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#34605 Driver's Education - Basic Driving Tactics (Run time 21 min.) DVD $69.95
Can you operate 3,000 pounds of heavy machinery powered by continuous explosions? You must be able to, if you want to drive a car. NASCAR star David Reutimann explains the basics of automobile control in this video, guiding students from their first time behind the wheel to the essentials of driving and parking on public streets. Highlighting mental as well as physical preparation, the program covers starting up, accelerating, braking, shifting, steering, turning, and all the steps that go into safely handling a vehicle. Students will also learn the fundamental rules of the road, including how to read signs, signals, and surface markings. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Health Education Standards: Achieving Health Literacy; Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society; and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (21 minutes)
#34606 Driver's Education - Advanced Driving Tactics (Run time 21 min.) DVD $69.95
Going beyond basic training, this video takes driving students into the real world-where road conditions are not always favorable. NASCAR celebrity David Reutimann examines a wide range of environments containing potential driving hazards, including tunnels, bridges, mountain roads, rough or uneven terrain, and harsh weather. Featuring detailed procedures for coping with rain, snow, icy surfaces, wind, fog, and extreme heat, the program also describes how to recover from skids, hydroplaning, and fishtailing; how to safely and correctly change a flat tire; the best strategies for driving at night; the ABS system; and the importance of routine maintenance and insurance. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Health Education Standards: Achieving Health Literacy; Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society; and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (21 minutes)
#34607 Driver's Education - Defensive Driving (Run time 21 min.) DVD $69.95
What's the most important factor to consider when driving? Visibility? Engine performance? No-it's other drivers. In this video, NASCAR sensation David Reutimann focuses on defensive driving, the cornerstone of safe vehicle operation. Underscoring the danger of making assumptions when behind the wheel, the program stresses preparing for the worst possible events and circumstances, and illustrates three solid principles of defensive driving: Give Yourself Space, Anticipate, and Know Your Options. Issues concerning drunk driving, tailgating, finding escape routes out of dangerous situations, and proper behavior at the scene of an accident are also covered. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Health Education Standards: Achieving Health Literacy; Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society; and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (21 minutes)
#33571 Driver's Education - Dying to Get There: The Real Cost of Reckless Driving (Run time 21 min.) DVD $79.95
New drivers seem to learn very quickly about tickets, suspended licenses, and even a day in court, yet few appear to dwell much on safety. The fact is, traffic accidents are the leading cause of death among teens. This program opens a potentially lifesaving teen-to-teen dialogue on driving-related tragedies involving drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Strong images of totaled cars, powerful mortality statistics, and firsthand stories of real car wrecks with severe consequences carry the unmistakable message that driving is no joyride. The stakes are just too high for that. (21 minutes)
#36001 Driver's Education - CopTalk: The Dos and Don'ts of a Car Stop (Run time 23 min.) DVD $79.95
A routine traffic stop can have any number of outcomes-from a polite warning to the use of lethal force. This video shows drivers the safest, smartest ways to interact with a police officer during a car stop. Written, produced, and hosted by a veteran patrolman, the program explains exactly how to park, behave, and speak when pulled over by a cop. Finding a nearby, well-lit area, staying inside the vehicle, refraining from sudden or alarming movements, keeping a respectful tone, and being aware of an officer's perspective and working conditions-these and other topics are covered along with tips on court procedures, night driving info, and helpful Q&A segments featuring teen drivers. (23 minutes)
#8357 Driver's Education - Drugs and Driving: A Deadly Combination (Run time 12 min.) DVD $99.95
This program examines the largely unreported impact of taking over-the-counter drugs while driving, a practice listed as a primary cause of traffic accidents. Medications including antihistamines, tranquilizers, and sleeping pills-blamed for over 10 percent of all traffic fatalities-are studied for their ability to lower concentration and reduce motor control. The medical profession's responsibility for warning patients of the dangers of taking drugs while driving is discussed. The National Highway Safety Administration is chided for refusing to recognize the problem. The program suggests that while every accident has many causes, the label caution, "Warning: Medication may cause drowsiness," should be taken more seriously by American consumers. (12 minutes)
#25236 Driver's Education - Driving in Bad Weather (Run time 18 min.) DVD $99.95
You're driving along and suddenly hit a patch of glare ice and start to skid. What do you do? You drive into a severe thunderstorm and water is left standing on the road. Do you adjust your driving in any way? You suddenly encounter thick fog on the highway and can't see beyond your headlights. Should you switch on your high beams? These and many other situations are discussed and demonstrated as we watch a new driver experience some unpleasant surprises. An excellent way of experiencing common weather-related driving problems from the point of view of the driver! (17 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25237 Driver's Education - Driving Safely: Reason on the Road (Run time 16 min.) DVD $99.95
Viewers witness common driving behaviors like tailgating, not using turn signals, cutting cars off, and other inconsiderate behavior, from inside as well as outside the car. Not only do viewers see how dangerous such behavior can be, but experts give insight into how some incidents can escalate into violence. The SAFE process is explained and demonstrated: Scan, Anticipate, Figure, Execute. This is an excellent perspective for all new drivers and a good refresher for experienced ones! A Meridian Production. (15 minutes)
#29763 Driver's Education - Practicing Basic Control Tasks Behind the Wheel (Run time 17 min.) DVD $99.95
When it comes to driving, the basics are not just a "sometimes" thing. They play a part in every trip a driver makes, so learning them right is a top priority. Filmed on actual roadways, this engaging video systematically demonstrates low-risk methods of parking, entering traffic, steering, backing up, and turning around. The program's host, a calm and likeable driving instructor, reinforces the techniques while encouraging students to continually practice them. He also addresses a variety of dangerous road conditions and suggests using the Three Seconds Rule to maintain the proper following distance. In addition, he offers tips like coasting before braking and avoiding jackrabbit starts as ways of squeezing the most miles from a tankful of gas...and of avoiding the kinds of collisions that most commonly happen with an inexperienced driver behind the wheel. A Meridian Production. (17 minutes)
#39514 Driver's Education - Rage Behind the Wheel: A Look at Teen Drivers and Road Rage (Run time min.) DVD $99.95
What exactly is road rage? What can trigger it? And, most important of all, how can it be avoided? Experts in law enforcement and youth psychology answer those and other questions as the camera captures actual road rage incidents involving teen drivers. These same teens are also filmed in a group setting where they honestly express their points of view as frustrated drivers while openly taking responsibility for their inappropriate anger. Potential life-changing consequences of road rage ranging from a revoked license to a criminal conviction for aggravated assault or death by auto are hammered home. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to all applicable National and State Educational Standards including the NCLB Act. Recommended for grades 10-12. A Cambridge Educational Production. (19 minutes)
#10785 Driver's Education - Road Rage: Havoc on the Highway (Run time 22 min.) DVD $99.95
Tailgating, making rude gestures, and cutting other cars off are only three of the ways that drivers exhibit aggressive behavior-behavior that can provoke road rage, a growing factor in automobile injuries and fatalities. This program spotlights a wide variety of potentially explosive driving situations in order to help students recognize the warning signs of road rage in others and in themselves. Experts offer insights into why normally capable drivers sometimes go berserk, while police officers discuss how others who share the road can avoid becoming their victims. A Meridian Production. (22 minutes)
#34604 Driver's Education - Driving Tactics (Run time min.) DVD $209.95
A drive to the mall should never be a race-but it does require mental alertness, physical coordination, and respect for every other driver on the road. NASCAR Rookie of the Year David Reutimann shares his expertise in all those areas as host of this dynamic, highly informative three-part series. A strong foundation for safety-oriented driving education, Reutimann's guidance emphasizes that driving can be a fun, positive experience; that it is a privilege, not a right; and that the most important piece of driving equipment is between the ears. Viewable/printable instructor's guides are available online. Correlates to National Health Education Standards: Achieving Health Literacy; Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society; and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. 3-part series, 21 minutes each.
