Described in the handbook is the Merrill Area (Wisconsin) Public Schools program to prepare handicapped youth for occupations in recreational-environmental vocations. In Part I, a school forest summer curriculum workshop already tested with handicapped children is outlined in terms of purpose and philosophy (to increase the special vocational…

Addressed to undergraduate students in recreational and leisure service education and related subjects, this text deals with fundamental principles, practices, and the role of the recreationist in the community setting. Comprehensive background of information is provided that discusses the origins, forces, and political realities that have…

A transdisciplinary therapy model that integrates visual services into the student's total educational program is illustrated by a case report of a 19-year-old male with multiple handicaps. Traditional domain areas (cognition, communication, motor, and self-help) are linked to environmental domains (domestic living, community training,…

The Rural Adventures in Workplace Literacy project at the College of Eastern Utah (San Juan Campus) assessed the literacy and basic needs of employees, developed curriculum materials, and provided training to employees in six industries in southeastern Utah and northern Arizona. Nine industries were contacted; six participated and were firmly…

A comprehensive course of study for natural resources was developed and offered to eleventh and twelfth grade students as an elective, to determine whether such a program was feasible in a high school vocational setting. An area-wide survey of environmental occupations was conducted and an advisory committee made recommendations as to course…