Chapter
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Time requirement of chapter: 10 minutes
Introduction
TIME MINIMUM
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This Matrix Mature Driver Improvement Internet Program was developed
and is owned by DriverEducators.com LLC and the Florida Safety Council Inc - Matrix Driver Improvement Program.
The program is focused to assist mature drivers in evaluating
their driving behaviors; and where needed, adjust their driving
in order to become a better, safer driver.
Some segments of the program
are timed exercises; however, the reading portions have no time limit. Before leaving the computer to answer the telephone, use the restroom, or talk to anyone, make sure to close the chapter you are currently in by clicking on the Log-Out link. The time clock should not be running when you leave your computer. |
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THE TIMER
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This program has a timing system which records the actual amount of time that you have spent inside of each chapter. You can close the chapter you are reading at any time by clicking on the Log-Out link, and the system will store the actual time you have spent thus far. When you open the chapter again, your timing clock will return to where you left off on that particular chapter. |
| On the right you can see an image of the timer and basic controls available
while you are taking this course. When you start each segment, a count-down timer will be shown at the bottom of the screen. This is the MINIMUM time requirement. It means you can read the segment for as long as you want. However, the State of Florida course regulations does not allow you to proceed into the next segment until this minimum timer reaches zero. All Florida Mature Driver Course approved by the FL DMV are required to enforce a minimum of (6) six hours. |
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As you can see on the left, once the minimum time requirement is completed
the word FINISHED will be shown blinking and
you will be given the option to proceed to the next segment. Always remember to click SAVE TIME AND CLOSE MODULE whenever you interrupt reading the segment to ensure the time spent is properly saved. |
SECURITY QUESTIONS
In order to ensure the registered participant
is the individual completing the program, the security questions which
you answered when you registered may reappear for you to respond and confirm identity.
Remember, while the timing clock is running you are not allowed to use any other
program on the computer or walk away from the computer, since security questions
randomly appear on the computer screen while any segment is open. Failure to
correctly answer a security question within 30 seconds will disqualify you,
causing a disconnection of the program. This will also stop the program timer
and prevent you from logging back into the system. In the event that you have
either answered a security question incorrectly, or failed to answer a security
question in the allowed time, you will need to contact 1-888-237-5669.
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BOOKMARK / BACK BUTTON OF THE BROWSER
If you use the Back Button, the system might disqualify you. Also any amount of study time spent revising pages that have been accessed with the use of the back button, will not be reported to the central system and will not count on your required timing. Remember that when you are taking this course you need to be connected to our online system. If you use the back button, you are only viewing a local copy of the last pages. There is no connection to the system to inform us about this. |
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Also, you cannot bookmark any pages of the site.
For security purposes the system requires you to login providing your user name
and password every time you start your time of study. This means that any study
based on bookmarks will not count into your required timing, since you have not
been identified as active in the system.
COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
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When you successfully complete the program including a passing grade on the
Final Exam, the Matrix System will automatically
record your completion of the program. The system will also generate a certificate
which you can print out and save and provide to your insurance company. The Final Exam consists of 40 questions, a passing grade is a minimum of 32 correct answers (80%) or better. If your grade on the Final Exam is below 80%, the exam retake is free. The copy of your certificate will be available online. Please note - the completion reporting process might take a few hours. |
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HARDWARE/SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
In order to use the Matrix Mature Driver Improvement Internet
Program, your computer system must meet the following requirements,
in addition to internet access (Standard DSL or higher):
A PC or Mac Running:
• Windows XP, Windows 7 or higher
• MacOS
• Linux 4.0 or newer
An Internet Browser:
• Firefox
• Opera
• Safari
• IE7, IE11 or higher
• Google Chrome
• Edge
Your browser MUST support and have JavaScript, Cookies, and
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) enabled. This is the default configuration of most
browsers, so unless you have specifically changed the settings, your course is
expected to work properly.
PROGRAM VIDEOS
Please make sure that you have audio speakers or headphones connected to the computer so that you may properly view and listen to the content.
If needed, closed-captioning is available on the program videos as well as a complete written transcript of the content. To activate the closed-captioning, select the option "CC" during the video playback. To read the video content, simply click on the option located below the corresponding video.
COURSE OVERVIEW
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The Driver Educators Mature Driver Improvement Internet Program is an eight chapter audio visual instructional program designed to develop and improve the driver's risk recognition and control skills. Timed visuals, photographed from the driver's point of view, are used to exercise and stimulate the driver's vehicle operation capabilities. Special emphasis is placed on the effect of alcohol, drugs, medications, fatigue, and illness on the driver's ability to collect and process driver, vehicle and traffic information. Course content was developed from driving task analysis data generated in research studies sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation. Driving task analysis research conducted by Humrro and the University of Michigan confirmed the importance of a driver's mental and physical skills in the control of the motor vehicle and the reduction of highway traffic crashes. Motor vehicle crash analysis studies, sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, showed that mental driving errors are a contributing cause in approximately 80% of the motor vehicle crashes. Field tests of the Matrix course, and other perceptual training approaches, have shown that the risk recognition and control skills of an experienced driver can be significantly improved through exercise oriented perceptual training. In addition to the interactive video exercises, related content information is provided to enhance the learning experience of the participant. |
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PROGRAM CHAPTERS
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Take a few minutes to answer the following questions about your recent driving experiences. Circle the Yes or No answer.
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| 1 | Does it seem like there are more drivers honking their vehicle horns at you, more often than they use to? | ||
| 2 | Have you been involved in any type of accident during the past year? | ||
| 3 | Do you find yourself getting lost more often than you used to, even in areas that are well known to you? | ||
| 4 | Are there times that other vehicles seem to appear out of nowhere? | ||
| 5 | Do you always use your vehicle turn signal, even when changing lanes, and remember to turn it off after completing the maneuver? | ||
| 6 | Do you always wear a seat belt correctly? | ||
| 7 | There are times when driving in intersections seems bother me. | ||
| 8 | I find it difficult to decide when to join traffic when entering a congested expressway. | ||
| 9 | I have become slower than I used to be in reacting to a hazardous situation. | ||
| 10 | There are times when my personal thoughts wander when I am driving. | ||
| 11 | It seems other drivers make me angry more often than they used to be. | ||
| 12 | I get annual eye examinations. | ||
| 13 | I always check with my doctor or pharmacist about how any new medications might affect my driving. | ||
| 14 | I have received a traffic ticket in the last year. | ||
| 15 | I have family, friends or doctor(s) that have stated they are concerned about my driving. |
The answers you have given to the test above may be an indication that it is time to evaluate your driving.
INITIAL DRIVER SKILLS SELF ASSESSMENT
These questions have been formulated to provide you with a self-evaluation of your driving skills prior to studying this course. Later throughout the course material you will learn more about each subject presented here.
| Question 1 | Drivers, age 55 and over, when compared with drivers age 30-54, are involved in:
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| Question 2 | If you are planning to make a left turn across an intersection, and you are waiting in the middle of the intersection for a break in oncoming traffic, your front tires should be turned:
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| Question 3 | You want to change lanes. You can see if another vehicle is in your blind spot:
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| Question 4 | If you take any type medication before driving, the most important thing for you to do is:
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| Question 5 | The measure to be used by the driver, age 55 and over, who is following a vehicle under good road conditions is:
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| Question 6 | When backing up, it is usually best to:
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| Question 7 | Frequent use of mirrors on a vehicle is especially important for those drivers who:
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| Question 8 | What is the Number 1 traffic violation committed by drivers age 50 and over?
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| Question 9 | What is the Number 2 traffic violation committed by drivers age 50 and over?
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