Group dynamics in recreation and leisure: creating conscious groups through an experiential approach

People who choose a career in the recreation or leisure fields will spend a large amount of their time in groups. Group Dynamics in Recreation and Leisure:Creating Conscious Groups Through an Experiential Approach builds skills not only in working in group settings but also in creating and facilitating conscious groups. A conscious group is one that recognizes the personal growth of its members as the main group objective. Most people in recreational activities and events are looking to meet people and take part in positive group interaction, providing recreation professionals with a perfect opportunity to develop successful conscious groups. Group Dynamics in Recreation and Leisure introduces group dynamics theory and current research as it applies to recreation and leisure settings. It presents the key concepts and terms, a brief history of the field, and the various theories and models of group development. The text then explains the concept of the conscious group, describes the nature and components of a conscious group, and applies experiential learning theory to working with these groups.

• ISBN: 978-0-7360-6287-9
• Editorial: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 208
• Fecha Publicación: 01/02/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés