The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

Recognized by the Driver and Vehicle Stands Agency (DVSA) as recommended reading for the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) exams, this bestselling guide is the authoritative guide for both trainee and qualified driving instructors. The Driving Instructor's Handbook covers every aspect of being a driving instructor, from the role itself, to the characteristics needed to the job effectively, through to preparation for the ADI exams. Now in its 22nd edition, the book includes detailed guidance on issues such as licences, training, teaching and coaching skills and road traffic law. Fully updated to cover all changes including updates to the ADI theory and practical tests, new rules in the Highway Code, revised motorway legislation, different rules and procedures in Northern Ireland and updated advice on disabilities, this book is essential reading for anyone involved in the training of drivers or driving instructors.




The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

The Driving Instructor's Handbook is widely recognized in the driver training industry as the authoritative reference guide for trainee and qualified instructors. This best-selling handbook covers every aspect of the profession, from the role and the characteristics needed to do the job well, preparation for the three ADI examination requirements (Theory and hazard perception, Driving ability and Instructional ability), through to the driving test and driving larger vehicles. Updated for 2011 with the latest information relating to the ever-changing driving industry, The Driving Instructor's Handbook is essential reading for anyone involved in the training of new drivers and instructors at all levels.




The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

This handbook is designed for both would-be and qualified driving instructors. It provides information on the training and testing of both instructors and L drivers, and covers the examination and training procedure for trainee instructors. Comprehensive guidance is given on: the Department of Transport's driving test criteria; assessment methods and standards applied by examiners; the methods of driver training; requirements for inclusion in the Register of Approved Driving Instructors; and different markets for driving instructors.




The Official DVSA Guide to Driving


Book Description

This is the industry-standard driving manual. It is focussed on you, the driver, and explains how to get the most enjoyment from your driving with the correct attitude, behaviour and skills. The Official DSA Guide to Driving - the essential skills, together with The Official Highway Code and Know Your Traffic Signs, provides the source material for learner car driver and driving instructor theory tests, being referenced throughout with the latest official DSA theory test titles for car drivers.




Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors


Book Description

Written for both existing and trainee driving instructors in the UK, Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors shows how to develop and improve the ability to teach driving as a lifetime skill. The companion title to the popular best-seller The Driving Instructor's Handbook, it offers advice on teaching, communication and coaching skills. Fully revised, it investigates how and why people learn and the different teaching and learning processes involved. With sections on structuring a lesson and problem solving, it also looks at the reasons why people learn to drive and the motivation involved in seeing it through, from early stage lessons to the final practical test. Listed by the DSA as essential reading for the ADI exams, it is an indispensable guide for all new and established driving instructors, providing all the necessary advice for the conscientious instructor keen to communicate effectively with their pupils.




Who's in the Driving Seat


Book Description

The definitive guide for driving instructors - packed with practical tips, tools, techniques, questions and scenarios to implement in your driving lessons straight away. Written specifically for driving instructors who want to gain a better understanding of coaching and client-centred learning techniques, Who's In The Driving Seat? is written by industry experts and coaching specialists, Ged Wilmot and Claire Wilmot. Written for trainee and fully-qualified driving instructors in an easy-to-follow format Fully explains the concepts of coaching and client-centred learning Step-by-step guide to structuring a fully client-centred driving lesson Packed with practical examples of coaching conversations in action Personal anecdotes help bring all the concepts to life Packed with practical tools and techniques, questions, scenarios and guidance Exclusive interactive features - access additional online content, downloads and extra resources related to the section you are reading Readers also have access to an exclusive 'members only' Facebook readers group, where they can interact directly with the authors and fellow driving instructors if they need further advice or guidance Husband and wife team, Ged Wilmot and Claire Wilmot have combined their 40+ years of driver training experience and backgrounds in Psychology, NLP and coaching, to devise a deep-dive, practical guide to becoming a more effective driving instructor. Taking the mystery out of client-centred learning and coaching, Who's In the Driving Seat? is an invaluable resource for all trainee and qualified driving instructors, regardless of age or experience. By the end of this book, you will have an excellent understanding of coaching and client-centred learning and you will be equipped with dozens of techniques to help your learner drivers become safe and responsible drivers - for LIFE. ------------------------------------------------ "A must-read, easy-to-follow masterpiece on client-centred learning and its application to the driver training industry. I can't recommend it highly enough. This will be essential reading for my PDIs and ADIs in the future. Brilliant!" -- Phil Hirst MCIPD (ADI Trainer) ------------------------------------------------ "This book is a step by step guide to client-centred learning. With easy to implement tools and techniques, example lesson scenarios and comprehensive references, this book will be a firm favourite on any conscientious driving instructor's reading list." -- Lou Walsh (ADI Trainer) ------------------------------------------------ "This book demystifies the art of client-centred learning and is invaluable if you wish to learn how to do it properly as a PDI or to make the switch if you are already an ADI. A great read!" -- Bob Morton (Training Director - Learner Driving Centre) ------------------------------------------------ "An invaluable resource for any ADI or PDI. The interactive element is useful, and I like the way it challenges the reader to self-reflect. An interesting and thought-provoking read." -- Lynne Barrie MA Driver Training (ADINJC Chairman) ------------------------------------------------




Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors


Book Description

a companion to the popular best-seller the driving instructor’s handbook, practical teaching skills for driving instructors has been thoroughly revised to include everything a trainee or qualified instructor needs to ensure effective results. this revised edition looks deeper into the reasons why people learn to drive and the motivation involved in seeing it through, from early stage lessons to the final practical test. it provides detailed information on the dsa standards of communication skills for instructors and examines the concept of driving examiners as coaches. for every conscientious instructor keen to communicate well with his or her pupils, this essential book provides all the necessary practical advice and guidance. endorsed and recommended by: driving standards agency




The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

A professional resource for Approved Driving Instructors (ADI), for candidate ADIs and for people who are considering applying to register as an ADI in Ireland. This handbook contains useful information and practical tips to help ADIs provide an effective and professional service to their customers. It draws on international research and best practice guides. It gives a clear description of what it means to be an ADI in the new learning-to-drive environment. The handbook is now included on the list of recommended reading for those applying for the qualifying examinations to become a registered and Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in Ireland.




The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

"The Driving Instructor's Handbook is recommended by the Driving Standards Agency for those studying for the Approved Driving Instructor's qualifying examination." Driving Standards Agency Register of Approved Driving Instructors "An up-to-date copy of The Driving Instructor's Handbook is as essential for a fully qualified instructor as it is for those seeking to pass the ADI qualifying examinations." John Lepine MBE, General Manager, The Motor Schools Association "...excellent reading for those in the business of instructors training." Driving Magazine "Undoubtedly essential reading" Road Law This revised and updated 13th edition of The Driving Instructor's Handbook takes into account changes in the driving training industry and is recognised as the authoritative reference guide for would-be and qualified instructors. Recommended by the DSA, this widely read book provides the most up-to-date information and comprehensive guidance on *driving licenses, *teaching skills, *training procedures, *the current ADI entry examination - theory and practical, *the new style theory test, *marking of the driver ability test, *the trainee license, *the ADI Check Test, *the L Test - theory and practical and *road traffic law. Highly practical, the Handbook also covers driver training and testing for motorcycles, buses, lorries and taxis.




Teach Your Teen to Drive


Book Description

"Teach Your Teen to Drive... and Stay Alive" is a fun and highly effective way for parents to teach their teens to drive while covering each states' parent-teen practice driving laws-typically an average of 50 hours.