W.K. KELLOGGS FOUNDATION CH. 3
DEVELOPING A LOGIC MODEL AND
PROGRAM THEORY FOR COMMUNITY
CHANGE. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2026/2027.
What is the purpose of developing a logic model for a program? - ANS To strengthen the
program by identifying factors affecting success and anticipating needed data and resources.
What does a logic model help to define? - ANS The change strategy, the problem being
addressed, and the scope of needs or assets.
What should a well-constructed program theory point towards? - ANS The program's
eventual effectiveness.
What is the first step in constructing a program theory? - ANS Clearly and succinctly
explaining the problems to be addressed.
What is the significance of community needs assessment in program planning? - ANS It
provides data that strengthens the case for targeting specific program participants and
activities.
What are some key components to include in a logic model? - ANS Strategies, assumptions,
problems or issues, influential factors, and desired results.
1 @2026 COPY ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, How can best practice research support a program's logic model? - ANS By providing
plausible solution strategies for the identified problem area.
What is an influential factor in the context of a logic model? - ANS A factor that may affect
the ability to create change in the community.
What should be included in the problem statement of a theory-of-change logic model? -
ANS A concise explanation of the community problem or asset being addressed.
Why is it important to outline how achievements will be measured in a grant proposal? -
ANS It demonstrates to funders how and why the program will succeed.
What is the role of assumptions in a logic model? - ANS To state why selected strategies will
work in the community as described.
What type of information do funders look for in grant proposals? - ANS Clear definitions of
the problem, reasons behind the approach, and measurement of achievements.
What is the relationship between community needs/assets and program evaluation? -
ANS Documentation of needs/assets helps establish a baseline for measuring program
progress over time.
What does Exercise 3 in the logic model development guide focus on? - ANS Constructing a
program theory using the Theory-of-Change Template.
What is the expected outcome of a successful program according to the theory-of-change? -
ANS To create meaningful change in the community.
What should be done if a program addresses multiple issues? - ANS Construct a separate
logic model for each issue.
2 @2026 COPY ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
DEVELOPING A LOGIC MODEL AND
PROGRAM THEORY FOR COMMUNITY
CHANGE. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2026/2027.
What is the purpose of developing a logic model for a program? - ANS To strengthen the
program by identifying factors affecting success and anticipating needed data and resources.
What does a logic model help to define? - ANS The change strategy, the problem being
addressed, and the scope of needs or assets.
What should a well-constructed program theory point towards? - ANS The program's
eventual effectiveness.
What is the first step in constructing a program theory? - ANS Clearly and succinctly
explaining the problems to be addressed.
What is the significance of community needs assessment in program planning? - ANS It
provides data that strengthens the case for targeting specific program participants and
activities.
What are some key components to include in a logic model? - ANS Strategies, assumptions,
problems or issues, influential factors, and desired results.
1 @2026 COPY ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, How can best practice research support a program's logic model? - ANS By providing
plausible solution strategies for the identified problem area.
What is an influential factor in the context of a logic model? - ANS A factor that may affect
the ability to create change in the community.
What should be included in the problem statement of a theory-of-change logic model? -
ANS A concise explanation of the community problem or asset being addressed.
Why is it important to outline how achievements will be measured in a grant proposal? -
ANS It demonstrates to funders how and why the program will succeed.
What is the role of assumptions in a logic model? - ANS To state why selected strategies will
work in the community as described.
What type of information do funders look for in grant proposals? - ANS Clear definitions of
the problem, reasons behind the approach, and measurement of achievements.
What is the relationship between community needs/assets and program evaluation? -
ANS Documentation of needs/assets helps establish a baseline for measuring program
progress over time.
What does Exercise 3 in the logic model development guide focus on? - ANS Constructing a
program theory using the Theory-of-Change Template.
What is the expected outcome of a successful program according to the theory-of-change? -
ANS To create meaningful change in the community.
What should be done if a program addresses multiple issues? - ANS Construct a separate
logic model for each issue.
2 @2026 COPY ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
