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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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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
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Everyone’s an Influencer: Bring Social Media Influencer Style into Your Class

Tue. February 6, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Do your students want to be influencers or YouTubers? While the influencer lifestyle may look easy and glamorous, the reality is, it's a lot of work and there are real skills involved with the end product.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Google Educator Level 1 Certification Prep

Thu. February 8, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 30 Annex 819 Walnut, Murphysboro, United States

In this full-day workshop, we will break down the Google Educator Level 1 exam into smaller, easy-to-understand segments while preparing you to pass the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Each segment will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom and Meet, Forms and Sheets, and finally, YouTube and Sites and test prep tips.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI and ChatGPT: An Introduction for Teachers

Tue. February 27, 2024 | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm | $40
Illinois Valley Community College 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, United States

Join us as we dive into the the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in education. During this workshop, educators will learn about the basics of AI functionality, its benefits and limitations, and how AI tools can be used in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning opportunities.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Navigating the Computer Literacy Standards

Tue. February 27, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Free
ROE 45: Monroe/Randolph 107 E Mill St, Waterloo, Illinois, USA

In this session, we’ll explore what computer literacy is, the K-12 Computer Literacy Knowledge and Skill Continuum, and how you can bring computer literacy into your classroom. We will explore how both new tools and some you may already know can be utilized to fulfill these standards.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Digital Whiteboard Magic: Mastering Google Jamboard for Effective Collaboration

Wed. February 28, 2024 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Free
ROE 21 Training Center 502 West Jackson Street, Marion

Join us to discover how you can leverage Jamboard's powerful tools to facilitate collaborative learning experiences that captivate your students' attention and foster active participation. Take the first step toward transforming your classroom into a vibrant hub of interactive learning, starting with your new favorite virtual whiteboard.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Keeping Up with Google Keep

Wed. February 28, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
ROE 21 Training Center 502 West Jackson Street, Marion

Come discover how to effectively use Google Keep to boost your productivity and keep track of your ideas and tasks.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Harnessing AI Tools for Dynamic Classroom Content Creation

Thu. February 29, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States

As technology continues to evolve, educators must adapt and integrate cutting-edge tools to engage the modern learner effectively. Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize your teaching approach and captivate your students!

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Google Level 2 Certification

Thu. February 29, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Goodwill Commons 2319 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria

Are you ready to advance your use of Google's educational tools and add a recognized credential to your CV? Join this Google Educator Level 2 certification workshop and discover what it takes to pass the certification exam.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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From Ideas to Creation:Bringing Practical Maker Applications to the Content Area

Tue. March 5, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Free
White County Extension Center 1715 College Ave, Carmi

Are you an educator interested in incorporating practical maker applications into your classroom teaching? This session will provide hands-on experience and guidance on how to bring maker activities to the classroom, giving teachers the tools they need to help students develop their critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation skills.

Joe Cipfl
Joe Cipfl
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Creative Coding with Microbits and Makey Makeys

Wed. March 6, 2024 | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm | $40
South Cook ISC 4 253 W Joe Orr Rd, Chicago Heights, Illinois, USA

Take computer science “off-screen” by engaging students in creative coding projects while building their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Experience Microbits and Makey Makeys, two amazingly simple and inexpensive tools to combine coding with “making”.

Eric Santos
Eric Santos
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland, Learning Technology Center
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Intro to AI in Education

Wed. March 6, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean 201 E. Grove Street, Suite 300, Bloomington, IL

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?

Join us as we cut through the AI buzz and examine the implications of artificial intelligence in an educational setting. In particular, we’ll focus on how recently released and forthcoming AI tools could impact how students learn and create going forward, as well as how educators can stay ahead of the curve with ready-to-use AI resources.

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