The Driving Instructor's Handbook
14th Edition
Published on 3. June 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
400 pages
978-0-7494-4746-5 (ISBN)
Description
The Driving Instructor's Handbook is widely recognised in the driver training industry as the authoritive reference guide for both trainees and qualified instructors (ADIs). This, the 14th edition, has been revised to take into account the significant changes to the ADI exams that will be introduced by the DSA in 2006. Recommended by the DSA for the ADI exams, this bestselling handbook provides the most up-to-date information and comprehensive guidance. Highly practical, the handbook covers driver training and testing for cars, lorries, buses and motorcycles.
Reviews / Votes
"Essential reading for anyone studying for the ADI Qualifying Examination." - Driving Instructor Magazine "Recommended by the DSA for those studying for the Approved Driving Instructor's qualifying examination." - DSA 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"More details
Edition
14th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 153 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7494-4746-5 (9780749447465)
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John Miller
The Driving Instructor's Handbook
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10/2007
15th Edition
Kogan Page Ltd
€44.79
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Previous edition
John Miller
The Driving Instructor's Handbook
Book
11/2005
13th Edition
Kogan Page Ltd
€44.74
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Person
John Miller and the late Margaret Stacey each have over 30 years' driver training experience and have been involved in the industry as consultants with many organizations and committees. They are also authors of the bestselling companion book Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors - now in its 5th edition. Margaret is author of Learn to Drive in 10 Easy Stages and John is author of The LGV Learner Driver's Guide. Both books are published by Kogan Page.
Content
The Role of the Driving Instructor; The ADI Register and the Qualifying Examination; Training for the ADI Examination and Preparing for the Check Test; The Driver; The Car; Driving Theory; Driver Training; Teaching People with Disabilities; The Driving Test; Driving Lorries, Buses and Motorbikes.
1. The Driving Instructor
The instructor's role
Qualities of a good driver and instructor
The ADI qualification
Selecting a course
ORDIT - the Official Register of Driving Instructor Training
Driving instructor associations
The driver training industry
Continuing professional development
The future
2. The ADI Register
Qualifications
Trainee licence
Examination structure
Part 1: Theory and hazard perception
Part 2: Driving ability
Part 3: Instructional ability
ADI Check Test
DSA service standards
3. ADI Part 1: Theory and Hazard Perception
Theory test
Hazard perception test
4. ADI Part 2: Driving Ability
Application
The car
Eyesight
Vehicle safety questions
The driving test
Preparation
The syllabus
Eco-safe driving
Marking system
Your driving skills
Profile of 'the perfect driver'
On the road
System of car control
5. ADI Part 3: Instructional Ability
Application
The car
Test format
Structure of the test
Assessment of instructional ability
Preparation
The test
The preset tests
When you pass
If you fail
The ADI certificate
Pupils' pass rates
6. The Driver
Driver licensing
Driving abroad
Visitors and new residents
Road traffic law
Motor vehicle insurance
Legal obligations of a supervising driver
Advanced driving tests
Eco-driving
7. The Car
Mechanical principles
Vehicle safety checks
Vehicle controls and operation
Vehicle regulations
Documents
8. Driver Training
Methods of learning
Teaching and learning
The learner's needs
Skill training
Structuring the learning
Driver training syllabus
Route planning
Instructions and terminology
Corrections on the move
Dual controls
Assessments and standards
'L' driver errors
Assessing progress
Driver's record
Pass Plus syllabus
9. Disabilities and Impairments
Assessing the needs
Notes on disabilities
Vehicle adaptations
Impaired vision
Impaired hearing
Other impairments and distractions
Methods of teaching
Applying for tests
Instructor courses
10. The Driving Test
Theory and hazard perception test
Practical test
Marking system
Driving test errors
Car and trailer test
Extended driving test
DSA service standards
11. Business Skills and Customer Care
Business skills
Customer care
Code of practice
12. Driving Large Vehicles
LGV driving licences
Young LGV Driver Scheme
Health and eyesight
Applying for a licence
LGV theory test
LGV practical test
Minimum test vehicles
Instructor qualifications
Voluntary Register of LGV Instructors
Compulsory training of LGV drivers
The instructor's role
Qualities of a good driver and instructor
The ADI qualification
Selecting a course
ORDIT - the Official Register of Driving Instructor Training
Driving instructor associations
The driver training industry
Continuing professional development
The future
2. The ADI Register
Qualifications
Trainee licence
Examination structure
Part 1: Theory and hazard perception
Part 2: Driving ability
Part 3: Instructional ability
ADI Check Test
DSA service standards
3. ADI Part 1: Theory and Hazard Perception
Theory test
Hazard perception test
4. ADI Part 2: Driving Ability
Application
The car
Eyesight
Vehicle safety questions
The driving test
Preparation
The syllabus
Eco-safe driving
Marking system
Your driving skills
Profile of 'the perfect driver'
On the road
System of car control
5. ADI Part 3: Instructional Ability
Application
The car
Test format
Structure of the test
Assessment of instructional ability
Preparation
The test
The preset tests
When you pass
If you fail
The ADI certificate
Pupils' pass rates
6. The Driver
Driver licensing
Driving abroad
Visitors and new residents
Road traffic law
Motor vehicle insurance
Legal obligations of a supervising driver
Advanced driving tests
Eco-driving
7. The Car
Mechanical principles
Vehicle safety checks
Vehicle controls and operation
Vehicle regulations
Documents
8. Driver Training
Methods of learning
Teaching and learning
The learner's needs
Skill training
Structuring the learning
Driver training syllabus
Route planning
Instructions and terminology
Corrections on the move
Dual controls
Assessments and standards
'L' driver errors
Assessing progress
Driver's record
Pass Plus syllabus
9. Disabilities and Impairments
Assessing the needs
Notes on disabilities
Vehicle adaptations
Impaired vision
Impaired hearing
Other impairments and distractions
Methods of teaching
Applying for tests
Instructor courses
10. The Driving Test
Theory and hazard perception test
Practical test
Marking system
Driving test errors
Car and trailer test
Extended driving test
DSA service standards
11. Business Skills and Customer Care
Business skills
Customer care
Code of practice
12. Driving Large Vehicles
LGV driving licences
Young LGV Driver Scheme
Health and eyesight
Applying for a licence
LGV theory test
LGV practical test
Minimum test vehicles
Instructor qualifications
Voluntary Register of LGV Instructors
Compulsory training of LGV drivers