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Kraus, Richard – 1966
The role and status of the recreation professional, with emphasis on leadership methodology, is examined in this text. Examples of program activities, guides for the development of recreation programs, and a survey of the types of programs sponsored by a wide variety of public and voluntary agencies are provided. (SW)
Descriptors: Group Dynamics, Leadership, Outdoor Education, Professional Personnel
Download full textDeschin, Celia S.; Nash, Marygold V. – 1971
To study the effect on physically handicapped children's mental health of organized group activities in community centers and settlements, 230 children participated in a 2 year demonstration project. Mental health was defined as the child's social functioning in home and school and as reflected in the child's self image; and it was hypothesized…
Descriptors: Exceptional Child Research, Group Dynamics, Mental Health, Peer Relationship
Tapply, Richard M. – Parks and Recreation, 1977
Wilderness recreational programs involving risk activities, adventure, group living, and solitary experience contribute to individual development and self realization. (JD)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Group Activities, Group Dynamics, Group Experience
Flax, Norman; Peters, Edward N. – Children, 1969
Statistical analysis of data from written forms and scales (designed to measure children's behavior in groups), observations, and interviews indicated that many educalble mentally retarded children can participate successfully in camp activities with normal children. (DR)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Camping, Group Dynamics, Mental Retardation
Direct linkEdginton, Christopher R.; Hudson, Susan D.; Scholl, Kathleen G. – Sagamore Publishing LLC, 2005
This third edition of "Leadership for Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services" is unique from many different perspectives.The current effort of this book is focused on bringing together a number of interrelated elements that influence leadership in recreation, parks, and leisure service organizations. Thus, the authors have focused the effort on…
Descriptors: Leadership, Leadership Qualities, Leadership Styles, Recreational Facilities
Ibrahim, Hilmi; And Others – 1987
This text explains the role of boards, commissions, and councils for parks and recreational programs in generating funds and involving volunteers in local service. The text covers functional differences and structural differences between administrative bodies, policy-making bodies, and advisory bodies. Special attention is given to small group…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Advisory Committees, Citizens Councils, Delivery Systems
Milwaukee Public Schools, WI. – 1966
OUTDOOR EDUCATION IN THE FORM OF DAY CAMPS, TEPEE CAMPS, THREE-DAY CAMPS, TEACHER-SELECTED FIELD TRIPS, AND A MOBILE NATURE MUSEUM WAS PROVIDED FOR CHILDREN FROM DEPRIVED AREAS. A TOTAL OF 11,680 CHILDREN FROM 44 ELEMENTARY, JUNIOR HIGH, AND HIGH SCHOOLS PARTICIPATED IN THE PROGRAM BETWEEN MAY 1, 1966 AND AUGUST 3, 1966. THE DAY AND OVER-NIGHT…
Descriptors: Counselors, Curriculum Enrichment, Day Camp Programs, Disadvantaged
