PDIADI | National Driving Instructor Development
Knowing how and when to ask questions is essential for helping the learners reflect on their performance. However, instructors often are unsure how to structure questions. During this session, I’ll guide you through how to recognise when & how to use questions to help your drivers understand situations & how to improve their skills. I’ll […]
Effective teaching should focus on delivering information and fostering active learning for the student (or "client") in a client-centred approach to teaching and learning, particularly in driver education. By adjusting each lesson to the learner's specific needs, you not only make the session more effective but also create an environment where the learner feels supported […]
Knowing how and when to adapt the session to meet the driver’s needs is essential for achieving a high grade when assessed by the DVSA. Keeping your focus on the driver and the environment will help you recognise when and what to adapt. During the session, Andrew will discuss how to recognise driver errors using […]
How are you assessing your students before they go for their driving test? Over the last few years, it has become essential that ADIs know that their students are ready to sit the test. During your training to become an ADI, there would have been a great emphasis on assessing what had been learned during […]
Understanding how to plan a lesson for your Standards Check or Part 3 is essential for gaining a Grade A. Lesson planning should include an understanding of your training areas’ critical control points (situations in which you could expect issues of driving faults to occur) As you work with the learners regularly, you should understand […]
Risk management has an influence on the other competencies for the standards check. Scoring seven or less in the risk management section will have a knock-on effect on the other sections. During this session, I’ll discuss how the minor competencies link together and demonstrate how small changes can upgrade your score to improve your overall […]
Knowing how and when to ask questions is essential for helping the learners reflect on their performance. However, instructors often are unsure how to structure questions. During this session, I’ll guide you through how to recognise when & how to use questions to help your drivers understand situations & how to improve their skills. I’ll […]
Effective teaching should focus on delivering information and fostering active learning for the student (or "client") in a client-centred approach to teaching and learning, particularly in driver education. By adjusting each lesson to the learner's specific needs, you not only make the session more effective but also create an environment where the learner feels supported […]
If you're aiming for a GRADE A on your Standards Check or Part 3, mastering how you give feedback is essential. It's not just about telling learners what to do – it’s about helping them understand why they’re making certain decisions behind the wheel. When feedback is delivered effectively, it empowers learners to think for themselves, build confidence, and make better, safer […]