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The vIQSM program is designed to be an important component of your driver education curricula and is packaged with an instructive video and an Educator's Guide. This step-by-step guide, with suggested extension activities, offers you and your students an opportunity to think and talk about the issues of responsible wireless phone use. The program presents three real-life scenarios incorporating challenges that drivers face daily. Students are asked to pick the best option for them given the situation. Below is an outline of the table of contents:

Table of Contents:

Segment 1 - Introduction

Objective: Introduces the concept that some of us are naturally good drivers, and that for some of us, driving requires total concentration.

Segment 2 - Distractions Aren't New

Segment 3 - Abigail & Nick in "The Organ Grinder"

This humorous scenario tackles the serious subject of when and how to use a wireless phone.

Segment 4 - Sophie in "Bird Calls"

This scenario helps explore safe phone usage by people who CHOOSE to use a wireless phone on a regular basis.

Segment 5 - Oscar in "Wireless WipeOut"

This scenario helps explore how to deal with common calls that may distract driver.

Segment 6 - Finale - The Big Take Away

This scenario recaps the main points on the video and introduces the following:

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  • Stop driving and find a safe spot off the road when you need to make a call.
  • Allow for your voicemail to answer calls when you're driving.
  • Free up your hands - use a hands-free device.
  • Exercise your memory - know your keypad.
  • Remember to check your state and local laws on mobile phone use.