Question 1

Which answer is NOT part of the components of the program hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Inputs in a logic model might include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Inputs in a logic model refer to the resources, materials, and support that go into a program. Case management services are considered an intervention or activity, not an input. Establishing ties to community resources, developing financial management skills, and learning job skills are more aligned with activities or outcomes rather than inputs.

Question 3

Which of the answers below is NOT a part of a mission statement?

Accepted Answer

A mission statement typically includes the organization's purpose, values, and vision, but not a detailed description of its programs.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

The Vision Statement is a broad declaration of an organization's long-term aspirations, not something that is accomplished by achieving specific goals and objectives. Goals and objectives are steps towards realizing the vision, but the vision itself is more about the overarching purpose and direction of the organization.

Question 5

Which of the statements below is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

Goals are typically established by higher-level management or leadership within an organization, rather than by staff members who work directly with clients. This ensures that the goals align with the broader mission and strategic direction of the agency or organization.

Question 6

Which of the following statements does NOT describe a goals statement?

Accepted Answer

A goals statement is generally broader and less specific than what is described in option C. It outlines the intended outcomes or directions rather than detailing the specific operations of a program.

Question 7

Which of the following statements does NOT help describe an effectiveness-based program?

Accepted Answer

A description of all the components of the program is more about the structure and components of the program rather than its effectiveness. Effectiveness is more directly related to the outcomes and results (B, C, D) rather than just a description of components.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT used to describe the different levels of process objectives?

Accepted Answer

Inputs are not used to describe the different levels of process objectives. Instead, inputs refer to the resources, information, or materials needed to carry out a process. Strategies, milestones, and operational objectives are all terms that can be used to describe different levels or aspects of planning and achieving process objectives.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT used to describe a good objective?

Accepted Answer

C) Program outline is not used to describe a good objective. Good objectives are typically described as being Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART). A program outline refers to a broader plan or structure, rather than characteristics of a specific objective.

Question 10

The United Way of America (1996) describes three levels of outcomes. Which of the following is NOT included in those levels?

Accepted Answer

The United Way of America's framework for outcomes includes Initial outcomes, Intermediate outcomes, and Longer term outcomes. "Impact outcomes" is not a term used in their three-level model.

Question 11

When describing the "target of change," which of the following is NOT one of the five components included in program development:

Accepted Answer

The "target of change" in program development typically includes outcomes objectives, objectives, and the elements of the population expected to change, but does not directly include cost as a component. Cost is more related to program budgeting and resource allocation.

Question 12

A program's __________and _________ should be viewed as a contract.

Accepted Answer

Goals and objectives define what a program aims to achieve and how it plans to do so, acting as a contract that guides its implementation and evaluation.

Question 13

If an objective cannot be measured, the program cannot be evaluated. Which of the following statements is an example of the way an objective might be written to be measurable?

Accepted Answer

Option C is measurable because it specifies a clear, quantifiable goal: reducing the incidence of child abuse in District 1 by 15%, with referrals as the measurement method.

Question 14

The responsibility component of an objective would include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The responsibility component typically includes titles or descriptions of positions responsible for evaluation and monitoring, not specific tasks such as training staff on data collection.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is an example of how an outcome objective might be written for a human services program?

Accepted Answer

Outcome objectives are specific, measurable changes that the program aims to achieve. Option A specifies a measurable change (preventing reoccurrence of child abuse or neglect) in a specific number of families (25), making it a clear example of an outcome objective.

Question 16

The purposes of the analysis section provides all EXCEPT the following:

Accepted Answer

The analysis section typically focuses on measurable criteria, setting boundaries for the program, and realistic expectations for client service. It does not usually detail historical data on clients served, which is more relevant to performance or outcome evaluation rather than planning or analysis.

Question 17

The purposes of long-term objectives do NOT include:

Accepted Answer

Long-term objectives are designed to outline the anticipated outcomes and changes a program aims to achieve over time, focusing on the broader impact on the community and the specific issues it addresses. They do not include the interval variables for the program plan, as these are more related to the internal operations and methodologies of the program rather than its overarching goals or purposes.

Question 18

Once the outcome objectives are developed, the next step is to specify the means (process objectives) by which the program hope to achieve the stated results. Which statement below is NOT a part of an outcome objective?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Once the outcome objectives are developed, the...

Question 19

Well written process objectives require five components. Which of the following in NOT one of the required objectives?

Accepted Answer

The rationale for the proposed program is not a component of a well-written process objective. Process objectives typically include a time frame, expected result, and criteria for measurement, focusing on the steps needed to achieve a goal rather than the reasoning behind the program.

Question 20

Effectiveness-based program planning offers the conceptual tools to set up services which can be expected to achieve the desired results EXCEPT which of the following:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Effectiveness-based program planning offers the conceptual tools...

Quiz 6: Setting Goals and Objectives