BAI Program Planning & Curriculum Development Flashcards

When designing a beginner archery program for youth, which principle should guide session length?

Answer: Keep sessions under 90 minutes to maintain focus and prevent fatigue

Youth archery sessions should be kept under 90 minutes to sustain attention and prevent physical fatigue.

What is the primary purpose of establishing measurable learning objectives before a BAI archery course?

Answer: To provide a clear benchmark for assessing student progress and program success

Measurable learning objectives give instructors and students clear targets for evaluating skill development and program effectiveness.

Which sequencing approach is recommended when introducing archery skills to new students?

Answer: Introduce skills in a progression from simple to complex

A simple-to-complex progression builds foundational skills before introducing more advanced techniques.

A BAI instructor is planning a six-week beginner course. How should practice time be allocated within each session?

Answer: Majority of time to supervised hands-on shooting practice

Motor skill development in archery requires the majority of session time dedicated to supervised hands-on practice.

What should a BAI instructor include in a course outline to support students with varying learning rates?

Answer: Differentiated activities and extension tasks for faster and slower learners

Differentiated activities allow instructors to support all learners regardless of pace while keeping the group progressing together.

Which document should a BAI instructor prepare before each session to ensure consistent delivery?

Answer: A lesson plan outlining objectives, activities, timing, and materials

A lesson plan ensures the instructor has thought through objectives, activities, timing, and materials before the session begins.