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Bill Plant Driving School Academy is a national ORDIT registered training establishment
Introduction 05
Core Competences 06
Levels of Instruction 08
Lesson Planning 11
Diagrams 25
Exam tips 84
Sketchpad 86
This Driving Instructor Lesson Plans & Diagrams training book is intended only to be used alongside your practical training with your Bill Plant Driving School trainer and is
not intended to be used as a standalone training product. All information is correct at the time of going to print - July 2018.
Now is the time to put into practice the knowledge and skills you have gained in both parts and to
start to develop the skills you will need to teach pupils.
Your training will be tailored to your own individual This book aims to help you prepare for the Part 3
learning needs, in order for you to gain the skills test for instructional ability as well as provide you
required to become an ADI (Approved Driving with lesson plans and diagrams, for both practice
Instructor). and teaching.
01 02 03 04 05
Core Level of Lesson Risk Teaching
Competencies Instruction Planning Management and Learning
Strategies
The Part 3 exam lasts about an hour. You will choose a subject to teach, to either a learner driver or full licence
holder (but not an ADI or PDI) and the examiner will sit in the back of the car and mark you under the 3 main
areas of competency (Lesson Planning, Risk Management, Teaching and Learning Strategies). These are then
further broken down into 17 lower level competencies. These are fully explained on pages 15-17.
01 02 03
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Your success with a pupil will depend, to a large extent, on how well you use the Core Competences
in addition to giving a good all-round performance during the lesson. Let’s break down the Core
Competencies as follows:
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to anticipate what faults may occur…but you must not forget to
watch your pupil too!
Your timing of when to watch the pupil and when to look well ahead, will
come with practice and experience. Learn to watch the pupil’s Eyes,
Hands and Feet at the appropriate time; after giving instruction and
when they are carrying out your instructions.
You will know from your own Part 2 driving when actions should be taken
and in which order they should be completed. Follow this order, think:
“Would I do it like that?” and it should be easier to spot any faults.
Find the Some faults are simple and straightforward. For example, not
Reason (Analysis) checking the mirrors or selecting the wrong gear. Others are not
so simple. The training sessions in the car with your trainer will
help you recognise and deal with faults.
First of all, ask the pupil how they felt they did with the skill through questions.
If they can identity the issues, ask them WHY they did it that way; this can
help you determine the reason behind the fault. Help them to identify and
agree upon any areas of risk and their potential consequences. Ask them
what they think they could do to rectify the problem and if necessary,
guide them towards the answer using pointed questions.
Whatever you do, do not forget to rectify the fault on the road. Do not fall
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To Summarise
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Consider further Two-way feedback
instruction
Level of Instruction
Once on the move, the pupil may need a full “talk through” of the
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driving in Part 2).
FOR EXAMPLE:
For example, when you see your pupil is responding well to “talk
Question & through” on approach to turn left, start to ask the following types of
Answer (Q & A) question:
• How far from the kerb should you position the car, and why?
Using the “Stairway to learning” as a guide, if you start to see the pupil feeling more at ease, or responding
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FOR EXAMPLE:
Instructor
(using Q & A) “Which mirrors should you look in?”
Instructor
(reverting to talk through) “Look in your interior mirror, then your door mirror(s).”
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mirrors again to see if knowledge has been passed on. It can
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demonstration on the subject being covered.
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Remember:
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I FORGET I LEARN I UNDERSTAND
You will be given the required guidance and support you will need to complete the course by your Trainer at
all stages, so don’t worry if you don’t feel comfortable with this for a little while.
If you want to explore your pupil’s learning preferences in more depth, a good starting point
might be the VARK model
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Instructions you otherwise. If I ask you to turn, I will do so with plenty of time.”
“Would you pull up on the left in a safe, convenient and legal place
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examples of clear
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misunderstanding by
your pupil. To take the second road: “Take the second road on the left/right
please.” (When appropriate, adding as you pass it: ¸;OPZPZ[OLÄYZ[YVHK¹)
Roundabouts: (turning right) “At the roundabout turn right, taking the
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signs & road markings.)
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Introduction Aim (Subject) Recap 6IQLJ[P]L9PZR
(Knowledge known (Links the Aim &
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(De-brief)
The lesson structure will be practised and discussed in more detail throughout your training sessions, but the
following breakdown will serve as a quick reference point for whenever you may need it:
Aim (Subject) Easy... ask the pupil what you are going to do in today’s lesson.
Draw up a list of what the pupil should know about the lesson
Recap and what needs to be learnt.
For instance, if you are to carry out a lesson on Emerging, the pupil should
have already learnt Approaching and should therefore know the MSPSL
routine. As with Approaching, the MSP part of the approach routine is
also common to Emerging but the Speed/Gear and Look aspects are
different and need to be taught. Therefore knowledge of MSP should be
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Open Questions start with What? When? Where? Who? or How? They enable us to gain information from the
pupil rather than just a “Yes” or “No” answer to a closed question, unless of course, that is what you want to know:
Closed “Have you dealt with approaching Junctions to turn Left &
Question Right?” ... the answer should be “Yes” or “No”.
If the pupil answers an open question correctly then you know about their previous experience, although
never assume that they can do it in practice. If they don’t know the answer then you will have to cover this in
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This is linked to the aim and explores what the pupil wants to
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this point, as it allows the pupil to measure their progress. You
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where they would like to be by the end of the lesson.
EXAMPLE:
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judging gaps. If you were to score yourself, right now, on a
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with a diagram, in order to allow the pupil to run through and see what
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once you see, you start to learn.
Your trainer will spend a great deal of time in the car with you
Practice explaining the different methods of instruction and allowing you
a lot of time practice for yourself.
But, remember
POOR PREPARATION = POOR PERFORMANCE!
Summary
An important part of the lesson structure is to summarise at the end of the lesson. A
summary should inform the pupil of progress achieved during the lesson. This is a two-
way process and should start with a question from you.
Always start with the Good Points, then the Bad Points - if any need to be mentioned. It’s a good idea to ask
your pupil what they feel they do well and what they could do better. Ask probing questions. What else could
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Point so the pupil does not go away discouraged.
At this stage you will have a lot of questions to ask your trainer. Your trainer is there to help with your training in
any way he / she can, so please ask for their help and advice at any time.
PRN Date / /
I declare that my use of the test vehicle for the purposes Dual Controls
of the test is covered by a valid policy of insurance which Yes No Reg No
satisfies the requirements of the relevant legislation.
Log book Trainer
Yes No PRN
Trainee Licence ORDIT
Yes No Yes No
Accompanied? QA Trainer Other
ASSESSMENT
Lesson Competence
Student: Beginner Partly trained Trained FLH New FLH Experienced 0 1 2 3
Lesson theme:
Demonstrated in a
Demonstrated in
Demonstrated in
most elements
Junctions Town & city driving Interaction with other road users
few elements
No evidence
all elements
Dual carriageway / faster moving roads Defensive Driving Effective use of Mirrors
Independent driving Rural roads Motorways Eco-safe driving
Recap a manoeuvre Commentary Recap Emergency stop Other
Lesson Planning
Did the trainer identify the pupil’s learning goals and needs?
Was the agreed lesson structure appropriate for the pupil’s experience and ability?
Were the practice areas suitable?
Was the lesson plan adapted, when appropriate, to help the pupil work towards their learning goals?
Score for lesson planning
Risk Management
Did the trainer ensure that the pupil fully understood how the responsibility for risk would be shared?
Were directions and instructions given to the pupil clear and given in good time?
Was the trainer aware of the surroundings and the pupil’s actions?
Was any verbal or physical intervention by the trainer timely and appropriate?
Was sufficient feedback given to help the pupil understand any potential safety critical incidents?
Score for risk management
Teaching & learning strategies
Was the teaching style suited to the pupil’s learning style and current ability?
Was the pupil encouraged to analyse problems and take responsibility for their learning?
Were opportunities and examples used to clarify learning outcomes?
Was the technical information given comprehensive, appropriate and accurate?
Was the pupil given appropriate and timely feedback during the session?
Were the pupils queries followed up and answered?
Did the trainer maintain an appropriate non-discriminatory manner throughout the session?
At the end of the session – was the pupil encouraged to reflect on their own performance?
Score for teaching and learning strategies
Overall score
REVIEW YES NO
Did the candidate score 7 or less on Risk Management (A ‘Yes’ response to this question will result in an automatic Fail)
At any point in the lesson, did the candidate behave in a way which put you, the pupil or any third party in immediate
danger, so that you had to stop the lesson ( A ‘Yes’ response to this question will result in an automatic Fail)
Was advice given to seek further development?
Feedback
offered to
Candidate
Examiner
Signature
Name
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THE NUMBERS IN RED WILL ALLOW YOU TO SEE WHERE EACH COMPETENCE IS BEING USED
IN THE LESSON EXAMPLE.
The pupil you use (there is no roleplay on this test) does not have to be a provisional licence holder, they
could be a full licence holder wanting development or a motorway lesson for example. The only restriction
is that they cannot be an existing ADI/PDI.
LESSON THEME
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discourages you from teaching a manoeuvre as a new subject because they feel there isn’t enough time
for you to demonstrate the skills required.
LESSON PLANNING
1 Did the trainer identify the pupil’s learning goals and needs?
• You need to identify and agree what the pupil needs in terms of what subjects to cover in the lesson
and what they want to get out of it.
2 Was the agreed lesson structure appropriate for the pupil’s experience and ability?
• The lesson structure needs to be challenging in order to help them reach their learning goals, but
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4 Was the lesson plan adapted, when appropriate, to help the learner work towards their
learning goals?
• If the plan is not achieving the desired result, you need to be able to change the plan or adjust it. For
example, if the learner has a skill issue, deal with that before returning to the original plan. If a problem
is serious, it is sometimes necessary to change the plan completely. You must however, agree any
change with the pupil.
RISK MANAGEMENT
5 Did the trainer ensure that the pupil fully understood how the responsibility for risk would be
shared?
• You and the pupil need to identify who will be responsible for potential areas of risk. This can be done
by asking the pupil to identify what risks might be involved in the subject you are working on, as well as
risk in general, then asking them how much help they would like from you.
6 Were directions and instructions given to the pupil clear and given in good time?
• Late or confusing directions can result in late and harsh braking. An example of an unclear direction
would be… ¸9PNO[[\YUSLM[HOLHK¹. Late or confusing instructions can result in the pupil doing the
wrong thing at the wrong time. For example, you should tell the pupil to STOP, when what you really
meant was… ¸)YPUN[OLJHY[VHNLU[SLZ[VWH[[OLLUKVM[OLYVHK¹. This could result in them
stopping the car there and then. Be careful what you say and when you say it.
7 Was the trainer aware of the surroundings and the pupil’s actions?
• You need to be aware of everything that is happening around you, how your learner is dealing with
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intervention, instruction or by prompt will depend on the situation and the current ability of the pupil.
You need to be able to choose the correct method in good time.
8 Was any verbal or physical intervention by the trainer timely and appropriate?
• If you need to take control, don’t leave it late enough that a high risk situation develops. On the other
hand, don’t take physical control if a simple instruction would do the job.
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• When a potentially high risk situation has occurred you need to help the pupil understand and agree on
the possible consequences and offer to help them understand how to prevent any further occurrences.
10 Was the teaching style suited to the pupil’s learning style and current ability?
• Any help you give to the pupil will need to be pitched at the correct level. If an open question would be
appropriate to help them deal with a situation, don’t instruct them through it. Also, don’t ask an open
question if they do not have the background knowledge to be able to answer it. If you are dealing with
a new skill it may be necessary to talk them through it. If it is an existing skill, a question pitched at the
correct level should be all that is needed. You should be able to judge which method will be the most
effective to use in a particular circumstance. It is also useful to know what your pupil’s preferred
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11 Was the pupil encouraged to analyse problems and take responsibility for their learning?
• This is all about Coaching. Ask the pupil how they felt it went, what the issues were, if they understood
the potential risks and how they think they should do things differently. If they can develop this as
a habit it will hopefully help them to continue to develop their driving beyond the driving test.
14 Was the pupil given appropriate and timely feedback during the session?
• If they do something well they need to know. Praise where praise is due. If something is going wrong,
this also needs to be addressed, but keep your feedback balanced.
16 Did the trainer maintain an appropriate non-discriminatory manner throughout the session?
• Make sure that your manner and behaviour are respectful to the pupil and any other road users at all
times. Also, respect the pupil’s personal space. Unless it is essential to keep the car under control, keep
to your own side of the vehicle.
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• Ask the pupil to tell you how they felt about the lesson, how they feel about the progress made and
what areas they feel they can improve upon. Let the pupil speak, you may learn from their response.
Competence
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score of 31 or more to pass.
Review
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Management section you will automatically fail the test. Also, if the examiner feels that you are creating a danger,
they can stop the session and this will also result in an automatic fail.
Your grade
The grades are - A grade, B grade and fail. You will achieve a B grade if you score 31-42. You will achieve an A
grade if you score 43-51.
A full description regarding the assessment can be found in the “National standard for driver and
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1 Did the candidate identify the students learning goals and needs?
2 Was the agreed lesson structure appropriate for the student’s experience and ability?
4 Was the lesson plan adapted, when appropriate, to help the student work towards their learning goals?
RISK MANAGEMENT
5 Did the trainer ensure that the student fully understood how the responsibility for risk would be shared?
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7 Was the trainer aware of the surroundings and the pupil’s actions?
8 Was any verbal or physical intervention by the trainer timely and appropriate?
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10 Was the teaching style suited to the pupil’s learning style and current ability?
11 Was the pupil encouraged to analyse problems and take responsibility for their learning?
14 Was the pupil given appropriate and timely feedback during the session?
16 Did the trainer maintain an appropriate non- discriminatory manner throughout the session?
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Throughout the goal setting stage, ensure that the pupil either sets their own goals, or, if the subject is new,
agree what they want from the lesson. [1] [2]
Ensure that you are not only a good listener, but also that you pick up on any none verbal clues that would
indicate that the pupil has concerns. [1] [2] [4]
If the pupil is uncertain, then refer to the above bullet points to make sure that learning objectives are agreed.
[1] [2] [4]
OBJECTIVE
During today’s lesson we are going to build on your existing skills to help you deal with roundabouts. I will
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We can talk about how much help you feel that you require from myself and then you can practice
roundabouts. [5]
BRIEFING
Depending on the ability of the pupil, make sure that the roundabouts used initially are not likely to overload
the pupil [3];OLJVTWSL_P[`VM[OLYV\UKHIV\[Z\ZLKJHUPUJYLHZLHZ[OLW\WPSNHPUZJVUÄKLUJLHUK
experience. [1] [2] [3] [4]
IDENTIFY
• What sort of clues do you think might help you identify a roundabout on approach? [6]
• How would you identify a mini roundabout? [6]
MSPSL
APPROACH
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and lane markings directing you towards the lane for the direction you are intending to take. This can
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• If you get the approach wrong, then drive in a safe manner, taking an exit that is safe, rather than the one
you were originally intending to take. [6] [7] [8] [9]
MIRRORS
• Use your mirrors in plenty of time in order to assess what is happening on the road behind you and to the
side. Use your mirrors in the same way you would use them approaching junctions turning left (interior and
left door mirror) and right (interior and right door mirror). If you’re in the centre of 3 lanes, then check all 3
mirrors [6] [7]
SPEED
• Your pupil’s approach speed will depend on a number of factors (open or closed junction, weather and
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– 15mph. If closed, you may well have to slow to a stop or a slow approach speed of less than 5mph.
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to go. [6] [7] [8] [9]
PRACTICE
Give full talk through initially where needed, based upon the level of instruction agreed earlier with the pupil.
Move to prompted tuition and coaching, to check understanding as the pupil’s skills develop, with the aim of
getting the pupil to a level in independence. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15]
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• Directions should be given in good time in order to allow the pupil time to respond [6]
• Being able to observe the road ahead and behind, as well as watching the pupil’s eyes, hands and feet is
essential for good risk management. It is your responsibility to ensure that the pupil can safely deal
with whatever presents itself on the road. To do this you have to be constantly assessing the
surroundings and evaluating any risk factors that may affect you. [7]
• Allow pupils to deal with situations appropriately, but take control if the pupil is clearly out of their depth. [8]
If any potential safety critical incidents occur:
• Find a safe place to stop and examine the safety critical incident [9]
• Allow the pupil time to discuss any fears or concerns they may have caused by the incident. [9]
• :\WWVY[[OLW\WPS[VYLÅLJ[PUHJSLHYHUKSVNPJHS^H`HIV\[^OH[OHWWLULK [9]
• Fill in the missing gaps regarding any lack of knowledge from the pupil [9]
• Support the pupil to identify strategies for future situations [9]
• Provide input where the pupil does not understand what they should do differently [9]
• Check that the pupil feels able to put the strategy in place [9]
• Agree ways of developing the competence if the pupil feels the need [9]
Working Example
HAVING RUN THROUGH THE AIMS, RECAP AND OBJECTIVES IT’S NOW TIME TO GET ON
THE MOVE AND LOOK AT ROUNDABOUTS
The risk management section needs to be dealt with initially BEFORE moving off [5]
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• Pupil discusses other road users, drugs and alcohol. [5]
• You ask the pupil what risks they see when they have passed their test? [5]
• Pupil then discusses peer pressure and issues such as having music on in the car and the fact that they
are no longer supervised. [5]
• You ask the pupil what help they want with roundabouts? [5]
• Pupil asks for a full talk through initially as this is a new subject. They also say that they feel comfortable
with junctions, MSPSL and moving off and stopping. [5]
• You agree with the pupil, with the exception of a blind spot check when moving off, which you know the
pupil has an issue with. You discuss this with the pupil and agree with them when they ask you to prompt
them about this before they move off. [5]
The pupil then gets on the move and having been prompted by yourself regarding the blind spot
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• You give full guided instruction on all aspects of the roundabout and the pupil successfully negotiates the
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pupil. [6] [7] [10] [14]
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level of help they want and they reply that they felt good about the last roundabout and therefore just
require prompting to help them deal with the roundabout [1] [4]
• You give a direction to the pupil to take the 2nd exit towards the Town Centre [6]
• You use good Q&A regarding the MSPSL routine on the approach. The pupil enters the roundabout in
2nd gear, as you both agree that there is a suitable gap to the right on approach. However, the pupil
proceeds in a straight line, moving from lane 1 to lane 2 and back to lane 1 again on exit. A driver coming
out of the 1st exit thinks your pupil is turning right towards the 3rd exit due to the road position of your
learner on the roundabout and starts to emerge. The other driver sounds their horn and brakes, avoiding
a dangerous situation from developing whilst at the same time, you assist with the steering to help avoid a
collision. [8] Your pupil is visibly shaken by the incident.
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pull over. [7]
• You give the pupil time to settle down and then ask the pupil what they thought had happened on the
roundabout [11] ;OLW\WPSYLÅLJ[ZVU^OH[OHKOHWWLULKHUK[OV\NO[[OH[[OLPYHWWYVHJO^HZVRH`HZ
was the gap when they entered the roundabout, but they were not sure what went wrong on the
roundabout. They actually thought it was the fault of the driver who started to pull out [11]
• You give feedback to the pupil and with the aid of diagrams, you explain how the pupil’s road position
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roundabout [9] [12] [13] [14] [16]
• You ask the pupil how they now feel about roundabouts
• They are still concerned so you ask them to run through any further concerns that they may have [12] [15]
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saw how busy the second roundabout was on the Ring Road. [11] [12] [14]
• You agree that you took them to this busy roundabout too early and you let the pupil know that this was
your mistake. [3] [2] [7] [14]
• The pupil feels better knowing that you have taken responsibility for the choice of roundabout. [3]
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[4] [9] [13] [14] [15]
• You ask the pupil what would help them best to understand how lane discipline works. The pupil says that
they learn best visually. [10] [15] [1]
• Based on the pupil’s responses, you use diagrams to show them how lane discipline works. You also
suggest that you park up in a petrol station car park, which is located between 2 of the exits on the
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understand a lot more about how roundabouts work. [4] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [15]
• You ask them how they feel about attempting another roundabout. [1]
• The pupil says that they are keen to practice again, but you both agree that a quieter roundabout with
lanes would be more suitable. [3] [4] [10] [11]
• You clarify with the pupil if they require any help with their general driving, whilst driving to the quieter
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will keep watching them for safety. [5] [7]
• Before the next roundabout, the pupil pulls over to the side of the road and you both review roundabout
procedures and discuss the roundabout to be used. You ask questions to check their understanding. You
deal with any of the pupil’s queries. [2] [4] [5] [10] [11] [13] [15]
• You ask the pupil what level of help they need on the roundabout. [5] [10]
• They say that they would like you to prompt them on all aspects of the roundabout except lane discipline,
where they need you to talk them through the roundabout. [10]
• You give clear directions to the pupil “ at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit”
• You prompt them on approach and have no issues with their approach. The approach speed is suitable.
You enter the roundabout, giving full instruction on lane discipline. The pupil negotiates the roundabout
successfully. You ask the pupil to pull over when suitable to discuss what happened. [3] [4] [6] [7] [10]
• You ask the pupil how they felt about the roundabout. They give you detailed feedback about how they
felt. They sound more positive. They now appear to be understanding how lane discipline works and how
to deal with roundabouts in general. [4] [10] [11] [15]
• You ask them what type of roundabout they would like to deal with next. They say that they are now
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of the previous roundabout, and the pupil’s feedback, you agree and you proceed to the busier
roundabout on the Ring Road. [2] [3] [4] [10]
• You ask the pupil what level of help they need on the roundabout. [5] [10]
• They say that they feel they can now deal with all aspects of the roundabout except lane discipline, where
they need you to prompt them through this aspect of the roundabout. [10]
• You let them deal with the approach themselves and they have no issues with their approach. The
approach speed is suitable. You enter the roundabout, having prompted them on the approach about
lane discipline. The pupil negotiates the roundabout successfully. You ask the pupil to pull over when
suitable to discuss what happened. [3] [4] [6] [7] [10]
• You ask the pupil how they felt about the roundabout. They give you detailed feedback about how
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with roundabouts in general. [4] [10] [11] [15]
• You end the session there having maintained an appropriate and non-discriminatory manner throughout
the session [16]
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and what they feel they could improve upon. [11] [12] [15] [17]
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
HANDBRAKE
• Secure
DOORS
• Doors secure
• Warning light off
• No rattles
SEAT
• Base in relation to pedals
• Base in relation to
steering
• Head restraint
STEERING
• Not restricting use of
foot controls
• See over the steering
wheel
• See the instrument panel
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
SEATBELT
• Secured in correct side
• Not twisted
• Height adjustment
• Fits across your shoulder
and waist
MIRRORS
• Check and adjust
• Different types of glass
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Windscreen
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Nearside (Left) & Offside (Right)
Blind Spots
Nearside (Left) & Offside (Right)
Interior Mirrors
Side & Interior
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
ACCELERATOR
• Known as gas pedal
4
• Controls engine power 3 5
• Operated with right foot 1/min x 1000
FOOTBRAKE
• Slows and stops the car
• Operates on all four
wheels
• Shows the brake lights
• Pivot the right foot
• Use progressively
• Use in conjunction with
mirrors
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
CLUTCH
• Disconnects the engine
and the wheels
• Operate with the left foot
Disengaged SMOOTH
OPERATION OF
CLUTCH
• Listen to the engine
• Balance clutch and gas
Engine Gearbox • Pause momentarily as
clutch engages during
Biting Point gear changes
• Use clutch control for
low speed manoeuvring
Engine Gearbox
Engaged
Engine Gearbox
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
HANDBRAKE
R 1 3 1 3 5 R 1 3 5
GEARS
2 4 2 4 R 2 4 6
1 3 5
2 4 6
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
STEERING
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
REV COUNTER
4
3 5
1/min x 1000
2 6
1
0
INDICATORS
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• Changing into wrong gear - usually because “palming method” not used
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
Normal Position
Move
Signal if Necessary
Observe
Prepare
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
Diagrams
Setting up & getting
on the move
SAFE
CONVENIENT
AND
LEGAL
POSITION
Secure Car
Manoeuvre
Signal
Mirrors
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
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Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
Look
Position
Signal
Mirrors
Identify Junction
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
Point of turn
POINT OF
TURN Look
Position
Signal
Mirrors
Identify Junction
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
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• Coasting
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Junctions &
Roundabouts
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Look
Speed
Position
Signal
Mirror
Identify Junction
PLEASE READ
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Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
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Look
Speed
Position
Peep & Creep
Signal
Mirror
Identify Junction
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
• Coasting
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• Steering too early emerging right and end up straddling white line
Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
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DANGER
Extra Road
Priorities
Wave/Flash
PROMPT THE
APPROACH
MSPSL
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Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
• Coasting
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Diagrams
Junctions &
Roundabouts
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Lane discipline?
MSPSL ON
APPROACH
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• Late observations
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Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
STOP!
• Mirrors are the lowest
priority
• React Promptly
• Brake - and then - clutch
• Keep both hands on
the wheel
• ABS
SECURE THE
CAR
• Handbrake
• Neutral
• Check all mirrors
• Deep breath... RELAX!
MOVING OFF
• Prepare the car
• Left blind spot
• Mirrors
• Right blind spot
CONTROL
SKIDS BY
• Removing the cause
of the skid: ‘Pump’ the
footbrake (non ABS)
• Steer in the direction of
the skid
• Release the accelerator
Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
MPH Thinking + Braking = Overall Stopping Distance = MPH x ? Left is a chart showing a system for working
out the Overall Stopping Distance in feet.
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1m = 3.28 feet. For metres: divide measurement in feet by 3 and take the nearest answer.
Separation Distance
A reasonable rule to apply with good dry road conditions is a gap of 1 metre per mph of your speed.
Example: 45MPH = 45 metre gap.
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behind you has a gap of only 1 second, then increase the gap in front of you to 3 seconds.
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Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
SAFE
CONVENIENT
AND
LEGAL
POSITION
Key Points:
3
Control
• Slow car/fast steering
2 • Dry Steering
• Handbrake/camber
Observation
Accuracy
1
Other road users
4
• Stalling
Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
SAFE
CONVENIENT
AND
LEGAL
POSITION
Key Points:
Control
Observation
Accuracy
Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
SAFE
CONVENIENT
AND
LEGAL
POSITION
Key Points:
Control
Observation
Accuracy
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inconvenience
Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
SAFE
CONVENIENT
AND
LEGAL
POSITION
Key Points:
2 CAR LENGTHS
Control
Observation
Accuracy
CAR NEEDS TO
BE WITHIN 2 CAR
LENGTHS AS SHOWN
Diagrams
Emergency Braking
& Reversing
Key Points:
Control
Observation
Accuracy
Diagrams
Interacting with
other Road Users
Dangers
Speed?
MSM on approach
Priority?
Clearance
LESS SPACE -
LESS SPEED
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
MEETING:
• Incorrect use of the MSPSL or using wrong sequence
• Hesitancy or indecision
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ADEQUATE CLEARANCE:
• Shaving parked vehicles
Diagrams
Interacting with
other Road Users
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Identify
Mirror
Assess
Approach Speed
Pedestrians
Inviting to cross
Zig-Zags
PLEASE READ
TOP TO BOTTOM
Diagrams
Interacting with
other Road Users
PELICAN
PUFFIN
TOUCAN
PEGASUS
Identify
Mirror
Assess
Pedestrians
Zig-Zag
PLEASE READ
TOP TO BOTTOM
Diagrams
Faster Roads &
Making Progress
Look
Position
Signal
Mirrors
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
Diagrams
Faster Roads &
Making Progress
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Diagrams
Faster Roads &
Making Progress
Is it... Safe? Legal? Necessary?
MSM TO
MOVE BACK
Manoeuvre
Signal
Mirrors
Look
Position
Mirrors
PLEASE READ
BOTTOM TO TOP
Diagrams
Faster Roads &
Making Progress
EXITING –
SLIP ROADS
• Dedicated lanes
• Countdown markers
• Deceleration
LANES –
NORMAL POSITION
• Hard shoulder
• Gantry signs
• Separation distance
PROGRESS –
OVERTAKING
• Signalling
• Blind areas
• Speed limits
• Forward planning
JOINING –
SLIP ROADS
• Joining speed
• Priorities
• Observations/planning
• Further guidance on
motorway tuition can be
found on the DVSA website.
Diagrams
Complex
Situations
Diagrams
Complex
Situations
Diagrams
Scenario Creation
Stations
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Scenario Creation
Stations
Diagrams
Scenario Creation
Stations
Diagrams
Scenario Creation
Stations
Diagrams
Scenario Creation
Stations
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Scenario Creation
Stations
Exam Tips
Know your Area Make sure you are familiar with the area around the test centre so that you
can plan the routes you are going to use. Also have enough knowledge of
the local roads in case you need to change or adapt the plan.
Prepare the Pupil This does not mean rehearse the lesson. This means that everything that
should have been done before the subject you are about to teach should be
relatively sound. For example, if you decide to teach roundabouts when the
pupil still has issues with clutch control, you are asking for trouble. The lesson
subject should be based around what they need at that moment in time.
First Impressions When you present yourself for the test it is important that you look
professional. This does not necessarily mean wearing a business suit, but you
should look presentable. Also, your vehicle should be clean and presentable.
Teaching Aids Have everything that you will need during the lesson close at hand,
lesson presenters, note paper, pens etc. Good preparation is essential.
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about how the information is being received by the pupil. Don’t overload
them with too much information at once.
Terminology Try not to use too many abbreviations or acronyms, unless they are
essential to the lesson. If you are going to use terminology, explain what
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the ‘GAS’, make sure the pupil understands this.
Keep Control Don’t let the lesson run away from you. If the problems are mounting up,
ask the pupil to pull over when it is safe and start to address the issues. Only
once you have gained agreement and understanding from the pupil should
you move off again. If you are teaching a new subject that requires you to talk
through a new skill, make sure your instruction is clear and well timed.
Watch the Pupil It is vital that you know what your pupil is doing. If you watch them carefully
you will know if they are doing things in the correct sequence. Also, you will
be able to pick up on body language and facial expressions that could give
you clues as to how they feel about what they are doing. If you don’t watch
them you will not see if they are doing things the correct way.
Find the Cause If your pupil commits a particular error in their driving, make sure that you
address the root cause of the problem. For example, your pupil approaches
a junction too fast and has real problems with the steering coming out of the
turn, the speed would need to be addressed not the steering issue. Also,
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they do not know the appropriate speed to approach a junction, or it could
be that they have a poor attitude to how quickly they are driving. Some
errors are simple to deal with, but others will require a little more investigation.
Know your Core It is vital that you know how to use the core competences. Make sure you
Competences know how to use them effectively.
Be yourself and Stay It is important to deliver your lesson in a relaxed manner. If you are not
Relaxed relaxed this will transfer to the pupil.
Lots of Revision This can include watching how an ADI teaches by sitting in the back
of their car during a lesson. (This will probably be your trainer/coach). If
possible see if your trainer will allow you to sit in the “hot seat” whilst they
sit in the back and let you coach a real learner.
Ask Good Questions Ask questions that are pitched at the correct level for your pupil. Start
sentences with; How, What, Where, Which, When etc.
Client Centred Listen to what your pupil says and act upon it where appropriate.
Learning
Don’t Believe Remember to carefully watch your pupil. Use RAMPP as a guide. (Road
Everything you Hear Ahead, Mirror, Pupil [eyes, hands, feet], Position of the car).
Scaling: This is a simple technique that can help the pupil to see the
progress they are making. If at the start of the lesson you have agreed
with the learner that they require work on roundabouts, you would simply
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roundabouts and then ask them where they would like to be (realistically) by
the end of the lesson. Then at certain points and especially at the end of the
lesson you can ask them again where they feel they are on the scale.