{"product_id":"leisure-program-planning-and-delivery-2nd-edition-with-web-resource","title":"Leisure Program Planning and Delivery 2nd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-ancillaries\" id=\"display-ancillaries\"\u003eAncillaries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport community wellness by implementing successful recreation programming.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\n\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\n\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\n\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\n\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\n\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\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndergraduate students in recreation and leisure programs taking courses in recreation programming; those preparing for NRPA Certified Park and Recreational Professional (CPRP) certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Foundations of Leisure Programming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Importance of Programmed Leisure\u003cbr\u003eBenefits of Leisure\u003cbr\u003eLeisure and Well-Being\u003cbr\u003eProgrammed Leisure\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e The Profession of Leisure Programming\u003cbr\u003eThe Leisure Services Delivery System\u003cbr\u003eLeisure Service Sectors\u003cbr\u003eOrganizational Settings\u003cbr\u003ePersonal Qualities and Abilities of Programmers\u003cbr\u003eProfessionalism\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Programming Principles\u003cbr\u003eQuality\u003cbr\u003eCustomer Service\u003cbr\u003eCustomer Satisfaction\u003cbr\u003eDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion\u003cbr\u003ePublic Good\u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Sustainability\u003cbr\u003eEfficiency\u003cbr\u003eContinuous Improvement\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Leisure Program Components\u003cbr\u003eActivity Areas\u003cbr\u003eProgram Formats\u003cbr\u003ePutting the Components Together\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Overview of the Program Planning Process\u003cbr\u003eProgram Models\u003cbr\u003eProgram Planning Process\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary \u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Planning Preparations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Understanding Your Organization and Community\u003cbr\u003ePhilosophy, Values, Vision, and Mission\u003cbr\u003eUnderstanding the Community and Customers\u003cbr\u003eNetwork of Individual Constituents\u003cbr\u003eNetwork of Group Constituents\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Patrons’ Program Needs\u003cbr\u003eMethods of Needs Assessments\u003cbr\u003eIdentification, Interpretation, and Use of Data\u003cbr\u003eConducting a Needs Assessment\u003cbr\u003eUses of a Needs Assessment\u003cbr\u003eFrom Needs Assessment to Marketing Plan\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Program Goals and Objectives\u003cbr\u003eProgram Rationale\u003cbr\u003eFormulating Goals\u003cbr\u003ePreparing Objectives\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e The Program Plan\u003cbr\u003ePurposes of a Program Plan\u003cbr\u003eTypes of Program Plans\u003cbr\u003eElements of a Program Plan\u003cbr\u003eRole of Program Life Cycles\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Program Implementation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Making Operational Decisions\u003cbr\u003eBudgeting\u003cbr\u003eFacility Use, Coordination, and Scheduling\u003cbr\u003eProgram Promotion\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Leading and Supervising Programs\u003cbr\u003eDetermining Staffing Needs\u003cbr\u003eExpectations for Program Staff\u003cbr\u003eRecruiting, Training, and Retaining Staff\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Program Monitoring\u003cbr\u003eThe Importance of Program Monitoring\u003cbr\u003eSpecific Program Monitoring Systems\u003cbr\u003eOther Program Monitoring Systems\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary \u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Managing Risk in Leisure Programs\u003cbr\u003eDeveloping a Risk Management Plan\u003cbr\u003eConducting Programs With Care\u003cbr\u003eSupervising Participant Behavior\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Program Evaluation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Evaluation Approaches\u003cbr\u003eTimetables for Evaluation\u003cbr\u003eRationale for Evaluation\u003cbr\u003eWhen Not to Evaluate\u003cbr\u003eTypes of Evaluation\u003cbr\u003eIntegrity and Ethics in Program Evaluation\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Evaluation Steps\u003cbr\u003eThe Evaluation Plan\u003cbr\u003eEvaluation Design\u003cbr\u003eSelecting a Sample\u003cbr\u003eImportance of Resource Allocation\u003cbr\u003eData Interpretation\u003cbr\u003ePreparing the Final Report\u003cbr\u003eClosing the Loop\u003cbr\u003eChapter Summary\u003cbr\u003eChapter Review Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmy R. Hurd, PhD, CPRE,\u003c\/b\u003e is the associate vice president of undergraduate education at Illinois State University and is a professor in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation, specializing in recreation and sport management. At Illinois State, she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in management, recreation programming, and recreation leadership. She earned her doctoral degree from Indiana University, where she also served as a visiting lecturer in management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Hurd brings extensive practical experience to her teaching and scholarship. She has served as special events coordinator and marketing director for the Champaign Park District in Illinois and has authored six textbooks on various aspects of parks and recreation. It was at the Champaign Park District that Dr. Hurd and Dr. Anderson first collaborated as programmers; they have since coauthored three textbooks together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn experienced international educator, Dr. Hurd was a visiting scholar at Srinakharinwirot University in Bangkok, Thailand, studying sustainable tourism, and has led student and faculty cultural tourism immersions at Opole University of Technology (Poland) and the Universidad de Cuyo and Universidad de Mendoza (Argentina). She is a regular instructor in Indiana University’s executive development program and was elected to the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDenise M. Anderson, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e serves as the associate dean for undergraduate studies, faculty success, and well-being in the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences at Clemson University, where she is also a full professor in the department of parks, recreation, and tourism management. She brings a wealth of practical experience to her academic career, having spent four years as an adult sport coordinator for the Champaign Park District and serving for 14 years as the camp director for Finding Your Voice, a weekend camp for girls. These roles shaped her expertise in program design, implementation, and evaluation, grounding her scholarship in real-world applications that enhance the student learning experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Anderson’s research examines issues of access and inclusion, particularly related to girls’ and women’s participation in sport and recreation, as well as the impact of recreation in the lives of college students. Her work has been widely disseminated through more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and three textbooks, contributing significantly to the literature in leisure studies and recreation management. Recognized for her scholarly impact and leadership in the field, she is a fellow of both the Academy of Leisure Sciences and the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated educator and leader, Dr. Anderson is committed to advancing undergraduate education and faculty development while promoting well-being across the academic community. She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where her professional and research interests began to converge into a lifelong commitment to fostering equitable opportunities for engagement in leisure and recreation. Through her administrative leadership, teaching, and scholarship, she continues to champion inclusive practices that empower students, faculty, and communities alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/motivation-strategies-keep-recreation-program-participants-coming-back\"\u003eMotivation strategies keep recreation program participants coming back\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-two-basic-types-of-evaluation-needed-in-recreation-and-park-programs\"\u003eThe two basic types of evaluation needed in recreation and park programs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/three-basic-steps-of-leisure-programming-efforts\"\u003eThree basic steps of leisure programming efforts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-are-the-benefits-of-leisure\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of leisure?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-ancillaries\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll ancillaries are free to adopting instructors through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.humankinetics.com\/pages\/ancillary-materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHK\u003ci\u003ePropel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstructor guide. \u003c\/b\u003eIncludes a program plan, sample syllabus, lecture aids, chapter activities, and links to web resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTest package.\u003c\/b\u003e Contains 336 questions in true-false, fill-in-the-blank, essay and short-answer, and multiple-choice formats. The files may be downloaded for integration with a learning management system or printed for use as paper-based tests. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter quizzes. \u003c\/b\u003eContains ready-made quizzes (9-10 questions each) to assess student comprehension of the most important concepts in each chapter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePresentation package.\u003c\/b\u003e Features more than 180 PowerPoint slides of text, artwork, and tables from the book that can be used for class discussion and presentation. The slides in the presentation package can be used directly within PowerPoint or printed to make handouts for students. 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