Commentary driving is simply saying what you are thinking. As we see in this video: (click here), the driver demonstrates his competency in driving defensively. Commentary driving is a useful tool for evaluating a student's ability to process information and make appropriate decisions. For the student, it is useful in forming good driving habits and building trust with parents. Parents should feel free to ask for commentary driving whenever they need assurance as to the proper processing of signs, signals, traffic, road conditions, etc.
This site serves as a supplemental resource for Segment 1 driver education students in Michigan.
Commentary Driving
Commentary driving is simply saying what you are thinking. As we see in this video: (click here), the driver demonstrates his competency in driving defensively. Commentary driving is a useful tool for evaluating a student's ability to process information and make appropriate decisions. For the student, it is useful in forming good driving habits and building trust with parents. Parents should feel free to ask for commentary driving whenever they need assurance as to the proper processing of signs, signals, traffic, road conditions, etc.