Lecture Notes on Driver Instruction Competencies

Introduction

• Discussion about the top five reasons for failure in driver instruction assessments.
• Importance of understanding the 17 competencies and how they relate to driver training standards.

Key Points Discussed

Feedback and Assessment

• Top Five Reasons for Failure: Understanding why these are the top five is crucial.
• Importance of appropriate and timely feedback during sessions.
• Question: Is there inconsistency in examiner assessments?
• Feedback suggests ADIs/PDIs might have wrong information or not understand required competencies.

National Driver Training Standard

• The 17 competencies are based on the National Driver Training Standard.
• These competencies are mirrored in part three and the new audit exam.
• Assessment criteria remain consistent across different checks.

Client-Centered Learning

• Client-centered learning underpins the 17 competencies.
• Difference between client-centered and client-led approaches.
• Importance of managing risk and adapting instruction based on client needs.

Elements and Competency Assessment

• All 17 competencies are interrelated and should not be viewed in isolation.
• Assessment based on integrated action of all elements in a competence.
• Understanding elements as "building blocks" that make up a competence.

Examination and Competencies

• Examiner assessment considers all elements demonstrated during the lesson.
• Competency assessments include providing feedback, managing risk, and adapting lesson plans.

Fault-Based vs. Holistic Assessment

• ADI Assessment: Holistic, observing integrated actions rather than isolated faults.
• Fault-Based Assessment: Traditional view focusing on isolated faults.

Client-Centered Approach in Instruction

• Use of direct instruction when necessary to manage risk.
• Encouraging self-identification, analysis, and correction of faults by the pupil.

Lesson Planning and Adaptation

• Lesson plans must be flexible and adapted according to pupil's progress and needs.
• Safety critical incidents require immediate adaptation of the lesson plan.

Feedback and Learning Strategies

• Providing timely, clear, and appropriate feedback crucial for learning.
• Using questions to raise awareness and test understanding.

Teaching Style and Learning Style

• Matching teaching style to pupil's learning style is essential.
• Importance of adapting instructional techniques to facilitate understanding.

Analyzing Problems and Encouraging Responsibility

• Encouraging pupils to analyze their own driving and take responsibility for learning.
• Providing time and using suitable techniques to explore problems and suggest strategies.

Final Notes on Competency and Instruction

• Use of proactive instruction to prevent faults from escalating.
• Importance of being reflective to improve instruction and assessment methods.