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.
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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.
CDW and Azure Red Carpet Event. Attend in person at the CDW Rosemont Office, and gain valuable insights from our experts, participate in interactive Q&A sessions, and connect with peers. Don’t miss this opportunity to walk away with actionable strategies to optimize your Azure environment, improve scalability, and drive better student outcomes.
Explore real-world examples of how schools are currently using AI to enhance educational outcomes and streamline operations. Learn to strategically integrate AI solutions, address ethical and privacy concerns, and nurture a culture that embraces technological advancements.
Specifically for ELA Teachers, this workshop will address meaningful, productive, creative, and content-specific uses of technology in the classroom. We will focus on a multitude of tools and resources that can transform learning in ELA classrooms by effectively leveraging technology. From transforming presentations to add-ons and extensions that extend the capabilities of writing, participants will walk away from this session with the skills and knowledge needed to thoughtfully integrate technology into their ELA classroom.
Check out the LTC Blog for tech tips, timely updates, and insights into harnessing educational technology
With a clear risk for misuse and bullying, the growing presence of AI images in schools is more than a technology issue. It’s a human issue, and educators need to respond.
Navigating the digital world with young kids isn’t easy, but it can start with something as simple as a song. Our guest walks us through helping PK-3 students build healthy, lasting digital habits.
With hands-on experiences and industry-aligned curriculum, CTE doesn’t just prepare students for the workforce—it gives them a leg up on technical literacy, problem-solving abilities, and confidence.
