Going Places

Course No. E-IL-202

Audience
Adult Continuing Education and High School Programs (The course addresses transportation issues primarily for students living in North America.)

Course Description
In North America, the majority of adults who are visually impaired drove a car prior to their vision loss. For many of these individuals, the decision to give up the car keys is often difficult. This course is designed primarily for people who were once drivers, although it can also benefit those who have never driven. It provides information about being a nondriver in a society where the ability to drive is generally assumed. Exploring various transportation issues will enable students to establish and maintain their ability to travel independently.

Media
large print, braille, audiocassette, and online

Organization
This course includes five lessons.

Credit
none

Prerequisites
none

Overview
Five assignments are submitted to the instructor.

Grading
satisfactory/unsatisfactory

Average Completion Time
approximately 5 months

Supplementary Course Materials
none

Objectives and Content
After completing Lesson 1, you will be able to
a. examine your feelings as a nondriver
b. explore the impact of your situation on your family and friends
c. suggest ways to interact in the community

After completing Lesson 2, you will be able to
a. assess lifestyle adjustments that may enable you to better address transportation issues
b. adopt basic safety guidelines when you travel
c. develop a sensible transportation budget

After completing Lesson 3, you will be able to
a. discuss the advantages and disadvantages of walking and biking
b. identify safety precautions
c. plan a trip using either mode of transportation

After completing Lesson 4, you will be able to
a. describe the advantages and disadvantages of public transit and paratransit
b. discuss ways to gather information
c. plan a trip
d. identify precautions to ensure safe and efficient travel

After completing Lesson 5, you will be able to
a. identify the advantages and disadvantages of using taxis and hired drivers
b. discuss methods for gathering information about these modes of transportation
c. describe strategies for hiring a driver
d. identify how to exchange services for transportation
e. plan a safe and efficient route

Sample Lesson - - MS Word Document
Sample Lesson - - PDF