COE COE Curriculum Design & Program Planning 2

Question 1

Which assessment method best measures skill acquisition during an outdoor education program?

Accepted Answer

Performance-based observation checklist

Answer

Performance-based observation directly measures whether participants can apply skills in context, which is the core goal of outdoor education.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'spike day' or 'solo' component in a wilderness education curriculum?

Accepted Answer

To provide participants independent reflection time that deepens self-awareness

Answer

Solo or spike periods are deliberate curriculum tools that foster introspection, self-reliance, and personal growth.

Question 3

When planning COE program goals, which framework helps ensure goals are actionable and measurable?

Accepted Answer

SMART goal framework

Answer

SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) make program objectives clear and evaluable.

Question 4

A COE educator notices that afternoon energy slumps reduce participant engagement. What curricular adjustment addresses this?

Accepted Answer

Schedule high-energy physical activities in the morning and reflective activities in the afternoon

Answer

Aligning activity intensity with participants' natural energy rhythms improves engagement and learning outcomes.

Question 5

What does 'transfer of learning' mean in the context of outdoor education curriculum design?

Accepted Answer

Applying skills and insights gained outdoors to everyday life contexts

Answer

Transfer of learning is when participants generalize outdoor experiences—like problem-solving or resilience—to their lives beyond the program.

COE - Certified Outdoor Educator Practice Test