From Monday 23 January, the  theory test no longer uses published questions in a move to stop pupils from learning answers by memory.

Prior to this change all questions used in the driving theory test had been published. These changes will mean that learner drivers and riders gain a better understanding of driving theory, because they can no longer rely on simply learning which options are correct for individual questions.

Road Safety Minister Mike Penning said:

“By bringing a stop to publication of theory test questions we aim to encourage candidates to prepare by learning each topic area thoroughly rather than just memorising the questions and answers.

“The intention is to improve candidates’ knowledge and understanding of driving theory, so that they are more able to retain and apply it when they are on the road.”

The  theory test books and software still offer revision questions for pupils to study  and assess their progress. They also have exercises so learners can  apply their knowledge on each topic to case studies. There are new sections of revision support for motorcyclists and a free e-book for car drivers.

The DSA has also launched iPhone apps for theory test revision, which help pupils to study and monitor their progress as they approach their test . These are available from the iTunes Store.

New editions of official DSA software materials have  been published to help learners prepare for their theory test. It follows publication of new editions of the official theory test books in September 2011.

The latest official software has more information for learners then before, giving them all the information they need for the case studies and multiple-choice questions. rners’ on-road learning.

New look & Easier to Use

Latest edition of The Official DSA Theory Test for Car Drivers DVD-ROM has been given a new, more  user-friendly design than ever before, guiding you through a three-step approach – study, practise, test yourself – to make test preparation simple.

Contact us if you require copies of the revised software.

The reason behind this is to stop candidates from simply memorising theory test questions and answers.

New theory books were published in September 2011 to help candidates prepare for the test and for life on the road.

The new books contain:
-new sections of text for motorcyclists, a free e-book for car drivers and full references throughout to help candidates learn and revise questions and answers for revision, including practice for case studies

-the official DSA explanations for every revision question, helping candidates fully understand the answer

This approach will help candidates to gain a better knowledge and understanding of driving theory which will help them respond correctly to the new, reworded live questions used in the actual test.

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The National Driver/Rider Training Standard™ sets out what is required to deliver driver and rider training for cars, light vans and motorcycles, before and after a candidate has passed their test.

The standard sets out what instructors need to be able to do, and the knowledge they need to have, in order to deliver training to help people become safe and responsible drivers. Topics include devising effective lesson plans, understanding different learning styles and needs, and giving clear instructions and constructive feedback.

See http://www.dft.gov.uk/publications/dsa-national-driver-and-rider-training-standard for further info.

The aim is to reduce the number of signs needed to use by relaxing rules.

Changes to be considered will include:

• improving  cycle journeys by allowing journey times as well as distances to be added to signs on cycle routes and making it easier for councils to use Trixi mirrors to improve visibility of cyclists at junctions and ‘no entry except cycles’ signs to allow contra-flow cycling
• a new sign warning lorry drivers that the road is unsuitable for lorries. This will help to prevent situations where lorries following sat nav systems use inappropriate roads, sometimes causing disruption to the local road network and delays to their journey
• measures to simplify parking signs after research showed that some signs could be made clearer
• allowing councils to use innovative new measures such as pedestrian countdown timers and diagonal crossings without government approval

We have great offers on our driving lessons to start of 2012.  Contact Us by going to the  BOOK NOW page to claim your discount.