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In addition to classroom instruction, Leadership in Training
Trainers of Bus Drivers features hands-on instruction related to behind-the-wheel
Continued from page 29 techniques. Again, a few examples appear below:
• Rosco mirror system: Participants are taught to
is to generate new ideas and facilitate learning, making for a understand the value of mirror grid training, how to set up a
safer drive for everyone on the road. proper mirror grid using the Rosco mirror system, how to use
LIT participants receive training in all aspects of school bus
driver instruction. A few examples include:
• Identifying different types of adult learners, and presenting
teaching techniques that are suited to these different learner Participation in the Leadership in Training
types
• Setting up a classroom for instruction. program not only provides driver trainers
• Creating an effective lesson plan. and transportation departments with a
• Effectively managing time in a classroom setting.
• Walking an applicant through the process of obtaining his/ new set of tools, it can also earn districts
her CDL and school bus driver certification.
• Explaining proper records retention for current and past 1 percent back via the Trust Loyalty Credit
employees. Program (for eligible districts).
• Explaining proper file maintenance in preparation for an
audit.

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