Hey, IDEAcon attendees - join us Tuesday evening at Westwood Tavern for food, drinks, and the chance to connect with fellow CS educators from across the state!
Discover how to lead the pack and stay aware of emergent cyber threats with support from ByteSpeed and Arctic Wolf. Tune in to see their Managed Detection and Response solution in action!
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.
Join us for our virtual session to explore School AI, a cutting-edge tool that empowers educators to create interactive and personalized learning “Spaces” for students with AI tutors, letters, and activities. Discover how to leverage AI to foster creativity and streamline your workflow.
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.
You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.
Ready to elevate student engagement and simplify your lesson delivery? Join us for a hands-on demonstration where you’ll unlock Nearpod's potential for creating interactive lessons.
Are you new to Canva and ready to try it out? In this virtual session, you will learn how to search for and create amazing designs in minutes with Canva's templates and tools.
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.
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. We'll tackle challenges, share successes, and explore the evolving edtech landscape. Come brainstorm, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Whether you're seeking solutions, want to stay ahead of trends, or need a supportive space, this meeting is for you!
In this workshop, you'll choose from a variety of templates and collaborate with fellow professionals to develop a customized response strategy. Gain valuable insights from experienced professionals and leave with a draft plan, ready for finalization with your district leadership.
In this interactive session, we'll dive into the time-saving tools that help tailor your teaching to meet the unique needs of every student. Explore how Diffit, MagicSchool, and other tools can transform your classroom into a personalized learning haven.
This Cybersecurity webinar hosted by CTL will take place on Wednesday, February 26, at 12PM. CTL and an industry expert, will provide a step-by-step guide to securing your Google Workspace environment, with a view to helping schools and districts protect valuable data.
Unlock the full potential of Google's suite of tools. In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover practical strategies for navigating Chrome efficiently, managing tabs and bookmarks, utilizing powerful productivity extensions, and more.
Ozobot's Evo robots are tiny programmable robots that are a fun and interactive way to introduce coding to students of all ages. In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn the basics of Ozobots, including how they work and how to program them.
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.
You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.
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.
This workshop will break down the Google Educator Level 1 Certification into smaller segments while preparing you for the exam. Each segment will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom, Forms and Sheets, and test prep tips.
Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.
A digital assistant to help streamline teaching tasks? Thanks to AI-powered tools, it's a reality. See how current educators are making their life easier during this hands-on workshop for teachers of all grade levels, where we'll focus on tools that can take some of the heavy lifting out of lesson planning, grading, and student engagement.
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!
This group, hosted by ROE 53, ROE 48 and the Learning Technology Center, will meet monthly to see tech innovation in action within area schools. Time will also be provided for networking and sharing information on pertinent tech topics with other technology leaders in our region.
Join our monthly virtual networking group and connect with Illinois' growing instructional technology coaching community.
Join us to discover how to leverage AI to foster creativity in your classroom and streamline your teaching workflow.
We will explore School AI and BriskTeaching, cutting-edge AI tools that empower educators to create interactive and personalized learning spaces for students with AI tutors and activities.
You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.
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.
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.
Join the LTC's Holly Kelly for a monthly virtual networking meeting explicitly geared to the needs of today's library media specialists.
Visit the SIUE STEM Center to see the equipment lending library, try some of the hands-on demonstrations, and talk with our STEM education staff about recent projects and opportunities to partner!
Let’s examine what you should consider before a copilot POC. This webinar will discuss how copilot functions, security concerns, and governance. It will also discuss preparing your 365 environments to mitigate exfiltration and exposure risks from Copilot.
ManagedMethods invites you to join our upcoming CITE-Hosted webinar on Wednesday, March 12th.
Join Manuel Sanchez, Director of Technology at Azusa Unified School District, and David Waugh, CRO of ManagedMethods, for a live educational webinar tailored for K-12 IT professionals. Learn how to conduct quick, effective cybersecurity and student safety audits using your current tools, and discover how ManagedMethods' K-12-specific automation can dramatically streamline your processes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This week on Be Connected, we’re diving into strategies for building a strong cybersecurity culture in your school district, starting from the ground up. From practical tips to effective processes, we’ll explore ways to engage staff, students, and leadership in security awareness.
Join us for an engaging session that will take you through a brief history of AI, highlighting its evolution and current advancements, particularly in generative AI. We'll dive into the concept of AI literacy, providing foundational knowledge and practical strategies for integrating AI into your teaching practice.
Esports is an excellent way for students to participate in a team-based activity while developing social and practical skills that can lead to emergent college and career activities.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting out, master essential design tools and empower student voice and choice. Unlock the limitless potential of Canva to create an out-of-this-world educational experience!
With the increasing reliance on technology in education, schools face a growing number of cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive student data, disrupt learning, and undermine trust. Conducting regular internal […]
Join us for this important conversation as we work to bridge the AI literacy gap and prepare students for an AI-driven world. This panel will explore key findings from the Illinois AI Report and discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI integration in rural K-12 schools.
This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for future tech-powered work opportunities.
In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.
You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.
Leaders and teachers from ROE 28 school districts will come together to discuss current CS programs and explore opportunities for support.
This introductory workshop is designed to empower special education teachers, new to AI, with the essential skills to address their unique classroom challenges and reduce workload.
You are invited to an open forum discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking opportunity is open to all educational technology professionals, including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other roles interested in exploring the present landscape of technology in our schools.
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.
