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.

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.

Services

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

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.

Latest Articles

Stay Up-To-Date

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

Will AI Replace Coding? More CS Questions Answered

Cody is back with more answers! Can coding still help students become workforce ready? How can I make my coding club more inclusive? And am I even qualified to teach

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

LTC Launches Cyber Incident Readiness Self-Evaluation for K-12 Schools

Pairing together a practical framework and an easy-to-use self-evaluation tool, this new national resource can help all K-12 districts move from ad-hoc response to consistent incident management.

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Tim McIlvain
Tim McIlvain
Executive Director, Learning Technology Center

How Do I Start Teaching CS? Your CS Questions Answered

What are the best starter resources for teaching coding? How can I build my CS teaching confidence? How do you sustainably build a CS program in a rural district? Cody

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
Latest Contracts from ILTPP

Save Money with Cooperative Pricing

ILTPP, 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.

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.

Career Spark: STEAM Expo

Apr 14, 2026
Free

Join us for the CareerSpark – STEAM Expo in Springfield, an engaging and interactive experience designed to ignite students’ interest in the dynamic fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). This event is

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Featured (Webinar)PadletTools

Tech Treks: Using Sandbox Mode in Padlet

Apr 14, 2026
Free

Take the next step on your Padlet trek with a hands-on session focused on Padlet’s newest interactive whiteboard, a flexible, visual canvas perfect for brainstorming, mapping ideas, and building interactive lessons.

Zareen Levien
Zareen Levien
Education Marketing Manager, Padlet

Canva Power-Up: 10 Hacks for Speed and Style

Apr 14, 2026
Free

You’ve mastered the basics in Canva, so now it’s time for the greatest hits!

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
Asset ManagementCybersecurityTechnology Infrastructure

Be Connected: Patch Management

Apr 15, 2026
Free

There’s a better way to patch! Let’s dig into how your district can shift from reactive clicking to a structured lifecycle of testing and deploying updates across servers, workstations, and network firmware.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Apr 15, 2026
Free

Join fellow K-12 librarians each month to discuss shared experiences, ask questions, and share ideas for supporting robust school library programs.

Neha Thakkar
Neha Thakkar
Principal Consultant, Illinois State Board of Education

ROE 9 & ROE 54 Tech Networking Meeting

Apr 16, 2026
Free

Curious about how other district technology leaders are tackling challenges and initiatives in their districts? Do you have new technology projects/upgrades going on in your district that others might want to hear about?

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center