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Recreation Program Planning Flashcards

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  1. Which program planning model emphasizes starting with community needs assessment before setting program goals?

    Answer: The Traditional Rational Planning Model

    The Traditional Rational Planning Model begins with needs assessment to identify gaps before establishing goals and designing programs.

  2. A recreation programmer is designing a summer camp for youth with autism spectrum disorder. Which scheduling strategy is MOST important to implement?

    Answer: Maintaining consistent daily routines and predictable transitions

    Consistent routines and predictable transitions reduce anxiety and support participation for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

  3. When applying the 'bundling' strategy in recreation program delivery, what is the primary goal?

    Answer: Packaging complementary services together to enhance participant value

    Bundling packages complementary services or programs together to create greater perceived value and encourage broader participation.

  4. What does the term 'program attrition' refer to in recreation management?

    Answer: The rate at which registered participants drop out before program completion

    Program attrition measures how many registered participants fail to complete a program, which affects revenue and resource planning.

  5. A park and recreation department wants to improve program equity. Which action BEST demonstrates an equity-focused approach?

    Answer: Conducting a geographic analysis to identify underserved neighborhoods and targeting outreach there

    Identifying underserved geographic areas and directing targeted outreach addresses systemic disparities in access and participation.

  6. In recreation program lifecycle theory, which stage is characterized by declining enrollment and reduced revenue?

    Answer: Saturation/Decline

    During the saturation or decline stage, enrollment falls as the program loses novelty and competition or changing interests reduce demand.

  7. Which type of program format requires the LEAST amount of ongoing staff supervision once participants are engaged?

    Answer: Drop-in/open recreation

    Drop-in or open recreation formats are self-directed, allowing participants to engage independently with minimal structured staff interaction.