This document outlines the modules and topics covered in an in-car driver observation course. Module Two focuses on the in-car observation instructional phase and covers pre-drive tasks, occupant protection, vehicle symbols and devices, starting tasks, vehicle operation and control tasks, and post-drive tasks. Students are expected to observe other drivers performing various driving maneuvers and tasks related to these topics and review their observations with the instructor.

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TOPICS BOOK/MEDIA PAGE VIDEOS AND HOW TO ARTICLES
Module One is the prerequisite to
licensing. In a Concurrent Program
upon completion and mastery of
Module One, students can apply
for a Learner License. Upon
completion and mastery of Module
One through Twelve classroom
instruction phase, students can
apply for a Learner license.
Module Two Driver Preparation Drivers Ed Guru Effective Communication with your Teen
In-Car Observation Instructional Behind the Wheel Practice
Phase
2.3.1 Pre-Drive Tasks http://youtu.be/EA989OnnXp4
(A) Observe the student driver How to Change your Oil
utilizing pre-drive tasks including pre-
start and pre-drive maintenance Should I Buy my Teen a Junker First Car
procedures performed prior to and The Short Answer is No
after entering the vehicle
(B) The student is expected to review Stage 1 checklist
the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on pre-drive tasks
including pre-start and pre-drive
maintenance procedures performed
prior to and after entering the vehicle
2.3.2 Occupant Protection Driver’s Ed Guru Remind them to wear a seat belt
(A)The student is expected to utilize
occupant protection and restraint
systems
(B) Review the vehicle owner’s
manual for information on utilizing
occupant protection and restraint
systems
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(C)Identify the active and passive Driver’s Ed Guru Stage 2 checklist
occupant protection and restraint
systems equipped in the vehicle
(D) The student is expected to
observe vehicle occupants utilizing
occupant protection and restraint
systems and review the observations
with the instructor
2.3.3 Symbols and Devices Intersections part 1
(A) The student is expected to
observe other drivers utilizing vehicle Intersections part 2
symbols and devices and review the
observations with the instructor
(B) The student is expected to review
the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on utilizing vehicle
symbols and devices
2.3.4 Starting Tasks Driver’s Ed Guru Turning part 1
(A) The student is expected to
observe other drivers performing Turning part 2
vehicle operation and control tasks to
accelerate, decelerate, steer
Turning part 3
(straight, right, and left) move
forward, back, turn (left and right),
perform lateral and turnabout
maneuvers, stop, and park at various
speed and review the observations
with the instructor
(B) The student is expected to review
the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on starting tasks
2.3.5 Vehicle Operation and
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Control Tasks
(A) The student is expected to
observe other drivers perform
blindspot and mirror checks
(B) The student is expected to
observe other drivers performing
multi-task performances utilizing
countermeasure and to compensate
for divided attention
(C) Review the vehicle owner’s
manual for information on operating
and controlling the vehicle
2.3.6 Post-Drive Tasks Driver’s Ed Guru Stage 3 checklist
(A) The student is expected to
observe other drivers post-drive tasks
including stopping, engine shut-
down, post-drive maintenance,
exiting the vehicle including a visual
check to ensure that all passengers
especially children and animals are
out of the vehicle, and securing the
vehicle procedures
(B) The student is expected to review
the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on post-drive tasks
2.3.7 Module Two Driver In-Car Driver’s Ed Guru Stage 4 checklist
Progress Assessment
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