Voluntary Collaboration, Future Impact: AI Adoption in Turkish University Libraries

Abstract

Voluntary Collaboration, Future Impact: AI Adoption in Turkish University Libraries The advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and its consequent transformation of library and information access processes have prompted the Anatolian University Libraries Consortium (ANKOS) to take action within university libraries in Türkiye. ANKOS, established in 1999, aims to enhance library access to electronic resources, support Turkish academics and students, and strengthen library roles in education and research activities. In 2024, ANKOS established an AI Research Group composed of 19 volunteer librarians to explore AI's potential in librarianship, increase awareness, and share best practices. The Group surveyed 111 library managers, drafted policies and guidelines related to AI, and published an e-newsletter. Additionally, they collaborated with publishers to organize events and training sessions. At Kadir Has University, which ranks in the top 1000 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, the Information Center (IC) has integrated AI into its offerings. In 2025, the IC added 9 AI tools to its collection, accessible via its GenAI-HUB. The GenAI-HUB is allocated within the library building for students who have completed designated AI courses on Coursera and received certificates. Additionally, the IC has developed guides and politics for ethical AI use, integrated AI literacy into orientation, and allocated resources for university courses.

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