Leisure Education: A Cross-National View


Book Description

Leisure education plays a central role in both the field of leisure studies and the pursuit of leisure itself. Everywhere in the modern world the most effective use of free time for individuals comes with knowing about the many leisure activities available to them and the rewards and costs that accompany their interest in each. It is through leisure education in one form or another that they gain such knowledge. Yet, as important as this educational process is, its study is only beginning to take off in non-Western societies where, however, it cannot be assumed to be the same as in the West. This book contains several comparisons of Western and non-Western practices in leisure education. Knowing these practices contributes ultimately to a deep understanding of the nature of the huge variety of leisure activities enjoyed across the planet and of the reasons why people go in for the ones they do. This book was based on a special issue published in the World Leisure Journal.




References on Leisure Education


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This annotated bibliography, which covers material published during the last decade, is intended for the use of school administrators, principals, teachers, schoolboards, college faculties, recreation leaders, parents and young people in or out of school. The bibliography in its present format is made available thru the cooperation of the Research Division of the National Education Association.




Reflection, Recognition, Reaffirmation


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Reflection Recognition Reaffirmation: An Engaging Frame of Reference for Leisure Education (2nd Edition) is a practical handbook for implementing leisure education programs with a variety of populations in varied settings. Each chapter provides numerous clearly defined activities that can be easily incorporated into programming. The notion of a sequential approach (Reflection Recognition Reaffirmation) represents a process in which program participants move from contemplation to action in creating more positive lifestyles. First, participants are engaged in experiences that encourage them to consider leisure as something with unique meanings to them (Reflection). Next, they're involved in activities that allow for some clarification of the role of leisure in their lives (Recognition). Finally, participants are asked to consider where they want to go with what they've learned about themselves (Reaffirmation). In addition to The Three Rs, further chapters highlight the role of leisure










Community-based Rehabilitation


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Volume numbers determined from Scope of the guidelines, p. 12-13.




Leisure Education


Book Description

Leisure Education presents a thought-provoking overview of leisure education-from philosophical considerations in leisure education theory to models and units that can be implemented in leisure education classes. The book provides practical information for individuals working with recreation and park agencies, therapeutic recreation facilities, correctional facilities, and ageing individuals.