Technology PD and Services

Free and low-cost professional learning and services for K-12 districts, educators, and technology leaders.

About Us

An education service agency with a focus on technology.

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.

Events & Training

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

Services designed specifically for the needs of K12 schools, including consulting, technology and cybersecurity audits, an edtech purchasing cooperative, and more.

Resources

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.

Impact

We Support Districts, Schools and Educators Across the State of Illinois

852

School Districts Receiving Support in Illinois

650+

LTC Professional Learning Events Each Year

24,000

Professional Learning Event Participants Per Year

300,000

Students Reached Across Illinois

Upcoming Events

The LTC holds over 650 professional learning events a year!

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.

Artificial Intelligence Explorations and their Practical Use in Schools

| $249

In this self-paced course developed by ISTE, learn to identify the various AI types, hear about AI technologies on the horizon, and make AI concrete and accessible for you and your students by building your own tools.

Linda DeYounge
Linda DeYounge
Program Manager of Online Learning, Learning Technology Center

3D Printing: Design, Slice, and Create with Tinkercad & 3D Slicers

| $40

Explore the exciting world of 3D printing in this hands-on workshop, designed for both beginners and intermediate users. We’ll start by mastering the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad, and then move on to slicing with common slicing software. Discover the essential steps to prepare your digital designs for physical creation. For those with some experience, we’ll dive a little deeper into design techniques and slicing strategies to optimize your prints, without overwhelming you with advanced technicalities. Learn how to translate your digital designs into tangible objects, gaining practical experience and confidence. This interactive session will equip you with the knowledge to bring your creative projects to life, regardless of your 3D printer.

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

3D Printing: Design, Slice, and Create with Tinkercad & 3D Slicers

| $40

Explore the exciting world of 3D printing in this hands-on workshop, designed for both beginners and intermediate users. We’ll start by mastering the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad, and then move on to slicing with common slicing software.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Check out the LTC Blog for tech tips, timely updates, and insights into harnessing educational technology

Digital WellnessSocial Emotional Learning (SEL)

Featured Resource: Parent Toolkit for Supporting Digital Balance at Home

Digital balance starts at home. Educators can kickstart those conversations with this toolkit, which examines the roots of digital dependency and provides actionable strategies for parents.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Human-Centered Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center
3D printingComputer Science (CS)STEM

Seventh Grade Entrepreneur Wins Illinois State Fair Butter Cow 3D Printing Contest

Congratulations to this year’s contest winner from southern Illinois, who blended creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to design this unique tribute to a State Fair icon.

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing, Learning Technology Center
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Instant Student Feedback with AI

Why wait? Instant feedback is a reality in today’s classrooms − and it can transform learning into an active, student-driven experience. A digital trailblazer explains how and explores AI’s impact on academic integrity.

Holly Clark
Holly Clark
Author and Educator, Infused Classroom