InCab University Announces Agreement with Instructional Technologies, Inc. to Launch InCab Driver Safety Training and Testing.CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- InCab University InCab University is an accredited American online university which allows truck drivers to study while on the road.[1][2][3]. References 1. ^ Keep on Truckin' Lee, William, Newsweek, September 2006 2. ^ Barnhill, Dan. (InCab U), the first and only accredited accredited recognition by an appropriate authority that the performance of a particular institution has satisfied a prestated set of criteria. accredited herds cattle herds which have achieved a low level of reactors to, e.g. college education program for truck drivers, has signed an agreement with Instructional Technologies There are two types of instructional technology: those with a systems approach, and those focusing on sensory technologies. The definition of instructional technology prepared by the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Definitions and Terminology , Inc. (ITI (Information Technology Industry Council, Washington, DC, www.itic.org) Formerly the Computer and Business Equipment Manufacturers Association (CBEMA), founded in 1916. ITI is a membership organization composed of approximately 30 large high-tech companies. ) to offer its TREAD-1 computer-based driver training within the InCab U's curriculum. TREAD-1 is a highly interactive training system providing an extensive variety of courses designed for truck drivers in the areas of operations, regulations, and safety. TREAD-1 is the nation's most complete computer-based training See CBT. (application) Computer-Based Training - (CBT) Training (of humans) done by interaction with a computer. The programs and data used in CBT are known as "courseware." service for drivers and is now conveniently available to all InCab University students from the comfort of their cabs. TREAD-1's constantly growing curriculum currently offers over 30 different courses. ITI's secure web-based database, provided at no cost to each user, documents and stores all TREAD-1 driver training data for easy record management and bullet-proof documentation when needed in litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. . Truck drivers across the country now have the opportunity to complete their driver and safety training in addition to earning a college degree without leaving their cab. Through a specially designed network, drivers can receive education and training over any internet-enabled PC or InCab computer device. This agreement brings together InCab University's innovative academic curriculum with TREAD-1's safety courses, allowing fleets the ability to train drivers without having to route them back into a home terminal. Craig Fuller Craig Fuller has been cited as one of the great American country-rock singer/songwriter/guitarists. Although he didn't receive the visibility many others did, Fuller's work nevertheless took root with a legion of fans and critics and is still widely praised today. , Chief Executive Officer of InCab University, says this type of access to driver and safety training is becoming increasingly important. "Fleets are demanding more and more options when it comes to training, and the goal is to do this without the driver ever having to step foot inside a terminal." Mr. Fuller goes on, "TREAD-1 is the industry leader in interactive driver training and in conjunction with InCab U's program of study, this agreement will allow all students to complete training on their own time from the ease of their truck. We are simply building on our motto of 'Learning for the Long Haul'." ITI Executive Vice President E. Bruce Weiss says that the industry has been waiting for years for an effective company like InCab University to make good on our promise to drivers to better their lives. "The cab is the principle workplace for the driver, and in the past it hasn't offered much beyond TV and boredom in his off-time: Providing this rich experience is great for the driver and for the trucking industry. Beyond that, our fleet clients are always looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. new and convenient ways to distribute our safety training to their drivers. InCab University is an ideal extension of our current distribution channels." As part of this deal, fleets will be able to access TREAD-1's training content through InCab University; additionally fleets that currently use TREAD-1's content will be able to offer accredited college courses to their drivers through InCab U. About InCab University InCab University is the first and only online, college-accredited curriculum designed specifically to offer the opportunity of higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. to our nation's driving community. Drivers can complete 100% of coursework coursework Noun work done by a student and assessed as part of an educational course Noun 1. coursework - work assigned to and done by a student during a course of study; usually it is evaluated as part of the student's and graduate with the degree of their choice without ever having to step foot on a traditional college campus. The online curriculum also allows drivers to work entirely from the privacy of the cab of their truck via a laptop or another PC. InCab University is committed to the lifelong learning Lifelong learning is the concept that "It's never too soon or too late for learning", a philosophy that has taken root in a whole host of different organisations. Lifelong learning is attitudinal; that one can and should be open to new ideas, decisions, skills or behaviors. process and excellence in offering the premier educational outlet for the transportation industry. About Instructions Technologies, Inc. (ITI) ITI, of Vancouver, WA, provides highly interactive and effective computer-based truck-driver training to over 130 carriers and schools across the US and Canada. By providing a free, secure, web-based database to each of its clients, carriers can monitor and document the drivers' training records. TREAD-1 and Pro-TREAD are promoted by many of the industry's top insurers to their clients because of its Risk Management benefits: Its regular use effectively reduces accidents and incidents, and in the event of a serious loss, its documentation can provide powerful evidence for the driver or fleet. Courses include such areas as Defensive Driving, Winter Driving, Backing, Accident Procedures, HOS & Log-Books, Fatigue Management, and the federally-required Entry Level courses. |
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