Module 1: Getting Started
Do's and Don'ts:
1. Don't: Be afraid to ask questions in class or to your driving instructor.
2. Do: Practice patience, especially on the road and with other drivers.
3. Do: Maintain focus on driving, avoid using cellphones, and only use the radio if necessary.
4. Don't: Ignore law enforcement instructions or disregard fines and warnings.
5. Do: Remain composed and calm in stressful situations to make informed decisions.
Module 2: Florida Traffic Laws
Traffic Laws and Regulations:
1. Obey speed limits: Driving over the speed limit, even by a small margin, is illegal.
2. Stay in the right lane: Unless passing another vehicle, drive in the rightmost lane.
3. Yield to pedestrians and cyclists: Allow them to cross first, and stay at least 3 feet away when passing.
4. Observe stopping distances: Maintain enough space between you and other vehicles to allow adequate stopping distance.
5. Use turn signals: Indicate all turns and lane changes with appropriate signaling.
Module 3: Defensive Driving Techniques
Defensive Driving Strategies:
1. Expect the unexpected: Anticipate potential issues on the road and prepare accordingly.
2. Be aware of your surroundings: Stay focused on the road, other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
3. Avoid distractions: Keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, minimizing non-driving activities.
4. Maintain proper following distance: Allow ample stopping space between you and the vehicle ahead.
5. Use defensive maneuvers: Be ready to react to hazards and take evasive action if necessary.
Module 4: Road Signs and Signals
Traffic Signs and Signals:
1. Yield signs: Slow down and be ready to stop to allow oncoming traffic to proceed first.
2. Stop signs: Come to a complete stop before moving forward.
3. Traffic lights: Understand the different light signals (green, yellow, and red) and obey accordingly.
4. School zones: Reduce speed to indicated limits and be alert for children and school buses.
5. Construction zones: Slow down and follow the instructions on the signs, such as reduced speed limits or lane changes.
Module 5: Practice Makes Perfect
Driving Practice:
1. Practice with a licensed adult: Log at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night.
2. Choose safe practice areas: Begin in low-traffic areas and gradually increase difficulty.
3. Focus on skills: Practice basic maneuvers such as steering, braking, and turning, as well as specific situations like merging and parking.
4. Seek professional guidance: Consider taking driving lessons with a qualified instructor.
5. Remember your classroom learning: Apply the knowledge and techniques learned in the course.
