• Wave your Magic Wand with Canva AI

    Fri. March 13, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $25
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Discover Canva’s AI-powered features and explore how you can use Magic Write, Magic Studio, Magic Media, and Magic Switch to create stunning classroom content.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • Make with Microbit: Hands-On Coding for Every Classroom

    Tue. January 20, 2026 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | $100
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Ignite your students' passion for innovation! This dynamic workshop unveils the power of the Microsoft MakeCode app and the versatile micro:bit.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • Magic, Sheets, and AI: Let’s Explore Canva’s Newest Features

    Tue. November 18, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Join us for a morning of hands-on exploration to streamline your workflow, create dynamic lessons, and personalize learning experiences for every student, all within your free Canva Education account.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • ROE 12 & ROE 20 Technology Roundtable

    Wed. September 10, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | $25
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Join us for an open discussion on the current state of technology in our schools.

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

    Computer Science Series: Strawbees (K-12)

    Tue. September 9, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Discover the engaging world of Strawbees! This workshop offers educators a hands-on introduction to this innovative building system designed to foster STEM and STEAM learning through play.

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

    Computer Science Series: Finch Robot 2.0 (K-12)

    Tue. September 9, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Bring computer science to life with the Finch Robot 2.0 powered by micro:bit! This hands-on workshop will guide you through the exciting possibilities of this robot, designed for learners of all ages, from kindergarten to 12th grade.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • ROE 20 Computer Science Curriculum Cohort

    Thu. July 31, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | $25
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Are you passionate about bringing computer science to your students? Whether you're not sure how to get started or are a new or experienced CS teacher, all levels are encouraged to join our ROE 20 Computer Science Curriculum Cohort to learn and support each other in meeting Illinois' K-12 computer literacy mandates and aligning with the Illinois Computer Science Standards.

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

    Computer Science Series: Finch Robot 2.0 (K-12)

    Tue. July 15, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Bring computer science to life with the Finch Robot 2.0 powered by micro:bit! This hands-on workshop will guide you through the exciting possibilities of this robot, designed for learners of all ages, from kindergarten to 12th grade.

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

    Computer Science Series: Strawbees (K-12)

    Tue. July 15, 2025 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | $50
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Discover the engaging world of Strawbees! This workshop offers educators a hands-on introduction to this innovative building system designed to foster STEM and STEAM learning through play.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • Computer Science Series: Make with Microbit: Hands-On Coding for Every Classroom

    Tue. June 3, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $100
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Discover how seamlessly you can weave fundamental computer science concepts into any subject, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills across your curriculum. Through exciting, hands-on maker projects, you'll master the intuitive world of block-based coding – imagine bringing ideas to life by simply snapping together digital blocks!

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
  • Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

    Wed. April 16, 2025 | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm | $25
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Tired of the same old teaching routines? Blast boredom our of your classroom with Canva, which can help you and your students embark on a creative journey towards impactful learning.

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