CCD Camp Program Development & Management 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which program planning model begins with identifying desired outcomes and then designing activities to achieve them?
- Activity-centered planning
- Backward design (Correct answer)
- Sequential scheduling
- Interest-based programming
Correct answer: Backward design
Backward design starts with the end goals in mind and works backward to create programming that achieves those outcomes.
Question 2: A camp director notices that older campers are disengaged during structured activities. The BEST response is to:
- Enforce participation in all scheduled programs
- Reduce the number of activity periods
- Incorporate camper leadership and choice into program design (Correct answer)
- Replace structured activities with free swim
Correct answer: Incorporate camper leadership and choice into program design
Incorporating camper leadership roles and activity choice addresses developmental needs of older youth and increases engagement.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of a program area risk management plan?
- To document equipment costs for budgeting
- To identify hazards and establish controls before activities occur (Correct answer)
- To assign blame after an incident occurs
- To satisfy accreditation paperwork requirements
Correct answer: To identify hazards and establish controls before activities occur
A program area risk management plan proactively identifies hazards and establishes controls to prevent incidents.
Question 4: The concept of 'flow' in camp programming refers to:
- Water-based activity scheduling
- The smooth transition between activities throughout the day (Correct answer)
- Camper skill progression from beginner to advanced
- The ratio of structured to unstructured time
Correct answer: The smooth transition between activities throughout the day
Flow in programming describes how activities connect and transition throughout the day to maintain energy and engagement.
Question 5: When designing inclusive programs for campers with disabilities, the FIRST step is to:
- Consult with parents about their child's capabilities
- Review the ADA and applicable state regulations
- Assess each camper's individual needs and abilities (Correct answer)
- Hire specialized staff for disability programming
Correct answer: Assess each camper's individual needs and abilities
Individual assessment of each camper's needs and abilities is the foundation for creating meaningful inclusive programming.
Question 6: A 'spike' program at camp is best described as:
- An emergency response drill
- A high-challenge activity requiring advanced skills
- A special event or culminating experience that breaks routine (Correct answer)
- A training session for senior staff
Correct answer: A special event or culminating experience that breaks routine
Spike programs are special high-energy events that create memorable experiences and break the normal camp routine.
Question 7: Which scheduling approach gives campers the greatest autonomy in their daily program experience?
- Color war scheduling
- Unit-based rotation
- Free-choice or elective scheduling (Correct answer)
- All-camp programming blocks
Correct answer: Free-choice or elective scheduling
Free-choice or elective scheduling allows campers to select their own activities based on personal interests and goals.
CCD Camp Program Development & Management 2
Which program planning model begins with identifying desired outcomes and then designing activities to achieve them?