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.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Educators
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.
Declutter Your Digital Life
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.
Google’s Secret Gems
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.
Minecraft EDU: Craft, Code, and Learn!
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.
Harnessing the Power of AI in the Classroom
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.
ChatGPT and AI in Education
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?
AA #3835 Framework for Successful Technology Integration in Schools
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.
ROE 11 Tech Networking Meeting
Area technology coordinators, directors, building admins, and coaches will discuss shared experiences, questions, and ideas. Their contributions and concerns will drive the conversation.
Be Connected: IETC Recap
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.
West 40 Ed Tech Network Meeting
Join your fellow school Ed Tech professionals 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.
ROE 9 Tech Networking Meeting
Whether you're new to edtech or a seasoned expert, you have a voice at this table. Join us each month and walk away better prepared to support technology in your district.