In the good old days, we built driver’s ed by gathering around a table, hashing things out—idea by idea, law by law.
That spirit of collaboration built strong systems and shared standards. But now, things move faster. Expectations are higher. And instructors deserve better tools.
Why This Project Exists
Street Law Open Drive started from a mix of panic, frustration, and purpose.
After seeing instructors stuck with outdated books, rigid scripts, and overpriced corporate materials, we decided:
We can build something better—together.
This project is powered by belief:
- That instructors deserve curriculum that empowers, not limits
- That students deserve more thinking, less memorizing
- That professional-grade tools should be free and open
- That the traffic safety community is strongest when we share
What Makes It Different
This isn’t just a slideshow.
It’s a fully built, fully aligned, open-source curriculum designed for real instructors in real classrooms:
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15-day / 30-hour format
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Based on RCWs, WACs, and WA DOL standards
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Filled with Cinematic animation-inspired design visuals, voiceovers, and real-world prompts
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Adaptable for in-person, online, or future self-paced use
It blends old-school wisdom with new-school delivery. It’s what we wish we had years ago.
Who It’s For
This curriculum is for:
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Instructors who want freedom and flexibility
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Schools that want to save money without sacrificing quality
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Programs that need structure, style, and soul
Whether you’re teaching from a classroom, a Chromebook, or a community library—you’re in the right place.
What’s Ahead
Open Drive is still growing—and always will be.
We’re building:
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AI-powered voice narration
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Instructor training kits
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Student engagement modules
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More input from teachers like you
The core will stay the same: