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LTC Event Schedule

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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ROE 40 Tech Leadership Meeting

Fri. February 28, 2025 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Carlinville CUSD 1 829 W Main Street, Carlinville, IL, United States

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.

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

Google Level 1 Certification

Tue. March 4, 2025 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 40: Jerseyville Office 201 W. Exchange, Jerseyville, United States

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.

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

ROE 35 Technology Round Table

Tue. March 4, 2025 | 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

AI Series Part 3: AI Assistants: AI Tools to Make Life Easier

Wed. March 5, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $40
ROE 49: Rock Island 3430 Avenue of The Cities, Moline, Illinois, USA

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.

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

ROE 48 and ROE 53 Tech Leaders Roundtable

Fri. March 7, 2025 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Distillery Labs 201 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL, United States

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.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Kelli Ballard
Kelli Ballard
Professional Development Coordinator, ROE 53: Mason/Tazewell/Woodford

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

AI Tools for the Classroom

Fri. March 7, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Monroe SD 70 5137 W Cisna Rd, Bartonville, IL, United States

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.

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

ROE 51 Tech Leadership Meeting

Tue. March 11, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
ROE 51: Menard/Sangamon 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL

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.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West 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