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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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AI Series Part 1: What is AI and How Do We Use It in Education?

Wed. December 4, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $40
ROE 49: Rock Island 3430 Avenue of The Cities, Moline, Illinois, USA

There's more to AI than meets the eye. Join us for this hands-on workshop where teachers of all grade levels can begin exploring artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential uses in the classroom.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Bringing NASA-Inspired STEM to your Classroom

Wed. December 4, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Mission control for STEM-centered learning is closer to home than you think! Join us for an introduction to the Challenger Learning Center at Heartland Community College. During this overview, we'll highlight some of the Center's programs and explore how their NGSS-aligned virtual missions can bring NASA-inspired STEM learning to your students.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Julia Ossler
Julia Ossler
Director, Heartland Community College
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Press “Start” on your District’s Esports Program

Thu. December 5, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $25
Online IL, United States

You've heard about it in the news. Your students have been begging for it. Now it's time to finally pick up the controller and hit "start" on your district's esports program. But what are you supposed to do if you're starting at Level 1?

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

Fri. December 6, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | Free
Five Points Washington 360 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington

This in-person event, intended for teachers, tech directors, and admins, aims to raise awareness about the latest advancements in STEM technology, how they can be implemented in your schools, and their impact on your students. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious to learn more, this mini-conference is perfect for you!

Engage in workshops led by Professional Development Specialists and check out the exhibit area to experience demos led by product experts, where you can learn practical skills and gain insights into the programs and services available to your schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI in the Classroom

Fri. December 6, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Monroe SD 70 5137 W Cisna Rd, Bartonville, IL, United States

Artificial intelligence is here, and unlike what you’ve seen in the movies, AI isn’t coming to destroy humans – it’s coming to disrupt our classrooms. Should educators be afraid, excited, or both? Can educators embrace AI’s potential while ensuring their students still learn the value of creating original work?

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI 101 for Educators: A Beginner’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Classroom

Mon. December 9, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $25
ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean 201 E. Grove Street, Suite 300, Bloomington, IL

AI isn't making our current classrooms obsolete. But if we harness this new tool for learning now, we can future-proof our classrooms and better prepare our students for many evolving learning paths ahead.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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E-Rate 470 Workshop

Thu. December 12, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | 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
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Level the Playing Field: Tech-Powered Translation Tools for ELL Success

Sun. December 15, 2024 | 8:30 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 30: Administrative Center 101 Spero Dr, Murphysboro, IL, United States

Join us to discover how you can leverage technology tools to support English Language Learners (ELLs) in your classroom.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Bring 3D Printing into your Classrooms

Mon. December 16, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $35
ROE 8: Carroll/Jo Daviess/Stephenson 27 S State Ave Ste 101, Freeport, 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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E-Rate 470 Workshop

Tue. December 17, 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
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Taming the Email Beast: Gmail Hacks for Teachers

Mon. January 6, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
Ridgeview Jr./Sr. High School 300 S Harrison St, Colfax, IL, United States

This workshop explores Gmail's powerful features, focusing on labels and filters to help you organize, prioritize, and automate your email management. Learn to tame the chaos of student, parent, and administrative emails, freeing you to focus on what truly matters: your students and your teaching.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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TeachGPT: How to Make AI Your TA

Mon. January 6, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Free
Newark High School 413 Chicago Rd, Newark, IL, United States

This workshop will demonstrate how you can use various AI tools as your personal teaching assistant to save you time, access more resources, and provide more personalized learning to students. We’ll demonstrate creative uses of the most commonly known generative AI programs like Chat GPT and Gemini. We’ll also demonstrate other AI-powered tools that are custom-designed for educators.

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