A core part of the Learning Technology Center’s mission is to deliver forward-thinking, impactful professional learning that empowers Illinois school districts, schools, and educators to effectively integrate and lead with technology.
During the 2024–25 school year, our regional service teams and subject matter experts facilitated over 800 professional learning events, reaching 28,000 participants across the state. These offerings ranged from large-scale countywide trainings to small, customized sessions for district and school-level teams.
Every LTC professional learning experience is designed to be flexible and responsive to local needs. Whether delivered in person, online, or hybrid, our events are led by experienced facilitators with deep expertise in educational technology—including our own LTC staff, as well as respected local and national practitioners.
As a program of the Illinois State Board of Education, the LTC is committed to equitable access. Nearly all of our professional learning opportunities are provided at no cost or low cost to Illinois public schools and educators.
Common Types of Professional Learning Experiences:
Contact our Regional EdTech Coordinators to schedule onsite or regional professional learning opportunities. Not sure who your RETC is? Find your RETC.
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois
Leadership, Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Ben leads the LTC’s RETC team and facilitates ongoing professional learning events for teachers, administrators, and technology staff in northern Illinois.
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region
Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Lisa develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in western Illinois.
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland
Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Eric develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in the Chicagoland region.
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region
Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Matt develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in east central Illinois.
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region
Professional Learning Services, Regional EdTech Services
Emily develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in southern Illinois.
