Podcast Show Notes – Episode 45: Inspire Instructor Training

In this episode of the Inspire Instructor Training Podcast, we dive into key topics that help driving instructors improve their teaching strategies and stay informed about industry developments.  

Phil's Thoughts

- Don’t let the pursuit of perfection hinder progress!  

- Learn how to focus on *practice over analysis* when teaching bay parking.  

- One key improvement per attempt = more effective learning.  

- This approach also applies to roundabouts and other driving scenarios.  

Drive Mobility & Instructor Survey

- Jacky from Drive Mobility joins us to discuss a crucial survey on disability driver training.  

- There’s a high demand for instructors specialising in mobility needs and older drivers.  

- Why do some instructors choose not to work in this sector? Let’s explore the barriers.  

- Two surveys are available: one for ADIs involved in disability tuition and one for those who are not. 

- You can find the survey here,

Click here if YOU ARE NOT currently offering specialist tuition

Click here if YOU ARE already offering specialist tuition

Diana Digs Deeper  

- A different approach to instruction—understanding why decisions are made.  

- Analysing roundabouts: how shape, incline, and traffic levels affect decision-making.  

- The balance between deep analysis and repetition-based practice.  

Upcoming Events  

📅 Mark your calendars! 

- Feb 19 – Zoom: Asking Relevant Questions  

- Mar 12 – Zoom: Avoiding Pitfalls for Part 3/Standards Check  

- Mar 20 – *We’re Only Human* Workshop  

- Mar 22-23 – Meet us at the *Intelligent Instructor Conference*!  

- Mar 26 – Zoom: Learning from the Positives  

- Mar 27 – Masterclass: Teaching Skills Within Topics  

- Apr 24 – Masterclass: Helping Pupils Who Struggle to Articulate Answers  

🎧 Tune in now and take your instructing skills to the next level!