APTA chooses Xpan
March 27, 2007
Calgary, AB (March 27, 2007) - The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has chosen Calgary-based Xpan Interactive Ltd. (Xpan) to develop the first computer-based blended training program for the association, which represents more than 90 per cent of transit properties in North America.
The success of this project is critical to future rail training programs and related training and development resources. Xpan was chosen because of their expertise in the development of custom elearning programs for the public transportation industry.
Online training modules are being developed as part of a training toolkit for rail industry signal maintainers. The computer-based training program will be highly interactive and will be available through APTA’s web site and on CD. Learners who are new to the rail industry will benefit from the self-paced modular approach to learning. The program uses a SCORM and AICC compliant learning management system to measure and manage the program.
“We are very excited to work with APTA and their members, as we help them lead the way in online training in the public transportation sector,” says Ron Thiele, President and CEO of Xpan.
About APTA
APTA is the leading force in advancing public transportation, providing safe, efficient and economical transit services in North American. Over ninety percent of passengers using transit in the U.S. and Canada are carried by APTA members. With a mission to strengthen and improve public transportation, APTA serves and leads its diverse membership through advocacy, innovation and information sharing. APTA and its predecessor organizations have been representing the transit industry for over 100 years, since 1882.
About Xpan
Xpan Interactive Ltd. is a leading interactive agency specializing in developing custom computer-based training programs and web applications. Based in Calgary, Alberta, Xpan works with transportation, oil and gas, technology and government organizations to develop powerful learning environments that engage and empower the learner, providing flexible, self-paced learning. Xpan's training solutions yield tangible and measurable results — shorter learning cycles, better retention, and improved performance.
- 30 -
For more information please contact:
Ron Thiele
President & CEO
Xpan Interactive Ltd.
Email: ron@xpan.ca
Phone: (403) 208-3848
Fax: (403) 208-3858
Web site: www.xpan.ca