Online driver's-education programs offer an alternative to traditional classroom courses.
As of 2010, the ease of using the Internet has made it possible for people to learn at home instead of in a traditional classroom. There now are websites that offer online driver's-education courses. These websites eliminate the need to take driver's education from a school or local or state agency. The problem is that the quantity of these sites makes it difficult to determine which one will provide the adequate training. You must compare your top websites carefully if you want a site that will prepare you well to be safe driver.
Instructions
1. Check whether the website is accredited by the state in which you live. Eliminate any non-accredited websites from consideration, as the Department of Motor Vehicles likely will not accept certificates of completion from these providers. See whether the website is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
2. Look at the cost of the course. Although it may be tempting to go with the website that is cheapest, the least expensive driver's-training programs--online or otherwise--likely aren't going to be comprehensive enough, according to Jayne O'Donnell of Edmunds.com, a motorists' information website.
3. Examine the course contents and how they are presented. The best online driver's-education courses don't just offer theory tests--they offer interactive Macromedia Flash animation and simulation and pose questions about reduce driving risks. Avoid sites with a unilateral approach to teaching.
4. Look at the number of hours of training you receive. O'Donnell indicates that a sufficient driver's-training program should have at least 36 hours, six of which are on the road. Eliminate programs that offer less than 30 hours of coursework, as online programs obviously won't have the on-the-road options.
5. Navigate through the website to find out if the website offers a downloadable curriculum planner to keep you on track. The course should be clearly defined. Avoid sites that have no end date, as these may encourage apathy in studying driving rules.
6. Ascertain whether it is possible to contact a live instructor through the online training program. Websites that provide extra one-on-one time may help you comprehend written text and interactive activities more clearly.
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