Educational Technology

By Foleno
  • RAM invented

  • Handheld Calculator invented

  • First microprocessor

  • Ethernet invented

  • School begins the use of Scantron machines

  • CD-ROM Drive invented

  • Handheld Graphing Calculator invented

  • The www is invented

  • First “Tech 2000,” Illinois students demonstrate classroom technology at the state capital.

  • Google founded

  • Pilot for Illinois Virtual High School is launched

  • Illinois adopts technology standards for all teachers

  • Creation of the Revolving Loan School Technology Program

  • LPHS Website launched

  • YouTube created

  • SMART boards piloted in several classrooms

  • Illinois Library Association launches NetSafe program for promoting internet safety

  • Illinois State Police launch Cyber Crimes Unit

  • First annual Illinois Youth Digital Safety Contest

  • Schools required to teach online safety once per year

  • Turning Point hardware sets purchased for each department

  • Teacher/Home Access center launched to organize student information and grades.

  • Attorney general holds webinar for educators on Internet Safety

  • Apple iPad released

  • Mastery Manager assessment software purchased

  • School account for Turnitin.com

  • Wireless internet system fully operational for teachers and students

  • BYOD program launched