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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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Best Practices for Implementing Personal Finance Instruction

Tue. October 8, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us for an introduction to free curriculum, resources, and professional development that teaches students about how to manage their money, investments, debts, and more. This workshop will focus on a brief demo of Intuit for Education, as well as information on how your district can take the next step toward implementing effective personal finance education into your curriculum.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Stepan Mekhitarian
Stepan Mekhitarian
Western Regional Manager of K-12 Outreach, Intuit
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ROE 51 Tech Leadership Meeting

Tue. October 8, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
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
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ROE 20, ROE 12, ROE 13 Technology Roundtable

Tue. October 8, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
Online 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.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 9 Tech Networking Meeting

Tue. October 8, 2024 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 9: Champaign/Ford 3358 Big Pine Trail, Champaign, Illinois, USA

Whether you're new to edtech or a seasoned expert, you have a voice at this table. Join us each month and walk away better prepared to support technology in your district.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Wed. October 9, 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
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I-KAN ROE Cybersecurity Workshop for District Leaders

Wed. October 9, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 32: Iroquois/Kankakee 1 Stuart Dr, Kankakee, Illinois, USA

Join the LTC's Duane Shaffer for an engaging training focused on identifying and responding to cyber attacks in an educational environment.

Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center
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Take Coding to the Sky with Drones!

Wed. October 9, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $255
McHenry County Community Foundation 33 E. Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Come discover what it takes to bring drones into the classroom as a part of this hands-on workshop. Participants will have the chance to ask questions, code their own drone, and learn about essential drone terminology, safety issues, legal concerns, operational requirements, and drone model options.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Funding Office Hours: FCC K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Fri. October 11, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Want to know more about the FCC's new K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot program? Join the LTC's funding expert for program updates, guidance, and answers to your questions about the application process.

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