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Tedrick, Ted; And Others – Parks and Recreation, 1984
Prior to improving volunteer services, a leisure agency should have a realistic expectation of the desired accomplishments, both in individual and organizational terms. A systems approach to volunteer management is discussed that includes the components of planning and coordination; recruitment and orientation; training and placement; and…
Descriptors: Administration, Leisure Education, Management Systems, Program Development
Maguire, Meg – Parks and Recreation, 1982
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)
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Long Range Planning, Outdoor Activities, Parks
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Gould, Daniel – Physical Educator, 1981
The quality of untrained adult leadership is a critical determinant of whether organized athletic competition for children outside of school is beneficial or detrimental. Physical educators have an obligation to become involved directly or indirectly as providers of coaching education for volunteers or by facilitating the development of youth…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Athletic Coaches, Athletics, Children
Zeigler, Earle F. – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1979
Sport and physical education is emerging from old traditions in the United States. Several problems that need to be dealt with in the field are discussed including professional preparation, the role of women, a commitment to research, a change in terminology, and the professionalizing of the field. (JMF)
Descriptors: Athletics, Opinions, Physical Activities, Physical Education
Mobley, Tony A. – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1980
The planning of leisure time activities for college students should consider the academic as well as athletic traditions of the institution. It is important that one consider the traditional mission of the institution, involving instruction, research, and service, in determining the role of leisure. (CJ)
Descriptors: College Students, Higher Education, Intramural Athletics, Leisure Time
Bates, Dana; Bates, Brandi – Zip Lines: The Voice for Adventure Education, 2000
An adventure education program combines environmental education, character education, and service learning with ropes courses, orienteering, and rock climbing to offer Romanian youth opportunities for trust building and reconciliation in the wake of the economic, environmental, and moral devastation left by the Communist dictator. An ecotourism…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Empowerment, Environmental Education, Foreign Countries
Dunn, Diana; And Others – 1983
Three speeches presented at a panel discussion on the future of recreation and leisure education in higher education are printed in this booklet. Richard Kirchner in a speech entitled, "Responsible Responses to Revolutions in Higher Education," offers reflections on the past and present status of college and university recreational programs, and…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, College Programs, Educational Trends, Futures (of Society)
Dattilo, John; Jekubovich-Fenton, Nancy – Parks and Recreation, 1995
Leisure service providers can help enhance the lives of people with mental retardation. By complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines, recreation facilities and services can be designed and structured to accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities, enhancing their sense of competence and self-determination as…
Descriptors: Adults, Community Involvement, Community Recreation Programs, Leisure Time