There are 19 upcoming workshops from 4 organizers in EdTech in Illinois. The next is Picture This: AI Images as Tools for Learning on Apr 28 in Salem, IL. 7 are free, and the most common topic is EdTech.
Updated October 25, 2026
Browse upcoming in-person EdTech workshops across Illinois, from Murphysboro, Salem, Joliet and Marion. Sessions for teachers and students, hosted by 4 organizers. Register directly with each organizer.
EdTechFor teachersExplore how tools like Gemini, NotebookLM and Canva can use AI images to spark discussion, build critical thinking, teach core concepts and help students visualize ideas — and how analyzing AI-generated images builds AI literacy. Includes refining visuals with Canva's Magic Layers. Presented by Emily Flach, LTC.
EdTechFor teachersA full-day in-person introduction to Canva for educators looking for a fresh, visually engaging way to connect with students — from getting started to creating classroom materials.
EdTechFor teachersAs a paraprofessional, you wear a dozen hats a day. Learn how to let technology do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters most: supporting your students. In this session, we will cover tech-infused strategies for tracking student progress, accessibility, adapting online learning materials, and digital organization. Walk away with a collection of low-stress, high-impact strategies you can implement immediately. Participants earn 0.75 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersTired of endless emails, paperwork, and constant scheduling back-and-forth? Take back control of your workday. Discover practical strategies to clean up your digital workspace, streamline communication between departments, and use everyday tech tools to make school operations faster, cleaner, and less stressful. Participants earn 0.75 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersYou’ve mastered the basics in Canva, so now it’s time for the greatest hits! In this lightning-fast, power-packed session, we’re counting down the top 10 techniques that will truly elevate your designs. We’re skipping the fundamentals and diving straight into a treasure trove of powerful shortcuts, design secrets, and insider tips that will transform your Canva creations. Get ready to unleash your inner creator and build stunning classroom designs and projects with both speed and style!. Participants earn 4.5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersAre you ready to move beyond basic templates and truly master the art of design in Canva? This workshop is your opportunity to delve into the “gritty details,” insider tips, and powerful hacks that will elevate your visual creations for the classroom and beyond, exploring advanced techniques for manipulating elements, refining layouts, and achieving a polished, professional aesthetic, along with clever workarounds for common design challenges and hidden features to streamline your creative process. Beyond fundamental design, this workshop will also highlight Canva’s cutting-edge features, incl. Participants earn 5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersThis workshop is designed for English Language Arts teachers ready to leverage Artificial Intelligence for practical classroom applications and responsible integration. Dive into hands-on techniques for generating differentiated reading passages, crafting engaging writing prompts, creating targeted vocabulary lists, and even designing custom rubrics! We’ll explore how AI can enhance instruction and student engagement through personalized learning and initial writing feedback. Critically, this session will equip you to navigate the ethical landscape of AI, with discussions around academic integ. Participants earn 2.5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersDon’t ban AI—teach it! It’s time to shift the classroom culture from policing AI misuse to superpowering student learning. This interactive workshop tackles the ultimate question: How do we get students to think with AI instead of surrendering their thinking to it? We will explore how to position AI as a "co-pilot" for deeper critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative iteration rather than an autopilot for easy answers. Together, we’ll tackle the logistics of how and when to safely introduce these concepts, test-drive the best student-friendly tools, and dive into a treasure trove of pre. Participants earn 2 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersAre you tired of the same old routine and looking for a fresh, visually engaging way to connect with your students? Or perhaps you've heard the buzz about Canva but aren't sure where to begin? This introductory workshop is your perfect starting point! We'll dive headfirst into the Canva platform, exploring its intuitive interface and vast array of possibilities for educators. Get a feel for what Canva can truly do as we cover the fundamental basics, from navigating the dashboard to creating your first eye-catching flyers and simple visuals. This session will provide a comprehensive overview, e. Participants earn 5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersWhat 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. Learn how to guide your students in crafting their own compelling content using Canva's robust video and audio tools, directly connecting your curriculum to the digital narratives they love. You'll discover how to facilitate the creation of engaging video tutorials, informative podcasts, captivating narrative videos, impactful broadcasts, and even modern social media vi. Participants earn 3 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersIf Canva is already your go-to tool, it’s time to move past basic templates and unlock its true superpowers. We will start with advanced layout and design secrets before diving into Canva's freshest tools for education: the Learn Grid, real-time Live Learning, and dynamic Student Activities. We’ll also connect for a collaborative sharing session to swap real-world use cases to expand your creative toolkit. From there, you run the show! Use the project choice board to build exactly what you need—whether that's producing dynamic videos, engineering a project with Canva Code, designing sleek emai. Participants earn 5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersPutting tech in students' hands is easy, but making it meaningful is where the magic happens. In this workshop, we’ll cut through the digital noise and look at technology through a fresh lens. Discover how to elevate everyday lessons, boost student engagement, and create learning experiences that deepen understanding, without adding to your prep time. Reframe your digital toolkit and turn screen time into meaningful learning time. Participants earn 3 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersThis CDW Amplified Google Admin Level 1 Certification training will guide your IT staff through educational best practices and Google Workspace for Education Admin console skills and techniques. This fundamentals course covers Admin Console basics and key settings configurations for Google Workspace for Education. Afterward, participants can take the certification exam and receive a certificate for passing. Key topics covered will include: Domain Management, Security, Users & OUs, Services & Inheritance Directory & Groups,Drive & Shared Drives General Gmail Settings, Chrome Management, Chrome. Participants earn 8 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersJoin us to explore Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM), an AI tool grounded in the materials you choose and upload. Put your curriculum guides, class notes, and readings to work: ask questions, connect ideas, and create audio overviews, flashcards, quizzes, and infographics. Discover how teachers can save time unpacking curriculum documents, comparing resources, creating review materials, and planning lessons. See how students can turn class notes and readings into study guides, explore connections across topics, review through audio overviews, and quiz themselves on tricky concepts. Best of. Participants earn 3 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.
EdTechFor teachersDiscover how Google Gemini, your AI-powered assistant, can revolutionize teaching and learning in your classroom! This hands-on workshop will explore practical applications of Gemini across Google Workspace for Education, from streamlining lesson planning and creating engaging content to fostering personalized learning experiences for your students. Learn how to leverage Gemini to generate text-dependent questions, craft compelling lesson hooks, create vocabulary lists, and even differentiate reading materials to meet diverse student needs. We'll delve into interactive strategies and best practices for integrating AI responsibly, empowering you to save valuable time and ignite creativity. Participants need to bring a laptop or Chromebook for a truly immersive and practical learning experience. Participants earn 4.5 PD hours. Presented by Ben Sondgeroth, Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, North, Learning Technology Center.
EdTechFor teachersAI is transforming the way organizations operate—but can your team put it into action? Join TwoTrees Technologies and Sophos for Sophos Build or Bust: The AI Challenge —an interactive workshop designed to move beyond AI conversations and into real-world application. This isn’t a presentation. It’s a working session. You’ll be placed into a team, given a surprise scenario and a “mystery basket” of data and AI tools, and challenged to build an innovative solution under pressure. Once your solution is created, the challenge continues: how do you secure it, operationalize it, and build confidence in using it in production? Designed for IT and security professionals, this fast-paced experience combines collaboration, creativity, and practical problem-solving while exploring the opportunities and risks of AI adoption. Laptop Requirement: Please bring a personal laptop to participate in the Build or Bust Challenge. Teams will use their devices during the interactive activity to develop and present their solutions. Participants earn 3 PD hours. Presented by Lisa Schwartz, Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, West Central, Learning Technology Center. Organized with TwoTrees Technologies and Sophos.
EdTechFor teachersYou already love Canva for creating engaging lesson graphics—now it’s time to unleash its power in your students' hands! In this high-energy session, you'll discover how to effectively set up and manage your students and projects while creating a collaborative digital learning environment. We'll share essential best practices and survival tips for managing students in real-time digital spaces, and use Canva's Design School to help students confidently navigate the platform, enhancing their computer literacy and digital navigation skills along the way. We'll also explore Canva's newest features, including the Learn Grid, packed with standards-aligned lessons and templates; Live Learning for real-time collaboration; and AI-powered Student Activities that connect directly to your curriculum. Join us to learn how Canva can increase engagement, foster creativity, strengthen essential digital skills, and empower students to produce professional-quality projects in your classroom. Heads Up: Canva for Education is 100% free for K–12 schools. Be sure your technology team has your district signed up before we dive in! Participants earn 5 PD hours. Presented by Emily Flach, Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center.
EdTechFor teachers"Accio, amazing designs!" Canva's AI tools are here to summon stunning visuals and content without the Photoshop headache. Get ready to explore the wizarding world of Magic Write to craft captivating text, Magic Media to conjure the perfect visuals, and Magic layers to organize your graphics with total ease. Want to boost student engagement? We’ll brew up interactive classroom moments with Magic activities, effortlessly morph formats using Magic Switch, and create games and intereactives with Canva code. It's not a trip to Hogwarts, but this fun-filled session will leave you ready to transfigure your design and creation process with pure AI wizardry! Prerequisites: No prior wizarding experience (or graphic design skills) required! Participants earn 3 PD hours. Presented by Emily Flach, Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center.
EdTechFor teachersAI is transforming the environment where students learn and prepare for their future. Learn to integrate AI literacy into existing K–12 instruction rather than treating it as a separate subject, helping students develop the habits to use AI ethically and responsibly. Explore 30+ skills for teaching AI, current research and frameworks, and tech and tech-free strategies tailored to grade bands K–2, 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12. For teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators. 5 PD hours; registration includes continental breakfast, lunch, and free parking. Presented by Meghan Hargrave. Also offered live online.
