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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
2 semester hours This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent and treat injuries effectively and safely. American Red Cross certification in Community First Aid and CPR will be awarded to students who qualify. (Fall and Spring) No prerequisites.
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2.00 Credits
2 semester hours This course addresses methodologies for teaching a variety of non-traditional games, including team challenges, problem solving activities, and cooperative games. Concepts will include a challenge by choice philosophy, setting goals and objectives, planning for the physical and emotional safety of the participants, sequencing of activities, and processing the experience. (Fall) Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours This course focuses on the development of foundational leadership knowledge and skills within the recreation field. Students will learn about various leadership styles, interpersonal and organizational communication, motivational theories, group dynamics, process and technical skills, as well as knowledge of liability and risk management issues. (Fall) Prerequisite: Taken concurrently with REC2750.
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1.00 Credits
1 semester hour This course focuses on application and development of leadership knowledge and skills needed to deliver recreation and leisure programs. Opportunities are offered for diverse leadership experiences in designated community recreation settings. Includes classroom experience and a minimum of 50 hours of practical experience. (Fall) Prerequisites: REC1760 or consent of the instructor. Taken concurrently with REC2220.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours The role of sport in society, participant needs and satisfaction regarding sport involvement andmanagement responsibilities in club sports, intramurals and athletics. Students will develop an understanding of the administration aspect of comprehensive sports programs and special event formats including organizational philosophy, financing, facilities, equipment, risk management, legal considerations, personnelmanagement,marketing and sports information. Students will also gain insight into the use of sport and leisure special events within various leisure service delivery agencies and for diverse populations. No prerequisites.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours Introduction to programming concepts and theory for delivering recreation and leisure programs. Planning, implementing and evaluating program services. Addresses a variety of program formats including education, competition and special events. Prerequisites: REC2220 and REC2750 or equivalent experience determined by instructor. Taken concurrently with REC3750.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours Students study outdoor education historical program development. Topics include introduction to outdoor education curriculum development, teaching techniques, and administrative programming practices. Students will participate in developing curricula and activities appropriate for extending academic classroom subjects to the outdoors according to Illinois State standards of education. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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1.00 Credits
1 semester hour This course focuses on enhancing professional skills for implementing leisure/recreation programs and services. Students gain practical programming experience in an agency related to their particular specialization and interest. Includes classroom experience and a minimum of 50 hours of practical experience. Prerequisites: REC1760, REC2750 and consent of the instructor. Taken concurrently with REC3330.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours This course in recreation administration examines issues and ethical situations in the profession. Students will employ critical thinking skills in applying both their own values and knowledge and the core values of the University: integrity, citizenship, continuous learning and excellence. Topics will include multiculturalism, gender equity, accessibility, the use of the environment, professionalism, competence and the future. This course prepares students for their internship and professional practice. Prerequisites: Junior standing and all practicum experiences. Writing intensive course.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours This course introduces the student to adventure education philosophy, skills, programming ethics and methods, facilitation techniques, as well as safety and risk management principles. This class is experiential in nature andmay include activities such as initiatives, rock climbing, and personal challenges. (Spring) Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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