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Recreation: Its Character Building Influence, Its Part in the Community Life (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Bhind every activity of the Recreation Department stands the guiding hands of professionally trained leaders. This somewhat intangible quality is in part inherent and partly gained through intensive study and wide experience.
A recreation setup may be very rich as a physical plant such as well-equipped community centers, playgrounds and swimming pools; these features are very important in a well-rounded program but unless they are supervised and directed by persons who have the philosophy of recreation the objectives will not be realized.
Recreation leadership has become a profession. A vast body of literature, both technical and for the layman, has been written. The fast pace of modern living with the many complexities which it has brought about has created problems which were unknown a few years ago. The minds of individuals of all ages must be directed into healthy channels during their free hours. Recreation Leaders the country over noticing this, are directing their programs to this aim.
While it is true the colleges and universities each year are giving more ade quate training to recreation leaders, it is equally true that as a profession recrea tion leaders face the necessity of continuous training by staff members while in service. Professional growth in a marked degree inevitably results from carefully organized and wisely guided committee work. This is accomplished by the dime? Tors' meetings, the training courses and the development of a directors' hand book with its rich opportunity for work in the field of program planning and leadership.
Conferences - local, district and regional, are sources for professional growth and inspiration. Continuous reading and study of recreational publications afford opportunity for development.
The Recreation Training Institute held in San Francisco in March, 1938, was conducted by the National Recreation Association, in collaboration with the Recreation Commission. The purpose was to present new. Interpretations of objectives in recreation; to establish high standards of execution in leisure time guidance; to introduce a fresh viewpoint in recreation workers and to help them increase their skills in conducting activities.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 0266114431
- ISBN 13 9780266114437
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages31
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a wide-ranging overview of the San Francisco Recreation Commission and its diverse array of initiatives and services. The author presents a detailed account of the Commission's history, tracing its evolution from its inception in the early 20th century to its present-day status as a vital part of the city's cultural landscape. The book explores the Commission's mission to provide recreational opportunities for all residents of San Francisco, regardless of age, background, or physical ability. The author delves deeply into the various programs and activities offered by the Commission, including playgrounds, community centers, swimming pools, and mountain camps. They also highlight the Commission's commitment to fostering creativity and self-expression through art, music, and drama programs. The book also examines the Commission's efforts to address social issues such as juvenile delinquency and the need for safe and inclusive public spaces. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the San Francisco Recreation Commission's role in shaping the city's social, cultural, and physical well-being. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of recreation and leisure in the United States, as well as for those seeking insights into the challenges and opportunities facing urban recreation providers today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780266114437_0
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