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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) has released the second CD in its interactive "Introduction to Arboriculture Training Series." The "Tree Worker Safety" CD is the latest development in this new educational resource. The self-paced series of interactive CDs supplements the certification study guide.
The "Tree Worker Safety" CD teaches guidelines regarding safe work practices. Lessons include general safety, climbing, and rigging. The CD uses animated knots and interactive exercises to teach proper techniques. Use of this CD, with completion of the quiz questions, can earn an arborist six continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain certification credentials. "Tree Worker Safety" is currently available only in English, but a Spanish version is in production.
The training series was designed with adult and non-traditional learners in mind. Adult learners who cannot attend formal classes can utilize this self-paced instruction to help further their arboricultural education. Non-traditional learners who respond best to visual, auditory, and hands-on teaching methods benefit from the detailed graphics and video, the digital audio that enhances the text, and especially the high level of interactivity.
Other features make the CDs suitable additions to any tree care resource library. One such feature is a glossary of key terms with definitions and pronunciations. Instructional strategies simulating job tasks is another useful tool. The CDs are also designed to provide instant feedback to responses, which engages the learner in the process. Also, the quiz questions are designed to simulate certification tests and help the learner master the objectives for the specific topic.
The "Introduction to Arboriculture: Tree Worker Safety" CD, as well as the first in the series "Introduction to Arboriculture: Tree Biology" (available in English and Spanish) are available through the ISA for $69.95 (or $59.95 for ISA members). The third CD in the series "Introduction to Arboriculture: Pruning" is now in development. Visit the ISA’s Web site for more information, or contact Sharon Lilly or Lisa Butler in the education department by calling 217/355-9411.