Driver Education

Course Description: Driver Education is a one-semester course worth one-half credit.  It consists of two phases: classroom and behind the wheel.  The information taught in this class will teach the students responsible and safe driving as well as decision-making skills.
Goals:
  • To develop an understanding of the highway transportation system and the driving task.
  • To develop an understanding of the signs, signals and road markings and how they help traffic flow.
  • To learn how to analyze traffic situations, predict outcomes, and make wise decisions for executing safe actions.
  • To develop and understanding of how to perform basic car maneuvers, negotiate various intersections, and interact with other roadway users.
  • To learn how to drive safely in various environments and conditions (weather, vehicle malfunctions, etc.)
  • To learn that their physical and emotional conditions affect how safely they drive.  They will know how alcohol and other drugs affect a person's ability to operate a vehicle.

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