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  • 1Department of Physical Performance, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, 0863 Oslo, Norway.

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Outsourcing swimming and lifesaving education in Norwegian primary schools can address a lack of qualified staff. Professional development and quality measurement are key to improving student swimming abilities.

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Area of Science:

  • Pedagogy
  • Physical Education
  • Aquatic Safety

Background:

  • Swimming and lifesaving education is a mandatory component of physical education in Norwegian primary schools, with defined learning objectives by grade four.
  • Recent assessments indicate that Norwegian pupils are not meeting expected swimming proficiency standards, prompting governmental initiatives to enhance swimming education.
  • A growing trend involves the utilization of external providers for delivering swimming education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the practices and implications of outsourcing swimming education in Norwegian primary schools.
  • To identify factors influencing the effectiveness of external providers in delivering swimming and lifesaving education.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted eighteen semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders: school leaders, physical education teachers, and swimming instructors involved in outsourcing arrangements.
  • Analyzed qualitative data thematically to identify key themes and practices related to the outsourcing of swimming education.
  • Investigated various organizational models for outsourcing, including private providers, municipal arrangements, and local swimming clubs.

Main Results:

  • Outsourcing swimming education can effectively address challenges faced by schools lacking personnel with adequate swimming expertise and experience.
  • Thematic analysis revealed specific practices and areas for improvement within outsourced swimming education programs.
  • Collaboration, professional development for teachers, and robust quality assessment strategies are crucial for enhancing the effectiveness of swimming education.

Conclusions:

  • Outsourcing swimming education presents a viable strategy for Norwegian schools to improve the quality and delivery of essential aquatic skills.
  • Implementing targeted teacher training, fostering inter-organizational collaboration, and establishing clear quality metrics are recommended for optimizing outsourced swimming education.
  • Further research into the long-term impact and best practices of swimming education outsourcing is warranted.