• Women in Technology Book Study

    Fri. May 15, 2026 | 8:00 am - 11:45 am | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Join fellow educators and technology leaders for collaborative learning experience that explores challenges facing women in technology through three recent nonfiction books: "The Broken Rung", "Chief in Tech", and "The Empathy Advantage".

    Mindy Fiscus
    Mindy Fiscus
    Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing, Learning Technology Center

    TikTok to Ted Talk – Engaging Students with Canva Video & Audio

    Thu. June 25, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $25
    Online IL, United States

    What if you could tap into the captivating world of TikTok and YouTube to bring your lessons to life? This workshop explores the dynamic art of digital storytelling in the classroom, empowering your students to become creators.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Exploring Computer Science in the Content Areas-Science

    Fri. June 26, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Are you looking for new tools to help engage students in science? Would you like to see students creating with technology instead of just passively consuming it? Join us for our third event in a series of 4 virtual workshops to learn how to incorporate computational thinking and critical thinking skills like pattern recognition, abstraction, decomposition, and algorithmic thinking.

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

    ROE 35 Computer Science Virtual Roundtable

    Mon. June 29, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Join Sarah Phelps for a virtual event focused on integrating computer science into your curriculum.

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

    Exploring Computer Science in the Content Areas-Social Studies

    Tue. June 30, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Are you looking for new tools to help engage students in science? Would you like to see students creating with technology instead of just passively consuming it? Join us for our third event in a series of 4 virtual workshops to learn how to incorporate computational thinking and critical thinking skills like pattern recognition, abstraction, decomposition, and algorithmic thinking.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
  • The Game Changer: Boosting Engagement with Gamification

    Tue. July 7, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $25
    Online IL, United States

    Ready to transform your classroom into an interactive learning adventure? This workshop will explore the powerful impact of integrating game elements into your teaching.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Canva Power-Up: 10 Hacks for Speed and Style

    Thu. July 9, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $25
    Online IL, United States

    You've mastered the basics in Canva, so now it's time for the greatest hits!

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Picture This: Engagement with AI Image Generation in the Classroom

    Thu. July 16, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $25
    Online IL, United States

    The ability to create images from text is one of today's most exciting technological developments, but how does it actually apply in a classroom? This workshop provides a clear, hands-on guide to harnessing AI image generation for practical and engaging educational purposes.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • Edtech Coaches Meeting

    Wed. September 2, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Join fellow educators to connect and collaborate on best practices for integrating instructional technology effectively into the classroom. This meeting offers a chance to share insights, troubleshoot challenges, and discover innovative tools to enhance learning experiences.

    Amy Graham
    Amy Graham
    Instructional Technology Coach, Serena CUSD 2
    Elizabeth Radunz
    Elizabeth Radunz
    Lead Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center
  • AI for ELA: Crafting Compelling Content & Critical Readers

    Tue. October 6, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    This virtual workshop is designed for English language arts teachers ready to leverage artificial intelligence for practical classroom applications and responsible integration.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    AI for Social Studies: Navigating Narratives & Building Citizens

    Tue. October 27, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    This virtual workshop is for social studies teachers ready to harness AI for critical inquiry and dynamic engagement.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center