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

“Pushing Our Work Beyond the Classroom” A Conversation with a Student AI Innovator

Winners of the inaugural Illinois AI Challenge share what inspired their project, what they learned from their experience, and how AI is impacting their educational life.

Artificial Intelligence
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

Tech Directors Need Mentors, Too

K-12 IT teams are often isolated. Peer-led mentorship can break that norm. We hear from a current and a former mentee to learn about school tech leadership’s steep learning curve

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Justin Morgan
Justin Morgan
IT Strategy Manager, Learning Technology Center

Finding What You’re Looking For on the Marketplace

Looking for replacement parts? Want to stock up on instructional supplies? Here are four strategies for using the Marketplace to search for everything on your district’s shopping list.

Technology Planning & Procurement
Amanda Bruns
Amanda Bruns
Member Engagement Manager, 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.

SOC vs. The Clock!

Mar 4, 2026
Free

Sophos and Twotrees, in partnership with the Regional Offices of Education and the Learning Technology Centers, invite Illinois K-12 Technology Directors and Cybersecurity staff to an immersive, live cybersecurity experience unlike anything you’ve seen before.

Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center

ROE 13 Technology Roundtable

Mar 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
Cybersecurity

Be Connected: Penetration Testing

Mar 4, 2026
Free

Tune in to explore why resilient K-12 defenses require both external perimeter testing (to block outside intruders) and internal testing (to simulate what happens after a credential is lost or a device is compromised).

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

Canva Mastery for Educators: AI Tools, Video Creation, and Advanced Lesson Design

Mar 5, 2026
$50

Go beyond the basics and leverage Canva’s most advanced features, including Magic Write and Magic Media, to brainstorm ideas, generate content, and create custom visuals with efficiency.

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

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Mar 5, 2026
Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing, Learning Technology Center

SOC vs. The Clock!

Mar 5, 2026
Free

Illinois K-12 technology directors and cybersecurity staff will be immersed in a live cybersecurity experience unlike anything you’ve seen before.

Jason Lassourreille
Jason Lassourreille
Senior Sales Engineer, Sophos