Garmin® Introduces eLearning Program for Aviation Products
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the
global leader in satellite navigation, announced today a new highly
interactive, computer-based training program that helps customers take
advantage of the features of their Garmin aviation products.
The eLearning Program, distributed on CD-ROM, is a standalone,
self-paced Windows® compatible application, which uses a proven
multi-mode teaching system. Content is divided into sections and does
not need to be reviewed sequentially, so users can access and learn
about a specific topic of interest, whenever it’s convenient for them.
After choosing any of the over 50 topics, users will watch a simulated
multi-media demonstration of a task, such as creating a flight plan.
Then, for key topics, a scenario-based, guided simulation system will
help the user practice the task by following step-by-step, on-screen
prompts. Lastly, the user can practice what they learned without the
help prompts, to reinforce and assess their skills. The program offers
remediation and also tracks the user’s progress throughout the
courseware.
Garmin has teamed with Pegasus Interactive to develop the eLearning
Program. Pegasus Interactive is a leading developer of award-winning
courseware and rich internet applications for the aviation industry.
The GPSMAP® 696/695 eLearning Program CD-ROM is available immediately
from authorized Garmin dealers or from Garmin.com for a suggested retail
price of $99.95. Garmin expects to expand the eLearning Program library
and anticipates offering web-based training for the GPSMAP 396, GPSMAP
496, GPSMAP 696/695, GNS 430W/530W and G1000® in the future.
About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN),
the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of
companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation,
communication and information devices and applications – most of which
are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive,
mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM
applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in the Cayman Islands, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the
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