{"product_id":"leisure-program-planning-and-delivery-1","title":"Leisure Program Planning and Delivery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport community wellness by implementing successful recreation programming.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its core, \u003ci\u003eLeisure Program Planning and Delivery, Second Edition With Web Resource,\u003c\/i\u003e recognizes \u003cb\u003ethe power of leisure\u003c\/b\u003e to enhance the health and well-being of both individuals and the community. Students will learn how to plan and implement recreation programming in a variety of settings, culminating in the development of a programming portfolio. In addition, recreation and leisure practitioners will find this resource valuable in preparing for \u003cb\u003eCertified Park and Recreation Professional\u003c\/b\u003e certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuch has changed in the field of leisure services since the release of the first edition. The revised and updated second edition of \u003ci\u003eLeisure Program Planning and Delivery\u003c\/i\u003e features a wealth of new content:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew insights and trends on how people engage in leisure time—and how leisure affects one's sense of purpose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated \u003cb\u003eprinciples \u003c\/b\u003eregarding recreation programming—including customer service and satisfaction, diversity and inclusion, and environmental sustainability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded discussions on \u003cb\u003eequitable access, facility locations, \u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003eserving marginalized communities\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights on key areas of leisure services, including an expanded interest in overall wellness and well-being\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnological advancements, including online registration systems and data collection tools, used to conduct needs assessments, enhance customer service, and inform marketing, grant writing, and program improvement initiatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential information on \u003cb\u003erisk management\u003c\/b\u003e and on \u003cb\u003eemergency planning and response\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe text is divided into four parts, covering the foundations of programming, planning preparations, program implementation, and program evaluation. In addition, the text introduces students to the 9 key areas of leisure services—sports, fitness, and well-being; aquatics; fine arts; crafts; music; hobbies; outdoors, nature, and adventure; travel and tourism; and community and enrichment activities—and the wide range of programming options and career opportunities available within this dynamic and rewarding field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach chapter contains at least one case study; these case studies represent a variety of settings and are based on real agencies sponsoring real programs. Included online resources prepare students to apply classroom concepts to professional settings, highlighted by a semester-long project requiring students to create their own programming portfolio, building on assignments provided in each chapter of the textbook.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecreation and leisure activities play a \u003cb\u003ecrucial role\u003c\/b\u003e in supporting emotional, physical, and social well-being in local communities and around the world. \u003ci\u003eLeisure Program Planning and Delivery, Second Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e prepares students to \u003cb\u003eplan, implement, and evaluate\u003c\/b\u003e these valuable programs across all areas of leisure services. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amy R. Hurd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56191871779194,"sku":"9781492588566","price":76.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0308\/2292\/4420\/files\/9781492588566.jpg?v=1780382693","url":"https:\/\/human-kinetics-2020.myshopify.com\/products\/leisure-program-planning-and-delivery-1","provider":"Human Kinetics Europe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}