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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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Productivity Tips and Tricks for Google Tools

Mon. April 24, 2023 | 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

You can streamline your digital workflow in just a few clicks - and Google is here to help! Join us as we dig into how many of Google's most popular tools can help improve your productivity and simplify your workflow.

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

Game On! Esports at your School

Wed. April 26, 2023 | 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm | $20
Online IL, United States

It's time to finally pick up the controller and hit "start" on your district's esports program! Join us for a primer on esports in education, including benefits to students, game options, coaching tips, hardware recommendations, and more.

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

Tech Tools Bootcamp: Creating Screencasts and Basic Video Editing

Wed. April 26, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Lights, camera...action! Join us for a walkthrough of two popular video-recording apps, Screencastify and WeVideo. We'll discuss how students can use these apps to record and edit their own video from almost any device. We'll also touch on best practices for video recording in the classroom (including microphone and camera placement) as well as how to edit videos for maximum student engagement.

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

Declutter your Digital Life

Thu. April 27, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

There’s a better way to work! This workshop for daily Google Workspace users will help you develop a workflow to improve efficiency, cut down on the clutter, and help you get more done each day.

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

Drones in the Classroom

Tue. May 2, 2023 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | $25
ROE 11: Clark/Coles/Cumberland/Douglas/Edgar/Moultrie/Shelby 730 7th St, Charleston, Illinois, USA

Come discover what it takes to bring drones into the classroom as a part of this hands-on workshop. Participants will have the chance to ask questions and learn about essential drone terminology, safety issues, legal concerns, operational requirements, and drone model options. Participants will also walk away a DJI Trello EDU drone of their own to make implementing their newfound drone knowledge even easier.

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

AI in the Classroom

Wed. May 3, 2023 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us as we cut through the AI buzz and examine the implications of artificial intelligence in an education setting. In particular, we’ll focus on how recently released and forthcoming AI tools could impact how students learn and create going forward, as well as how educators can stay ahead of the curve with ready-to-use AI resources.

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

AI and ChatGPT: An Introduction for Teachers

Thu. May 11, 2023 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | $25
Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

Join us as we dive into the the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in education.

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

Let’s Begin: MyStemKits & 3D Printers

Thu. May 11, 2023 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Let's dive deep into some lesson plans you can use to bring the Robo 3D printer into your classroom. Join us as we examine several 3D printable models and a series of STEAM Design Challenges that educators can use to bring science-based learning to life.

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

Take Your Classroom to New Heights with Drones!

Fri. May 12, 2023 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | $150
ROE 41: Madison 157 N Main St Ste 438, Edwardsville, IL

Come discover what it takes to bring drones into the classroom as a part of this hands-on workshop. Participants will have the chance to ask questions and learn about essential drone terminology, safety issues, legal concerns, operational requirements, and drone model options. Participants will also walk away a DJI Trello drone of their own to make implementing their newfound drone knowledge even easier.

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

Social Emotional Learning Monthly Check-In

Tue. May 16, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

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

The Makerspace Starter Kit

Wed. May 17, 2023 | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm | $40
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Are you ready to get a makerspace or STEM lab going at your school, but not quite sure where to start? Maybe you have a space already, but it’s due for a makeover. There are so many options out there, and technology is constantly changing. Where do you start?

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

Class VR Experience

Wed. May 17, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 51: Menard/Sangamon 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, USA

The world's first virtual reality set designed specifically for schools, ClassVR provides teachers with everything they need to deliver engaging VR lessons. Join us to experience ClassVR and discover how your school district or classroom can incorporate its vivid learning content into your existing curriculum.

Anne Hanrahan
Anne Hanrahan
Education Initiatives Specialist, Trafera

CDW Amplified Admin Level 1 Certification Training

Fri. May 19, 2023 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | $250
South Cook ISC 4 253 W Joe Orr Rd, Chicago Heights, Illinois, USA

This CDW Amplified Google Admin Level 1 Certification training will guide your IT staff through educational best practices and Google Workspace for Education Admin console skills and techniques.

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