Event Calendar

LTC Event Schedule

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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Navigating the New Computer Literacy Standards

Thu. March 16, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
Kaskaskia College (Salem Learning Center) 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem

Join us as we explore meaning of computer literacy, the K-12 Computer Literacy Knowledge and Skill Continuum, and how you can bring computer literacy into your classroom while meeting Illinois' new CS standards.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

West 40 Ed Tech Coaches Network Meeting

Fri. March 17, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
West Cook ISC 2 4413 Roosevelt Rd Ste 104, Hillside, Illinois

Join your fellow edtech coaches and specialists from West 40 schools to discuss coaching, teaching, technology, and more! We will meet in person to facilitate discussion and sharing of resources. Bring your ideas, questions, concerns, strategies, and anything else you'd like to share or discuss!

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center

Newline RS+ Interactive Panels Overview

Fri. March 17, 2023 | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Online IL

Join us for a hands-on look at Newline RS+ panel. A Newline Training Specialist will be on hand to answer questions and offer insights into how your district or classroom can make the most of this intuitive learning device.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center

3D Printing FUNdamentals – Hands-On

Tue. March 21, 2023 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 41: Madison 157 N Main St Ste 438, Edwardsville, IL

Join us for an informative, hands-on session where we'll dive deep into the fundamentals of 3D printing, including the software needed for successful printing, the best printer models for education, best practices for planning a 3D printing space, and some curriculum integration essentials.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

Instructional Coach/Teacher Leader Networking Meeting

Tue. March 21, 2023 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Online IL

Area instructional coaches and/or teacher leaders will discuss shared experiences, questions, and ideas around EdTech topics and trends. Participants’ contributions and concerns will drive the conversation.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center

Social Emotional Learning Monthly Check-In

Tue. March 21, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL

During this 1-hour workshop, you'll have a chance to explore how you can foster social-emotional learning through a variety of simple, accessible, technology-driven solutions. Join us each month for a new topic, as well the chance to network and ultimately, help our students grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center

ROE 1 Tech Leadership Meeting

Wed. March 22, 2023 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Brown County Elementary School 501 NW Cross St, Sterling, IL

Join your fellow area technology coordinators, directors, administrators, and tech coaches as we discuss shared experiences, questions, and ideas relating to edtech topics and trends. While each meeting may open with a guest or demonstration, participant contributions and concerns will drive each month's conversation.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center

Tech Tools Bootcamp: Digitally Packaging Curriculum with Google Sites

Wed. March 22, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL

As your school transitions to the new normal of blended learning, save time and your sanity by packaging your online assignments! This workshop will explore the concept of digitally packaging online content, as well as how you can easily accomplish it using Google Sites. With packaged content, students will have everything they need to learn online in one place, saving you valuable instruction time and streamlining your lesson planning workflow. It's even handy for organizing absent!

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

Minecraft Education: Craft, Code, and Learn!

Wed. March 22, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL

Many of your students already love Minecraft. Let’s explore how you can leverage Minecraft Education as a learning powerhouse rich with ready-made lessons and built-in collaborative projects.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center

Media Literacy & Digital Tattoos: Growing Up in a Digital Age

Thu. March 23, 2023 | 8:30 am - 11:00 am | $40
ROE 3: Bond/Christian/Effingham/Fayette/Montgomery 1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, Illinois

How can we as educators help our students become outstanding digital citizens? Join us as we dig into the challenges today's learners* face as they grow up in a digital age. We'll also examine strategies for honing students' digital literacy skills, including best practices for keep themselves safe, alert, and kind online.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center

Hands-On Fun with Sphero

Thu. March 23, 2023 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | Free
Capital Area Career Center 2201 Toronto Road, Springfield, IL

Join us to explore hands-on lessons for yourself that tackle computer science concepts in fun and exciting ways! Prepare to get actively engaged in your own learning as you work collaboratively to define problems and design solutions with Sphero Education.

Newline RS+ Series Interactive Panel Q & A

Fri. March 24, 2023 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL

Have specific questions about using your Newline RS+ panel? Join this live Q&A session, where you can get answers and insights directly from a Newline Training Specialist.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center