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SUMMARY:One Small Step for AI\, One Giant Leap for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session that will take you through a brief history of AI\, highlighting its evolution and current advancements\, particularly in generative AI. We’ll delve into the concept of AI literacy\, providing foundational knowledge and practical strategies for integrating AI into your educational practice. Discover the implications of AI for education\, and embark on this exciting journey to understand and leverage AI\, making a significant leap in your educational approach.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/one-small-step-for-ai-one-giant-leap-for-educators/
LOCATION:Bismarck-Henning High School\, 17268 E 2750 North Rd\, Bismarck\, IL\, 61814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Level-Up Your AI Game
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get hands-on with the power of Artificial Intelligence in your classroom? In this session\, we will embark on a journey through a series of increasingly powerful AI tools. Designed for teachers of all tech comfort levels\, this session demystifies AI and provides valuable hands-on experience. Participants will explore a variety of teacher-facing AI tools for lesson preparation and content creation\, and will even dive into some student-facing AI tools to enhance learning. Leave equipped with practical strategies and resources to effectively integrate AI into your teaching practice!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/level-up-your-ai-game/
LOCATION:Bismarck-Henning High School\, 17268 E 2750 North Rd\, Bismarck\, IL\, 61814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T080000
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SUMMARY:Code.org CS Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:CS Fundamentals is an introductory workshop designed for elementary educators new to teaching computer science who want to explore how to begin teaching Code.org‘s CS Fundamentals curriculum. Over 85\,000 teachers have participated in this original workshop already\, allowing their schools to grow their in-district capacity for teaching robust CS courses! \nJoin your peers and experienced facilitators to get a hands-on intro to computer science\, pedagogy\, overviews of the online curriculum\, and Code.org‘s teacher dashboard\, as well as strategies for teaching “unplugged” classroom activities. \nAt the end of the workshop\, teachers will walk away with:\n– Strategies for teaching intro-level CS lessons\n– A curriculum guide with pedagogy tips\, and best practices\n– A plan of action for teaching CS Fundamentals\n– An implementation framework for utilizing two CS Fundamentals lessons\n– Connections to the larger CS teaching community\, including other educators teaching CS Fundamentals \nThis session is open to Illinois educators and will be delivered in-person. All attendees must bring a laptop in order to fully participate in this workshop.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/code-org-cs-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Microsoft Cortex\, 4220 Duncan Ave #501\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
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SUMMARY:Swiss Army AI: What Every Administrator Needs in Their Toolbox
DESCRIPTION:In this half-day workshop\, we’ll dive into the practical side of AI for school administrators and teacher leaders\, showcasing a variety of AI tools designed to streamline and enhance your workflow. From data analysis to communication\, let AI be your Swiss Army knife\, offering versatile solutions to common administrative challenges. This presentation is tailored for school leaders who want to leverage AI to improve efficiency and effectiveness\, freeing them up for the human element of leadership in education. Participants will gain insights into best practices around the safe and ethical use of AI\, as well as specific AI applications that can be immediately integrated into their workflows\, empowering them to lead with confidence in an increasingly digital world.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/swiss-army-ai-what-every-administrator-needs-in-their-toolbox/
LOCATION:I-KAN ROE\, 1 Stuart Dr\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T140000
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SUMMARY:AI 2.0: Master AI Teacher Tools and Image Creation
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of AI-driven education with this hands-on workshop. Explore cutting-edge tools like Brisk Teaching and Magic School\, designed to streamline your teaching workflow and enhance student engagement. Discover how to leverage AI for tasks like generating personalized learning materials and providing instant feedback. Additionally\, learn the fundamentals of AI image creation\, enabling you to produce visually stimulating content for your lessons. This interactive session will equip you with practical skills to integrate AI seamlessly into your teaching practices\, saving you time and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Participants should bring a laptop or Chromebook to fully engage in the hands-on activities.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-2-0-master-ai-teacher-tools-and-image-creation/
LOCATION:ROE 47: Lee/Ogle/Whiteside\, 1001 W 23rd St\, Sterling\, Illinois\, 61081 9047\, USA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T090000
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SUMMARY:AI Playbook: Crafting Guidelines and Policy for Staff and Students
DESCRIPTION:As AI becomes a key player in education\, establishing clear policies and guidelines is essential for responsible use in schools. This workshop provides school/district leaders with practical tips and resources to create tailored AI policies that align with district goals\, as well as built-in work time to begin collaborating and crafting district-specific plans. Participants will leave with a roadmap for crafting AI policies that can be tailored to their school district’s needs\, as well as resources and examples to continue to guide their development process. To maximize work and collaboration time during the workshop\, participants are encouraged to bring a small team from their district. However\, the workshop will still be valuable for individual attendees!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-playbook-crafting-guidelines-and-policy-for-staff-and-students-2/
LOCATION:ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean\, 201 E. Grove Street\, Suite 300\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701 5074
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T130000
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SUMMARY:AI Playbook: Crafting Guidelines and Policy for Staff and Students
DESCRIPTION:As AI becomes a key player in education\, establishing clear policies and guidelines is essential for responsible use in schools. This workshop provides school/district leaders with practical tips and resources to create tailored AI policies that align with district goals\, as well as built-in work time to begin collaborating and crafting district-specific plans. Participants will leave with a roadmap for crafting AI policies that can be tailored to their school district’s needs\, as well as resources and examples to continue to guide their development process. To maximize work and collaboration time during the workshop\, participants are encouraged to bring a small team from their district. However\, the workshop will still be valuable for individual attendees!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-playbook-crafting-guidelines-and-policy-for-staff-and-students/
LOCATION:ROE 17: DeWitt/Livingston/Logan/McLean\, 201 E. Grove Street\, Suite 300\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701 5074
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
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SUMMARY:AA: Literacies of the Digital World
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help participants understand the importance of computer literacy\, digital literacy\, AI Literacy\, and digital citizenship and how these skills are necessary for all students to be successful in the classroom\, their careers\, and for the rest of their lives. Participants will learn the differences between computer literacy\, digital literacy\, AI literacy\, and digital citizenship and identify the skills all students need for each of these important components of technology use. Throughout the workshop\, participants will learn how and when students should be exposed to these different components. Lastly\, participants will complete a plan of action for implementation in their school and/or district.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/aa-literacies-of-the-digital-world/
LOCATION:Sauk Valley Community College\, 173 IL Rt 2\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T200837Z
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SUMMARY:Physical and Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure (SummIT Pre-Conference)
DESCRIPTION:The United States’ national and economic security depends on its critical infrastructure functioning reliably. School technology leaders\, in conjunction with law enforcement and other institutional leaders\, play a key role in this important mission. Working together is the key. \nThis course*** encourages collaboration efforts among individuals and organizations responsible for both physical and cybersecurity\, with the goal of developing integrated risk management strategies that enhance your institution’s critical infrastructure protections. \nDuring this course\, participants will: \n\nIdentify physical and cybersecurity concerns impacting overall infrastructure security posture\nExamine integrated physical and cybersecurity incidents and the evolving risks and impacts they pose to critical infrastructure\nExplore resources that can be applied to improve security within an organization\, business\, or government entity\n\nTo register for this course\, participants must: \n\nCreate an account with TEEX (start by clicking “Register for Event” below)\nObtain a free FEMA SID\, which can be done here: https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid/#intro\n\n***This course is being offered as a pre-conference workshop in conjunction with SummIT (June 24-25\, 2025). This course is open attendees and non-attendees. Registration for SummIT is not required to attend this workshop. \nDue to space constraints\, this course is capped at 25 participants. Registration closes on May 23. \n— \nThis DHS/FEMA funded course (CIS-MGT 452) is facilitated by the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). More information on this course: https://teex.org/class/mgt452/
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/physical-and-cybersecurity-for-critical-infrastructure-summit-pre-conference/
LOCATION:ROE 9: Champaign/Ford\, 3358 Big Pine Trail\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61822 1406\, USA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T140000
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SUMMARY:Creating with Canva in All Grade Levels and Content Areas
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard of Canva but not taken the time to dive into its robust features? Canva provides lots of exciting content creation opportunities\, both for students and educators like you. Join us as we explore several practical classroom applications of Canva across all content areas and grade levels. \nWe’ll start by practicing with several of Canva’s core features\, making it a snap to add to your teaching toolkit. Along the way\, we’ll also explore how you can bring out your students’ creativity using just Canva and a Chromebook. \nFrom there\, we’ll dig into how Canva can be used to elevate learning materials\, including how this platform can be used to create lesson materials and slideshows that are engaging\, memorable\, and accessible. \nCanva’s blank canvas is ready for you and your students. Don’t miss this hands-on opportunities to reliably infuse creativity into your classroom experience!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/creating-with-canva-in-all-grade-levels-and-content-areas/
LOCATION:Illinois Valley Community College\, 815 N Orlando Smith Road\, Oglesby\, IL\, 61348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T113000
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UID:10005098-1752568200-1752579000@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Computer Science Series: Strawbees (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the engaging world of Strawbees! This workshop offers educators a hands-on introduction to this innovative building system designed to foster STEM and STEAM learning through play. Adaptable for learners from kindergarten through high school\, Strawbees’ simple connectors and straws empower students to build\, design\, and problem-solve in creative and collaborative ways. Explore its versatility across subjects and its potential for integration with robotics and coding. While basic knowledge of micro:bits is preferred for some advanced applications\, it is not required for this workshop\, as Strawbees can be used effectively as a standalone tool without any technology. Leave inspired and equipped with practical ideas to implement Strawbees in your classroom and spark your students’ passion for exploration and discovery.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/computer-science-series-strawbees-k-12/
LOCATION:U of I Extension Office\, Carmi\, 1715 College Ave\, Carmi\, IL\, 62821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250416T143244Z
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SUMMARY:Working Smarter with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop for educators ready to advance their AI journey. We’ll cover the basics of AI\, its impact on education\, and practical classroom applications. Through group discussions and activities\, you’ll explore AI tools and create prompts to boost productivity. We’ll focus on integrating AI into teaching strategies while addressing ethical and responsible use. By the end\, you’ll leave with practical strategies to confidently use AI tools\, innovate curriculum design\, and adapt teaching practices to meet diverse learners’ needs.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/working-smarter-with-ai/
LOCATION:ROE 48: Peoria\, 2116 North Sheridan Road\, Peoria\, IL\, 61604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T143000
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SUMMARY:Computer Science Series: Finch Robot 2.0 (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Bring computer science to life with the Finch Robot 2.0 powered by micro:bit! This hands-on workshop will guide you through the exciting possibilities of this robot\, designed for learners of all ages\, from kindergarten to 12th grade. Explore its intuitive coding environments\, from visual blocks to text-based languages\, and discover how to integrate it into various subject areas. Whether you’re new to coding or looking to expand your CS offerings\, the Finch 2.0 provides a dynamic and engaging tool to meet the diverse needs of your students. Basic knowledge of micro:bits is highly recommended. Leave with practical ideas and the confidence to implement robotics and coding in your classroom.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/computer-science-series-finch-robot-2-0-k-12/
LOCATION:U of I Extension Office\, Carmi\, 1715 College Ave\, Carmi\, IL\, 62821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T140000
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SUMMARY:An Educator's Guide to Canva
DESCRIPTION:Are you familiar with Canva’s basics and want to learn more? Discover how Canva can transform your teaching and engage your students! This hands-on session will guide you through using Canva’s templates presentation tool\, the whiteboard\, and docs for lesson plans and student collaboration. Through group discussions and activities\, we will explore Canva’s Magic Studio tools like Magic Write\, Design\, Edit\, and Eraser to help you effortlessly generate creative text\, design captivating visuals\, and enhance images.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/an-educators-guide-to-canva/
LOCATION:ROE 48: Peoria\, 2116 North Sheridan Road\, Peoria\, IL\, 61604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T120000
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SUMMARY:Unleash Student Creativity with Digital Storytelling in Canva
DESCRIPTION:What if you could tap into the captivating world of TikTok and YouTube to bring your lessons to life? This workshop explores the art of digital storytelling in the classroom. Learn how to guide your students in creating their own content using Canva\, connecting your curriculum to the digital narratives they love. Join us and discover the power of student-created stories!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/unleash-student-creativity-with-digital-storytelling-in-canva/
LOCATION:ROE 45: Monroe/Randolph\, 134 N Main St\, Red Bud\, IL\, 62278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T153000
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SUMMARY:Tinkercad & Other Tech Tools to Engage Students with STEM Concepts
DESCRIPTION:Teachers (4th-12th grade) will explore how to incorporate Tinkercad into the math\, science\, or computer classroom. Teachers will design their own object with TinkerCad which will be printed using a 3D printer. Teachers will learn about Spheros and also discover free tech tools (pattern blocks\, sweethome3d\, flipanim\, Phet.Colorado.EDU\, Physlets.org/tracker\, GIS\, Desmos) that add in the teaching\, learning\, and application of STEM topics. \nClassroom teachers and technology teachers can attend this workshop together or individually. Attendees must bring their own laptop to fully particiapate. \nCo-led by Kelly Remijan (ROE 40)\, Lisa Schwartz (LTC-West Central Illinois)
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/tinkercad-other-tech-tools-to-engage-students-with-stem-concepts-2/
LOCATION:ROE 40 Carlinville Office\, 225 E Nicholas St\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T143341Z
UID:10005026-1753779600-1753790400@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:FarmBeats for Students: Hands-On Precision Agriculture with micro:bit
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to grow an organic interest in computer science FarmBeats for Students\, a program that combines an affordable micro:bit-based hardware kit with a free\, curated curriculum and hands-on activities. \nJoin us to see how this innovative approach cultivates student engagement in agriculture and computer science – a combination packed with bushels of career and real-world application.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/farmbeats-for-students-hands-on-precision-agriculture-with-microbit/
LOCATION:Lincoln Land Community College\, 1 Lincoln Land Dr\, Litchfield\, IL\, 62056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:A Beginner’s Guide to Canva
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canva and ready to try it out? In this virtual session\, you will learn how to search for and then create amazing designs in minutes with Canva’s templates and tools.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/a-beginners-guide-to-canva-2/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T160904Z
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SUMMARY:Hey Google! Help Me Design Creative Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Getting creative with Google Docs\, Slides\, and Sheets? You better believe it! Alongside Google Drawings\, these apps you use daily can foster student engagement\, collaboration\, and creativity. Join us to unlock their untapped potential\, allowing you to design lessons that make use of the Google ecosystem’s full potential! \nIn this session\, we’ll focus on how you can create interactive assignments and collaborative projects using Google Docs\, Sheets\, Slides\, and Drawings. Along the way\, we’ll also highlight practical strategies you can use to elevate technology use in your classroom\, starting within the familiar Google ecosystem. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to reimagine your teaching toolkit and make Google apps your allies in crafting dynamic\, imaginative lessons during the upcoming school year.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/hey-google-help-me-design-creative-lessons/
LOCATION:Illinois Valley Community College\, 815 N Orlando Smith Road\, Oglesby\, IL\, 61348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250530T141324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T141324Z
UID:10005109-1753869600-1753875000@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Reclaim Your Time: Discover Brisk AI
DESCRIPTION:Empower your teaching with Brisk AI! This Zoom session will introduce you to this powerful Chrome extension tool that will help with curriculum\, feedback\, differentiation\, and more right from the apps and websites you already use. Learn how to perform many teaching tasks with ease with Brisk AI.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/reclaim-your-time-discover-brisk-ai/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250530T142411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T142411Z
UID:10005110-1753956000-1753961400@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Learn about the Magic in MagicSchool AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this virtual workshop exploring MagicSchool\, a leading AI platform\, that allows educators to save time in creating lesson plans\, differentiating instruction\, writing assessments\, creating IEP goals\, communicating\, and more.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/learn-about-the-magic-in-magicschool-ai/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250530T142657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T142657Z
UID:10005111-1754301600-1754307000@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Using Canva’s Magic Studio
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the power of Canva’s Magic Studio and transform your teaching materials with AI! This workshop dives into Magic Studio’s tools like Magic Write\, Design\, Edit\, and Eraser to help you effortlessly generate creative text\, design captivating visuals and enhance images.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/using-canvas-magic-studio-2/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250530T142939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T142939Z
UID:10005112-1754388000-1754393400@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Applying Canva in Your Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Are you familiar with the basics of Canva and want to learn more? Discover how Canva can transform your teaching and engage your students! This hands-on session will guide you through using Canva’s Presentation tool\, the Whiteboard\, and Docs for lesson plans and student collaboration.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/applying-canva-in-your-classroom-2/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250721T154635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T154635Z
UID:10005142-1754470800-1754474400@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:RPF Code Clubs Intro to Microbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for an engaging\, hands-on\, and low-cost way to bring computer science and STEM to your students? Join us to learn about using the micro:bit and the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s Code Club resources to use in your classroom or to start an afterschool club.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/rpf-code-clubs-intro-to-microbit/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250507T141257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T210600Z
UID:10005086-1754470800-1754481600@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:AI Playbook: Crafting Guidelines and Policy for Staff and Students
DESCRIPTION:As AI becomes a key player in education\, establishing clear policies and guidelines is essential for responsible use in schools. This workshop provides school/district leaders with practical tips and resources to create tailored AI policies that align with district goals\, as well as built-in work time to begin collaborating and crafting district-specific plans. Participants will leave with a roadmap for crafting AI policies that can be tailored to their school district’s needs\, as well as resources and examples to continue to guide their development process. To maximize work and collaboration time during the workshop\, participants are encouraged to bring a small team from their district. However\, the workshop will still be valuable for individual attendees!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-playbook-crafting-guidelines-and-policy-for-staff-and-students-3/
LOCATION:Manhattan Junior High School\, 15414 Smith Rd\, Manhattan\, IL\, 60442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250808T173759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T173759Z
UID:10005236-1755075600-1755082800@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:AI in Our Classroom and Lives
DESCRIPTION:The development of Artificial Intelligence is changing education rapidly\, and it will be an integral part of your students’ future careers. Are you prepared for AI-generated essays\, artwork\, and presentations? Are you taking advantage of its power to become more efficient and creative in your work as an educator? Join this workshop to learn what all the hype is about\, how to harness the power of AI\, and how to help your students use it as a tool for good.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-in-our-classroom-and-lives/
LOCATION:Elmwood CUSD 322\, 301 W Butternut St\, Elmwood\, IL\, 61529\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250623T170740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T170740Z
UID:10005126-1755162000-1755171000@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Level Up your AI Game
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get hands-on with the power of Artificial Intelligence in your classroom? In this session\, we will embark on a journey through a series of increasingly powerful AI tools. Designed for teachers of all tech comfort levels\, this session demystifies AI and provides valuable hands-on experience.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/level-up-your-ai-game-2/
LOCATION:Lincoln-Way East High School\, 201 Colorado Ave\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250623T170337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T170337Z
UID:10005125-1755172800-1755181800@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:AI as Your Ally: AI-Powered Innovation for Special Educators
DESCRIPTION:Discover practical AI tools that not only support diverse student needs but also expertly streamline your administrative tasks\, freeing up valuable time. Join us to power up your approach to special education\, making AI a valuable ally for both you and your students.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/ai-as-your-ally-ai-powered-innovation-for-special-educators/
LOCATION:Lincoln-Way East High School\, 201 Colorado Ave\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250804T163852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T163852Z
UID:10005174-1756395000-1756398600@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:Google Gemini in Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about generative AI in your classroom? This workshop offers a hands-on introduction to utilizing Google Gemini to create quizzes\, lesson plans\, and unit plans within Google Classroom. Walk away with the skills to immediately help you with your workload.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/google-gemini-in-classroom/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151125
CREATED:20250612T185553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T185553Z
UID:10005116-1757406600-1757417400@www.ltcillinois.org
SUMMARY:A Case for AI Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence\, with all its benefits and drawbacks\, is integrating more and more into life as we know it\, and our classrooms are no exception. Whether we like it or not\, AI is here\, and it’s not going away. In this session\, we will examine the concerns around AI and why those concerns are the exact reason we can’t ignore this increasingly prevalent technology! Additionally\, we will explore the potential benefits this technology can have for education and how we can push towards making AI a “net positive” for ourselves and our students. Join us as well delve into the complexities of AI\, examining its potential impact on education and the foundational principles needed to enable educators and students to navigate this new landscape safely\, responsibly\, and ethically.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/a-case-for-ai-literacy/
LOCATION:I-KAN ROE\, 1 Stuart Dr\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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