In this paper I suggest that social dances and local markets are examples of resilient practices of place-making and community that involve active participation. These two activities create mobile and pliant communities of participants that involve considerable informal and incidental learning. With dances and markets in mind, I look at the two…

The study examined relationships of 8 categories of leisure participation and enjoyment with 10 selected demographic variables. A Likert-type questionnaire was designed to ascertain the degree of participation and enjoyment in 89 activities. Results indicate that planners should consider the ethnic orientation of senior clubs in delivery of…

Introduces the subject of industrial arts' role in postsecondary/adult education through a compilation of three recent documents discussing the history of industrial arts; its possibilities; and its role in postsecondary adult occupational education, recreational/avocational programs, and liberal arts/college parallel education. (For part one, see…

The American-Nicaraguan School in Managua has placed a new emphasis on serving the community through recreational programs, adult education, community projects, work study programs within the community, and cultural presentations for the general public. (Author/DN)

Originally intended especially for the working class, Folk Schools have developed themselves into State supported institutions offering their services to all population groups. Article discusses historical background, character and tasks of the institution as well as future plans. (RB)

Designed for presentation by library staff, activity directors, or service organization representatives, this manual and its supplement outline ways to make effective use of the materials provided or available, provide discussion and follow-up guidelines, and include directions for using film and slide projectors and cassette players. A typical…

A project was designed to identify and define training needs at the operative level in the sport, leisure, and recreation industry in the United Kingdom. The industry is attracting increasing attention in further education (FE) as a result of rapid development. The industry, however, is diverse. Provision of FE must be flexible if it is to meet…

Describes and discusses the development of the Chautauqua movement in the late nineteenth century, its success, and its impact on American education and culture. Started to improve Methodist Sunday School teaching, the movement grew to educational facilities for liberal educational programs, combined with recreational experience. (MF)

Community education has the potential for a major impact upon the entire society, providing broadened opportunities for pursuing an enriched life through educational, cultural, and recreational pursuits. (JD)

The Instructor's Guide is intended for use in training adult leaders to foster understanding and involvement of the handicapped in Boy Scout troop activities. Suggestions are offered for organizing two leadership training sessions which include defining types of handicaps, conducting buzz group discussions on similarities between handicapped and…

The Instructor's Guide is intended for use in training adult leaders to foster understanding and involvement of the handicapped in Cub Scout activities. Suggestions are offered for organizing two leadership training sessions which include defining types of handicaps leaders may encounter, conducting buzz group discussions on similarities between…

The status of Adult Education programs is discussed in this speech by the Superintendent of Schools in Amsterdam, New York. A state-wide curriculum is proposed which includes evening high school, vocational-occupational programs, civic programs, job retraining, and recreational programs. The need for involving the community in continuing education…

This paper discusses six roles which an adult education agency can fill in an Educational Priority Area and illustrates each one with examples from the Liverpool E.P.A. Project. These roles are: (1) adult education cum community development; (2) adult education as a resource in community development work; (3) adult education as an aid to parents…