REC 100 Introduction to the Study of Leisure and Recreation
A course designed to develop an overview of the total field of recreation and an understanding of the leisure phenomena and the implications for contemporary society. 3 lectures, Fall term
Recreation (REC)
40 courses in the 1976–77 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Notes
Faculty listed in 1976–77
Professor, Chairman of the Department W. F. Theobald, B.S. (Seton Hall), M.A., Ed.D. (Columbia)
Dean, Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies G. S. Kenyon, B.P.E. (British Columbia), M.S. Undiana), Ph.D. (New York)
Faculty listed in 1976–77
Associate Professor and Associate Chairman.
Undergraduate Affairs
Faculty listed in 1976–77
D. Ng, B.A. (Lingnan), M.A. (Carver), M.S., Re. D. (Indiana)
Professor, Associate Chairman, Graduate Affairs E. M. Avedon, B.S.S. (William and Mary), M.A., Ed.D. (Columbia)
Associate Professors
D. M. Crapo, B.P.E. (Alberta), M.S., Ph.D. (Michigan State)
G. A. Hayes, B.S. (Cal. §. U.), M.S. (North Carolina), Ph.D. (North Tex. 8. U.)
C. A. Griffith, B.A. (Sir George Williams), M.S., Re.D.
Faculty listed in 1976–77
(Indiana) J. Zuzanek, M.A. (Moscow), Ph.D. (Charles University, Prague)
Assistant Professors
Faculty listed in 1976–77
K. R. Balmer, B.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Liverpool)
E. G. Carls, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. (IHinois)
Faculty listed in 1976–77
R. Johnson, B.A., M.A. (Windsor), Ph.D. (Minnesota)
J. Levy, B.A. (Waterloo Lutheran), B.P.E. (Waterloo), M.S.W. (Waterloo Lutheran), Ph.D. (Waterloo)
Lecturer C. R. Edginton, B.A. (San Jose), M.S. (Illinois)
Course Descriptions Recreation
Undergraduate Course Descriptions
REC 101 Introduction to Leisure Services
An introduction to various leisure service agencies and the services provided. Field trips to municipalities, specialized institutions, and voluntary agencies. Prerequisite: Recreation students only. | two hour lecture and one hour discussion session, Fall and Winter terms
REC 200 Theories of Play
Acritical analysis of definitions, concepts and assumptions of classical, recent and modern theories of play with implications for research strategies, programming and planning for play.
3 lectures, Fall and Winter terms
REC 204 Leisure and Recreation in Historical Perspective
Analysis of socio-cultural determinants which have influenced Canadian Leisure behavior.
Prereq: Rec 100* or consent of instructor. 3 lectures, Fall
REC 210 Organization and Administration of
Recreation Services
The organization and administration of recreation on federal, provincial and municipal levels; legislation, financing, budgeting, problem solving, public relations, administrative practices and departmental organization with particular emphasis on the municipal level.
3 lectures, Fall, Winter and Spring terms
REC 220 Recreation Programme Development
A study of the scope of community recreation programmes and the factors involved in programme leadership. Emphasis will be placed on the goals in recreation for the leader and participant, effective leadership of individuals and groups, individual and group creativity.
2 lectures, 2 hours lab, Fall and Winter terms
REC 230 Introduction to Outdoor Recreation
A study of outdoor education and recreation in relation to contemporary lifestyles, natural and human resource systems. Includes the examination of outdoor settings as an integral part of an education — outdoor recreation continuum. Includes the role of selected governmental and non-governmental bodies.
3 lectures, Fall and Winter terms
REC 240 Man, Leisure, and Society
See Kinesiology Departmental listing for course description.
REC 241 Administration of Camping and Outdoor Education
The philosophy and objectives of camping and outdoor education; administration, organization, planning, staff relationships, leadership training, trends in camping and outdoor education. The emphasis in this course will be the place of the resident camp in education and recreation. Prerequisite: Recreation 230*. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 250 Introduction to Recreation for Special Populations
Examines the philosophical, theoretical and empirical frameworks of recreation as a therapeutic service and process to individuals with physical, emotional and intellectual disabilities.
3 lectures, Fall and Winter terms
REC 252 Recreation and Mental Retardation
An analysis of the motoric and psycho-social behavorial dimensions specific to the retarded with direct and obvious applicability to the planning, implementing and evaluating of recreational programmes.
Prereq: Rec. 250*, Psych. 242*. 3 lect, Winter, Spring terms
REC 253 Recreation and Physical Disabilities
The psycho-social aspects of physical disabilities will be analysed, with special focus given to the planning, implementing and evaluating of leisure activities. Prereq: Rec. 250*, permission of instructor. 3 lect., Fall term
REC 254 Recreation and Mental Health
A psycho-social analysis of the determinants and consequences of recreative behaviour as related to positive and negative mental health, discussing in detail, structure, semiotic factors and interaction patterns.
Prerequisite: Recreation 250*, 3 lectures, Fall term
REC 270 Statistical Techniques Applied to Leisure Studies
Anintroduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and the interpretation of data. A major consideration of the course is the use of statistics in the solution of problems in recreation and leisure.
3 lectures, | hour lab, Fall term
REC 300 Philosophy of Leisure
Examination of major philosophical themes through the ages with reference to contemporary viability and effect upon social behaviour.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 3 lectures, Fall and Winter terms
REC 301 Sociology of Leisure (Sociology 375*)
Nature and extent of leisure phenomena in contemporary society. Examination of institutional and formal organizational aspects, social role, social research strategies employed in the study of leisure.
Prerequisite: Two term courses in Sociology. 3 lectures, Fall and Winter terms
Course Descriptions 371 Recreation
REC 302 Travel and Tourism
The scope and nature of travel and tourism as contemporary leisure experiences. Economic, political, and social ramifications, research strategies employed, implications for the future.
Prerequisite: Recreation 301*. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 303 Sport in Society (Kinesiology 452*)
An introduction to the sociology of sport. Utilizing the major frames of reference of the social sciences. the function of sport in contemporary society is examined. Prerequisite: Soc. 101* and one other Sociology course. 3 lectures, Winter and Spring terms
REC 306 Psychodynamics of Leisure Behaviour
Examination of the psychodynamics of popular leisure experiences, e.g. — sport, gambling, fashion, and the like, and their relationship to psychopathology. Examination of the use of leisure experience to resolve emotional conflict and cope with stress.
Prerequisite: Recreation 301*, Psychology 357.
3 lectures, Winter term
REC 307 Group Processes in Physical Activity
(Kinesiology 354*)
An examination of the social influences and group processes which occur within sport teams. Topics include conformity, the influence of onlookers, and co-actors, leadership, group structure, and cohesion.
Prerequisite: 2 term courses in Psychology. 3 lectures, Winter and Spring terms
REC 311 School Recreation
Not offered in 1976–77.
REC 312 Recreation and Community Action
The role of the citizen in recreation systems with regard to social change. Students. will examine models for social change which interact with recreation systems and power relationships between citizen’s groups and recreation systems.
Prerequisite: Recreation 210*. 3 lectures, Fall term
REC 316 Principles of Recreation Planning (Planning 344*)
Anexploration of alternative approaches to the planning of recreation opportunities in urban-centred regions. The demand for and supply of recreation opportunities; standards, models and systems; recreation planning policies and agencies; and selected recreation planning issues.
Prerequisite: Planning 100 or a full credit in Geography, or consent of instructor. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 320 Evaluation of Recreational Programmes
Evaluation procedures and techniques applicable to recreation programmes are examined in detail. Specification of objectives, development of practical recording procedures and experimental analysis are stressed. Students conduct field evaluations in local community agencies.
Prerequisite: Recreation 220*. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 321–324 Selected Topics in Recreation
The study of particular topics pertaining to recreation. Course topics will be announced in advance, but will not be offered on a regular basis. ; Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
REC 331 Outdoor Education in Recreation
The present status of outdoor recreation in modern society; government functions and policies related to outdoor recreation services; the planning and administration of outdoor recreation activities. Current
problems. Prereq: Recreation 230*. 2 lectures, 2 hours lab, Fall
REC 332 Theory and Practice in Outdoor Education
Emphasis on methods and techniques for the selection, development, and implementation of programmes and projects through the utilization of diverse and unique natural settings and environments.
Prerequisite: Recreation 230*, 241*. 2 lectures, 2 hours lab, (lab fee $25), Fall term
REC 334 Park Management
Basic administrative procedures in park management. Operational techniques are examined together with general policies of acquisition, operation and development. Prereq: Rec. 210*, Rec. 230*, or equiv. 3 lect., Fall
REC 361 Aging and Leisure
Social parameters of the aging process with particular reference to the Leisure Service Industry. Prerequisite: Recreation 301*
REC 370 Directed Study in Special Topics
For the student who desires to pursue a particular topic in depth through guided independent research and/or reading. A faculty member must approve a student’s project prior to registration. May be repeated in subsequent terms.
Prerequisite: Faculty approval, Fall, Winter and Spring
REC 371 Research Designs Applicable to Leisure Studies
An introduction to the methods and techniques of research as applied to leisure studies and services. General consideration will be given to the technical problems involved in various stages of research methodology with emphasis on the logic underlying the research process. Prereq: Rec. 270*, 3 lect., Fall, Winter and Spring
Course Descriptions Recreation
REC 400 Seminar in Recreation and Leisure
Anin depth analysis of the current major issues and trends. Fourth year Departmental students only. 3 hours, Fail, Winter and Spring terms
REC 402 Colloquium on Religion and Leisure
Not offered in 1976–77.
REC 406 Comparative Recreation Systems
A study of multi-national recreation systems. Course meets on Campus and in the field in other countries. Full term study over a period of 6-8 weeks. Laboratory fee varies with field observation.
Spring term
REC 410 Planning of Recreation Facilities
A course to introduce the student to the planning, design and layout to recreation areas and facilities. Prerequisite: Recreation 210*. 3 lectures, Fall term
REC 432 Interpretation
Concepts, philosophy and practices relative to the enrichment of school and community curricula through the use of the natural environment. Emphasis on the role of the school and the community. The provincial and federal government relative to a systems approach toward an integrated design.
Prerequisite: Recreation 332* or consent of the instructor. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 434 Advanced Park Management
A study of policies, procedures, and practices relative to the management of natural resources.
Emphasis is placed on a systems approach to management as it relates to park management at all levels of government.
Prerequisite: Recreation 334*. 3 lectures, Winter term
REC 435 Recreation Resource Policy
A study of policies (both existing and emerging), policy development and policy gaps related to recreation resources in Canada. Based on a literature review and discussion of decision-making procedures, roles and tools used in the recreation field; students are required to research real and theoretical situations for seminar presentation.
Prerequisites: Recreation 100* and Recreation 230* or consent of instructor. 3 hrs|wk, Fall term
REC 470 Research Project
An independent research project on an approved topic supervised by a faculty member. Required of all students enrolled in the Honours Recreation Programme. Recreation 470* includes an approved design and completion of the first segment of the paper. Prerequisite: Completion of an honours optional course sequence. 3 lectures, Fall, Winter and Spring terms Recreation 471* requires the completion of the project begun in 470*. Prerequisite: Recreation 470*. Fall, Winter and Spring terms
REC 580 The Dynamics of Tourism
An examination of the behaviour factors which influence the tourist; the research methodologies employed to examine these factors; and the relationship between tourism and other aspects of leisure behaviour.
Prereq.: Rec. 302* or equivalent, and acourse in statistics. Open to advanced undergraduate students and graduate students.
Course Descriptions Recreation