Technology Services

The Learning Technology Center (LTC) is an Illinois State Board of Education program that supports all public PK-12 districts, schools and educators through technology initiatives, services and professional learning opportunities. The LTC partners with Regional Offices of Education, Intermediate Services Centers, districts, and schools to provide the following services:

• Access & Connectivity: Assists districts with access to, and improvements of, broadband connectivity, devices, resources and state and federal funding that increase equitable learning opportunities.
• Digital Learning: Consults with districts, schools and educators as they plan, adopt and evaluate innovative uses of technology within the classroom and curriculum.
• Network and Technical Support: Provides technical support, guidance and resource identification related to data privacy, cybersecurity, technology processes, solutions and management that improve digital learning environments and increase district operation efficiency.
• Purchasing Support. Assists districts in identifying purchasing strategies and procuring affordable technology and digital resources through the Illinois Learning Technology Purchase Program (ILTPP), a free purchasing cooperative that saves districts time and money.
• Communities of Practice. Facilitates online and in-person professional learning communities for PK-12 educators, administrators, technology staff, and/or business and industry partners that support digital learning initiatives and foster collaborations.
• Professional Learning: Facilitates high-quality professional learning opportunities for educators, administrators, and technology staff that support digital teaching, learning and leadership. Professional learning is available online and in-person. Common formats include in-district events, workshops, online courses, webinars, conferences and networking meetings. Topics span all aspects of technology in schools, including:
  • Digital learning models (i.e., frameworks, remote and hybrid learning, etc.)
  • Technology in the classroom (i.e., Computer Science, Digital Citizenship, etc.)
  • Digital-age leadership (i.e. planning, evaluating, funding, coaching, etc.)
  • Digital tools, apps, and resources (i.e., Google, Microsoft, Apple, etc.)
  • Technology Leadership and Support (i.e., cybersecurity, data privacy, information technology management, etc.)

Learn more about the LTC at ltcillinois.org or contact the LTC at support@ltcillinois.org.