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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 Seas our Students & Children Explore

Thu. May 16, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us as we chart technology's profound impact on today's students and their developing brains. On this voyage, we'll explore how digital media, social medial, computer literacy, and AI all intersect with daily life for today's youth. Along the way, we'll also uncover how digital stressors contribute to negative mental health and discuss strategies for supporting our children's mental wellness - even as they are raised in an era vastly different from the one we grew up in.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Human-Centered Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center
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Apple Professional Learning Series: Keynote

Mon. May 20, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

It's time to take the main stage with Apple's Keynote. Join us to explore how you and your students can use Keynote to illustrate concepts, demonstrate learning, and animate processes - all in a single user-friendly presentation app.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Computer Science Lunch and Learn – CS PD Week 2024

Tue. May 21, 2024 | 11:30 am - 12:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Ready to take your CS program to the stars? Join us to learn about CS PD Week, this summer's premier professional learning experience with tracks for K-3, 6-12, and 9-12 teachers.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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School Law Update: Edtech Updates Heading into 2024-25

Tue. May 21, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Calling all K-12 leaders and administrators - it's time for a school law update! Join Attorney Brandon K. Wright as he answers and discusses your legal questions surrounding technology use in schools - including important developments heading into the next school year.

Brandon Wright
Brandon Wright
Attorney, Miller, Tracy, Braun, Funk & Miller Ltd.
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3D Printing for Educators

Wed. May 29, 2024 | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm | $40
ISC 2 West Cook Office 415 Lexington St, Maywood, IL, United States

Whether you’re thinking of buying your first printer, or you already have one that’s not being used to its full potential, this workshop will give you the foundation you need to bring 3D printing into the classroom.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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Apple Professional Learning Series: Pages

Mon. June 3, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Apple Pages is your one-stop app for unleashing your student's creativity and bringing project-based learning to life. Join us to explore how to use this app create multimodal reports, newsletters, posters, books, and more using beautiful templates, customized fonts, images, movies, audio, shapes, and drawings.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 20 Educational Technology Roundtable

Tue. June 4, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
White County Extension Center 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

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, teachers, 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.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Unpacking the New Illinois Computer Science Standards

Wed. June 5, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us for this workshop, where we'll open up the new K-12 Computer Science learning standards and break them into digestible and actionable segments.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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Bring 3D Printing into your Classrooms

Thu. June 6, 2024 | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm | $170
ROE 47: Lee/Ogle/Whiteside 1001 W 23rd St, Sterling, Illinois, USA

Innovative problem solvers are using 3D printing in every industry, from medicine to construction to space exploration. Teach your students to design for the future by adding 3D printing to your curriculum!

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Apple Professional Learning Series: Numbers

Mon. June 10, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Bring data visualization to life in your classroom with Apple's Numbers. Join us to explore how to use Numbers to organize and explain data through colorful charts, summary tables, photo, and video. We’ll also dive into how Numbers can be used as an organizational tool for learning!

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

Tue. June 11, 2024 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | $100
University of Illinois- Campus Instructional Facility 1405 W Springfield, Urbana, IL, United States

Gain valuable insights and practical strategies for tackling the toughest IT issues facing your school district while connecting with fellow tech directors and IT staff in a collaborative environment.

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Unleashing the Power of AI in Education

Tue. June 11, 2024 | 8:30 am - 1:30 pm | Free
Indian Trail Junior High 222 N. Kennedy Drive, Addison, United States

Throughout the day, attendees will hear expert insights on AI use and policy from a variety of specialists, including the LTC's Eric Santos. Register today to ensure your classroom or school is prepared to safely and efficiently harness this multi-faceted edtech innovation.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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