The Instructor

Join Terry Cook as he dives deep into the learner's perspective on driving lessons with former students Charlotte Parker and Julia Feeric. This episode emphasizes the importance of communication between instructors and learners, highlighting how a strong rapport can significantly enhance the learning experience. Both guests share their insights on what makes a driving instructor effective, from being approachable to creating a positive atmosphere during lessons. They discuss the impact of private practice and the necessity of feeling comfortable enough to express concerns, which is crucial for building confidence behind the wheel. With a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice, this conversation offers valuable takeaways for both driving instructors and learners alike, all wrapped in a light-hearted and playful tone that keeps things engaging.I'm joined by two former students as they discuss their experience learning to drive and share some valuable insights from a pupils perspective including:The importance of good communicationTreating people as individualsHow annoying it is to ask them to vote in awardsSpeaking of awards you can vote for the Instructor Podcast in the Intelligent Instructor and GoRoadie awards. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC Terry Cook engages with two former pupils, Charlotte and Julia, to explore the learner's perspective on driving instruction. The conversation unfolds with Charlotte sharing her experience, which oscillated between excitement and anxiety, as she navigated the complexities of learning to drive. She reflects on how initial lessons before the pandemic had set a foundation, but the return to driving after a long hiatus brought about new challenges. Charlotte emphasizes the importance of communication and rapport between instructors and students, highlighting that having open discussions about fears and expectations can alleviate anxiety and foster a more productive learning environment. The discussion also touches on the balance between structured lessons and the need for flexibility, emphasizing that individual learning styles should guide lesson pacing and content.Julia, on the other hand, adds a rich layer to the dialogue by discussing how her lessons became a highlight of her week, illustrating the positive impact of a supportive instructor. Her insights into the value of instructor-student communication reveal that learners desire a collaborative relationship, where both parties contribute to the learning process. She also underscores the importance of being receptive to a learner's emotional state, as mental readiness plays a crucial role in mastering driving skills. The episode ultimately champions the idea that effective driving instruction is about more than just teaching skills; it’s about building a relationship that empowers students and helps them embrace the journey to becoming confident drivers.Takeaways: Building rapport with students is crucial to creating a positive learning environment. Open communication between instructors and learners fosters a sense of collaboration and trust. Understanding that each student learns differently is essential for effective teaching strategies. Encouraging students to express concerns can mitigate anxiety and enhance their driving experience. Providing resources, even if they aren't your own, empowers students to take charge of their learning. Acknowledging that not all students will want private practice can ease unnecessary pressure.

It's another midweek boost of inspiration and information as we dive way back into season  two, to listen to how he sees the future of the automotive industry. You can check out the full episode here:https://player.captivate.fm/episode/355e0ac5-fc13-4a29-a2e7-5176d8dfdf22For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

As coaching continues to grow in the driving instructor industry, is always nice to be joined by an expert in the field. But it's even better when we're joined by two!Jo Wheatley and Zoe Hawkins of The Coaching Crowd podcast join me to discuss:Goal settingThe relationship between learner and instructorCoaching the gapDespite a power cut, it's another cracking episode and you can find Jo and Zoe in the following places:Podcast Website Facebook Group For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

How would you help a student with additional needs? Whether physical or mental, students with additional needs can be a daunting a challenge for a driving instructor. Fortunately we have wonderful people like Emma Hallett who are willing to offer some words of wisdom.We discuss:How rewarding her role isTips for ADI'sThe adaptations that are availableYou can find Emma's website here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

It's a news heavy episode of The Green Room this months as we discuss:The hole left by the BLRDigital theory test resultsThe award seasonExaminers strikingThe DVSAStandard checksThe DITC's Chris Bensted joins me to cover all the above. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

I'm joined by Amanda Lane, Head of Driver Testing and Training Policy at the DVSA. We discuss:Why the DVSA is encouraging private practiceHow driving instructors can use their guidanceAre they alienating peopleAs always, your feedback on the episode is welcome and you can find Amanda's blog here and you can find the guidance for parents here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

It's all about the Big Learner Relay as I'm joined by BLR supremo Lou Walsh and behind the scenes legend Amy Cullen. You can also find this years BLR them song by Chris Bensted at the end of the episode. Donate to the Big Learner Relay. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

Parents - can't live with them, can't live without them!This week ADI Julie Hazell has joined me to discuss how she has prioritised working with parents, becoming a bit of a specialist at it and even creating an online course to help parents teach their teenagers to drive. We look at:The problems parents can causeHow we can help themStudents who have 3 lessons with mum/dad & 1 lesson with JulieCheck out Julies courses here. Find Julies Facebook group here. Donate to the Big Learner Relay here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

It's another midweek boost of inspiration and information as we dive way back into season two, to get some words of wisdom from Shabnam Rajah.As always, you get the episodes early. You can check out the full episode here:https://player.captivate.fm/episode/694b528f-0ca3-4569-a3ab-73236da8d9f9For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

It's all about the Standards check this week as I dive into The Instructor Podcast Premium catalogue to bring you a cracking edition of my Standards check checklist as ADI/PDI Trainer Emma Cottington joins me to discuss 'Was the trainer aware of the surroundings and the pupils actions' As always, we look at who we should be taking, top tips for the standard check/part 3 and a deep look into the competency.If you've enjoyed this episode, you can sign up for more Premium content here. You can find Emma here, and check out her learner driver logbook here. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ here you'll find guest profiles, spotlighted episodes, blogs access to The Instructor Podcast Premium, previous episodes and more...For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lot's of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare and how to perform. Conversations with world class coaches as we dive into their thoughts on coaching in the driver instructor industry.Shows where we deep dive into a specific topic, with no tangents.As a member you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:Join The Instructor Podcast Facebook group FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC