Using Canva’s Magic Studio

Thu. February 27, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Unleash the power of Canva's Magic Studio and transform your teaching materials with AI! This workshop dives into Magic Studio's tools, such as Magic Write, Design, Edit, and Eraser, to help you effortlessly generate creative text, design captivating visuals, and enhance images.

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

Canva Apps & Add-ons for Awesomeness!

Mon. March 3, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Ready to take your Canva skills to the next level? Join us to discover game-changing add-ons you can use to bulk create various classroom supports + uncover hidden features that make your designs standout.

Emily Pool
Emily Pool
Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center

Be Connected: Incident Response Plan Templates

Wed. March 5, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Cyber preparedness doesn't mean reinventing the wheel. Tune into this week's Be Connected to explore Incident Response Plan templates your school can use to prepare for cybersecurity threats.

During this showcase, we’ll break down how to use each template effectively, from identifying key stakeholders to streamlining your response process. Join us for a practical discussion on turning plans into action before an incident occurs!

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

LTC EdTech Coaches Meeting

Fri. March 7, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join our monthly virtual networking group and connect with Illinois' growing instructional technology coaching community.

Amy Graham
Amy Graham
Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center

Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI

Fri. March 7, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $35
Online IL, United States

This workshop aims to demystify AI and empower you to embrace its potential without overwhelming technical jargon. Additionally, it will provide you with insights to innovate, enhance instructional methodologies, and adapt assessment practices to better meet the needs of diverse learners.

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

E-Rate 471 Workshop

Tue. March 11, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand. Tune in for full details on the information needed to complete this form, including discount calculations, costs of service, service providers, and more.

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

Understanding Digital Pull: Strategies for Supporting Well-Being at Home

Tue. March 11, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Healthy technology use starts at home. Join fellow parents and educators to learn how digital platforms capture young people's attention + actionable strategies for fostering a balanced relationship with technology.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Human-Centered Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Wed. March 12, 2025 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join the LTC's Holly Kelly for a monthly virtual networking meeting explicitly geared to the needs of today's library media specialists.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Human-Centered Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center

Canva Whiteboards Made Easy

Wed. March 12, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Your Jamboard replacement is here! Join us to get hands-on with Canva Whiteboards and discover how to use it to build interactive, collaborative experiences and manage student contributions.

Linda DeYounge
Linda DeYounge
Program Manager of Online Learning, Learning Technology Center

Harnessing the Magic of MagicSchool AI

Wed. March 12, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us for this virtual workshop exploring MagicSchool, a leading AI platform, that allows educators to save time in creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, writing assessments, creating IEP goals, communicating, and more.

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

CS & STEM Networking Meeting

Thu. March 13, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Calling all K-12 computer science and STEM educators! Join your peers from across the state each month for an informative, engagement-rich networking meeting centered on topics that matter most to you.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

Science Laboratory Safety: Flinn Answers to Top Questions

Wed. March 19, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Online IL, United States

Flinn Scientific, a leader in promoting safety in educational science laboratories, discusses the safety challenges facing teachers in the science laboratories and offers possible solutions to those issues. Common safety issues that will be covered include, laboratory ventilation, eye Washes and body Showers, and chemical organization and storage.