Running head: MANUAL DEL AUTOMOVILISTA

Manual del Automovilista de California

Ana L. Rincon
California State University Monterey Bay

IST 526 Interactive Multimedia for Instruction

Dr. Lara
April 5, 2014

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Analysis
Needs Analysis
The California DMV handbook is currently available in English and a number of
languages in both online and printed formats. This instructional design document is intended for
the Spanish speaking population that is unable to take the test in English. The current Spanish
handbook version is available in .pdf format on the California Department of Motor Vehicles
website, and in printed form. InApril 2008, the Department of Motor Vehicles conducted an
Evaluation of The Spanish Class C Driver License Written Knowledge Tests, in which it reports
the overall fail rates for applicants are 73.4% for original applicants and 71.6% for renewal
applicants (. This study proves that the current training material available for Spanish speakers is
not meeting the learners needs. Two possible reasons for this deficiency are translation quality
issues from English to Spanish, and low literacy levels from Spanish speakers, which may
prevent them from reading and comprehending the material.
A new, comprehensive eLearning product that incorporates text, narration, images and video
with exercises and practice quizzes is an outstanding solution to this problem, facilitating
learning by providing a variety of options to receive information and meet the needs of different
kinds of learners.

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Learner Analysis
The learners will be all Spanish speakers who are looking to obtain their California
drivers license and need to take the California DMV driving test, but are unable to take it in
English or simply prefer to take it in Spanish. Learners will need to be computer literate in order
to take this eLearning course. However, it is possible that a given organization or school may
offer it with assistance from an instructor, if the budget allows.
Learning Objectives/Assessment
The final goal of this instructional design project is to cover all the topics included and
discussed in the California Driver Handbook. It is intended to teach the learner all the
information needed to pass the exam administered by the DMV. This long-term project will
comprise of modules and sub-modules. Below is a list of all the modules to cover in the longterm goal:
The California Driver

Traffic Controls

Parking

Administrative

Traffic Signal Lights

Safe Driving Practices

Financial Responsibility

License
Obtaining a Driver
License

Pedestrian Signal Lights

Vehicle Positioning

Insurance Requirements

Sharing the Road

Driver License Classes

Traffic Signs

The Examination Process

Laws and Rules of the

Collisions on Your record

Special Driving Situations

Special Section - Minors

Miscellaneous Licensing
Information
Occupant Protection

Road
Visual Search
Lane Control
Turns

Collisions, Insurance, and

Handling Emergencies

Minors

Driver Readiness
Getting a Ticket
Alcohol and Drugs
Evading a Police Officer
Additional Driving
Laws/Rules

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Points on the Driver

Vandalism/Graffiti - All

Record

Ages

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Out-of-State Vehicles

Knowledge Test Sample

#1

Vehicle Theft Prevention

Traffic Violator School

Speed Contests/Reckless

Convictions

Driving

Tips

Knowledge Test Sample

#2

Driver License Fast Facts

Suspension or Revocation

Possessing Firearms

and Other Publications

Vehicle Registration

Available Online

by the DMV

Suspension by Judge

Requirements
Available in Print Only

Record Confidentiality

California Vehicles

However, for the purpose of this eLearning module, we only will select the following
module and sub-module topics:
Traffic Controls > Traffic Signal Lights
In this module, the learner will be able to visually identify the traffic signal lights and
understand their meanings and how they are applied on the road.
Assessment
The learners will be quizzed on their understanding of the traffic signal lights utilizing a
combination of testing tools such as drag and drop, fill-in-the-blank answers, true/false, and
multiple choice answers.
Instructional Strategy
This learning module will consist of a combination of learning tools that include
narration, images, and video, utilizing Adobe Captivate 7. It will be available online for
individualized instruction and it will require learners to be computer literate. Through interactive
and audiovisual technologies, the learner will have an opportunity to see real life examples
through videos.

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Learning Theories
For this eLearning course the learning theory we will be using is cognitivism, the
information is presented in a way that the learner can process it and exercise thinking, memory,
knowing, and problem-solving skills that will result in effective driving skills. Some principles
that will be used in this module include the contiguity principle, the personalization principle,
and the segmenting and pretraining principles (Clark and Mayer, 2012)

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Traffic Signal Lights

Solid Red A red signal light means "STOP." You can make a right turn against a red
light after you stop then yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles close enough to be a hazard.
Make the right turn only when it is safe. Do not turn if a "NO TURN ON RED" sign is posted.

Red Arrow A red arrow means "STOP." Remain stopped until the green signal or
green arrow appears. Do not turn against a red arrow.

Flashing Red A flashing red signal light means "STOP." After stopping, you may
proceed when it is safe. Observe the right-of-way rules.

Solid Yellow A yellow signal light means "CAUTION." The red signal is about to
appear. When you see the yellow light, stop if you can do so safely. If you cannot stop safely,
cross the intersection cautiously.

Yellow Arrow A yellow arrow means the "protected" turning time period is ending.
Be prepared to obey the next signal, which could be the green or red light or the red arrow.

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Flashing Yellow A flashing yellow signal light warns you to "PROCEED WITH
CAUTION." You do not need to stop for a flashing yellow light, but you must slow down and be
especially alert before entering the intersection.

Flashing Yellow Arrow This signal means turns are permitted (unprotected), but
you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians and then proceed with caution.

Solid GreenGive the right-of-way to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian in the

intersection. A green light means GO. If you are turning left, make the turn only if you have
enough space to complete the turn before creating a hazard for any oncoming vehicle, bicyclist,
or pedestrian. Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across before the light
turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.

Green ArrowA green arrow means GO. You must turn in the direction the arrow is
pointing after you yield to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian still in the intersection. The green
arrow allows you to make a protected turn. Oncoming vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians are
stopped by a red light as long as the green arrow is lighted.

Traffic Signal Blackout The traffic signal light is not working. Proceed cautiously as if the
intersection is controlled by "STOP" signs in all directions.

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References

Brar, Sushvir S. (2008). Evaluationof the Spanish Class C Driver License Written
Knowledge Test. Retrieved from
http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/about/profile/rd/r_d_report/Section_2/S2-226.pdf
State of California, (2001). California Driver Handbook Traffic Controls. Retrieved
from apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/hdbk/traff_lgts_sgns.htm#traffic_lights

Clark, R.C., Mayer, Richard E. (2012). e-Learning and the Science of Instruction: Proven
Guidelines for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning, Third Edition.
Retrieved

from:

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com.library2.csumb.edu:2048/book/10.1002/9781118255
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