• AI Plagiarism Playbook

    Thu. November 20, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Free
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    In an era where AI-generated text is increasingly sophisticated, this workshop equips educators with essential strategies to address AI misuse and redesign writing tasks that prioritize genuine student thinking.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
  • AI 2.0: Master AI Teacher Tools and Image Creation

    Tue. October 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $50
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    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.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
  • Elevate Your Classroom: Empowering Education with Google Gemini

    Tue. September 30, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $50
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    Discover how Google Gemini, your AI-powered assistant, can revolutionize teaching and learning in your classroom!

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

    ROE 28 Technology Roundtable

    Tue. September 16, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Free
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    Join us for an open discussion on current educational technology topics and trends.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
  • Hey Google! Help Me Design Creative Lessons!

    Mon. April 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    In 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.

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

    ROE 28 CS Roundtable

    Mon. April 7, 2025 | 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Free
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    Leaders and teachers from ROE 28 school districts will come together to discuss current CS programs and explore opportunities for support.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

    AI 2.0: Image Creation and Digital Citizenship in the AI World

    Fri. April 4, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.

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