3D Printing for Educators
Innovative problem solvers are using 3D printing in every industry, from medicine to construction to space exploration. Teach your students to design for the future by adding 3D printing to your curriculum!
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.
Innovative problem solvers are using 3D printing in every industry, from medicine to construction to space exploration. Teach your students to design for the future by adding 3D printing to your curriculum!
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing education. While AI has the potential to revolutionize learning, there are also potential downsides that need to be considered. This workshop will discuss the risks of AI and how to deal with them in your classroom.
This workshop for K-12 School Leaders will provide an introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in K-12 schools. Participants will learn the background of AI generative tools, the benefits and challenges of using AI in education, and get hands-on by creating examples that can be used immediately in their roles. We will discuss strategies for developing policy and establishing a vision for AI in school districts, and provide resources to guide your leadership.
Join the LTC's Holly Kelly for a monthly virtual networking meeting explicitly geared to the needs of today's library media specialists.
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.
How can educators prepare students to live and work with AI? In 20 minutes or less, these AI literacy lessons can help students foster responsible user habits by exploring AI's potential benefits, risks, and other social and ethical impacts.
Did you hear (literally)? The LTC Tech Services team has a brand new podcast made specifically for K-12 tech leader leaders and support staff like you. Tune in to this week's Be Connected to learn more about our podcast, including the topics we plan to cover during our first season. We want to elevate on-the-ground experiences from across Illinois K-12 tech community, so this is also your chance to get your name in the hat as a podcast special guest.
Are you ready to take your Google skills to the next level? Join our upcoming Google Educator Level 1 workshop!
Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand! This 3-hour virtual session will cover Form 471 and the information needed to successfully complete it, including recipients of services, discount calculations, costs of service, dates of service, and service provider(s).
Everyone can be a content creator with free, easy-to-use multimedia tools available to you and your students. If you’d like to tap into your students’ creativity, join this workshop as we explore several multimedia tools you can start using tomorrow.
Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.
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.