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PARENTS & FAMILIES
How should I coach while they are driving?
Passenger Support → Practice Coach → Independent Driver Support
QUICK ANSWER
Too much talking can overload a new driver. Coaching should point attention toward the most important information rather than narrate everything.
WHAT THAT MEANS
Give information early enough for the learner to understand and respond.
SUPPORTING ANSWER SECTIONS
Speak early
Give useful information while there is still time.
Keep it simple
One useful instruction is usually better than several at once.
Reduce talking
As skill improves, let the learner supply more reasoning.
DRIVEx WAY OF THINKING
Instead of immediately saying “slow down,” ask: What is your speed? What is the limit? Are you too fast, too slow, or right? What adjustment do you want to make?
WATCH
KEY TAKEAWAYS
• Stay calm.
• Speak early.
• Keep instructions short.
• Focus on one priority.
• Gradually say less.
YOU MAY ALSO BE WONDERING
Should I talk constantly?
What if they do not respond fast enough?
Should I explain mistakes while moving?
What if we disagree about what happened?