The purpose of this guide is to provide direction and assistance to driver education instructors and school administrators as they plan and implement quality programs of traffic safety instruction. Materials are divided into seven chapters conveying: (1) the organization and administration of driver and traffic safety education, (2) the driving task, (3) suggested instructional media, (4) energy conservation tips, (5) the automobile driver and the motorcycle, (6) alcohol, drugs, and driving, and (7) the automobile and pollution. Each chapter gives an overview, performance objectives, content outline, learning activities, and suggested resource materials. In addition, the guide provides sample application forms, sample parent letters, driving range layout plans, and transparency masters. (LH)