Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Practice Exam

When should a DVD be utilized in swimming lessons?

1. For teaching advanced swimmers

2. As a teaching aid for levels 5 or 6 students

3. To review safety protocols

4. Only during competition preparation

The correct answer is: As a teaching aid for levels 5 or 6 students

Using a DVD as a teaching aid for levels 5 or 6 students is appropriate because at this stage, swimmers are often ready to learn more complex techniques and refine their skills. Visual aids like DVDs can enhance understanding by providing students with clear demonstrations of advanced techniques, stroke mechanics, and transitions. This visual representation can help clarify concepts that may be difficult to grasp through verbal instruction alone. For advanced swimmers, while they may benefit from instructional aids, the emphasis is typically on individualized coaching and hands-on practice, making DVDs less central to their learning process. For reviewing safety protocols, in-person demonstrations and discussions tend to be more effective in engaging students and addressing any specific questions or concerns. Lastly, during competition preparation, focus is often on practice and strategy rather than on the instructional nature of a DVD, which again would be less applicable at this critical time when detailed feedback and direct coaching take precedence.