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

Golf Outing Returns to Support Technology Mini Grants

Join fellow educators, school leaders, and golf enthusiasts for a full day on the links, with funds raised supporting grants that promote creative and meaningful tech integration.

Digital Equity
Tim McIlvain
Tim McIlvain
Executive Director, Learning Technology Center

12 Cybersecurity Practices your District Should Already Have in Place

Resilient cybersecurity is not a set-it-and-forget-it pursuit. Re-check your district’s procedures with these best practices in mind to stay on top of account management and data governance.

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center

The Middle School Maker (Student Voices, Part 2)

How does a broken shoe strap turn into a thriving small business? Hear how an Illinois 8th grader 3D printed his way to entrepreneurship with a little curiosity and a

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
Linda DeYounge
Linda DeYounge
Program Manager of Online Learning, 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.

ROE 44 Technology Roundtable

May 4, 2026
Free

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

ROE 13 Technology Roundtable

May 4, 2026
Free

oin us for an open discussion on the current state of technology in our schools.

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

AA 4229: AI Vision & Strategy: A Leader’s Guide to School-Wide AI Implementation

May 5, 2026
$200

This course will help school leaders move beyond isolated AI tools and develop a cohesive, long-term vision for artificial intelligence in their school or district – through vision creation, policy development, and implementation.

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

Drones for High Flying Creativity and Computer Science

May 5, 2026
$299

Take learning to new heights with drones!

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center

ROE 4 Technology Roundtable

May 5, 2026
Free

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

Microsoft and AI Conversations

May 6, 2026
Free

We invite all Microsoft School Districts to join us for an upcoming session showcasing practical use cases of Microsoft AI tools currently transforming classrooms.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center