NATIONAL SAFE BOATING COUNCIL and NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF

NATIONAL SAFE BOATING COUNCIL and NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE BOATING LAW ADMINSTRATORS Boating Safety Instructor Course NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The course could be titled: Boating Safety Instructor Course – or – Teaching to the National Boating Education Standards NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

INTRODUCTIONS • NSBC and NASBLA • Why was this course developed? • Instructor introductions NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Student Prerequisites* • Instructor-candidate must: • Hold a current instructor level certification in a state or nationally recognized training program. • Have 40 hours or more teaching experience. • Have successfully completed a NASBLA approved basic boating course • Possess a high level of comprehension of the course content. * May be waived with NSBC approval. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Completion Requirements • Class Attendance • Lesson Plan (with three test questions) • Teaching Presentation • Teaching Evaluation • Final Examination (80%) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Additional Course Information • Exam - 65 questions • 50 questions on basic boating (from an official NASBLA test form) • 15 questions on administrative and instructor topics • Student Assignments • Classroom presentation • Written lesson plan with 3 questions • Classroom participation and involvement • Peer and teacher evaluation NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Qualities of a Good Instructor Discussion & List

Implementing Best Practices in Conducting a Boating Safety Course (Adapted RBFF Research Project) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Make Your Program the Best it Can Be! Developing a Boating Safety Program NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Best Practice A program or practice that has been clearly defined, refined through repeated delivery and evaluation, and supported by a substantial body of research. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Not a new program! Enhance (not replace) existing efforts. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Applies to all Boating Education Programs Process Based Content Based NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Planning — Best Practice Effective programs clearly define the “Educational Purpose, ” which includes the program’s mission, goals, and objectives, and assures that all are aligned with each other. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Planning — Best Practice Effective programs rely on experienced, well informed, prepared, and ethical staff. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Well informed & prepared staff Have clear understanding of agency goals and objectives Are provided ongoing professional development NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Planning — Best Practice Effective programs are inclusive of all audiences. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Building Delivery Systems – Best Practice Effective programs align curricula with national and state educational standards when appropriate NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Building Tools and Approaches – Best Practice Effective programs present accurate and balanced information, incorporating many different perspectives. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Building Tools and Approaches – Best Practice Effective programs clearly address safety and other regulations, and reduce real risks to everyone involved. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Building Tools and Approaches – Best Practice Effective programs empower learners teaching them “how to think” not “what to think. ” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Programs provide an opportunity to gain: • • • Awareness Knowledge Attitudes Skills Participation NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Building Tools and Approaches – Best Practice Effective programs use multiple teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Instructors are facilitators, not “transmitters. ” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Websites Best Practices Tools available from: www. RBFF-Education. org National Boating Educations Standards available from: www. NASBLA. org Boating Safety Instructor Training available from: www. Safe. Boating. Council. org NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Learning Styles There are 4 ways people learn • Visual (50%) • Listener/thinker (10%) • Feelers • Doers (90%) Dominant in 1 or 2 styles with the others supporting NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Factors that Affect Learning • Environment • Physical Characteristics • Attitude • Communications/information • Others NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Elements of Learning • There are 4 critical elements of learning that must be addressed to ensure that participants learn. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Elements of Learning 1. Motivation – – Establish rapport with students Set feeling or tone for lesson Set level of concern Set level of difficulty NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Elements of Learning 2. Reinforcement – Encourage correct modes of behavior and performance – Positive Reinforcement: reward good behavior – Negative Reinforcement: make bad behavior extinct NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Elements of Learning 3. Retention – Students must see meaning or purpose in information – Students must be able to interpret and apply information NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Elements of Learning 4. Transference – Ability to use information taught in a new setting • Association: Associate new info with • • • something already known Similarity: Info similar in framework or pattern to something already known Degree of Original Leaning: Student’s degree of original learning was high Critical Attribute Element: Info is beneficial or critical on the job NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA National Boating Education Standards NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

What is NASBLA? NASBLA is the acronym for the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators. The association represents the boating authorities of all 56 states and U. S. territories. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Background of the Standards • The standards were developed in the mid-90 s (updated in 2009) as a list of minimum content items that must be included in a boating safety course. • The standards served as a guide for state, non-profit and commercial providers to follow. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Standards • The standards are the minimum body of knowledge to effect safe, legal and enjoyable boating. • A minimum of a 6 -8 hour course. • The standards dictate the content, but they do not dictate the organization or sequence of the material. • Course providers are strongly encouraged to go beyond the content of the standards. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Objectives of NASBLA National Boating Education Standards • Encourage uniform safe boating practices from state to state. • Promote safe boating practices and procedures through approved boating education courses. • Increased awareness of boating safety practices that will lead to a decrease in boating accidents and fatalities. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Amendments to the Standards • Additions to the standards can be proposed at any time by individuals or organizations. • The Education Committee discusses the content of the addition and they decide whether or not the standards will be amended to include it. • Amendments take effect January 1 st NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS • 1 - The Boat • 2 - Boating Equipment • 3 - Trip Planning/ Preparation • 4 - Marine Environment • 5 - Safe Boat Operations • 6 - Emergency Preparedness NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS • 7 - Other Water Activities • 8 - Boating Education Practices • 9 - Course Format & Testing Requirements • Recommended Boating Safety Information NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 1 - The Boat Standard 1. 1 - Boat Capacities Boats built before 1972 or without a capacity plate – use the capacity equation (L x W) ÷ 15 NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 1 - The Boat Standard 1. 2 - Boat Registration Requirements Size and placement on a boat (diagram) HIN location NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 1 – Personal Flotation Device Types and Carriage List the advantages & disadvantages Include pictures of each (next slide) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

– Type I, Offshore • Including inflatables – Type II, Near-shore • Including inflatables – Type III, Flotation Aid • Including inflatables – Type IV, Throwable – Type V, Special Purpose • Including inflatables NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 2 - PFD Sizing and Availability Definition of “Readily Accessible” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 3 - Wearing PFDs Wear PFDs at all times Elaborate on the dangerous conditions Difficult to put one on in the water NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 4 - PFD Servicability Definition of “serviceable condition” Maintenance of inflatable PFDs NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 5 – Fire Extinguishers Types and sizes “Readily Accessible” P. A. S. S. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 6 - Back Fire Flame Control Device Cleaning and Maintenance NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 7 - Ventilation Systems Two types (Natural and Powered) Check Pictures for Accuracy Discuss gasoline vapors NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 8 - Navigation Lights Sunset to sunrise Restricted visibility NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 9 - Sound Signaling Must have ability to signal Types and uses NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 2 - Boating Equipment Standard 2. 10 – Visual Distress Signals Day Use Day / Night Use NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning &Preparation Standard 3. 1 – Checking Local Weather and Water Conditions Check weather and water conditions Describe dangerous conditions Importance with trip planning NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning & Preparation Standard 3. 2 – Checking Local Hazards Find out about local hazards Encourage boaters to check with locals Types of hazards tend to be state specific NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning & Preparation Standard 3. 3 – Filing a Float Plan Sample must be included Good example on USCG website NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning & Preparation Standard 3. 4 – Boat Preventive Maintenance Include information on through-hull fittings, motor, electrical system, and fuel system NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning &Preparation Standard 3. 5 – Transporting and Trailering Getting to the water can be just as dangerous as being on the water. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning & Preparation Standard 3. 6 – Fueling Procedures Sniff Test Use the blower at least 4 minutes NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 3 - Trip Planning & Preparation Standard 3. 7 - Pre-Departure Checklist & Passenger Communications Check list to make sure all items are covered NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 4 - Marine Environment Standard 4. 1 - Environmental Laws and Regulations State Regulations Check picture of placard Waste Mgt Plans Aquatic Nuisance Species Littering Laws NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 4 - Marine Environment Standard 4. 2 - Human Waste Disposal Marine Sanitation Device Identify No Discharge Zones Pumpout Station Locations NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 4 - Marine Environment Standard 4. 3 - Disposal of Toxic Substances Fuel, Oil, Cleaning Products, etc. Prevention procedures Fines NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5 - Safe Boat Operation Standard 5. 1 – Operator Responsibilities Check list to make sure that all the items are covered. Homeland Security Measures NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5 - Safe Boat Operation Standard 5. 2 - Influence of Drugs and Alcohol on Boat Operation Boating and Alcohol/Drugs don’t mix! NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5 - Safe Boat Operation Standard 5. 3 - Navigation Rules of the Road Get a copy of the USCG Navigation Rules publication NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 3 - Navigation Rules of the Road • Nav Rules must be covered thoroughly. • They must be explained as well as quoted. • Graphics must accurately depict the Rules. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 3 - Navigation Rules of the Road • General Rules apply to all boats • Steering Rules apply between two boats. • This course covers Inland Rules for power -driven boats; others (International; Great Lakes and Western Rivers) may need to be taught. ” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 3. 1 – Rule of Responsibility (Rule 2) You must follow the Rules at all times. Some dangers or special circumstances may require you to depart from the Rules in order to avoid immediate danger. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5. 3. 2 - Proper look-out (Rule 5) You must keep a proper look-out at all times Use sight, hearing and radar (if you have it) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5. 3. 3 - Safe Speed (Rule 6) You must maintain a safe speed depending on the conditions: -visibility -wind, sea, current -traffic density -depth of water -night time -maneuverability of vessel NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 5. 3. 4 - Collision avoidance rules How to determine if risk of a collision exists How to avoid a collision NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Collision avoidance rules Risk of Collision (Rule 7) “Constant bearing, range decreasing” Same direction, getting closer First Sighting 350° 20 seconds later 350° NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Collision avoidance rules Action to Avoid Collision (Rule 8) – Action (turn, slow down, stop) must be made early enough and big enough for the other vessel to notice and understand your intentions NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Collision avoidance rules Give-Way Vessel (Rule 16) – Any vessel told to keep out of the way must take early and large action to stay well clear of the Stand-on (other) vessel Stand-On Vessel (Rule 17) – MUST, at first, keep course and speed; – MAY take avoiding action if give-way vessel’s inaction causes concern; – MUST take avoiding action if both vessels get very close. ” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Overtaking (Rule 13) When one boat approaches another, within the arc between 4 o’clock and 8 o’clock behind the slower boat, the boat at the front is the stand on boat and the other boat gives way by going around to either side. TOOT GIVE-WAY TOOT OR STAND-ON TOOT NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course TOOT

Head-On Situation (Rule 14) Two power-driven boats meeting head-on must each turn to the right, and pass at a safe distance. In case of doubt, assume it is a head-on situation. TOOT GIVE-WAY TOOT NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Crossing Situation (Rule 15) Two power-driven boats are approaching (not head-on): the boat on the left gives way, and must not pass ahead; the boat on the right stands on TOOT STAND-ON TOOT GIVE-WAY Early, Large Action, Stay Well Clear NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Collision avoidance rules Responsibilities between vessels (Rule 18) • Except in the overtaking situation, powerdriven boats give way to sailing boats, which stand on. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 3. 5 – Restricted visibility (Rule 19) Proceed at safe speed - cautiously and appropriately for the conditions Use navigation lights and fog signals NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 3. 6 - Disclaimer Must be included exactly as written in the standards NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 4 - Aids to Navigation Lateral System: Red = Nun Green = Can “Red, Right, Returning” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 4 - Aids to Navigation Regulatory Markers: Diamond = Danger Diamond with cross = Keep out Circle = Control messages Square = Information NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 5 – Docking & Mooring Type and Size of Boat Wind, current, water conditions NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 6 – Anchoring Type of anchors and uses How to anchor Emergency situations No Stern Anchoring NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 7 - Carbon Monoxide Open or closed areas Symptoms & dangers Avoidance practices Dangers of teak-surfing NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 5. 8 – Propeller Intervention & Awareness Dangers and unsafe activities Turn off engine when people in water Equipment NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 6 - Emergency Preparedness Standard 6. 1 - Rendering Assistance A boater must help another in distress as long as doing so will not put the boater, passengers, or boat at risk of harm. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 6. 2 – Capsizing/Falls Overboard Don’t overload the boat Wear a PFD Reach, Throw, Row, Go NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 6. 3 – Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia Prevention Four stages: -Initial Reaction -Short Term/Swim Failure -Long Term/Hypothermia -Post-Rescue Collapse NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 6. 4 - Fire Emergency Preparedness Also see standard 2. 5 NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 6. 5 - Running Aground Prevention and Response Prevent by using maps, signs, local information NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 7 - Other Water Activities Standard 7. 1 - Personal Watercraft and other Jet Propelled Watercraft Steering & Stopping Lanyard/cut-offs Stability Reboarding NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 7. 2 - Water Skiing, Towed Devices and Wake Sports Include forces generated, trajectory, diagram of hand signals, etc NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 7. 3 - Diving & Snorkeling Include diagram of flags NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 7. 4 - Hunting & Fishing Hunters and Anglers often do not realize they are boaters and don’t obey boating rules. Wear a life jacket!! NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 7. 5 – Paddlesports and Small Boats Wear a PFD & being prepared to get wet Maintain 3 points of contact and stay low Keep weight centered & balance load Never paddle or boat alone NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8 - State-Specific Boating Education Practices Standard 8. 1 - Continuing Education Encourage the student to take additional courses and to stay informed of changes in boating safety requirements. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8 - State-Specific Boating Education Practices A course provider can not just link to this information. It must be included in the course. States may choose to write this information and give it to the course provider or they can have the course provider write it. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 1 - registration and titling requirements such as number of years valid, expiration date, decal placement 8. 2. 2 - laws requiring PFD use by children, certain types of boats, and PWC and skier use, others being towed NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 3 - add’l equipment requirements such as anchor, lanyard, bailing devices, visual distress signals 8. 2. 4 - mufflers and noise levels NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 5 - requirements for waste discharge, no discharge zones, litter laws 8. 2. 6 - special requirements for mandatory education, licensing, rental operation, and proficiency test certifications NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 7 - age/horsepower restrictions and adult supervision requirements for children 8. 2. 8 - laws further defining careless, reckless, unsafe and negligent operations (becoming airborne, too close to skier) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 9 - boat speed limits and operation in zoned and restricted areas 8. 2. 10 - laws on operating under the influence of drugs and alcohol such as implied consent and BAC NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 11 - law enforcement authority and boater responsibility to comply 8. 2. 12 - boat accident reporting requirements NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 8. 2. 13 - a state approved boating accident report form or U. S. Coast Guard form 8. 2. 14 - other laws or regulations as required by the state approving authority NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS 9 - Boating Education Practices Standard 9. 1 - Boating Operator Knowledge Course Formats • Classroom instruction • Distance learning/Internet-based • Self-study NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 9. 2 – Boat Operator Knowledge Examinations • 9. 2. 1 – Well-designed and comprehensive in covering NASBLA standards Can use the NASBLA Test Forms or write your own test form NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 9. 2 – Boat Operator Knowledge Examinations • 9. 2. 2 – Maintain exam integrity Exam Integrity Plan – Appendix C NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 9. 2 – Boat Operator Knowledge Examinations • 9. 2. 3 – Writing a well-designed, comprehensive exam (exam construction) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Standard 9. 2 – Boat Operator Knowledge Examinations • Testing Standard 1 – Appendix D • Testing Standard 2 – Appendix E • Testing Standard 3 – Appendix F NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA STANDARDS Recommended Boating Safety Information R 1 – Boat Types and Uses R 2 – Boating Terms R 3 – Boat Theft Prevention R 4 – Communication Procedures NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The NASBLA Boating Safety Course-Approval Process NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Course Approval Process 1. Course is sent to NASBLA for review of 2. 3. Standards 1 -7 and 9. If course meets standards, course is sent to state(s) for review of standard 8. If course meets standards, approval letter is sent from NASBLA. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Education Standards Checklist • Each standard must be addressed in the course and the page number(s) where the standard is (are) addressed should be listed on this document. THE BOAT Standard 1. 1 - Boat Capacities The course will describe how to determine acceptable loading based on locating and determining a boat’s gross load capacity (total weight and # persons) from the boat capacity plate and horsepower recommendations. Where standard is addressed: Page 9 Reviewer comments: Meets standard? NSBC and NASBLA reviewer: Y or N Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Course Textbook • It can not restate the standards! • It should use more details than what is mentioned in the standards and explain why this information is important in a systematic approach. • Using a real-life example of a standard will also help explain the rationale for the standard. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Example: Standard 6. 3 - Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia BAD EXAMPLE: (Direct from the standard) GOOD EXAMPLE: (Rewords & explains standard) “When a person is initially “There are many immersed in cold water, the physiological person may have trouble impacts related to breathing and will begin being immersed shivering intensely. Mental in cold water. ” confusion and loss of coordination will soon set in. ” NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Course Textbook • People learn best with visual examples that explain new concepts. • Include diagrams, graphics, and/or photographs • Include appropriate labels to explain their relationship to the text. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Example: Standard 6. 3 - Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia BAD EXAMPLE: No diagram or An unlabeled and unexplained diagram GOOD EXAMPLE: The Heat Escape Lessening Position (H. E. L. P. ) protects the areas of the body most prone to heat loss. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA Testing Standards • Testing Standard 1 states that each examination should be compiled using professional testing procedures. • The following 16 specific items are listed in the standards. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

1 - Each question in the examination will be a grammatically correct four-option multiple-choice statement composed of a question (premise); a key (correct alternative); and three distractors (incorrect alternatives). Premise – States the question or problem Where are boat registration numbers displayed? Alternatives (Options) a. transom. Distractors – Incorrect alternatives b. mast. c. stern. Key – Correct alternative d. bow. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

2 - Each question must be a complete sentence. Incorrect Example: • The leading cause of boating fatalities is Correct Example: • What is the leading cause of boating fatalities? NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

3 - A question that states an opinion of an author or source, rather than reflecting a fact or principle, should use the statement, “According to. . ” Example: • According to the United States Coast Guard Boating Statistics, what is the leading cause of recreational boating fatalities? NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

4 - The alternatives should be in a logical order if one exists. Alternatives beginning with the same words should follow each other. • Which is classified as a throwable type of USCG-approved PFD? Don’t do this: a. Type IV b. Type II c. Type I d. Type III Instead, try this: a. Type I b. Type II c. Type III d. Type IV NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

5 - Each alternative answer should be a grammatical and logical reply to the question asked. • What is the preferred type of dock line? Don’t do this: a. Nylon b. Jump rope c. Horse hair d. Phone cords Instead, try this: a. Nylon b. Dacron c. Braided core d. Polyurethane NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

6 - Avoid overlapping alternatives. • What type of boat is required to carry one USCG approved wearable PFD for each person onboard and one throwable PFD? a. b. c. d. boats 16 feet and under in length. boats 16 feet and over in length. canoes, kayaks and rowboats. sailboats and motorboats. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

7 - Alternatives should NOT utilize distractors such as “all of the above”, “none of the above”, “a and b”, or “(1) or (2)”. • What is the best type of PFD for a toddler? a. b. c. d. Type I only Type II only A and B None of the above NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

8 - When possible, avoid developing questions using negative words, i. e. : no, not, never. Also, NEVER use double negatives. • When is a USCG-approved PFD considered not serviceable? NO! • What is the USCG-approved meaning of “serviceable condition”? NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course YES!

9 - Avoid repeating information in the alternatives that can be included in the question. • What type of fire extinguisher is for use on a class “A” fire? Don’t do this: Instead, try this: a. a chemical fire. b. an electrical fire. c. a wood fire d. a gasoline fire. a. chemical b. electrical c. wood d. gasoline NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

10 - Alternatives should NOT be distinguishable from the correct alternative based on sentence length. • Which of the following statements are true about the flare type visual distress signals? a. must be hand-held. b. are required on all boats. c. do not expire. d. are required on all boats operating on the Great Lakes and coastal waters. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

11 - Do NOT use abbreviations such as lbs. , in. , ft. , etc. except in drawings. The goal is to measure knowledge of the topic, not the ability to discern abbreviations. • What is the most important consideration when selecting personal flotation devices for a 19 -ft. family-use runabout? NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

12 - In questions involving time, all times should be specified as either a. m. or p. m. (lower case with periods). • When are recreational boats required to display navigational lights? a. between sunset and sunrise. b. between 6 p. m. and 6 a. m. c. only when other boats are present. d. only when there is no bright moon. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

13 - Each test question must be referenced with a NASBLA Standard and Recognized Reference. See Appendix E for the chart to fill out. It looks like this: Test Question Standard NASBLA Recognized # Reference and Page # Course Manual Page/ Web Page # Answer Key Example 1. 2 Page 9 D Chapman page 12 1 2 NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

14 - The examination should include clearly written directions to the candidates on how to respond to the questions. • The directions should be grammatically correct. • The directions should include the passing score required for the test. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

15 - The correct alternatives for the exam questions should be equally distributed (or as nearly so as possible) among each of the alternatives. Out of all the answers: • 25% should be alternative A • 25% should be alternative B • 25% should be alternative C • 25% should be alternative D NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

16 - There should be no more than three questions in a row with the same key (correct alternative). Answer Key: 1. B 2. C 3. C 4. C 5. C NO! 6. A NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Course Exam • A course provider doesn’t have to write their own exam. They may use one of the five NASBLA Test Forms (A-E), which are already written in correct test writing format. • In order to obtain a copy, the course provider will need to contact the NASBLA Education Director and sign a release form. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

The Exam Plan • A certain percentage of questions must cover each of the standards in order for the test to be approved. Number of Questions Required Standard Test Questions that apply to this standard 5% (2 -3) 10% (5) 1. The Boat 15% (7 -8) 20% (10) 25% (13 -14) 2. Boating Equipment 10% (5) 15% (7 -8) 20% (10) 3. Trip Planning & Preparation NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

NASBLA Approval • NASBLA issues the approval letter only after the course meets all of the standards. • All approved courses are listed on the NASBLA website. • A course is good for 3 years and must be reapproved by December 31 st of its 3 rd year to continue to be used. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Test Question Practice Based on the NASBLA Test Writing Standards, what is wrong with the following question and answer choices? The capitol of the U. S. is ______. A. New York B. Boston C. Washington, D. C. D. George Bush NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Part of your assignment will be to write three test questions based on the topic that you are assigned. Do you have any other questions about test writing? NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Lesson Plan Outline • Write an outline of the course • List topic to be taught • Include list of facts to include while teaching • Describe activities and materials needed NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Homework Assignment After choosing a NASBLA Standard, write a 10 -12 minute lesson plan on the topic with 3 test questions. Tomorrow, you will present your lesson and test questions to the class and turn in the lesson plan and test questions. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

10 -12 Minute Presentation • Include brief introduction & conclusion • Explain topic in terms of NASBLA standards • Include appropriate demonstrations • You will be timed and filmed NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

What are the qualities of a good presenter/instructor? (Discussion) NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

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Mandatory Boating Education In 2000, there were only 17 states with some type of mandatory education. Just look at how much has been accomplished since then… NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

47 States Require some type of Mandatory Education DC AS GU CM PWCs Only (Certain Ages or Rentals Only) PR VI Certain Ages Only (Usually teens only) Born-on or after date Short-Term Phase-In & May Require Operator’s License No Education Requirements Note that each state has unique requirements that may impact different age operators. As of March 1, 2008

Of these 47 states… • 20 states/territories target only teens or children for mandatory education • 18 states/territories created a born on or after date for mandatory education • 9 states/territories include everyone or will include everyone after a phase-in period for mandatory education NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course

Uniformity of State Boating Laws • It is NASBLA’s hope and goal that, over time, the state boating laws will become more uniform so that there is a seamless transition for boaters traveling from one state to another. NSBC and NASBLA Boating Safety Instructor Course