BAI BAI Program Planning & Curriculum Development 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When evaluating student readiness to advance to the next skill level, a BAI instructor should primarily rely on:
- The amount of time the student has been enrolled
- Consistent demonstration of the prerequisite skill with proper form (Correct answer)
- Student self-reported confidence levels alone
- Peer evaluations from other students
Correct answer: Consistent demonstration of the prerequisite skill with proper form
Advancement should be based on consistent, observable demonstration of the prerequisite skill using correct technique.
Question 2: What is the recommended maximum student-to-instructor ratio for a beginner archery class on the range?
- 20:1
- 15:1
- 8:1 (Correct answer)
- 5:1
Correct answer: 8:1
An 8:1 student-to-instructor ratio is the recommended maximum for beginner archery classes to ensure adequate supervision and instruction.
Question 3: A BAI instructor wants to add an archery games component to motivate students. Which consideration is most important?
- Games must be competitive to be effective
- Games should reinforce proper form and safety habits, not undermine them (Correct answer)
- Games should replace formal instruction to keep sessions fun
- Games should only be used for advanced students
Correct answer: Games should reinforce proper form and safety habits, not undermine them
Any archery games or motivational activities must reinforce safe and correct shooting habits rather than creating shortcuts or bad technique.
Question 4: How often should a BAI instructor formally review and update their curriculum materials?
- Only when USA Archery mandates changes
- After every single session regardless of outcomes
- Annually or after significant feedback, program changes, or certification updates (Correct answer)
- Never, once a curriculum is developed it remains effective
Correct answer: Annually or after significant feedback, program changes, or certification updates
Curriculum should be reviewed at least annually and updated whenever significant feedback, participant needs, or USA Archery standards change.
Question 5: Which element is essential when planning an outdoor archery session to ensure program continuity?
- Reserving indoor backup space or having a rain-day plan (Correct answer)
- Canceling the session if weather is uncertain
- Ignoring weather since archery is an outdoor sport
- Shortening the session if weather deteriorates without notice
Correct answer: Reserving indoor backup space or having a rain-day plan
A contingency plan such as backup indoor space ensures the program can continue safely when outdoor conditions are unsuitable.
Question 6: Before a new archery program begins, a BAI instructor should distribute participant information packets that include:
- Equipment prices and vendor recommendations only
- Course schedule, safety rules, equipment requirements, and emergency procedures (Correct answer)
- Advanced shooting techniques to review before arrival
- Instructor biography and credentials only
Correct answer: Course schedule, safety rules, equipment requirements, and emergency procedures
Information packets should cover schedule, safety rules, equipment requirements, and emergency procedures so participants are fully prepared.
BAI BAI Program Planning & Curriculum Development 2
When evaluating student readiness to advance to the next skill level, a BAI instructor should primarily rely on: