This group is for those people in the education profession with a passion for their work who want to stay informed about developments in education policy, issues, research, best practices, etc. It will provide opportunities to share recent findings in effective ways to improve student outcomes and school environments. We will seek ways to take action in support of our best interests in the public realm. If you enjoy following current events and digging deeper than the obvious simple rhetoric o …

Educelerate is an education industry accelerator focused on Chicago and the Midwest. We are starting our efforts through this bimonthly MeetUp to grow and develop an ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors and partners.

Community   Community Events   From private group training sessions and guest speakers to concerts and organization meetings, the Microsoft Store offers a variety of complimentary events and services in our Theater. We are proud members of the local community and welcome opportunities to host events for our friends and neighbors. Learn technology skills. Have fun. Spread the word. Whether you're looking to enhance your organization's technology skills, build awareness in the local community fo …

… ss Analysis industry • Gain more knowledge about resources, tools and techniques for personal and professional growth • Participate in career and leadership development growth path for CoP participants, CoP Leaders and future leaders • Acquire education and mentorship to enable IIBA certification

… He was formally the COO of Quigo, an advertising technology startup sold to AOL, where he was responsible for product stratgy, product management, technology and client services. Prior to Quigo, Marty spent nearly 6 years at eBay, most recently as the SVP of Technology/CTO during which time he was also a member of eBay's executive staff. This event is FREE to all attendees. Food and drink will be provided and you can enter a raffle to win an iPad2. RSVP here: http://carsdotcomspeakerseries …

Meet a new network of local entrepreneurs to share tips and problem solving techniques, get advice on profitability and career and discuss mentoring and business models. Swap business cards and watch your personal business directory grow! Especially helpful would be entrepreneurs who have experience or want support in: Professional/Personal development, Marketing/Sales/Advertising, Finance or, who are looking to startup a business in one of the following industries: Education, Real Estate, Healt …

… North Star, Self-directed Learning for Teens, is a resource center, community center where teens take responsibility for their own education while attending the center 3-4 days a week. Their annual educational plan is created with parent involvement and support and guidance from staff. Families become homeschoolers in order to attend. The model center is in Hadley, MA and the Chicago area one will be in the Oak Park, IL area. If you're interested in being a part of this exciting new center, plea …

To help support the needs of underpriveleged youth, through the support of our members and followers, living in the Chicagoland Western Suburbs. Our mission is to provide scholarship opportunities to aid recipients in following their passion in life, whether it is an educational, artistic or athletic pursuit. Members are those alumni and "friends of the program" that are willing to give back to those of their community by congregating socially and professionally to become a cornerstone in our lo …

Workshop 88 is a hackerspace (also know as a makerspace) located in Chicago’s western suburbs. Focused on science, technology, mechanics, culture and the digital arts we offer a space were people with diverse backgrounds can socialize, collaborate and learn. Through shared resources, knowledge and ideas we strive to create a space that promotes community and learning. Workshop 88 is located in 481 N Main St. Rear Building Unit B, in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. If you are interested in learning mor …

The Green Technology Organization is a not-for-profit organization focused on advancing the knowledge of members, businesses and the general public through networking, education and improving the visibility of green technology businesses within the region. Our monthly meetings focus on exciting topics related to new technologies for generating, distributing, storing, conserving and efficiently managing greener energy technologies and fuels.You are encouraged to participate in the group as …

Tech In Motion is an event that originated during Chicago's 1st annual Tech Week. The event went so well we decided to continue to do more. The basic idea of the group is to explore how to create a company from an idea and what it takes to become a successful business. We will explore this process by focusing on three critical areas and inviting a panel of experts talk about each phase: Idea, Build and Go. We will be speaking about the full life cycle of an idea from inception to profitability.  …

A smartphone is a mobile phone that offers more advanced computing ability and connectivity than a contemporary basic feature phone.Smartphones and feature phones may be thought of as handheld computers integrated within a mobile telephone, but while most feature phones are able to run applications based on platforms such as Java ME, a smartphone allows the user to install and run more advanced applications based on a specific platform. Smartphones run complete operating system software providin …

This group is for anyone interested in learning about speed reading. Help us organize speed reading classes in your area. Free Speed Reading Class - Watch it Now! Iris speed reading classes are held in major cities throughout the U.S. Help us reach out to even more people by organizing sessions in your city!    

Welcome to the Chicago Woman Developers Meet-up While open and welcoming, today's budding developer community is up to 91% male. There isn't a comfortable place where women can learn at their own pace and not be afraid to ask "stupid questions." We decided it was time to provide a place where all questions are OK and everyone can learn in a supportive environment. 

The Venchure Community brings together like-minded professionals through roundtable discussions, user groups, training workshops, seminars and civic community activities. If you're an entrepreneur, startup, or a small business owner we welcome you to join!   *This group will be limited to specific types of professionals and your membership will be pending upon approval.  **This is not a group for MLM, sales leads, real estate or insurance sales. And definitely not a group for dating leads!! Any …

This group is meant for those users and developers who already work with the Plone CMS as well as those who are looking to get their feet wet with the tool at CMS Expo by attending some Plone learning sessions. Anyone who has been involved with the Plone community and others always gives it high praise as being very accepting, helpful, diverse, and respectful. Come see what we're all about!