How Technology is Accelerating Skill Development
Baker Technical Institute (BTI), a provider of Career Technical Education (CTE) programs focused on developing the next generation of skilled workers and community leaders in rural communities, is well known as an industry leader. One of the institute’s initiatives has been to revolutionize CTE training programs with cutting-edge simulation technology.
“BTI’s approach to personalized, simulation-based training has transformed our program,” said Doug Dalton, president. “It allows students to learn 2.5 times faster while also enhancing safety and engagement. At the same time, the cost of running the program would easily be three times higher without them. Today, simulators are driving our entire business model, enabling us to grow by 40% a year.”
Recently, Dalton discussed a range of topics related to simulation-based training:
Q: How does simulation technology integrate into your CTE curriculum?
Simulators like those from CM Labs, come with built-in curriculum developed in collaboration with industry experts. This allows students to practice real-world tasks, and they must show proficiency to move on.
Simulators now account for 80% of the curriculum, and we complement this with insights from experienced instructors to guide students through hands-on learning.
[…]Read the full article sharing Baker Technical Institute’s interview with Lift & Access in Lift and Access’ January/February 2024 Magazine, p26-p28.