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The Learning Technology Center offers a variety of online courses, focusing on educational technology trends and best practices in a format that fits educators’ busy schedules. From self-paced to guided learning, educators learn practical skills to begin implementing in their classrooms immediately.

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Navigating the Digital Age: Essential News and Media Skills

Tue. October 15, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Students must be able to accurately evaluate online information, both in and out of the classroom. Join us to discover practical strategies and lesson resources that build students' news and media literacy skills while cultivating a classroom of civil discourse.

Jennifer Ehehalt
Jennifer Ehehalt
Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Education
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ROE 39 Tech Networking Meeting

Wed. October 16, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 39: Macon/Piatt 3433 Rupp Parkway (Park 101), Decatur, IL, United States

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? Share your voice and network with colleagues at our open discussion!

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Bring 3D Printing into your Classrooms

Wed. October 16, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $40
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

Whether you’re brand new to 3D printing or you have one that’s not being used to its full potential, this workshop will give you the foundation you need. We’ll begin at square one of the 3D printing process and go from ideation to finished print, covering everything in between. You’ll then learn how 3D printers work, how to create and prepare models for printing, how to operate your printer and optimize its settings, and how to troubleshoot your printer when issues arise.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 21 and 30 Technology Roundtable

Wed. October 16, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 30: Administrative Center 101 Spero Dr, Murphysboro, IL, United States

Join us for an open discussion on the current state of technology in our schools. This networking meeting is designed for technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and anyone interested in the intersection of education and IT.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Be Connected: Cybersecurity Basics for Teachers

Wed. October 16, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Every teacher plays a crucial role in keeping digital learning environments safe. Discover cybersecurity skills relevant to your job role on this teacher-focused Be Connected!

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center
Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center
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ROE #3 Cybersecurity Workshop for District Leaders

Thu. October 17, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 3: Bond/Christian/Effingham/Fayette/Montgomery 1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, Illinois, USA

During this workshop, district leaders (including superintendents and technology directors) will participate in a Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise, which simulates a real-world cyber attack in a controlled, scenario-based environment. Through this simulation, your leadership team can test their district's response strategy and uncover potential vulnerabilities worth addressing before a real threat comes knocking.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 35 Technology Round Table

Thu. October 17, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

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
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Building STEM Confidence with NASA-Inspired Virtual Missions

Fri. October 18, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Time to boldly go where STEM learning has never gone before! Join us for an introduction to the Challenger Learning Center at Heartland Community College. During this overview, we'll highlight some of the Center's programs and explore how their NGSS-aligned virtual missions can bring NASA-inspired STEM learning to your students.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Julia Ossler
Julia Ossler
Director, Heartland Community College
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ROE 1 Tech Meeting

Fri. October 18, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Brown County Elementary School 501 NW Cross St, Mt. Sterling, IL, United States

Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 11 Tech Networking Meeting

Tue. October 22, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
ROE 11: Clark/Coles/Cumberland/Douglas/Edgar/Moultrie/Shelby 730 7th St, Charleston, Illinois, USA

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? Share your voice and network with colleagues at our open discussion!

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Wed. October 23, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $35
ROE 12 Olney Location 407 S Whittle Ave, Olney, United States

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting out, join us to discover how Canva can help your students become confident, capable, and creative learners!

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Coaching Data Dashboards (part 1)

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Free
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Learn how to streamline your time management and coaching documentation process using Google Calendar, Forms, Sheets, Slides, & Sites. This session will guide you through creating a system to track your coaching time, including building the form, adding spreadsheet formulas, and building graphs and charts that pipe directly into presentation tools. We'll also demonstrate an automated coaching cycle documentation system that can create and send summary reports for the teachers you work with.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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Funding Office Hours: FCC K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Applications for the FCC's new K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot program open soon. If you have questions about the program, including what it covers and how to apply, tune in to hear the latest from funding expert Mindy Fiscus.

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center
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A Case for AI Literacy: Preparing Staff and Students

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

This training is designed specifically for school administrators who are responsible for leading their schools into the future. No prior experience with AI is required, making this session accessible for all school leaders eager to prepare their communities for the challenges and opportunities ahead, as well as those already here.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Coaching Data Dashboards (part 2)

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Unlock the power of Google's Looker Studio to create interactive, dynamic reports from your Google Sheets data without the need for formulas or coding. This session will focus on transforming your raw data into insightful visualizations that enhance your decision-making and reporting. A laptop and basic experience with Google tools is required, as this will be a hands-on workshop for you to build the solutions you need along with us.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 26 & 33 Tech Meeting

Fri. October 25, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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LTC EdTech Coaches Meeting

Fri. October 25, 2024 | 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
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AI in Action: A Leader’s Guide to Implementation

Tue. October 29, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $215
Online IL, United States

Have you considered the role AI could play in shaping the future of education at your school? This Administrator Academy aims to equip school leaders with the essential knowledge and practical tools to implement AI technologies effectively.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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AI in Action: Practical Applications for the Classroom (Part 2)

Tue. October 29, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm | $25
U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

You know the basics of AI in education. Now, let’s put those fundamentals into practice, starting with this hands-on workshop focused on integrating AI into your student’s learning experience.

We’ll start by highlighting several tools and strategies you can harness to enhance student learning, foster creativity, and personalize instruction. From there, we’ll explore real-world examples of AI integration across various subjects and grade levels, as well as examine how educators can empower students to leverage AI responsibly and ethically.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI Summit: Unlocking the Power of AI in Education

Wed. October 30, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $100
The Regency O'Fallon 400 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, United States

Educators from around the state are invited to discover timely, practical insights on AI-powered lesson planning, crafting AI use policies, strategies for using AI in the classroom, and more.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Be Connected: Securing your Physical Environment

Wed. October 30, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Let's get physical on this week's Be Connected, where we'll focus on best practices for securing your school’s physical network environment, including managing access controls, securing hardware, and monitoring network activity.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center
Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 4 Technology Round Table

Thu. October 31, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 4: Boone/Winnebago 300 Heart Blvd, Loves Park, Illinois, USA

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools. While a short presentation may lead off our time together, the majority of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

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