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You know, back in the infancy of the motorized vehicle. So what do parents need to think about for their soon-to-be driving teens (or IF they should be driving)?  \nHow do I know if my son/daughter is ready to drive?  \nYour son/daughter can undergo an evaluation to determine if they should drive or explore other transportation means.  \nMontgomery College offers an “Inclusive Driver Education Program Assessment of Driver Education Readiness” assessment [form at](form at www.montgomerycollege.edu/)[ ](form at www.montgomerycollege.edu/)[www.montgomerycollege.edu/](form at www.montgomerycollege.edu/)[ ](form at www.montgomerycollege.edu/)[wdce/brochures/DriverEd_special%20needs_](wdce/brochures/DriverEd_special%20needs_)[ReadinessIndicatorsAssessment.pdf.](ReadinessIndicatorsAssessment.pdf. These)[ These](ReadinessIndicatorsAssessment.pdf. These)[ ](ReadinessIndicatorsAssessment.pdf. These)indicators can help you to determine whether to begin the driver education process.  \nThe Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) has The Adaptive Driving program which evaluates and trains individuals with disabilities to drive and obtain a driver’s license from the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) . While they offer the 6-hour classroom training, they do not conduct on-the-road [training.](training. www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/)[ ](training. www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/)[www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/](training. www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/)[ ](training. www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/)[ProgramServices/Business2/RehabTechServ](ProgramServices/Business2/RehabTechServ)[ ](ProgramServices/Business2/RehabTechServ)[/comm_serv_pro/driving.htm](/comm_serv_pro/driving.htm)  \nWhat should I look for in a Driver’s Ed program?  \n• Driver improvement lessons  \n• Instruction for parents on how to teach the driver-to-be (i.e Critical 60-[www.critical60.org/](www.critical60.org/))  \n• Instructors with specialized training in working with students with special needs  \n• Classroom instruction which provides the necessary accommodations  \n• A program that provides supplemental materials for additional reinforcement of skills and concepts  \n• A program that provides a continuum of services and programs (Learner’s Permit Preparation course, Driver’s Education for students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities, Disciplined Attention, etc. )  \nWhat if my son/daughter needs more time than the typical [6 week] program?  \nEach state’s MVA has a designated curriculum that must be followed and adhered to with regards to instructional materials and resources, classroom instruction, Behind the Wheel (BTW) hours, etc. Check to see if the program provides instruction that is provided  \nover a period of time rather than condensed in a short period of time. Identify which programs provide Driver Improvement Lessons to allow students the opportunity to practice the necessary skills required to drive safely in addition to the regular BTW hours required by the state.  \nWhat if my son/daughter is nervous about driving with someone other than a parent?  \nOne of the indicators of whether or not a student is ready to drive is can he/she drive independently of the parent with the instructor. It is imperative that the student is able to drive with the instructor and not feel anxious. This is not to say the student will not be nervous, as this is natural, but if it prohibits the student from driving without the parent, the family should consider waiting to such a time in which they feel comfortable.  \nWhat should I be doing when I’m letting my son/daughter practice driving at home?  \nWork with the instructor to ensure you are using the same language and techniques to provide consistency.  \nYou can start driving in a local parking lot which has enough space to allow the person to practice stopping, accelerating, using th","cbCaimdBBe0uIAKK","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimdBBe0uIAKK","pdf",71728,"English","# When to Start Driver’s Ed\n## Readiness evaluation and adaptive options\n# Choosing a Driver’s Ed Program\n# Extending Training Beyond the Typical Timeline\n# Managing Anxiety With an Instructor\n# At-Home Practice Strategies\n# Safety Talking Points for New Drivers","[{\"question\":\"How can parents assess whether their teen is ready to drive?\",\"answer\":\"Parents can use an evaluation to determine whether their teen should begin driver education or consider other transportation options. 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