Thursday, March 19, 2015

Thursday, March 19, 2015

TODAY'S TASKS

1. A little Review:

a. Yesterday we talked about impaired driving and distracted driving. Drowsy Driving is also a big problem.

b. We will watch a real drowsy driver accident to start today.

2. Handbook Work:

a. We will study pages 11-15 of the Driver Handbook. 

b. Download the following Handbook Worksheet #3, make a copy, rename it, and complete the reading and answer the questions:

Handbook Worksheet #3 - Pages 11-15

c. Discussion: What other important elements should we discuss? Other issues you would like to discuss?

3. Preview of Today's Lesson/Chapter

a. We will watch a little video clip about Signs, Signals, and Pavement Markings to introduce today's topic. 
b. We will discuss traffic signs on a powerpoint.
c. Please ask questions and clarify any misconceptions.

4. Responsible Driving:

a. Open to Chapter Five of Responsible Driving.

b. Read this chapter and answer the Chapter Test Questions and the Driver's Log on Page 95.

c. Download, make a copy, rename it, and complete the following Chapter Five Answer Sheet to complete this assignment:

Chapter Five Answer Sheet

d. Discussion: Why is it important know, understand, and obey traffic signs, signals, and pavement markings?

5. Wrap-Up/Follow-Up

a. Get your permits, start driving with your parents...
b. Do not forget the Parent Night TONIGHT! It will be from 5:30-6:30 pm in the auditorium.

c. Remember... NO CLASS TOMORROW!