List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Develop lesson plans. | 1.1 Consider participant group characteristics and identify water safety and survival skills to be developed. 1.2 Assess participant readiness to acquire the relevant skills. 1.3 Determine instructional methods appropriate to the participant group. 1.4 Determine appropriate drills, activities or games for the participant group. 1.5 Develop and document lesson plans that incorporate key instructional information. |
2. Conduct lessons. | 2.1 Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements. 2.2 Provide clear and accurate instruction in drills, activities and/or games and confirm understanding. 2.3 Introduce participants to the water in an appropriate manner. 2.4 Demonstrate skills and techniques to participant group. 2.5 Observe and monitor participation and performance of each participant according to principles of movement in water and adjust as required. 2.6 Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support participants. 2.7 Modify lesson as required, according to participant needs and factors that affect skill development. 2.8 Respond to participants experiencing difficulties, and answer questions as required. 2.9 Use techniques to maintain group control. 2.10 Monitor time and complete drills, activities and games within allocated time. 2.11 Complete lesson documentation and progress notes. |
3. Review and adapt instruction. | 3.1 Request and respond to feedback from participants. 3.2 Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions. 3.3 Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement. 3.4 Implement modifications to future instruction in response to feedback and review of participant progress. |
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
instruct water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills to both children and adults according to legal, ethical and organisational requirements
develop and implement at least three lesson plans that individually or cumulatively incorporate the following water safety and survival skills and documents the teaching points, class formations, safety and equipment considerations:
entering and exiting the water
floating, sculling and treading water
using personal flotation devices (PFD)
recognising casualties
applying self-preservation techniques
non-swimming and swimming rescues
applying survival strokes
use the following drills during instruction:
survival strokes – sidestroke, survival backstroke, survival breaststroke
current accepted industry training
skill correction drills
modified games
use and modify the following instructional strategies for individuals and groups:
whole skill strategies
whole, progressive part, whole strategies
progressive part strategies
demonstration strategies
experiential or problem-solving strategies
command and response strategies
techniques to encourage the reluctant participant
reflect on the following key aspects of instruction
the lesson
teaching methods used
risk management
potential ways to enhance learning opportunities.
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
legal, ethical and organisational requirements and responsibilities for instruction:
work health and safety/occupational health and safety
working with children
duty of care/safe conduct of activities
best practice principles of aquatic activities
mandatory reporting
implications of negligence
waivers and exclusion clauses
insurance
anti-discrimination and equal opportunity
privacy and confidentiality
communication protocols
a recognised swimming teachers code of conduct
swimwear and personal protective equipment
accepted preventative practice adopted throughout the aquatic industry to minimise safety hazards or risks
culture of swimming and water safety
characteristics of the different participant groups:
age
stage of development
physical or intellectual characteristics
cultural and situational factors
principles of movement in water:
buoyancy
flotation
hydrostatic pressure
propulsion
lift
drag
turbulence
acceleration
resistance
balance and stability
factors which affect movement in water:
body alignment
balance
core power
principles of session planning to develop activity-specific plans:
expectations and aspirations of clients
numbers of clients
client background, experience and developmental stage
staff and financial resources
cultural and political influences
involvement and interest of parents
length and number of sessions
equipment, materials and provisions
precautions and other health and safety information
learning styles to enable the use of a variety of activities to cater for different client learning preferences:
auditory
kinaesthetic
visual
sensory
instructional methods and principles:
whole skill strategies
progressive part strategies
demonstration strategies
command and response strategies
experiential or problem-solving strategies
techniques to encourage the reluctant participant
principles of growth and development to select and sequence appropriate tasks and activities
conditions, factors and external influences that effect participant uptake of skill:
physical, intellectual and emotional characteristics
environmental conditions
other facility users
spectators
parents
other instructors
background noise and distractions
class size
water depth
available water space
use, maintenance and care of equipment, including:
flotation devices
reaching poles
ropes
group management techniques
communication techniques that support and encourage participants
cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques to enable initial response to emergencies as per Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
Skills must be demonstrated in:
a workplace or simulated aquatic facility or confined natural shallow water environment.
Assessment must ensure use of:
organisational policies and procedures appropriate to risk management
swimming instructional equipment:
flotation devices
ropes
reaching poles
pool safety equipment
participants to whom instruction is provided, these can be:
participants in a workplace, or
individuals who participate in project activities, role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, within a training organisation.
Assessment must ensure access to:
first aid facilities and equipment.
Assessment activities that allow the individual to:
develop and conduct lessons in industry required timeframes
respond to problems that typically arise in water safety and survival skills instruction.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors.