IO Technologies has developed a new online course sytem together with the Rochester Insitute of Technology. The courses are designed for printing, publishing, and imaging education and offers students the ability to learn at leisure. The couses also utilitze the SWIFT online adaptive learning technology deveolped by Gemini Learning Systems. According to IO Technologies:
IO Technologies, an independent graphic arts consulting and training company, announced today that it has entered into an exclusive training partnership with the Corporate Education and Training Department of the Rochester Institute of Technology (R.I.T.). R.I.T. is an internationally renowned leader in career-oriented and professional education located in Rochester, N.Y.
IO Technologies has created seven new eLearning courses for R.I.T. In addition, the company is currently developing more programs, including several certification courses.
IO Technologiesi courses-the first Web-based classes in their respective areas of study offered by R.I.T. Corporate Education and Training-represent a new chapter in printing, publishing, and imaging training. Each one utilizes the SWIFT online adaptive learning technology from Gemini Learning Systems. This unique learning environment allows courses to adapt to the skill level of the student by pre-testing the skill level of each registrant and allowing them to pre-select their objectives. Each course is designed by experts in their respective fields and is customized to meet the skills and needs of individual users.
You can find more information about the online courses at the R.I.T. Web site. The courses range from US$200.00 to US$600.00.