The use of simulators for driver training has led to a new approach to training. It is no longer the instructor who possesses the knowledge as such : he relies on new pedagogical experiences - the concept of discovery in particular - and on this type ...
The use of simulators for driver training has led to a new approach to training. It is no longer the instructor who possesses the knowledge as such : he relies on new pedagogical experiences - the concept of discovery in particular - and on this type of tool to encourage trainees to find their feet and assimilate the procedures that are to be applied.
Driving simulators therefore make a contribution of the utmost importance to the different phases of driver training, including the acquisition of knowledge and knowhow, an understanding of operating systems and the validation of competencies.
However, this does require considerable discipline in the use of these tools and means that instructors must be professionally skilled in both technical and pedagogical spheres.
Drawback of traditional training
Traditioal training consistes of :
- oral messages (lecture-style lessions),
- written messages (trade documents with instructions),
- support and guidance under the supervision of an instructor.
Drawback
Acquisition process is almost exclusively mental
Instructor assistance only allows the trainee to experience standard situation, which account for a very small proportion of the total instruction. Acquisition is therefore virtually never gestural(almost as if someone had to learn to swim from a book).
Acquisition process is not interactive
The trainee is not called upon to react (unless questioned by the instructor) and most therefore use his entire concentration to assimilate a purely mental task.
Acquisition process is not personalised
The trainee is one of a group of learners and the of learning is imposed by the instructor.
Trainee has no means of self-appraisal
Other than the written tests and questions posed orally by the instructor, the trainee has no means of evaluation his progress.