Rules of the Road 2-Disc DVD Set: Interactive Driver's Ed Course
Product ID: 4537458
Review I felt the entire DVD was an excellent resource for all new drivers. I really enjoyed how it was done more from a student's perspective. Teen-to-teen interactions will hopefully have a bigger impact. I was very impressed by [Rules of the Road]. It's something I think every teenager should see before driver's ed. It's also very helpful to parents. --Wendy Forbes, Ohio Department of Public SafetyRules of the Road is an interactive driver's educational course on two DVDs, ideal for teenagers but also useful for adults seeking to refresh their driving knowledge and awareness. Disc 1 is specifically prepared to help the viewer pass the written driving test with flying colors, as well as sample the Virtual Driver experience to heighten awareness of one's surroundings. From parallel parking to highway merging, night driving, right-of-way rules, and more, the viewer is guided through everything he or she absolutely must know before getting behind the wheel. Disc 2 includes a complete behind-the-wheel curriculum ideal for assisting parents and teachers, enhanced with tips on auto safety, car maintenance, preventing road rage, and what to do in case of an emergency. A bonus of nine printable drive packets spanning ninety-five pages, as well as eight interactive practice DMV written tests round out this enthusiastically recommended addition to school and community library collections. Rules of the Road is also the perfect gift for any teen who has just turned old enough to start learning how to drive! --James Cox, Midwest Book ReviewNot to be confused with Jumby Bay Studios' 2003 title of the same name, this new Rules of the Road represents a complete overhaul, featuring hours of new content, as well as printable guides, quizzes, and interactive DMV written exams, all aimed at helping budding motorists. Featuring credible teen hosts, this two-disc set is designed to create safe drivers by instilling good driving habits early, following three teens and their parents as they go through the progressive phases of driving instruction. Rules of the Road covers all aspects of driving, from getting-to-know-your-car basics to behind-the-wheel skills, combining live-action sequences and computer graphics in order to demonstrate a wide range of driving situations, including driving in hazardous conditions. Although aimed at teens, the program also supports parents, recognizing the fact that tensions often flare between the generations during the driver training period (some of these head-to-head confrontations are acted out here, followed by examples of healthier interactions). Chockfull of solid information smartly presented in an entertaining and comprehensive package (which includes a Spanish subtitles option), this is highly recommended. Editor's Choice. --C. Block, Video Librarian, Volume 24, Issue 2
K**N
Very Good!
This 2 disc dvd did not disappoint. It gave lots of informative information. Information on how to adjust mirrors, how to break in emergencies, how far you should be from the steering wheel and on and on. There are pretests to see what you know. A word of caution though. Don't let the beginning turn you off. It seems like it's going to be a cheesy boring experience at first. But, once you give it time it's great to help with driving situations. There's a segment on different types of parking which is nicely shown by student drivers then in graphical animation. It tells you where you should be looking when driving. This is helpful so that you'll widen your visual scope. I would definitely give this to new drivers, old pros, or kids about to get their license.
B**N
Not comprehensive, but a solid base to build on
Teaching Son #1 to drive and I have 4 to follow suit over the years... this DVD covers the basics very well with material that would be hard to do without video. For example there's one lesson about alcohol and they have you young fellow drink 5 or 6 beers, measuring his reaction, cognitive and motor skills. He gets progressively worse, yet all the while he maintains that he is fine to drive. Very dramatic and effective to the young adult.There were a few lesson or lesson point that I would not have thought of and the DVD was a good reminder.Overall, I am glad I made this purchase. I am certain to get my money's worth of the next decade or so. :-)
A**R
Teen driver training
I was actually on the line for a 5 star but there are some things in the set that I don't completely agree with like numbered lane positions. Too much info as far as that is concerned. As far as being a useful tool for new drivers, it's great overall. I especially like the virtual driver and the add-ons that help keep the student interested.
T**R
Great resource
There are 2 dvds included. Dvd 1 talks about getting to know your car,hitting the road, residential and city driving, driving in hazardous conditions, and handling vehicle malfunctions. It talks about how to parallel park, when to adjust speed and lane change, keeping a 4 second following distance, not crossing several lanes at once,etc. This is a valuable resource. I enjoy learning from this dvd. I recommend it to those wanting to learn how to drive.dvd 2-well you'll see it when you buy it.
J**A
It's A Start
A 2-disc interactive DVD set, Rules of the Road covers all of the necessary information to pass the written driver's test. The second disc goes over all sorts of important tips dealing with such topics as road rage, auto repair and maintenance, and emergency situations. While it is supposed to be an interactive program, there is only so much real world experience you can get from a video. A great supplement to the teachings of this video is the PC game and drivers education tool, SimuRide Home Edition. My teens use it to practice real life driving situations, using the information they have learned from the videos.
S**C
I Highly Recommend For New DRivers
The video was very interactive and provided a tremendous amount of insight for someone who has never been behind the wheel of a vehicle before. I feel that the price was very justified for the amount of content and the depth of content provide in this 2-disc DVD set about learning the rules of the road. I could not find any other worth while driving videos to purchase.
N**N
"Thank You for helping me learn my driving skills"
I received my Pa. learners Permit. I took 5- driving lessons, I bought the Rules of the Road 2- disc Set, because, I need more driving practice skills to learn how to parallel park, learn how to drive in all different types of wearer conditions. I need practice before my scheduled Driving Test.
C**E
Not An Interactive Driving Simulator Experience
I bought this DVD and went to the trouble of also purchasing a steering wheel and pedals for my PC because the program is billed as Interactive. It is not interactive in the sense that you can use it as a driving simulator. There may be an interactive question/answer section, but it is NOT a simulator program. What a waste of time!!! I have to return the wheel and pedals but it's too late to get my money back for the program. Thanks a lot!
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