Free and low-cost professional learning and services for K12 districts, educators, and technology leaders.
The Learning Technology Center is a statewide program that supports all public K-12 districts, schools, and educators through technology initiatives, services, and professional learning opportunities. Our goal is to maximize school districts’ access to technology and enhance districts’ use of technology to improve educational opportunities for the students of Illinois.
Professional development events and training that focus on educational technology trends and best practices. From self-paced to interactive workshops, educators learn practical skills and integration strategies they can implement in the classroom immediately.
Services designed specifically for the needs of K12 schools, including consulting, technology and cybersecurity audits, an edtech purchasing cooperative, and more.
Free downloadable lesson plans, reports, legal briefs, and how-to guides curated to help teachers, coaches, administrators, and library media specialists streamline their workflow and inform their decision-making.
School Districts Receiving Support in Illinois
LTC Professional Learning Events Each Year
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Students Reached Across Illinois
Find the perfect PD opportunity for you or your district. Educators will learn, connect, and grow using technology tools that empower educational change with hundreds of options each year for professional growth.
This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for future tech-powered work opportunities.
In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.
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.
Check out the LTC Blog for tech tips, timely updates, and insights into harnessing educational technology
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