Join HLABC for a free Continuing Education event: ‘Getting Comfortable with Context: An introductory Qualitative Research Methods Workshop’. This webinar scheduled for November 17th and will be presented by Lindsey Sikora, Head of Research Support for Health Sciences, Medicine, and STEM at the University of Ottawa, and Robin Parker, Acting Head for Library Academic Services in Medicine, Health & Dentistry and Evidence Synthesis Librarian & Faculty of Medicine Liaison at Dalhousie University.   

Using examples from their own doctoral research, the workshop leaders will walk participants through the basics of qualitative research methods. This introductory session will help participants get comfortable with the key parts of qualitative research design, such as aligning the purpose, philosophy of science, research questions, methodology, and the methods for collecting and analyzing data.

Special thanks to eHLbc, the Electronic Health Library of BC, for making this event possible. We look forward to seeing everyone at this event!

Topic: Getting Comfortable with Context: An introductory Qualitative Research Methods Workshop
Time: November 17th, 10:00-11:00 AM PST
Please register for the Zoom link here: https://forms.gle/knm2bsTi31fWyocm7

Join HLABC for a free virtual continuing education event exploring artificial intelligence in health education!

Topic: HLABC Presents: Navigating AI in Health Education with Lucas Wright
Time: Apr 30, 2025 1:00-2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/69635701518?pwd=iyOiBxlJH6fBaPLIb8p6a6qirKhu0o.1
Meeting ID: 696 3570 151
Passcode: 054592

Workshop Description

As generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and CoPilot become more common in academic settings, health librarians play an essential role in shaping how these technologies are used in teaching, research, and learning. This interactive session introduces the capabilities and limitations of generative AI in the context of health education.

We’ll explore practical applications for instructional support, research guidance, and digital literacy development, alongside emerging challenges such as data privacy, citation integrity, and bias in health-related content. Participants will engage in hands-on exploration and discussion to consider how librarianship can adapt to, and help shape, the thoughtful use of AI in health-focused educational environments.

Facilitator Bio

Lucas Wright is a Senior Educational Consultant at the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. He has over 15 years of experience supporting faculty, staff, and librarians in educational innovation, with a particular focus on emerging technologies. Lucas has led more than 40 workshops on generative AI in higher education and co-developed UBC’s Generative AI Student Readiness Assessment. His current work explores the ethical use of AI, digital literacy, and the evolving role of educators and librarians in a rapidly changing technological landscape.