BC3 Academic Catalog: 2024-2025
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PKMT 102 - Recreation Leadership 3 Credits: (3 lecture)
Course Description
This course is the study of group dynamics in park and recreation management. The emphasis is on the application of group process principles, leadership development, factors influencing team dynamics, and interpersonal skills. Students will apply classroom theory by participating in and leading group activities.
Note Fall semester only. Field trip required.
Text
Jordan, Debra J. Leadership in Leisure Services. 4th ed. State College: Venture, 2017.
Objectives
The student will be able to
A. Describe and apply leadership techniques to a group setting.
B. Apply group management principles by leading an activity.
C. Discuss and identify personality traits of individuals within a group setting.
D. Demonstrate traits of effectiveleadership including ethical, social, moral, and communicative intelligence.
E. Identify techniques to manage and motivate an individual or team.
F. Use group management techniques to manage difficult behaviors.
G. Evaluate personal leadership strengths and weaknesses.
H. Participate in leadership activities and provide constructive feedback to the leader.
Content
A. Leadership theories and styles
B. Traits and qualities of successful leaders
C. Personal and group personality traits
D. Interpersonal skills development
E. Leadership facilitation and activity leading
F. Team building and trust development
G. Motivating and managing individuals and teams
H. Communication skillsfor leaders
I. Managing difficult behaviors
Student Evaluation
Evaluation will be based upon examinations, assignments, attendance of field trips, and presentations. Means of determining final grade will be reviewed with students at the beginning of the semester.Bibliography
Covey, Stephen R. Principle-Centered Leadership. New York: Summit Books, 1991.
Covey, Stephen R. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People: Restoring the Character Ethic. New York: Simon, 1989.
Dattilo, John and William D. Murphy. Leadership Education Program Planning: A Systematic Approach. State College: Venture, 1991.
Ford, Phyllis M., and James Blanchard. Leadership and Administration of Outdoor Pursuits. State College: Venture, 1993.
Godin, Seth. Small is the New Big: And 183 Other Riffs, Rants, and Remarkable Business Ideas. New York: Portfolio, 2006.
Schragis, Steven. 10 Clowns Don’t Make a Circus -249 Other Critical Management Success Strategies. Avon: Adams, 2006.
Spears, Larry C. Insights on Leadership: Service, Stewardship, Spirit, and Servant-Leadership. New York: Wiley, 1998.
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