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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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ROE 1 Tech Meeting

Fri. October 18, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Brown County Elementary School 501 NW Cross St, Mt. Sterling, IL, United States

Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 11 Tech Networking Meeting

Tue. October 22, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
ROE 11: Clark/Coles/Cumberland/Douglas/Edgar/Moultrie/Shelby 730 7th St, Charleston, Illinois, USA

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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Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Wed. October 23, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $35
ROE 12 Olney Location 407 S Whittle Ave, Olney, 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
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Coaching Data Dashboards (part 1)

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Free
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Learn how to streamline your time management and coaching documentation process using Google Calendar, Forms, Sheets, Slides, & Sites. This session will guide you through creating a system to track your coaching time, including building the form, adding spreadsheet formulas, and building graphs and charts that pipe directly into presentation tools. We'll also demonstrate an automated coaching cycle documentation system that can create and send summary reports for the teachers you work with.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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Funding Office Hours: FCC K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Applications for the FCC's new K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot program open soon. If you have questions about the program, including what it covers and how to apply, tune in to hear the latest from funding expert Mindy Fiscus.

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center
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A Case for AI Literacy: Preparing Staff and Students

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

This training is designed specifically for school administrators who are responsible for leading their schools into the future. No prior experience with AI is required, making this session accessible for all school leaders eager to prepare their communities for the challenges and opportunities ahead, as well as those already here.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Coaching Data Dashboards (part 2)

Thu. October 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Unlock the power of Google's Looker Studio to create interactive, dynamic reports from your Google Sheets data without the need for formulas or coding. This session will focus on transforming your raw data into insightful visualizations that enhance your decision-making and reporting. A laptop and basic experience with Google tools is required, as this will be a hands-on workshop for you to build the solutions you need along with us.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 26 & 33 Tech Meeting

Fri. October 25, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Eager to see educational technology innovation in action? Join this open networking group for a monthly peek into how schools in your area are harnessing classroom technology, enhancing their networking capabilities, and more. Area technology leaders can also use this time to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss pertinent tech topics impacting their schools.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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LTC EdTech Coaches Meeting

Fri. October 25, 2024 | 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
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AI in Action: A Leader’s Guide to Implementation

Tue. October 29, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $215
Online IL, United States

Have you considered the role AI could play in shaping the future of education at your school? This Administrator Academy aims to equip school leaders with the essential knowledge and practical tools to implement AI technologies effectively.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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AI in Action: Practical Applications for the Classroom (Part 2)

Tue. October 29, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm | $25
U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

You know the basics of AI in education. Now, let’s put those fundamentals into practice, starting with this hands-on workshop focused on integrating AI into your student’s learning experience.

We’ll start by highlighting several tools and strategies you can harness to enhance student learning, foster creativity, and personalize instruction. From there, we’ll explore real-world examples of AI integration across various subjects and grade levels, as well as examine how educators can empower students to leverage AI responsibly and ethically.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI Summit: Unlocking the Power of AI in Education

Wed. October 30, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $100
The Regency O'Fallon 400 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, United States

Educators from around the state are invited to discover timely, practical insights on AI-powered lesson planning, crafting AI use policies, strategies for using AI in the classroom, and more.

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