Looking for a specific LMS combination for the LTC SPARK Parent Resource Hub? Find the master list of embed codes here, including all Spanish options!
Grades: 9-12
CSAT – CIS Controls Self-Assessment Tool
The CIS Controls Self-Assessment Tool, or CIS CSAT, is a free web application that enables security leaders to track and prioritize their implementation of the CIS Controls. For each CIS Control and sub-control, CSAT helps organizations track its documentation, implementation, automation, and reporting.
Reasonable Security Practices
The Learning Technology Center selected 43 security best practices that all districts should implement to comply with the Student Online Personal Protection Act. The practices align with CIS Controls, a globally recognized cybersecurity standard, and are vetted by Illinois school district technology leaders.
Zoom Guides for Parents/Students
Editable instruction sheets for Zoom for students using Zoom on computers or iPads.
Spanish Version: Translations by native Spanish speaker, Mariel Early
Polish Version: Translations by Bozena Stelmakova
French Version: Translations by Claire Bouyssie (Blog, Instagram)
German Version: Translations by @teaching.with.tablets
Arabic Version: Translations by Laila Timani
SPARK Parent Webinar Series: Get to Know Google Classroom
Join us as we talk with Ben Sondgeroth, LTC Regional Educational Technology Coordinator and Google Expert, as we discuss the top things parents need to know to help their students be successful for the new school year. We will cover Google Classroom basics and leave time for Q & A!
This is an on-demand webinar.
Steven Svetlik
Jennifer Keith
Todd Dugan
Family Guide to Microsoft Teams
Everything your student needs to know to get started with online learning.
Back to School on a Budget
Are your kids ready for remote learning, but your house is not?
Are you dreading shelling out too much money for yet another piece of furniture (let alone where it is going to fit in your house!)?
Check out these creative workspace solutions for the at-home, remote learners in your life. Most importantly, each solution comes in at under $40.00 (including optional supplies)!