What Student-Centered Technology Looks Like in 2025
In today’s classrooms, the real measure of edtech success isn’t how many tools are used, but whether technology empowers students to lead, create, and learn with purpose.
Elizabeth Byam Radunz leads the Learning Technology Center’s instructional technology coaching team, where she and her team support educators in districts across the state. A pioneer in the LTC’s coaching program, she launched its initial rollout in northern Illinois in 2019.
With a decade of classroom teaching experience, Elizabeth understands educators’ challenges and strives to maximize learning by harnessing technology. As an instructional technology coach, she empowers teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate technology into their instruction. Over more than five years, her thoughtful support has helped educators create numerous engaging and effective learning experiences – all benefiting student learning.
Elizabeth excels at delivering high-quality professional development, fostering collaboration among educators, and supporting the growth of school-wide technology programs. She has presented at regional and national conferences such as IDEA, ISTE, ICIC, and many more. She holds a Master’s Degree in Teaching & Learning with Technology and a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education.
In today’s classrooms, the real measure of edtech success isn’t how many tools are used, but whether technology empowers students to lead, create, and learn with purpose.
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