Looking Ahead to 2025 – 5 Questions with Tim McIlvain
What’s ahead for the LTC in 2025? Our Executive Director shares his insights on edtech’s future and how the LTC is preparing to meet the evolving needs of Illinois schools.
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9 Powerful Ways Districts Can Engage Parents in AI Education
Parents want to know how AI will impact their child’s learning. These strategies can help districts build trust and clear up misunderstandings as AI enters the classroom.
See MoreE-Rate Update: FY 2025 Form 470 & Form 471 Deadlines
Deadlines for 2025’s Form 470 and Form 471 have been announced. Mark your calendars now and make plans to complete your application so that your funding request stays on track.
See MoreFunding Update: USF, E-Rate, and Ongoing Litigation
As 2024 comes to close, the funding that supports E-Rate is undergoing critical examination. Here are the latest updates on pending litigation and potential outcomes.
See MoreAnticipating Illinois’ Guidance on AI in Schools
At the start of 2025, Illinois’ AI task force will release recommendations for use in multiple sectors – including education. Here’s how their recommendations may impact statewide guidance for AI use in schools.
See MoreIf AI Can Code, Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?
CS is so much more than syntax or writing loops. Here are six reasons to keep CS in the educational conversation right now + how CS prepares students for an AI-powered workforce.
See More2024 State of CS Education in Illinois
This past year, Illinois has taken significant steps toward expanding K-12 student access to engaging CS education – statewide standards, funding, and professional learning opportunities.
See MoreExtra Student Data Privacy Support with TEC
Protecting student data and achieving SOPPA compliance requires extra effort. We’re partnering with TEC to offe access to legal and negotiation support + over 2,000 pre-negotiated vendor agreements.
See MoreStrengthening Student Data Privacy with CoSN’s Trusted Learning Environment Program
Starting now, Illinois school districts can get free data privacy guidance through CoSN’s Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal program.
See MoreOne-to-One Season Two Preview
The One-to-One podcast is back for an exciting Season 2, featuring fresh guests and a brand-new co-host!
Check out what’s in store this month – including an interview with famed edtech innovator Eric Curts.
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