As an educator, the main constant that I have learned about the performance of my students is that a prepared student is most likely a successful student. Students that attend all classes, ask questions and complete the assigned work are always at the top of the class. Drivers ed is not different. A road test is a test that involves remembering what you have learned on paper and applying it in a practical situation.
Driving education is much different than traditional classroom study due to the fact that it is interactive and requires students to be mature and responsible. The theoretical portion of obtaining a drivers license can now be completed online in some states. Indications are that this form of drivers ed is highly affective. Students are able to work at their own pace, and are also capable of reviewing the material an unlimited number of times.
This strategy coupled with adequate in car driving lessons from a reputable driving school is the best way to prepare for a road test. The following is a list of ways that defensive driving school students fail the test to obtain their drivers license;
1. No Vehicle Check – They fail to do a check of their vehicle before getting into the vehicle with the professional who is giving the road test. Doing a quick tour of the vehicle to check for problems with the lights and flashers and to ensure that there are no obstacles around the vehicle are necessary to do before starting your exam.
2. Lack of Driving Practice – It will not take long for your evaluator to realize how much time you have spent practicing during your test. The evaluator will pay attention to things like your speed, ability to check your blind spot, and braking to determine how comfortable you are behind the wheel.
3. Student Learned From Parents – This is not to say that parents are not great resources, however to rely fully on an adult who has no experience teaching defensive driving school is not the wisest of strategies. A better strategy would be for students to attend a driving school and practice what they learned from their driving instructor with their parents.
4. Could not Park. These facets of a road test are mandatory skills to pass a driving test. To practice parking, you simply need two orange cones and an empty parking lot. Remember the tips that your driving instructor taught you about your positioning and practice over and over again.
5. Poor Knowledge of Traffic Laws. If a student has a poor knowledge of State traffic laws than chances are they will fail their road test. A student that attends a driving school has a chance to make mistakes while they are in training. These mistakes can be corrected during their driving lessons before taking their final road test.
The theme here is consistent. Becoming a good driver to obtain a drivers license is a skill that requires proper training from a driving instructor, practice, and responsibility. If you are lacking training, practice or a responsible approach to driving, than chances are, you will fail your road test.
