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Peer reviewedCarlson, Stephan – Legacy, 1995
A theoretical learning model for educationally oriented recreation settings shows how cognitive outcomes are encouraged from interactive devices when a high level of perceived control is found. In contrast, when interactive devices allow minimum levels of perceived control, visitors gain pleasure but often miss the intent of the message. (LZ)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Communications, Environmental Education, Environmental Interpretation
Attarian, Aram – Parks and Recreation, 1991
Reviews recent research on outdoor adventure (risk) recreation which exposes participants to real or perceived danger. The research examines several professional issues (leadership certification, leadership style, program outcomes, and retention and turnover of program staff), and discusses social, individual, and therapeutic benefits. (SM)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Literature Reviews, Outdoor Activities, Postsecondary Education
Mundy, Jean – Parks and Recreation, 1996
Review of the research on at-risk youth and resilient youth (successful youth despite adverse family and environmental situations) focuses on environmental protective factors such as positive relationships and youth participation. Application to park and recreation systems suggests leisure systems can provide such positive factors as a caring…
Descriptors: Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Community Programs, Disadvantaged Youth
Peer reviewedTyler, Vernelle – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 2000
Describes recent reductions or elimination of recess at the elementary school level. Discusses the benefits of recess for children's intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. Argues that recess has educational and social values and should not be eliminated from the school day. (KB)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Outdoor Activities, Play
Direct linkCohen, Deborah A.; Taylor, Stephanie L.; Zonta, Michela; Vestal, Katherine D.; Schuster, Mark A. – Journal of School Health, 2007
Background: The Surgeon General has called for an expansion of school-based extracurricular sports programs to address the obesity epidemic. However, little is known about the availability of and participation in high school extracurricular sports and how participation in these sports is related to high-risk behaviors. Methods: We surveyed Los…
Descriptors: Athletics, High Schools, Extracurricular Activities, School Recreational Programs
Download full textReumann-Moore, Rebecca; Suess, Gretchen – Research for Action, 2006
EducationWorks (EW) contracted with Research for Action (RFA) to research and evaluate its socialized recess (SR) program conducted by Education-Works/National School and Community Corps (NSCC) teams which are based full-time in individual public schools. The purpose of this research was to give EW/NSCC deeper insights into the accomplishments and…
Descriptors: Recess Breaks, Socialization, Recreational Programs, Public Schools
Newman, Richard E.; Miller, Michael T. – 1997
This study assessed the state of intramural-recreational (IR) programs at Peru State College (Nebraska) and offered suggestions for the improvement of existing IR programs. The existing IR sports program is directed by a part-time adjunct staff member with the aid of student assistants and receives limited support. Upgrading the directorship of…
Descriptors: College Programs, Higher Education, Intramural Athletics, Needs Assessment
Bauch, Joel R. – 1999
Many directors of college recreational programs are feeling pressure for increased accountability in the face of shrinking financial resources and increased demand for services. One method of providing that accountability and learning about the strengths and weaknesses of services offered is by assessing the level of client satisfaction. Developed…
Descriptors: College Programs, Data Collection, Data Interpretation, Higher Education
Thompson, Marie – 1983
The report describes the accomplishments of a swimming project to teach instructional objectives to deaf blind, severely-to-profoundly retarded students, using nonhandicapped high school and college students who were trained and paid as peer tutors. Tutors recieved hands-on as well as didactic training and were evaluated by means of pretests and…
Descriptors: Deaf Blind, Leisure Education, Multiple Disabilities, Peer Teaching
Priest, Laurie; Summerfield, Liane – 1983
A decline in government funding for recreational services has stimulated the growth of private and commercial recreation. In this two-page information review, areas in which job opportunities in the recreational field are to be found are discussed, and trends in commercial recreation are listed. A list of 22 resource organizations and 6…
Descriptors: Athletics, Career Choice, Cultural Activities, Employment Opportunities
Flatten, Kay; And Others – 1984
The increasing need for "friendly visitor" programs for the homebound elderly has led to the development of curricular and training materials provided by "Outreach: Recreation/Exercise for Home-Centered Elderly." The "Outreach" materials are designed to train and guide volunteers who work with older adults. The materials are organized into twelve…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Exercise, Health Programs, Home Visits
Peer reviewedPeters, Edward N.; And Others – American Journal of Mental Deficiency, 1974
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Exceptional Child Research, Group Behavior
Peer reviewedMills, Billy – Journal of American Indian Education, 1974
The article includes excerpts from the keynote address at the 15th annual Indian Education Conference (April 5, Tempe, Arizona). (KM)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), American Indians, Cultural Background, Educational Needs
Sierra Club Bulletin, 1975
Listed and described are wilderness outings available in 1975 through the Sierra Club. These include: Family Trips; Underwater Exploration; Bicycle Trips; Water Trips; Hawaiian and Alaskan Trips; Foreign Trips; High-Light Trips; Saddle-Light Trips; Knapsack Trips; Service Trips; Burro Trips and Spring Trips. Trip costs and reservations are…
Descriptors: Camping, Environmental Education, Field Studies, Leisure Time
Marx, Ruth – Elem Sch J, 1969
Descriptors: Black Youth, Camping, Disadvantaged Youth, Fear
