Curriculum - Introduction to Drivers Education
Purpose
The introduction module is intended to provide an explanation of the driver's educations content and expectations.The instructor should identify the basic elements of becoming a successful driver and provide an overview of the Mass driver's license and the license process.
Objectives
Upon completion ofthis module, the students should be able to:
- Explain the structure of the driver's educaiton program and their responsibilities for successful completion
- List the basic driving fundamentals
- Identify the impact of decision making on driving records
- Define the Mass license classes and restrictions
- Outline the procedure for obtaniing a license
Measurement
- Issue a personality indicator instrumentso students can identify the type of driver they might be.
- Facilitate a discussion with the students on decision-making and gauge their understanding of how
decisions impact their driving.
Topic Outline
1. Student Responsibilities, Class Schedules and Syllabus, Structure of Class, Administrative Requirements.
2. Value of Taking a driver Education Course
3. Driving Fundamentals
- Control
- Responsibility
- Recognition
- Anticipation
- Compensation
- Courtesy
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