2026 ROE8 Summer Institute

Ben began his career as a history teacher in Morrison, IL, where he initiated and coordinated the district’s iPad and Chromebook integration. During this time, he developed a passion for sharing exciting new ways to leverage technology in education with other teachers.That passion led Ben to be a national instructor and presenter, allowing him to work with thousands of educators nationwide. Now working for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois, as the Lead Regional EdTech Coordinator, his focus is on helping districts in Illinois leverage digital learning effectively. He has presented at conferences like FETC, ISTE, IETC, IDEACon, and more. He holds a Master’s Degree from the University of Illinois and a Bachelor’s from the University of Indianapolis.