About the Text

Primary text

The primary text for this course is the American Automobile Association's Responsible Driving. The 2006 edition is divided into 19 chapters over 6 units, with a short test at the end of each chapter and a longer test at the end of each unit.

Special features

The following is a list of special features of the primary text. A wealth of information can be obtained from these features. The "Glossary and Index" play an important role in your doing well on the required Vocaulary Test of this on-line course. It is important to study the facts given in each feature so that you become a more informed and safe beginning driver.

• Tips for New Drivers - This is a special feature directed as solving the special problems experienced by every new driver.
• FYI - Bits of special, high-interest information, including up-to-date statistics, are included periodically in side columns.
• Advice from the Experts - At the end of the last lesson of every chapter, driving professionals provide their personal advice to new drivers. This advice is offered from driver education instructors and consultants, members of the Highway Patrol, and motor vehicle officials nationwide.
• Energy Tips - Tips to help students remember that the conservation of energy is in everyone's self-interest appear in the side columns throughout each chapter.
• Safety Tips - Important safety information appears regularly in the side columns throughout each chapter.
• Glossary and Index - Every major vocabulary term is listed and defined in the glossary. A comprehensive index is provided to assist students in finding particular topics.
• Connections - Many chapters have short, informative features designed to provide links between the content of driver education and other curricular areas such as science, mathematics, or social studies.
• Projects - These activities, which include an internet project, helps students to become aware of law within their states, improve their driving skills, and increase their understanding of driving-relative issues.