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Classroom Integration

Support for classrooms and districts focused on making the most of their edtech tools, including hardware, software, and emerging solutions.

Technology in the classroom to enhance student learning

Having the right apps or devices alone isn’t enough to enhance student learning outcomes. A clear, intentional integration strategy is essential too, and the LTC offers the resources and trainings needed to ensure every teacher feels empowered with the latest edtech in hand.

Our team is made up of former educators with decades of experience in the classroom. We know what it’s like to stand in your shoes, which is why we strive to offer constructive integration support that’s both empathetic and centered on keeping educators at the top of their game.

Services

Services related to Classroom Integration

Free and low-cost services to support teachers and districts as they integrate educational technology into their curriculum.

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Virtual Instructional Technology Coaching

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Webinars

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Year-Long Virtual Professional Development Program

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Google Partnership and Certification

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Jump Start Program

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Microsoft Trainer Partner

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Google Certified Coach Program

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Instructional Technology Coaching Program

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Custom PD for Districts and Schools

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Resources

Classroom Integration Resources

Strategies, tools, and best practices for facilitating robust classroom integration at all grade levels and in all content areas.

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Best Practices

Drones in the Classroom – Q&A for Curricular Integration and Funding

Why should drones be part of your school’s curriculum? What classes can drones be used in? Find answers to these questions and more (including funding and safety recommendations) in this handy guide produced by the

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Tools and Apps

Monthly Tech Check-In Calendar

Each month, grab the upcoming Tech Check-in Calendar page for a timely tip about optimizing your day-to-day edtech utilization.

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Computational Thinking for Educators by Google

The goal of this course is to help educators learn about computational thinking (CT), how it differs from computer science, and how it can be integrated into a variety of subject areas. As a course

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4 Shifts Protocol

The 4 Shifts Protocol (formerly known as trudacot), a discussion protocol intended to help facilitate educator conversations about deeper learning, greater student agency, more authentic work, and rich technology infusion! The 4 Shifts Protocol is

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Coaching Digital Learning

From The Friday Institute, the “Coaching Digital Learning” MOOC (massive open online course) is offered several times a year.  This free course will deepen your understanding of what it takes to coach educators to integrate

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7 Strategies Designed to Increase Student Engagement in Synchronous Online Discussions Using Video Conferencing

Dr. Catlin Tucker provides a number of ideas to help engage students in synchronous remote video lessons.

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Upcoming Events

Classroom Integration Events

Drones in the Classroom

| $135

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

Holly Kelly
Holly Kelly
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Illinois, Learning Technology Center
Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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ROE #1 Tech Networking Meeting

| Free

Join your fellow area technology coordinators, directors, administrators, and tech coaches as we discuss shared experiences, questions, and ideas relating to edtech topics and trends. While each meeting may open with a guest or demonstration, participant contributions and concerns will drive each month’s conversation.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Be Connected: SPF, DKIM, DMARC for Google and M365

| Free

Join us on this week’s Be Connected, where we’ll be discussing SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. These three authentication methods can prevent outsiders from sending emails as your email domain, including through both Microsoft 365’s Outlook and Google’s Gmail. Tune in to learn about all three methods, including how to configure them and how to monitor them as part of a long-term cybersecurity plan.

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
Cybersecurity Specialist, Learning Technology Center
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From Our Blog

Learn more about classroom integration

Recent blog posts highlighting best practices and strategies for integrating technology into classrooms and curricula.

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Top 4 Podcasts for Teachers and Coaches

Podcasts are the perfect way to expand your horizons and discover new teaching strategies from outside your district without straining your already tight schedule. Our team is full of avid podcast listeners. Here are 4

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Sam Fishel
Digital Content Specialist, Learning Technology Center
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Google Workspace for Education Updates You Can Use This School Year

While you’ve been enjoying some well-earned rest and relaxation this summer, Google has been busy beefing up many of its most popular apps and tools. From tweaks to built-in accessibility to advances in adaptive learning,

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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Everything We Loved & Learned at ISTELive 22

Just back from the Crescent City, the LTC team had a blast at ISTELive 22 in New Orleans. Between the big bands and beignets, they had the chance to connect with countless educators and learn

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