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  • STEM Cohort

    September 17 – October 10, 2026 8:30 am–2:30 pm
    DOT 1 DOT Way, Mt. Sterling, IL, United States
    Free

    This workshop will equip educators with practical, plug-and-play strategies to bring computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) to life.

    Lisa Schwartz
    Lisa Schwartz
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, West Central, Learning Technology Center
    Allison Menz
    Allison Menz
    PreK-8 STREAM Teacher, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
    Michelle Gallagher
    Michelle Gallagher
    Learning Blade State Manager, Pearson

    Crazy about Canva? Advanced Skills, Fresh Features, & Custom Creation

    Mon. September 21, 2026 9:00 am–2:30 pm
    Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States
    Free

    If 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.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    The Game Changer: Boosting Engagement with Gamification

    Wed. September 23, 2026 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
    ROE 50 (St. Clair) 1000 S Illinois St, Belleville, Illinois, USA
    Free

    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, South, Learning Technology Center

    The Connected Classroom: Tools and Strategies for Digital Learning

    Thu. September 24, 2026 12:30 pm–2:30 pm
    ROE 30 - Admin Center 101 Spero Dr, Murphysboro, IL, United States
    $25

    This workshop empowers K-12 educators to effectively integrate technology into their classrooms.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    AI for Teachers: Reclaim Your Time

    Fri. September 25, 2026 9:00 am–11:30 am
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States
    $25

    This workshop introduces teachers to practical AI tools for creating lesson plans, assessments, and parent communication. We'll focus on how to leverage AI to automate routine tasks, giving you back valuable time in your busy schedule. Leave with strategies and resources you can use immediately to streamline your workflow and focus on what matters most—your students.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    The Hidden Cost of Innovation: An Educator’s Guide to AI Ethics, Privacy, Impact

    Fri. September 25, 2026 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States
    $25

    As AI reshapes the classroom, we must look beyond the hype to address the risks it poses to students and society. This session provides a critical deep dive into the urgent limitations of generative AI, exploring the "confident lies" of hallucinations, the amplification of societal bias, and the complex ethical dilemmas regarding academic integrity.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    The Makerspace Starter Kit

    Tue. September 29, 2026 9:00 am–3:00 pm
    Effingham Technology Center 1201 Althoff Dr, Effingham, IL, United States
    Free

    Are you ready to start or makeover a makerspace at your school, but unsure where to begin? Held at the Innovation Center at Lake Land College in the Effingham Technology Center building, this hands-on workshop takes place inside an active makerspace featuring 3D printers, zSpace, AR/VR, and more.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center

    Microsoft and AI Conversations: Showcase and Updates

    Tue. September 29, 2026 10:00 am–11:00 am
    Online , United States
    Free

    Calling all Microsoft districts in Illinois! You're invited to a virtual showcase of Microsoft's AI tools, including practice use cases currently transforming classrooms.

    Lisa Schwartz
    Lisa Schwartz
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, West Central, Learning Technology Center

    AI as your Teaching Superpower

    Wed. September 30, 2026 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
    Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States
    Free

    Which superpower would you choose for your school day—super strength, invisibility, or an AI-powered workflow that cuts your prep time in half? AI isn’t making our classrooms obsolete, but learning to steer this tool right now is your ticket to future-proofing your teaching and rescuing your weekends.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center
  • The Game Changer: Boosting Engagement with Gamification

    Thu. October 1, 2026 9:00 am–2:00 pm
    ROE 3 - Professional Development Center 1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, IL, United States
    $50

    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, South, Learning Technology Center

    AI for ELA: Crafting Compelling Content & Critical Readers

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

    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, South, Learning Technology Center

    Unlocking the Google Gemini Ecosystem for Educators

    Wed. October 14, 2026 9:00 am–3:00 pm
    ROE 21 - Training Center 502 West Jackson Street, Marion, IL, United States
    $20

    If your district is a Google school, you already have access to a powerful AI ecosystem. The challenge isn't finding another AI tool—it's unlocking the full potential of the one you already have.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, South, Learning Technology Center