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Sorry i dont have a comment but just a question. I need to find the books that I need for getting through my drivers written and practical exam. Im in italy and I need to know exactly what books I need to prepare for my exam. Can anyone tell me where can i find the English version.Im lucky enough to to my exam in english and not italian.can anyone please help and reply to leeannvd@hotmail.com
Textbook resources
· By: Drivers.com staff
· Date: 1995-09-09
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This article was originally part of PDE's "Guide to Resources," which
was published in 1994. We are in the process of updating it. If you have
a favorite textbook that is not here, or have other comments, please email
us .
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Drive Right
- Handbook Plus 1991
- In-Car Instruction: Methods and Content
- Responsible Driving
- Roadworthy
- Studying for a Driver's License
- Tomorrow's Drivers
By Ronald Budig, Owen Crabb, Margaret L. Johnson, Arthur A. Opfer, Robert A. Pavlik. Scott Foresman, 1993. 390 pages. Hard cover version, $23.77 U.S., Soft cover version, 13.97 U.S. Discounts negotiable, samples available for bulk purchase.
Comes with a special teachers' edition that provides additional notes and tips for the teacher in special margins that accompany the student text. Richly illustrated with color photographs and graphics. Additional teaching aids available. For example: a companion reader for students who are not proficient in English or who have difficulty reading the main text; transparencies; posters; a workbook; and a teachers resource kit with tests, activity sheets, student handbook, in-car checklist. An ancillary handbook is available with Spanish translations of main ideas in each chapter. Information: Edward Rock, Tel: (708) 729-3000 or 1(800) 554-4411 (U.S.)
HANDBOOK PLUS
Propulsion. 1991, 204 pages.
An illustrated textbook for students of driving. Covers the traffic system, the car, and the basic elements of the driving task. Aimed at the driving school market. Available from the DSAA, tel: 1-800-270-DSAA
IN-CAR INSTRUCTION:
METHODS AND CONTENT
By William G. Anderson. 1977, 353 pages. Addison-Wesley.
Out of print but worth including here because it's recognized by many as the most detailed description of the driving task and methods of in-car instruction ever produced. This book incorporates all, or most of the critical objectives identified by the Human Resources Research Organization in its 1970 analysis of the driving task.
By Dr. James E. Aaron, Charles A. Butler, Dr. Thomas H. Culpepper, Dr. Maurice E. Dennis, Dr. Frank Kenel, and Dr. John W. Palmer. 1993, 368 pages. Published by Glencoe for the American Automobile Association.
Replaces "Sportsmanlike Driving". Richly illustrated chapters are divided
into lessons with in-text objectives and include hints to link content to other
curriculum areas such as math, science, or social studies. Special teacher "wraparound" edition
has Chapter tests, lesson objecitves, and suggestions for developing a driver's
log. Teachers resources include behind-the-wheel checklist blackline masters
booklet, information masters booklet, traffic charts, etc.
Information: Judy Witmer. Tel: 1-800-848-1567
Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Communications, 1985. 168 pages, $10 (Can). 20% discount on orders over $1000 (Can). 20% surcharge for orders outside Ontario. No sales taxes on orders to U.S.
The result of a systematic approach to providing a textbook for beginners. Drew heavily on professionals in field for content. Covers all aspects of the driving task, from the responsibilities of driving to adverse conditions and car maintenance. Well illustrated. Information: (416) 326-5300.
STUDYING FOR A DRIVER'S LICENCE
By Dr. Frank C. Kenel.
1994, 100 pages, People's Publishing.
A quiz format and color-coded information help beginners prepare for the driver's licence test. Information from: The People's Publishing Group, 230 West Passaic St., Maywood, NJ 07607.
TOMORROW'S DRIVERS
By Duane R. Johnson and Donn Maryott. 1986, 326 pages. Glencoe.
This textbook covers getting ready to drive, safe driving, driving environments, driver responsibilities and owner responsibilities. Fully illustrated, with tests for each chapter included in the text. Teacher's edition available with suggestions, answer keys, resource information. Test generator available for Apple II, II+, IIc or IIe (Min 64K). Information: Judy Witmer. Tel: 1-800-848-1567
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leeann, on Tuesday, 16. October 2007 at 06:09 AM
Andy, on Friday, 25. January 2008 at 06:17 PM
How do I go about starting a driving school. Where can I find out what the qualifications are.
