Objectives:
Upon completion of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Describe European pedestrian facilities.
- Describe European bicycle facilities.
Pre-Instruction:
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Motivation |
If anyone in the class has been to Europe, have them describe their experiences walking and/or biking there. Ask them to compare their experiences in Europe to those they have had in the United States. |
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Objectives |
Present and explain the two lesson goals listed above (V-23-1). |
Information Presentation:
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Information Sequence |
Outline the presentation of the lecture (V-23-2). |
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Information |
Tell the students about different European pedestrian facilities (V-23-3 and V-23-4). Tell the students about different European bicycle facilities (V-23-5 through V-23-7). |
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Example(s) |
Show examples (e.g., slides, videotape) of the different types of pedestrian and bicycle facilities cited in the text. |
Student Participation:
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Practice |
Have the students identify locations in your community where European-type pedestrian or bicycle improvements would be appropriate. |
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Feedback |
Provide comment and feedback to the class as appropriate. |
Follow-Up:
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Enrichment |
Assign reading for Lesson 24. |
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Review |
Lesson Objectives:
- Describe European pedestrian facilities
- Describe European bicycle facilities
Lesson Outline:
- Pedestrian facilities
- Bicycle facilities
European Pedestrian Facilities:
- Zebra crossing
- Pelican crossing
- Toucan crossing
- Puffin crossing
European Pedestrian Facilities (continued):
- Messages on the pavement
- Traffic signals
- Pedestrian zones
European Bicycle Facilities (Netherlands):
- Bike lanes
- Signals
- Bicycle rental
European Bicycle Facilities (Germany):
- Bike lanes
- Intersection improvements
- Parking
- Signals
European Bicycle Facilities (Great Britain):
- Bike lanes
- Bike trails
- Bus lanes
Lesson Summary:
- There are many different practices related to pedestrian and bicycle design used in Europe
- Some of these European techniques could be applicable in the United States