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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ROE 13 Educational Technology Roundtable

Wed. April 10, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, 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, teachers, and any other positions interested in discussing the current state of technology in our schools.

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

Media Literacy in a Social Media World

Thu. April 11, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | $40
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

Join us for this timely workshop, where we'll take a broad look at today's media landscape and appraise the role today's students might play in the future.

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

ROE 21 Educational Technology Roundtable

Fri. April 12, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 21 Training Center 502 West Jackson Street, Marion

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, teachers, 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.

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

ROE 53 Tech Leadership Meeting

Fri. April 12, 2024 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am | Free
East Peoria Central Junior High School 601 Taylor St, East Peoria, 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 time of the meeting will be open for participants to share their experiences and challenges with the group.

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

AI for Leadership Teams: Policy & Vision

Mon. April 15, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $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

Drones for Creativity and Computer Science

Tue. April 16, 2024 | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm | $185
ROE 19: DuPage 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, Illinois, USA

Discover what it takes to bring drones into the classroom as a part of this hands-on workshop. To begin, we'll take to the skies as you learn to fly a drone manually as well as autonomously (via coding). You’ll then explore activities, curriculum, and tips for getting your students started on their first drone adventures.

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

ROE 40 Educational Technology Roundtable

Tue. April 16, 2024 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 40 Carlinville Office 225 E Nicholas St, Carlinville, 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, teachers, 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.

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

Take Coding to the Sky with Drones!

Wed. April 17, 2024 | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm | $250
ROE 50: St. Clair 1000 S Illinois St, Belleville, Illinois, USA

Come discover what it takes to bring drones into the classroom as a part of this hands-on workshop.

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

3D Printing FUNdamentals – Hands-On

Thu. April 18, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:30 pm | Free
ROE 21 Training Center 502 West Jackson Street, Marion

Join us for an informative, hands-on session where we'll explore the basics of 3D printers and 3D printing. During this 6-hour workshop, we'll dive deep into the fundamentals of 3D printing, including the software needed for successful printing, the best printer models for education, best practices for planning a 3D printing space, and some curriculum integration essentials. 3D printing has SO many real-world, practical applications and can be easily integrated at any grade level and across the curriculum. Come see how with one of Illinois' educational 3D printing experts!

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

ROE 51 Tech Leadership Meeting

Thu. April 18, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
ROE 51: Menard/Sangamon 2201 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL

Curious about the hottest trends in edtech? Share your voice and network with colleagues at our open discussion!

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

West 40 Ed Tech Network Meeting

Thu. April 18, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
ISC 2 West Cook Office 415 Lexington St, Maywood, IL, United States

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.

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

Hands on Options for Student Engagement and Meeting Standards

Thu. April 18, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us to learn more about our hands-on engaging solutions that maximize learning for all students and help build capacity for teachers through extensive scaffolding and support.

Dr. Colleen Cannon-Ruffo
Dr. Colleen Cannon-Ruffo
Solution Architect , LEGO Education