Steve Hargadon is the founder of the Learning Revolution Project and a longtime leader in virtual learning, Library 2.0, and educational innovation. Featured in Chapter 2, “Blessings,” of The AI Toolkit for Librarians, Steve brings a thoughtful perspective on the positive possibilities of AI and the important questions librarians should be asking.
This conversation explores how AI can support learning, creativity, and professional growth while still requiring careful thinking and human judgment. Steve discusses why AI professional development matters, how librarians can model curiosity and vulnerability, and why libraries still have a powerful role as trusted guides in a rapidly changing information world.