Communication and Motivation Strategies Flashcards

Which teaching method has students practice the whole skill, then a difficult part separately, then the whole skill again?

Answer: Whole-part-whole

Whole-part-whole lets learners grasp the full skill, isolate the weak element, and reintegrate it.

A student masters a skill faster than the rest of the class. The best way to keep them motivated is to:

Answer: Give an extension or slightly harder variation of the skill

Extension activities keep advanced learners challenged while the group continues.

Which word choice is most appropriate when cueing young children?

Answer: "Make your arms long like a rocket."

Simple, imaginative language helps young children understand and remember cues.

An instructor uses a whistle signal to get attention. What makes this most effective?

Answer: Teaching the signal and expected response at the start and using it consistently

Consistent, pre-taught attention signals allow quick, reliable group control.

Which factor most commonly undermines a student's motivation in swim lessons?

Answer: Repeated failure on tasks that are too difficult

Tasks beyond a learner's ability lead to repeated failure, frustration, and loss of motivation.

When a parent on deck keeps shouting instructions to their child during class, the instructor should:

Answer: Politely ask the parent to let the instructor lead and explain it helps the child focus

Respectfully setting boundaries with parents keeps a single clear voice for the child.

Using a student's name when giving feedback primarily helps to:

Answer: Get the student's attention and make feedback feel personal

Using names personalizes feedback, captures attention, and builds rapport.