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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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ROE 4 Technology Round Table

Fri. October 27, 2023 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 4: Boone/Winnebago 300 Heart Blvd, Loves Park, Illinois, USA

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends. This networking meeting is open to all educational technology positions including technology directors, instructional technology coaches, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools. While a short presentation may lead off our time together, the majority of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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AI and ChatGPT: An Introduction for Educators

Tue. October 31, 2023 | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm | $40
ROE 3: Bond/Christian/Effingham/Fayette/Montgomery 1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, Illinois, USA

Join us as we delve into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its incredible potential in education. This workshop offers educators a comprehensive exploration of AI's fundamentals, advantages, and limitations, along with invaluable insights into leveraging AI tools to elevate teaching and learning experiences in the classroom.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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IETC 23

Wed. November 1, 2023 - |
Bank of Springfield Center, Springfield, IL 1, Convention Center Plaza,, Springfield, Illinois, United States
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Educators

Mon. November 6, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | 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.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Declutter Your Digital Life

Mon. November 6, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

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

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Google’s Secret Gems

Tue. November 7, 2023 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | $35
Online IL, United States

What if I told you that beyond Docs and Slides lies an entire Googleverse of lesser-known tools? These tools can infuse creativity and collaboration into your classroom with minimal planning. Join us as we uncover lesser known Google tools that can help students connect with each other and the world outside their classroom.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Minecraft EDU: Craft, Code, and Learn!

Tue. November 7, 2023 | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm | $35
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Join us to how to get your students started in Minecraft EDU using in-game tutorials, as well plan lessons, develop authentic assessments, and even integrate block or Python coding, 3D printing, and other STEM concepts directly in the game.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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Harnessing the Power of AI in the Classroom

Wed. November 8, 2023 | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm | $30
ROE 8: Carroll/Jo Daviess/Stephenson 27 S State Ave Ste 101, Freeport, Illinois, USA

Discover the power of AI in education and learn how teachers can effectively use it to support students and streamline tasks. This workshop covers AI basics, its benefits and limitations, and practical classroom applications.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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ChatGPT and AI in Education

Wed. November 8, 2023 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 26: Fulton/Hancock/McDonough/Schuyler 130 S Lafayette St Ste 200, Macomb, Illinois, USA

Artificial intelligence is here, and unlike what you’ve seen in the movies, AI isn’t coming to destroy humans – it’s coming to disrupt our classrooms. Should educators be afraid, excited, or both? Can educators embrace AI’s potential while ensuring their students still learn the value of creating original work?

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Matt Jacobson
Matt Jacobson
Online Learning Coordinator, Learning Technology Center
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AA #3835 Framework for Successful Technology Integration in Schools

Wed. November 8, 2023 | 9:00 am - 3:30 pm | $175
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States

Districts that have success with technology integration have done so through planning and alignment to district goals. To ensure consistency and equity throughout classrooms, it is important to implement a technology framework that aligns with district goals and allows teachers to integrate technology at the stage they are most comfortable at.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 11 Tech Networking Meeting

Wed. November 8, 2023 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 11: Clark/Coles/Cumberland/Douglas/Edgar/Moultrie/Shelby 730 7th St, Charleston, Illinois, USA

Area technology coordinators, directors, building admins, and coaches will discuss shared experiences, questions, and ideas. Their contributions and concerns will drive the conversation.

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Be Connected: IETC Recap

Wed. November 8, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

This week on Be Connected, we're recapping anything and everything IT from last week's Illinois Education and Technology Conference (IETC).

Join us to share new strategies, resources, and connections you made during this year's conference, including at the annual Tech Leader Summit. Even if you weren't able to attend, tune in to get up to speed on all the expert-led learning you missed.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
Cybersecurity Specialist, Learning Technology Center
Jared Lynn
Jared Lynn
Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center
Duane Shaffer
Duane Shaffer
Network and Information Technology Specialist, Learning Technology Center
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