Patent ID: 6099320
Filing Date: 2000-08-08
Classification: G09B

Abstract:
A method of self-paced, computer-based training for individuals, the method usable in a distracting work environment by focusing the individual's attention onto the training, comprising:providing the student with a computer screen and an input device;providing on the computer screen a series of images of a student entering a virtual training center and moving through the virtual training center toward a virtual training workstation, the images of entering and moving through the virtual training providing a virtual environment to focus the student away from the real environment and onto the training;providing on the computer screen an image of the virtual training workstation with the virtual training center in the background, the virtual training center image in the background providing the student a virtual training environment, thereby reducing distractions from the outside, non-virtual environment;presenting to the student on the virtual training workstation a choice of training programs for presentation, the training programs presented including only those programs that the student is qualified to undertake;presenting to the student on the virtual training workstation an audio-visual presentation including first information to be learned;presenting to the student on the virtual training workstation a test to determine whether the student has learned the first information;if the student has learned the first information, presenting to the student on the virtual training workstation second information; andif the student has not learned the first information, repeating the presentation of the first information.