Ethical AI and Librarianship
A Resource Guide
PCC FAQ: Cataloging of Resources Generated Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Software
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| Title | PCC FAQ: Cataloging of Resources Generated Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Software |
| Type | Guidelines & Policies |
| Creator | Library of Congress PCC (Program for Cooperative Cataloging) |
| Link | https://www.loc.gov/aba/pcc/scs/documents/FAQ-Cataloging-of-Resources-Generated-by-Artificial-Intelligence |
| Creation Date | 11/15/2023 |
| Last Updated Date | -- |
| Summary | This document created by Library of Congress PCC provides cataloging guidance for resources created using AI software. It addresses issues regarding metadata practices, including 1) whether AI software can be considered an agent (e.g., author, artist or translator), 2) how to credit human agents who operate AI software, 3) whether AI names can be used as pseudonyms for human creators, 4) How to document AI involvement in bibliographic records. The document highlights ethical transparency and accurate representation of authorship. The document also includes eight MARC cataloging examples such as AI-generated poetry and novels, to illustrate best practices for cataloging AI-involved resources. |
| Topic | Ethical AI. Cataloging. |
| Source and Link | Library of Congress PCC (Program for Cooperative Cataloging) https://www.loc.gov/aba/pcc/ |
| Access | Open |
| Accessibility | Open |
| Audience | Librarians – General |
| Platform or Format | Document (.pdf) |
| Length | 4 pages |
| Geography | USA |
| Language | ENG |
| Description Date | 05/23/2025 |