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level:
3
credit:
8
planned review date:
June 2009
sub-field:
Snowsport
purpose:
People credited with this unit standard are able to: plan a
snowsport lesson using basic instruction techniques for a
group of children based on a New Zealand Snowsports
Instructors Alliance (NZSIA) progression; teach the
snowsport lesson to a group of children; and maintain group
and individual safety during the lesson.
This unit standard may be of interest to people working
towards their alpine, telemark, or snowboarding instructor
qualifications.
entry information:
Prerequisite: Unit 4587, Instruct beginner snowsport, or
demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
accreditation option:
Evaluation of documentation and visit by NZQA and industry.
moderation option:
A centrally established and directed national moderation
system has been set up by Sport, Fitness and Recreation
Industry Training Organisation.
special notes:
1
For the purposes of this unit standard snowsport refers
to alpine skiing, telemark skiing, or snowboarding.
Assessment is required for a minimum of one of these
disciplines.
2
A group of children is a minimum of three children of
any age up to age 12. For assessment of this unit
standard the group may be comprised of children from
the same age group or from different age groups.
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3
For definitions and explanations of the terms
movements, learning styles, and stance refer to the
following instruction manuals published by the NZSIA.
Bridget Rayward (principal author), NZSIA Stage 1 and
2 Instruction Manual (Christchurch: Rainbow Print,
2005); Jim Hart (principal author), NZSIA Snowboard
Stage 1 and 2 Instruction Manual (Christchurch:
Rainbow Print, 2005); and Jef Desbecker (principal
author), NZSIA Telemark Instruction Manual,
(Christchurch: Rainbow Print, 2000); available from
New Zealand Snowsport Instructors Alliance, PO Box
2283, Wakatipu, website http://www.nzsia.net.
4
The Snow Safety Code assumes that there is risk
inherent in snowsport, and that individuals must take
responsibility for their behaviour in order to minimise
that risk to themselves and to others. The code (in its
various forms) is promoted within all snowsport areas
and is enforced, where necessary, by patrollers and
snowsport area management. For more information on
the Snow Safety Code promoted by the Ski Areas
Association of New Zealand, contact the New Zealand
Snowsports Council, PO Box 27501, Wellington.
5
There are minimum assessor requirements for
assessment against this unit standard. The details of
these requirements are available on the Sfrito website
http://www.sfrito.org.nz/.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
element 1
Plan a snowsport lesson using basic instruction techniques for a group of children based
on an NZSIA progression.
performance criteria
1.1
Rapport is established with the children and their caregivers to establish safe
and clear parameters for the lesson.
Range:
1.2
Each child's needs are taken into account and mutually agreed goals are
established for the lesson.
Range:
1.3
factors relating to needs may include but are not limited to – skill
level, physical stage of development, terrain suitability, the
standard of the equipment being used.
Teaching terrain and access lifts selected, are appropriate for the size of the
group, skill levels, and the development of the lesson.
Range:
1.5
may include but is not limited to – physical needs, emotional
needs, cultural needs, child’s and/or caregivers expectations.
A lesson plan is designed, that is relevant to each child's movement pattern,
needs, and age.
Range:
1.4
parameters may include – pick up time and location.
terrain selection takes into account but is not limited to – terrain
angle, snow conditions, weather, visibility, hazards;
lifts may include but are not limited to – chair lifts, magic carpets,
T-bars, pomas.
Play and adventure are included to support the lesson plan.
Range:
play and adventure may include but are not limited to – games,
terrain trails, group activities.
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element 2
Teach the snowsport lesson to a group of children.
performance criteria
2.1
Information is presented in a fun and simple manner that is appropriate to the
needs of the children (teaching method).
Range:
needs may include but are not limited to – learning styles, physical
stage of development, emotional needs, psychological needs,
cultural needs, skill level, age.
2.2
Guided practice time is allowed for with clear boundaries and time-frames.
2.3
Checks for understanding, are made with the children are made on an ongoing
basis throughout the lesson, and language or teaching techniques are adapted
to ensure understanding (if required).
2.4
Enthusiasm and enjoyment for the sport and the mountain environment are
projected and communicated throughout the lesson.
2.5
The lesson is summarised and feedback is given in a manner that matches the
needs of each child and their caregiver.
Range:
feedback may include but is not limited to – verbal, visual,
kinaesthetic;
needs may include but are not limited to – learning style, physical
stage of development, emotional needs, psychological needs,
cultural needs, skill level, age;
summary may include but is not limited to – suitable practice
terrain, suitable focuses for practice, safety issues, skill level,
planning for future development.
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element 3
Maintain group and individual safety during the lesson.
performance criteria
3.1
Each child’s physical condition, clothing, equipment, and equipment fit is
evaluated.
Range:
3.2
Group and individual safety is promoted throughout the lesson.
Range:
3.3
physical condition may include but is not limited to – healthy,
rested, medical needs, hydrated, fed, toileted;
clothing includes but is not limited to – appropriate layers, gloves,
hat, eye protection, sunscreen;
equipment may include but is not limited to – brakes, leashes,
bindings, boots, helmet, wrist guards.
includes but is not limited to – acting as a role model; explanation
of all signs, ropes and hazards; prioritising the theme of safety
awareness; making children aware of other snow users, safe
places to stop, safe practices when moving as a group,
designated meeting areas, using buddy systems.
Safe procedures are presented to the group and maintained when riding
snowsport area lifts, taking into account the children’s needs and in accordance
with snowsport area policies.
Range:
safe procedures must include but are not limited to – preparation
procedure, loading, unloading, safety bars, meeting place, safe
practices whilst riding the lift, reviewing every new lift, check for
loose clothing, communication with the lift operators, encouraging
questions;
children’s needs may be based on, but are not limited to – age,
emotional state, skill level, experience level.
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3.4
Terrain, lifts and speed are selected that are appropriate for all children in the
group.
Range:
3.5
Strategies for managing a group of children in the event of an accident and
emergency during a lesson are described in accordance with snowsport area
policy and procedures.
Range:
3.6
may include but is not limited to – contacting patrol, supervisor or
management; not moving the child where appropriate; keeping the
child warm, comfortable and reassured; managing the rest of the
group; managing the accident area; full reporting to the parents or
caregivers and supervisors.
Respect and awareness for the individual is demonstrated and monitored
throughout the lesson.
Range:
3.7
terrain includes but is not limited to – suitable for the ability of all
the students in the class, slope traffic, snow conditions;
speed includes but is not limited to – the level of skill of the
students, the size of the class, surrounding hazards.
respect may include but is not limited to – obtaining permission for
physical contact, avoiding bias, avoiding patronising comments;
awareness may include but is not limited to – awareness of their
toileting needs, response to extreme temperatures, anxiety,
energy level.
The group is led in adhering to the Snow Safety Code and is handled according
to this code.
Range:
includes but is not limited to – using a spotter when jumping,
stopping the group on the side of a run and with full visibility of
uphill snow users, making sure all members look up the hill before
they take off to ensure a clear pathway, making sure the class skis
or rides at a controlled speed.
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Comments on this unit standard
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Please Note
Providers must be accredited by the Qualifications Authority or a delegated interinstitutional body before they can register credits from assessment against unit standards
or deliver courses of study leading to that assessment.
Industry Training Organisations must be accredited by the Qualifications Authority before
they can register credits from assessment against unit standards.
Accredited providers and Industry Training Organisations assessing against unit standards
must engage with the moderation system that applies to those standards.
Accreditation requirements and an outline of the moderation system that applies to this
standard are outlined in the Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP). The
AMAP also includes useful information about special requirements for providers wishing to
develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors and
assessors, and special resource requirements.
This unit standard is covered by AMAP 0050 which can be accessed at
http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/site/framework/search.html.
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