27 graduate courses in the Fall 2014 Graduate Calendar, from Waterloo’s archived copy.
An examination and discussion of the definitions, concepts and theories used in recreation and leisure studies. The seminar seeks to identify and discuss current theories, methods, and issues, and to examine the concepts of professionalism and scientific inquiry as they apply to the field of recreation.
SEM · Course ID 002892Archived pageREC 600 today
A critical examination epistemological and methodological issues in leisure research. Emphasis is placed on the main perspectives in the field, as well as on research design using different methodological approaches. The course includes discussions of issues and consideration in developing research proposals.
LEC · Course ID 002893Archived pageREC 601 today
Borrowing from a variety of social science disciplines, this course centres on the politics of leisure policy and administrative practice, as well as the range of collective leisure-related responses to social problems and issues related to contemporary social life. In so doing, both the utility and countereffects of leisure, broadly defined, are considered. Where possible, Canadian examples are used to illustrate course content.
LEC · Course ID 002895Archived pageREC 603 today
Social and psychological research on leisure and the interrelationships among leisure and other domains of contemporary life will be examined. Current issues relating to leisure as a dimension of lifestyle, human development and quality of life will also be explored, as will the relevance of this research to recreation practice.
SEM · Course ID 011668Archived pageREC 605 today
This seminar course will focus on research related to gender and leisure. This will include examination of the effect of gender on leisure meanings, constraints and participation, and the effect of leisure activities on gender relations. Particular attention will be given to gender and feminist theory and to the intersections between paid work, unpaid work, family and leisure.
SEM · Course ID 002897Archived pageREC 608 today
A structured experience in a specified community agency to provide the student with the opportunity to relate theory and practice. A minimum of 50 hours per term will be required. Approval of Faculty Supervisor and Field Supervisor; Faculty Supervisor to assign grade via final written report, in consultation with Field Supervisor.
Instructor Consent Required
LEC · Course ID 002898Archived pageREC 609 today
An examination of the processes involved in policymaking, planning and management, and the development of problem-solving skills with respect to leisure service delivery systems. Special attention is given to settings under governmental auspices.
LEC · Course ID 002899Archived pageREC 610 today
Marketing philosophy, segmentation, and marketing mix issues will be explored in the context of leisure services delivery with special attention given to public not-for-profit contexts. Current consumer research conducted in leisure contexts will be critiqued with focus on ego involvement, loyalty and commitment, group decision making, and travel role preferences.
LEC · Course ID 002900Archived pageREC 615 today
The course deals with the theoretical principles underlying recreation and tourism planning within ecologically sensitive landscapes and areas. The social, economic and environmental impacts of tourism are reviewed. Special emphasis is given to national parks and protected areas. The course has an international emphasis.
LEC · Course ID 002901Archived pageREC 630 today
Examination of community development and individual and collective capacity building related to leisure behaviour and services. The analysis includes the role of the citizen in policy development and service provision. The course will focus on non-governmental and governmental sponsored initiatives and will include such topics as community organization, social development, leadership, participation, and empowerment.
LEC · Course ID 002902Archived pageREC 640 today
This course engages a critical disability perspective to examine leisure in the lives of persons labelled as (dis)abled. Drawing on a multidisciplinary and historical approach, the course explores the intersection with other experiences of marginalization such as age, illness, race, ethnicity, poverty, gender, and sexual orientation and the blurred boundaries between these categories of experience.
LEC · Course ID 002903Archived pageREC 650 today
Examines and applies a variety of statistical techniques used in the analysis of leisure research data. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and implications of empirical research in the field. Note: An undergraduate statistics course and permission of the instructor is required.
Department Consent Required
LEC · Course ID 002904Archived pageREC 672 today
This course examines and applies a variety of techniques used in the analysis of qualitative research data. A range of traditions and approaches will be explored in the course of acquiring training in qualitative analysis. An introduction to computer software to assist in the management and organization of qualitative data will be included.
Department Consent Required
LEC · Course ID 002905Archived pageREC 673 today
An in-depth examination of factors related to tourists including but not limited to issues of community, environmental management and aspects of planning and policy. The course will also critically examine research methods employed to assess these factors.
LEC · Course ID 002906Archived pageREC 680 today
An examination of the sectors, organizations, delivery systems, and provincial/federal strategies that comprise and shape contemporary tourism. The course will also explore the nature of the tourism product and destinations. Concepts, methods, and data sources for measuring the magnitude of tourism as an economic sector as well as basic performance indices for tourism destinations will also be covered. The emphasis of the course will be on tourism in Canada.
LEC · Course ID 011082Archived pageREC 685 today
Topic(s) to be negotiated on an individual or small group basis with members of the faculty.
RDG · Course ID 002908Archived pageREC 695 today
Topic(s) to be negotiated on an individual or small group basis with members of the faculty.
RDG · Course ID 009478Archived pageREC 696 today
Topic(s) to be negotiated on an individual or small group basis with members of the faculty.
RDG · Course ID 002952Archived pageREC 697 today
An examination of the different paradigmatic perspective that influence the multidisciplinary field of Leisure Studies. The interrelationships among paradigms, theories, epistemologies, and methodologies are explored, with particular attention to their application to current research in the field. Graded on a Cr/NCr basis.
LEC · Course ID 002969Archived pageREC 700 today
This course will provide an overview of current thinking on work and health by introducing students to major substantive topics in the area from a multi-disciplinary perspective. The course will critically examine a variety of topics that may be investigated from different disciplinary perspectives. Classes will include presentations by faculty members representing different disciplines in the collaborative program. Examples of topics discussed in a given term may include work-stress relationships, healthy workplaces, and vulnerable populations.
LEC · Course ID 013139Archived pageREC 730 today
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to different ways of designing and implementing research within the topic area of work and health as well as some of the practical, political and ethical challenges. The course content will include an examination of the epistemological positions associated with different types of research questions, analysis of case studies of research in work and health, and discussions of proposed research questions and proposals that examine problems from a variety of disciplinary perspectives. The course will also include presentations by researchers and practitioners from the work and health domain, who will facilitate discussions on the challenges and opportunities of conducting and applying research in this area.
LEC · Course ID 013140Archived pageREC 731 today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). Attendance beyond that is encouraged. The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis.
SEM · Course ID 013141Archived pageREC 732A today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). Attendance beyond that is encouraged. The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis.
SEM · Course ID 013142Archived pageREC 732B today
This survey course will be team-taught by members of the collaborative program and will serve to introduce students to major sub-areas of aging, health and well-being research. Topics will be covered from each Department within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences.
LEC · Course ID 012422Archived pageREC 750 today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of, or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis. Must be registered in the PhD program in Aging, Health and Well-being.
SEM · Course ID 012426Archived pageREC 751 today
This is a supervised research experience. The student arranges to work on a research project under the supervision of a faculty member who utilizes specific methodological and/or statistical procedures of interest to the student. The course may involve aspects of data collection, analysis or interpretation within the purview of a research project. The exact nature of the experience will be determined in collaboration with the project supervisor.
SEM · Course ID 002970Archived pageREC 792 today
An in-depth analysis of specific topics of interest. The particular topics for a given term will be determined by the interests of the faculty and participating students. The form of the study may include a literature review or the planning and execution of an independent research study leading to a major paper.
SEM · Course ID 009479Archived pageREC 798 today