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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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Swiss Army AI: What Every Administrator Needs in Their Toolbox

Thu. November 7, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

This workshop is tailored for school leaders who want to leverage AI to improve efficiency and effectiveness, freeing them up for the human element of leadership. Participants will gain insights into specific AI applications that can be immediately integrated into their workflows, empowering them to lead with confidence in an increasingly digital world. No special software is needed beforehand, making it easy to start exploring these tools right away. Whether you're tech-savvy or just starting out, this session will equip you with the AI tools any administrator could put in their toolbox.

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

CS & STEM Networking Meeting

Thu. November 7, 2024 | 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

ROE 47 Technology Round Table

Fri. November 8, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 47: Lee/Ogle/Whiteside 1001 W 23rd St, Sterling, 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

Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Tue. November 12, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $40
U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, 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

Illinois Education and Technology Conference 2024 (IETC)

Wed. November 13, 2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | $325
Bank of Springfield Center, Springfield, IL 1, Convention Center Plaza,, Springfield, Illinois, United States

Learn, collaborate, and connect with fellow edtech enthusiasts and leaders during a multi-day professional learning experience ideal for collaborating one-on-one with peers and forging meaningful connections.

Tim McIlvain
Tim McIlvain
Executive Director, Learning Technology Center

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Wed. November 13, 2024 | 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

Integrating Computer Literacy and Computer Science in the Classroom

Tue. November 19, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $35
ROE 12 PD Training Center 300 W Main St, Robinson, IL

Whether you teach math, science, language arts, or any other subject, computer literacy and computer science are becoming increasingly relevant to your students' success.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

E-Rate 470 Workshop

Tue. November 19, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand. Tune in for program rules, eligible items, updates, and tools for making your E-Rate life easier.

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

Beyond Worksheets: Audio Projects for Powerful Learning with Soundtrap

Tue. November 19, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Come discover how creative audio projects produced using Soundtrap for Education can be a powerful driver for classroom engagement, collaboration, communication, and more.

Stephanie Kortan
Stephanie Kortan
Territory Manager, Soundtrap

Let’s Get Google Educator Certified- Level 1 Test Prep

Thu. November 21, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States

Are you ready to take your Google skills to the next level? Reserve your spot today in this Google Educator Level 1 test prep workshop.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

E-Rate 470 Workshop

Thu. November 21, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand. Tune in for program rules, eligible items, updates, and tools for making your E-Rate life easier.

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

ROE 54 Tech Networking Meeting

Fri. November 22, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 54: Vermilion 200 S College St Ste B, Danville, Illinois, USA

This networking session welcomes all technology professionals - technology directors, technology support staff, coaches, and IT specialists/leaders. We will kick things off with a brief presentation, but the real magic happens when we open the floor. Share your experiences, challenges, and ideas in a supportive space, and learn from your peers!

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