411</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A critical guide to understanding 'AI overviews' on Google and other search engines. It uses real-world examples to show how AI can misinterpret symptoms or medical tests. Explains how to refine search terms to ensure you are viewing credible, UK-specific health information.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Guides and audio versions are also available in Romanian, Urdu, Arabic, Punjabi and Yiddish.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:07:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Code.org: AI for Oceans</title>
         <author>beckyscott</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>This resource is a good example of "Learning by Doing".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following a short introduction video, there is a tool called "AI for Oceans" where you "train" an AI character to recognise fish vs. trash. Available in multiple languages.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Registering on Learn My Way - an easy read guide</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>This simple step by step guide, with screenshots for each stage, is ideal as a handout or poster.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>There’s a space on the guide to write a “centre number” (your library’s National Digital Inclusion Network membership number).</p>]]></description>
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         <title>The benefits of using Learn My Way for you and your learners | Getting someone started on Learn My Way | Great ways to use Learn My Way to boost digital skills</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Created for Digital Champions, these three guides provide everything you need to boost engagement and create a more inclusive digital learning experience for your community.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ways to use Learn My Way with learners, practical steps to assist with registration and readiness, and actionable tips for integrating the platform into diverse training sessions.</p><p><br></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-03-17 12:14:06 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Learn My Way digital skills learning guides</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Each guide offers a blended learning approach and is aligned with one of the subjects on Learn My Way. They even include activity sheets for you to use as part of the session.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This all means that you can spend more time supporting people and less time thinking about how to do it.</p>]]></description>
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