“5 Ways to Maximize Drivers Education”

Driver’s education is one of the first steps to becoming a legal driver. It teaches teenagers and adults the skills needed to be safe, confident, and knowledgeable drivers. Individuals can feel the desire to put forth limited effort or act like they already know how to drive. However, driver’s education is not something that should be taken lightly. In this week’s blog, we will look at 5 practical tips to get the most out of your driver’s education program. 

Be Present and Attentive: Attend class prepared and ready to learn. Oftentimes as students, we can begin to daze off during class, but it is important for our learning to be present and locked into the class. If you need help with paying attention, sit in the front of the class or in a location that you know will not elicit distractions. Another great way to stay attentive is to take notes. 

Ask Questions: The classes and drive times are designed with the students in mind, but there is always time for questions. If you are confused about a topic, ask it. Getting clarification now can keep you and your classmates safe, while allowing the material to be in your mind longer. The instructor can not read your mind so it is important to ask questions if you have them.  

Study Outside of Class: Class time is not the only time to get better at driving. Study material from the previous class, look at quality driving resources like blogs and governmental websites and watch and ask more experienced drivers questions. 

Embrace Behind-the-wheel lessons: The 6 behind-the-wheel sessions are designed to give hands-on application on real roads with a trained professional. In these drives, students will learn things from basic maneuvering to parking, to driving in multiple situations around the area. These lessons are designed to give students confidence and knowledge behind the wheel. Embrace the drive times and ask questions when they arise. The instructor is there to keep you safe and individually help you learn how to drive a motor vehicle. 

Practice: Driving over 50 hours is a requirement to getting your driver’s license in Illinois. Practicing is the best way to get better at anything. It is important to have an experienced driver in the vehicle with you when you are first starting. When practicing, work on practicing good habits that align with the instructions and regulations detailed in class. It is important to practice all aspects of driving, but especially for people who may be taking the driving test, it is important to practice up and downhill parking and the tricky backing out of an alley. 

Driver’s education is your time and place to learn the necessities for safe and proper driving. It is a place for you to learn and grow. Drivers Edge School of Driving is here for you for all your driving-related needs and questions and aims to educate students of all ages on the best road safety and pertinent driving skills.