REC 100 Introduction to the Study of Leisure and RecreationF 3C 0.5
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.
Recreation (REC)
37 courses in the 1977–78 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 1977–78
Professor, Chairman of the Department W.F. Theobald, BS (Seton Hall), MA, EdD (Columbia)
Dean, Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies G.S. Kenyon, BPE (Britich Columbia), MS (Indiana), PhD (New York)
Faculty listed in 1977–78
Assistant Professor and Associate Chairman, Undergraduate Affairs R. Johnson', BA, MA (Windsor), PhD (Minnesota)
Professor, Associate Chairman, Graduate Affairs E. M. Avedon, BSS (William and Mary), MA, EdD (Columbia)
Associate Professors D.M. Crapo, BPE (Alberta), MS, PhD (Michigan State) C.A. Griffith, BA (Sir-George Williams), MS, ReD (indiana) D.Ng., BA (Lingnan), MA (Carver), MS, ReD (Indiana) J. Zuzanek?, MA (Moscow), PHD (Charles University, Prague)
Assistant Professors
Faculty listed in 1977–78
K.R. Balmer, BA (Toronto), PhD (Liverpool)
E.G. Carls, BS, MS, PhD (Illinois)
Faculty listed in 1977–78
J.H. Davison’, BA (York), PhD (Waterloo)
C.R. Edginton, BA (San Jose), MA (Illinois), PhD (lowa)
W.D. Kinney, BSE (Suny Courtland), MS (Illinois), PhD (New York).
Faculty listed in 1977–78
L. Heywood, BA (North Dakota), MA (Florida State), PhD (Wisconsin)
J. Levy, BA (Waterloo Lutheran), BPE (Waterloo), MSW (Waterloo Lutheran), PhD (Waterloo)
S.L. Smith, BA (Wright State), MA (Ohio State), PhD (Texas A & M)
Lecturers R.D. Graham’, BA, MA (Western) R.E. Mansell, BE (UBC), MS (Illinois)
Adjunct Associate Professor J. Beaman, BA, MA (Saskatchewan), PhD (Cornell)
Faculty member holds cross appointment as shown: Geography
? Sociology
Faculty member holds joint appointment as shown: 3 Psychology
* Kinesiology
Course Descriptions 409 Recreation
Undergraduate Course Descriptions
REC 101 Introduction to Leisure ServicesF,W 2C,1T 0.5
An introduction to various leisure service agencies and the services provided. Field trips to municipalities, specialized institutions, and voluntary agencies. Prereq: Recreation students only
REC 200 Theories of PlayF,W 30 0.5
A critical analysis of definitions, concepts and assumptions of classical, recent and modern theories of play with implications for research strategies, programming and planning for play.
REC 204 Leisure and Recreation in Historical PerspectiveF 3C 0.5
Analysis of socio-cultural determinants which have influenced Canadian Leisure behavior.
Prereq: Rec 100 or consent of instructor
REC 210 Organization and Administration of Recreation ServicesF,W 3c 0.5
The organization and administration of recreation on federal, provincial and municipal levels; legislation, financing, budgeting, problem solving, public retations, administrative practices and departmental organization with particular emphasis on the municipal level.
REC 220 Recreation Programme DevelopmentF,W 2C,2L 0.5
A study of the scope of community recreation programmes and the factors involved in programme leadership. Emphasis wil! be placed on the goals in recreation for the leader and participant, effective leadership of individuals and groups, individual and group creativity.
REC 230 Introduction to Outdoor RecreationW 3C 0.5
Astudy 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.
REC 241 Administration of Camping and Outdoor EducationW 3C 0.5
The philosophy and objectives of camping and outdoor education; administration, organizing, 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.
Prereq: Rec 230
REC 250 Introduction to Recreation for Special PopulationsW 3c 5,
Examines the philosophical, theoretical and empirical frameworks of recreation as a therapeutic service and process to individuals with physical, emotional and intellectual disabilities.
REC 252 Recreation and Mental RetardationF 3¢C 0.5
An analysis of the motoric and psycho-social behavioral dimensions specific to the retarded with direct and obvious applicability to the planning, implementing and evaluating of recreational programmes.
Prereq: Rec 250, Psych 242
REC 253 Recreation and Physical DisabilitiesW 3c 0.5
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
REC 254 Recreation and Mental HealthF 3C 0.5
A psycho-social analysis of the determinants and consequences of recreative behaviour as related to positive and negative mentafhealth, discussing in detail, structure, semiotic factors and interaction patterns. Prereq: Rec 250
REC 270 Statistical Techniques Applied to Leisure StudiesF 3C is)
An introduction 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.
REC 300 Philosophy of LeisureF,W 3C 0.5
Examination of major philosophical themes through the ages with reference to contemporary viability and effect upon social behaviour.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
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REC 301 Sociology of Leisure (Soc 375)W 3c 0.5
Nature and extentof leisure phenomena in contemporary society. Examination of institutional and formal organizational aspects, social role, social research strategies employed in the study of leisure.
Prereq: Two term courses in Sociology
REC 302 Travel and TourismW 3C 0.5
The scope and nature of travel and tourism as contemporary leisure experiences. Economic, political and social ramifications, research strategies employed, . implications for the future.
Prereq: Rec 301
REC 303 Sport in Society (Kin 452)W,S 3C 0.5
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. Prereq: Soc 101 and one other Sociology course
REC 306 Psychodynamics of Leisure BehaviourW 3C 0.5
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.
Prereq: Rec 301, Psych 357
REC 307 Group Processes in Physical Activity (Kin 354)W,S 3C 0.5
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. Prereq: 2 term courses in Psychology
REC 311 School Recreation
Listed without a description.
REC 312 Recreation and Community ActionS 3C¢ 0.5
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.
Prereq: Rec210
REC 316 Principles of Recreation Planning (Plan 344)W 3C 0.5
An exploration 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.
Prereq: Plan 100 or a full credit in Geography, or consent of instructor
REC 320 Evaluation of Recreational ProgrammesW 2C,2L 0.5
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. .
Prereq: Rec 270, 2 hrs. lab in community agencies
Rec 321-324 5
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.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
REC 331 Outdoor Education in RecreationF 2C,2L 0.5
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: Rec 230
REC 334 Park ManagementF 3c 0.5
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 equivalent
REC 361 Aging and LeisureW 3C 0.5
Social parameters of the aging process with particular reference to the Leisure Service Industry.
Prereq: Rec 301
REC 370 Directed Study in Special TopicsF,W,S 0.5
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.
Prereq: Faculty approval
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REC 371 Research Designs Applicable to Leisure StudiesF,W,S 3C 0.5
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
REC 400 Seminar in Recreation and LeisureW,S 3C 0.5
An in depth analysis of the current major issues and trends.
Fourth year Departmental students only
REC 402 Colloquium on Religion and Leisure
Listed without a description.
REC 406 Comparative Recreation SystemsS 1.0
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.
REC 410 Planning of Recreation FacilitiesF 3c 5S
A course to introduce the student to the planning, design and layout to recreation areas and facilities.
Prereq: Rec 210
REC 432 InterpretationW 3c 0.5
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.
Prereq: Rec 332 or consent of the instructor.
REC 434 Advanced Park ManagementW 3C 0.5
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. © Prereq: Rec 334
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REC 435 Recreation Resource PolicyF 3G 0.5
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.
Prereq: Rec 100 and Rec 230 or consent of instructor
REC 470 Research ProjectW,S 3C 5
An independent research project on an approved topic supervised by a faculty member. Required of all students enrolled in the Honours Recreation Programme.
Rec 470 includes an approved design and completion of the first segment of the paper. Prereq: Completion of an honours optional course
sequence. Rec 471 requires the completion of the project begun _ in 470.
REC 580 The Dynamics of Tourism2C,2D 5
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 a course in statistics. Open to advanced undergraduate students and graduate students.