This article deals with visual representations of children in social and natural science primary education textbooks from Spain and Portugal during the final years of dictatorship, transition to democracy, democratic consolidation, and democracy between 1965 and 1995. It explores ways in which children are addressed and made visible in social and…

This review begins from a premise of Disney as a cultural curriculum. After a brief history of Disney studies, tracing the cultural analysis of Disney through the twentieth century, and drawing upon several recent literature reviews of Disney scholarship, the authors survey some of the most notable work produced in the last 10 years. They describe…

Reviews research on whether parks and open spaces influence increasing property values (the proximate principle); the magnitude of this effect; and how distance affects the proximate principle. Data from 30 studies on the extent and legitimacy of the proximate principle find that only 5 studies do not support the proximate principle. These…

This article describes the continuing professionalization of park and recreation personnel during the past three decades with emphasis on manpower, education, accreditation, and certification. The major vehicles for professionalization are in place, but critical decisions must be made. (MT)

Opportunities now await the leisure service professional in several employment areas not traditionally occupied by people with training or experience in the recreation or leisure service profession. Areas include theme parks, auditorium and arena management, themed restaurants, shopping centers, and resort management. (CJ)

To determine the usage and character of recreation impact fees, a national survey (using a two-stage mail questionnaire) of parks and recreation agencies was conducted. The use of recreation impact fees was observed in 12 states. Details are given as to the various uses. (CJB)

Interviews of 30 women in the parks and recreation field centered on: (1) how their careers developed; (2) whether and how they have been discriminated against; and (3) advice they have for other career-minded women. Experiences and perceptions these women share and other aspects of their careers are presented. (CJ)

Advocates of parks and recreation must face the challenge of seeing beyond traditional boundaries, embracing new alliances, and translating hopes into actions. Vision, strategy, and grassroots strength and strong leadership skills are critical to the future of parks and recreation. (CJ)

The educational concerns of the members of 141 Missouri Park Boards are discussed. A table with 16 major concerns is included in the text. The author feels that perhaps the most important element to a park board's successful operation is that of orientation and training for its members. (JMK)

This article describes the day use area adjoining the Allatoona Dam on the Etowah River north of Atlanta and the geology of the three physiographic provinces which converge there. Included are a generalized geologic map of the area and maps of the visitor center, picnic areas, the abandoned pig iron furnace, the scenic overlooks, and the…

Described are several approaches, used by park and recreation departments, to incorporating the use of computers for administrative purposes. Cost-cutting measures for program implementation and computer maintenance are also described. (CJ)

Reviews what current research says about the holistic health benefits of park and recreation services, focusing on: health benefits according to park users; physical activities in parks; stress reduction benefits of park use; social support, self-determination, and stress reduction; observing nature in parks and associated benefits; and the…

The Japanese capacity for long-range planning, efficient product design, and the development of loyal and productive workers should be pursued by American recreationists in their attempt to influence urban recreation in the coming decade. Methods to achieve this include: (1) adopting corporate strategies, (2) using volunteers in leadership roles,…

Summarizes eight research studies in the field of outdoor/environmental education being completed at Slippery Rock University in 1985. Topics include isolation among National Park Service rangers, school participation in recycling programs, the use of trees to modify microclimates in West African urban centers, and evaluation of environmental…

Over 200 county park agencies were surveyed to determine: (1) what kinds of recreational services they provided; (2) the age and origin of visitors; (3) park acreage and its relationship to county population; and (4) the number and type of employees. Implications for the future role of county parks are discussed. (PP)