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Apply advanced teaching and group
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snowsport
level:
5
credit:
10
planned review date:
June 2009
sub-field:
Snowsport
purpose:
People credited with this unit standard are able to: apply the
New Zealand Snowsports Instructors Alliance (NZSIA)
teaching model framework for snowsport group instruction;
demonstrate knowledge of and identify different learning
styles for snowsport group instruction; demonstrate and
apply knowledge of a variety of teaching styles for snowsport
group instruction; and demonstrate a variety of group
handling techniques when instructing snowsport.
This unit standard may be of interest to people working
towards their alpine, telemark or snowboarding instructor
qualifications.
entry information:
Recommended: NZSIA Stage One Instructor qualification, 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 is a minimum of three students.
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For definitions and explanations of terms steps of the
teaching model, teaching styles, and learning styles
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
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/.
5
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.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
element 1
Apply the NZSIA teaching model framework for snowsport group instruction.
performance criteria
1.1
All steps of the teaching model are covered in the instruction and a justification
provided for the use of each step.
Range:
the steps include – introduction, student assessment, goal setting,
lesson planning, presentation of information, guided practice,
checking for understanding, summary.
1.2
Each step of the teaching model is executed to fit within the time-frame of the
lesson.
1.3
An ability to rotate through steps within the teaching model is demonstrated.
Range:
steps include but are not limited to – presenting information,
guided practice, checking for understanding.
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element 2
Demonstrate knowledge of and identify different learning styles for snowsport group
instruction.
performance criteria
2.1
Different learning styles are described in terms of how people receive and
process information, factors that can impact the ability to learn, and the
implications of different styles for snowsport instruction.
Range:
2.2
learning styles include but are not limited to – visual, auditory,
kinaesthetic;
how people process information includes but is not limited to –
thinking, feeling, doing, watching;
factors may include but are not limited to – physical capabilities,
skill levels, anxiety levels, energy levels, emotional needs, student
expectations, past learning experiences.
The learning styles within the group are identified.
element 3
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of a variety of teaching styles for snowsport group
instruction.
performance criteria
3.1
Different teaching styles are described and examples given of when and how
they can be applied for effective instruction.
Range:
teaching styles must include but are not limited to – command,
task, guided discovery, problem solving, reciprocal.
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3.2
Instruction includes at least three different teaching styles and is appropriate to
the specific needs of the group and lesson.
Range:
teaching styles may include but are not limited to – command,
task, guided discovery, problem solving, reciprocal;
factors affecting the needs of the group may include but are not
limited to – the information being given, the size of the group,
goals of the group, weather and snow conditions, anxiety level,
energy level, skill level, physical ability, learning styles.
3.3
Understanding is demonstrated of how the responsibility of learning changes,
between the student and instructor, depending on the teaching styles used.
3.4
Teaching methods used to present information, are appropriate to the learning
styles of the students and are adjusted to maximise their learning.
Range:
3.5
methods to present information may include but are not limited to
– creating situations, tasks and exercises to encourage thinking,
feeling, doing or watching.
Feedback is obtained from the student on the effectiveness of teaching styles
used.
element 4
Demonstrate a variety of group handling techniques when instructing snowsport.
performance criteria
4.1
Effective group management skills are demonstrated to maintain group
coherence during the lesson.
Range:
group management skills may include but are not limited to –
establishing and managing boundaries, adjusting group size and
mix; as relevant to the activity, environment and group well-being.
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4.2
A variety of strategies are used when handling the group to facilitate interest,
motivation, and learning.
Range:
4.3
Group management strategies consider make-up of participant group.
Range:
4.4
safe practices when stopping together include but are not limited
to – stopping below the members of the group, controlling speed,
selecting a clear path that is not orientated straight at the group,
stopping as a tight group;
factors to consider when choosing an area to stop include but are
not limited to – choosing areas that are clearly visible to other
snow users when standing or seated, to the side of the trail, on top
of rolls; avoiding areas with hazards such as terrain parks, high
traffic areas, or any areas where machinery is operating.
The group is instructed on safe practices when moving together as a group.
Range:
4.6
experience, activity type, group size, weather and environment.
The group is instructed on safe practices, when stopping together and when
choosing an area to stop.
Range:
4.5
strategies may include but are not limited to – group interaction,
individual activities, pairing, task focussed activities.
may include but is not limited to – adequate space between
people, travelling at similar speeds, following a similar path to
avoid collisions.
The group is led in adhering to the Snow Safety Code and 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
Please contact the Sport, Fitness and Recreation Industry Training Organisation
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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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