CIP Program Development & Evaluation 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'formative evaluation' in interpretive program development?

Accepted Answer

Ongoing assessment during program development to refine content

Answer

Formative evaluation occurs during development and allows planners to adjust and improve the program before it is finalized.

Question 2

An interpreter uses a 'hook' at the beginning of a program. What is the primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

To capture audience attention and establish relevance

Answer

A hook at the program's start engages the audience immediately and makes the content personally relevant to them.

Question 3

Logic models are used in interpretive program planning primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Show the relationship between inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes

Answer

Logic models visually connect program resources and activities to expected short- and long-term outcomes.

Question 4

When evaluating interpretive programs, 'stewardship behaviors' as outcomes refer to:

Accepted Answer

Visitor actions that protect or support the resource

Answer

Stewardship behavioral outcomes measure whether visitors take protective or supportive actions toward the interpreted resource.

Question 5

A naturalist interprets wetland ecology to a school group. She uses a mud sample, magnifying glasses, and live insects. This demonstrates which program development principle?

Accepted Answer

Tangible, firsthand experience with the resource

Answer

Connecting audiences to tangible, real objects and firsthand experiences is a cornerstone of effective interpretation.

(CIP) Certified Interpretive Planner Practice Test

(CIP) Certified Interpretive Planner Practice Test

CIP Program Development & Evaluation 3