FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -------------------------- Of interest to editors/authors covering: Security/Safety, Schools/Education, Distance-based Learning/Internet Emergency Response Professionals Can Utilize Distance Learning Technology STILLWATER, Okla. - Mar. 17, 2003 /PRnetwire.com/ -- In response to the threats facing the nation, Teletraining Institute presents a program to improve emergency response communication using distance learning technologies. Teletraining plans to educate crisis response workers and managers to utilize distance learning for training, information dissemination and communication at The Academy 2003: Distance Learning for Homeland Security Professionals. The Academy is a two-week course taught by distance learning specialists at the Teletraining Institute. This year’s Academy is specifically designed to assist emergency response and homeland security professionals in improving the vigilance and preparedness of their organization by employing distance technology. The course will be held June 16 to June 27, 2003, at the Teletraining Institute Training Center in Stillwater, Okla. The Academy 2003 allows participants to gain hands-on experience with the latest technologies and understand the capabilities of converting and developing information into a distance format. Participants will have the opportunity to explore on-demand services, interact with new distance communication developers and look into the future of consumer-oriented technologies that can be implemented to distribute crucial information during a crisis situation. The Academy 2003 is a unique venue to learn how distance technology distributes information immediately and consistently to many people at once, which is crucial in the event of an emergency. The course is specifically designed for emergency responders and crisis managers including federal, state and local emergency managers, hospital administrators, firefighters, law enforcement agents and crisis communicators. Participants will: * Network with others who have similar responsibilities and challenges * Learn components of effective applications, such as course design, format, teaching methods, learner support, learning management and evaluation * Work hands-on with the most up-to-date distance learning products and services * Get the latest information on content development resources and technology including audio, video streaming, computer, multimedia and the Internet "One of the critical aspects in homeland security is providing appropriate information to specific audiences using multiple communication systems to ensure total accessibility," said founder and CEO of Teletraining Institute, Lorne Parker. "In order to accomplish this task, first-responders must be capable in their skills and in providing information to specific groups in times of crisis." During the course, participants plan and produce actual content that can be implemented at their organizations. The Academy 2003 costs $3,495 per person and group discounts are available. A complete course description is available at http://www.teletrain.com/AcademyProgramAnnounce.PDF. For more information or to register, call Alice Parker at 405.743.3463 or toll-free at 800.755.2356, or e-mail alice@teletrain.com. About Teletraining Institute Located in Stillwater, Okla., Teletraining Institute is a nonprofit corporation, and the nation's largest and most experienced training source for distance learning. Visit www.teletrain.com for more information. Teletraining Institute, 1524 W. Admiral Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074. Contact: Alice Parker Teletraining Institute 405.743.3463 800.755.2356 alice@teletrain.com # # # [source of news = Teletraining Institute] S2P-NAT.SEL/ Emergency Response Professionals Can Utilize Distance Learning Technology ref: http://www.send2press.com/2archive/2003/pr_03_0317-teletrain.txt ---------------------------------------------