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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3D Printing for Educators

Mon. January 29, 2024 | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm | $40
South Cook ISC 4 253 W Joe Orr Rd, Chicago Heights, Illinois, USA

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!

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

Concerns Surrounding Artificial Intelligence in Schools

Mon. January 29, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Online IL, United States

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.

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

AI for Leadership Teams: Policy & Vision

Tue. January 30, 2024 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | $40
North Cook ISC 1 1001 E Touhy Ave, Suite 200, Des Plaines, IL

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.

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

Library Media Specialist Networking Meeting

Tue. January 30, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
Online IL, United States

Join the LTC's Holly Kelly for a monthly virtual networking meeting explicitly geared to the needs of today's library media specialists.

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

ROE 35 Technology Round Table

Tue. January 30, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

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

AI Literacy Lessons with Common Sense Education

Tue. January 30, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

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.

Jennifer Ehehalt
Jennifer Ehehalt
Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Education

Be Connected: Our New Podcast

Wed. January 31, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

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.

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

Google Educator Level 1 Certification

Thu. February 1, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Goodwill Commons 2319 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria

Are you ready to take your Google skills to the next level? Join our upcoming Google Educator Level 1 workshop!

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

E-Rate 471 Workshop

Thu. February 1, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Online IL, United States

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).

Mindy Fiscus
Mindy Fiscus
Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center

Multimedia and Project Based Learning

Thu. February 1, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | $20
Online IL, United States

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.

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

ROE 53 Tech Leadership Meeting

Fri. February 2, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
Pekin Community High School 320 Stadium Drive, Pekin, IL, United States

Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Kelli Ballard
Kelli Ballard
Professional Development Coordinator, ROE 53: Mason/Tazewell/Woodford

ROE 26/33 Tech Leadership Meeting

Tue. February 6, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
Knoxville District 202 Board Office 809 E Main Street, Knoxville, IL, United States

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.

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