Edtech PD and Technology Services

Free and low-cost professional learning and services for K-12 districts, educators, and technology leaders.

About Us

An education service agency with a focus on technology.

The Learning Technology Center is a statewide program that supports all public K-12 districts, schools, and educators through technology initiatives, services, and professional learning opportunities. Our goal is to maximize school districts’ access to technology and enhance districts’ use of technology to improve educational opportunities for the students of Illinois.

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Events & Training

Professional development events and training that focus on educational technology trends and best practices. From self-paced to interactive workshops, educators learn practical skills and integration strategies they can implement in the classroom immediately.

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Services

Services designed specifically for the needs of K12 schools, including consulting, technology and cybersecurity audits, an edtech purchasing cooperative, and more.

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Resources

Free downloadable lesson plans, reports, legal briefs, and how-to guides curated to help teachers, coaches, administrators, and library media specialists streamline their workflow and inform their decision-making.

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Latest Articles

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Check out the LTC Blog for tech tips, timely updates, and insights into harnessing educational technology

Blog Post
The Growing Case Against EdTech with Adam Sparks
September 16, 2026

The Growing Case Against EdTech with Adam Sparks

From a provocative headline to Senate hearings, pushback against edtech has recently gained steam. Writer Adam Sparks puts the shift in context and highlights how their claims feed emerging anti-screen…

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
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What is a vCISO? Dedicated Cybersecurity Leadership for K-12 Schools
September 8, 2026 10 min read

What is a vCISO? Dedicated Cybersecurity Leadership for K-12 Schools

Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated. A vCISO offers K-12 schools the dedicated leadership and big-picture perspective needed to understand, manage, and communicate cybersecurity risk.

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Blog Post
Meet our Digital Content Partners
August 19, 2026 5 min read

Meet our Digital Content Partners

Get to know the teachers, coaches, and K-12 leaders leading this fall's webinars + a sneak peek at how they'll help you differentiate tech uses, design engaging PD, and create…

Leadership & Capacity Building
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Latest Contracts from LTC Purchasing Program

Save Money with Cooperative Pricing

LTC Purchasing Program, the LTC’s cooperative program, empowers Illinois K-12 schools by combining district purchasing power to secure affordable, high-quality technology, digital learning tools, and services from trusted vendors.

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Upcoming Events

The LTC holds over 800 professional learning events a year!

Find the perfect PD opportunity for you or your district. Educators will learn, connect, and grow using technology tools that empower educational change with hundreds of options each year for professional growth.

Event

Crazy about Canva? Advanced Skills, Fresh Features, & Custom Creation

Sep 21, 2026 Salem, IL Free

If Canva is already your go-to tool, it’s time to move past basic templates and unlock its true superpowers. We will start with advanced layout and design secrets before diving into Canva's freshest tools for…

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
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ROE 44 Technology Roundtable

Sep 22, 2026 Crystal Lake, IL Free

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in…

Leadership & Capacity Building
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ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Sep 22, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

Leadership & Capacity Building
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ROE 51 & Beyond Tech Leadership Meetings

Sep 22, 2026 Springfield, IL Free

You're invited to an open forum to explore the latest topics and trends in educational technology. This is a unique networking opportunity for all ed-tech professionals—from technology directors to instructional coaches and everyone in between—to…

Leadership & Capacity Building
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Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Sep 22, 2026 Online Free

Looking to connect with fellow library media specialists and grow your professional learning network?

Leadership & Capacity Building
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Mission Impossible: How to Organize a Building-Wide Tech Challenge

Mission Impossible: How to Organize a Building-Wide Tech Challenge

Sep 22, 2026 Online Free

Get your whole building excited about tech integration with ready-to-use challenges that keep it simple, celebrate staff successes, and focus on usefulness (instead of becoming just another overwhelming initiative).

Leadership & Capacity Building
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