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A PLA 2026 Virtual Conference On-Demand Webinar
In this essential on-demand webinar learn to identify and combat misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation in today’s complex digital landscape. Uncover how SEO and AI intersect with content farming to affect information accuracy. Gain practical strategies for verifying sources, building misinformation resilience, and protecting yourself and your organization in today's digital landscape. Remember, misinformation resiliency begins with you!
Recorded live during the PLA 2026 Virtual Conference, April 1–3, 2026.
Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this on-demand webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify and understand concepts of misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation and their impacts on information accuracy;
- Understand concepts of Search Engine Optimization, algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, and content farming, and how those intersect to affect the digital information environment; and
- Learn strategies and practical actions which can be taken to protect individuals and organizations from the effects of misinformation.
Who Should Attend
This on-demand webinar is intended for any public library worker wishing to sample the educational offerings of the PLA 2026 Virtual Conference.
If you were registered for the PLA 2026 Virtual Conference, or were an in-person full-conference registrant who purchased the Virtual Conference add-on, then you already have access to this recording in the online Conference console until July 3, 2026.
Panelists
Nathaniel Burnard currently serves as the Systems Services Manager at the Allen County Public Library, where he leads in ILS administration, circulation, new technology implementation, and internal customer service processes. Nathaniel has nearly 25 years of experience in public libraries in administration, management, and youth services.
Important Registration Information
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Accommodations
This on-demand webinar is closed captioned in English (United States).
If you have a physical or communication need that may affect your access to this on-demand webinar, please contact us at plawebinars@ala.org or 800-545-2433 ext. 5PLA (5752) prior to registering so we can attempt to provide appropriate accommodations.
Tech Requirements
To play this on-demand webinar you should use a browser with native HTML5 support. Please use the most up-to-date version available of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Opera, or Edge. A fast Internet connection and computer is recommended.
Contact
This webinar is presented by the Public Library Association (PLA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA).
If you have questions or problems accessing a recording, send a message to plawebinars@ala.org or call 800-545-2433 ext. 5PLA (5752).
