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Direct linkThomson, James A.; Tolmie, Andrew K.; Foot, Hugh C.; Whelan, Kirstie M.; Sarvary, Penelope; Morrison, Sheila – Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied, 2005
The roadside crossing judgments of children aged 7, 9, and 11 years were assessed relative to controls before and after training with a computer-simulated traffic environment. Trained children crossed more quickly, and their estimated crossing times became better aligned with actual crossing times. They crossed more promptly, missed fewer safe…
Descriptors: Pedestrian Traffic, Children, Computer Simulation, Traffic Safety
Peer reviewedBudd, Julia M.; LaGrow, Steven J. – RE:view, 2000
A study investigated the efficacy of using the Buddy Road Kit, an interactive, wooden model, to teach environmental concepts to 4 children with visual impairments ages 7 to 11 years old. Results indicate the model was effective in teaching environmental concepts and traffic safety to the children involved. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Children, Physical Environment, Safety Education
