INVESTIGATING WATER SAFETY EDUCATION IN CHINA: DISCOVERIES AND DIRECTION FOR GLOBAL IMPROVEMENT

Xia Wen, James D. Ressler

Abstract

This review aims to understand how Chinese pupils participate in physical activity in and around water, and determine best practices for administering water safety education programs in primary schools. A survey was distributed to capture descriptive statistics and prompted the preparation and implementation of water safety education programming. Findings from the survey and researcher notes indicate pupils in Chinese elementary schools are highly susceptible to accidents while in various aquatic physical activities. The article shares findings from data collected in China, presents best practices globally in water safety, and suggests processes for more formalized, intentional training in water safety education worldwide.

Pages: 143 - 148