RPT 220.01 Leisure Lifestyle Development FALL 2014
Leisure Lifestyle Development
Semester: / Fall 2014 / Professor: / Nancy L. McGinnisCourse #: / RPT 220 / Section #: 01 / Office: / HSS 309
Course Title: / Leisure Lifestyle Development / Cell: / 415-307-0082 cell
Schedule #: / 19573 / E-mail: /
Units: / 3
Location: / SCI 101 / Department: / Recreation, Parks and Tourism
Day(s): / Monday / Office: / HSS 305
Time: / 4:10 pm-6:55 pm / Phone: / 415-338-2030 / Fax: / 415-338-0543
Office Hours: / Monday (3p.m. to 4p.m.) & by appointment / E-mail: /
Web: /
I. Bulletin Description
A. Course Description: An overview of leisure with emphasis on how the optimal leisure experience can contribute to one’s total well-being/acquiring leisure activity skills/techniques and methods of evaluation and enriching one’s personal leisure. Not open to recreation majors.
B. GE Requirements: RPT 220 meets Behavioral and Social Sciences Area requirement. (Category A and LLD Lifelong Development requirement.)
II. Learning Outcomes
The following are learning outcomes that you will learn as a result of completing this course. The student will be capable of:
- Defining and differentiating between the contrasting views of leisure
- Explain the philosophy of leisure throughout history
- Identify benefits of leisure and strategies to negotiate barriers to leisure participation
- Explain how leisure affects time and how time affects leisure
- Articulate the importance of leisure to one’s quality of life
- Develop a leisure lifestyle plan and present a leisure component to others
- Create a leisure philosophy statement
- Explain how the stress response works and how humor mitigates the negative consequences
- Discuss the concept of leisure from a global perspective
- Completing learning objectives stated at the beginning of each class, synthesizing classroom material, and applying information to class discussion topics.
III. Course Structure
Students are expected to participate actively in a variety of learning activities both inside and outside of class designed to optimize personal and theoretical integration of the subject matter. This class is designed to create a “learning community”. Each student will be part of multiple learning groups during the semester. Class will take place in a variety of locations both on and off campus. Mandatory field trips will be discussed during class & on the first meeting day. Cooperative efforts on the part of all students toward creating an environment conducive to learning will be expected and appreciated. This syllabus and iLearn are the best tools to assist you maximize your learning in this course.
IV.Textbook and Equipment
Leisure Enhancement(4th Edition) by Michael J. Leitner and Sara Leitner - Routledge Publishing; Additional readings and/or handouts will be disseminated throughout the course, and it is the student’s responsibility for obtaining all materials.
V.Course Assignments
ASSIGNMENT #1: Exploring Leisure Website Review 25 points
Read and review a series of selected websites and write a half page summary on each. Websites are of your choosing. Find subjects/activities/areas that you are interested in. Ten websites should be reviewed, resulting in a 5-page paper. Look to iLearn for specific information regarding this assignment. This assignment will be turned in online via TURNITIN. See specifics on iLearn. Click onto TURNITIN and enter where indicated.
ASSIGNMENT #2: Group Leisure Experience 75 points
Students will be formed into teams and participate in a unique and memorable recreational experience that ideally no one has done before (walk across the GG Bridge, take a walking tour in San Francisco, run around Lake Merced, visit the De Young Museum, go to the Steinhart Aquarium, etc.) Guidelines for this assignment will be discussed in class & posted on iLearn. Individuals should take responsibility to ensure that the group presentation accurately describes the experience. Groups will be responsible to present via Power Point, photos of the activity. All members must be represented on the presentation. Bring your presentation on a jump drive or email to yourself. Class computer will be used. Be ready to present on the due date listed.
ASSIGNMENT #3: Leisure Lifestyle Plan 75 points
Each student will develop a leisure wellness goal for the semester and construct a leisure wellness plan. Class time will be allotted to work on the goal and plan. This plan should address an area of your own leisure wellness (based on class concepts) that you would like to enhance (e.g. increasing playfulness, developing leisure assertiveness, time management, stress reduction, coping skills, life-work balance, finding meaning, etc.) All the information on this process will be located on iLearn. This assignment is to be turned in via TURNITIN.
ASSIGNMENT #4: Field Trip- Challenge Course and Reflection 50 points
This class utilizes field trips to enhance the experiential learning component of the class. There will be one mandatory field trip which is the Challenge Course. A reflective essay will be submitted that accurately relates to reflection of the challenge course activities in a way that directly connects class topics and life experiences. This reflection should be focused on the “what did I learn that I can use in my life” lessons, not a play-by-play of what happened. Due before the next class meeting.
Location: Ft Miley, San Francisco near Ocean Beach/Cliff House
Cost: $25 due on March 13, 2014 (see info on iLearn)
Date and Time: Saturday, March 15, 2014
Exams- Midterm and Final 100 points each (200 total points)
There will be two comprehensive exams based on the textbook content, lectures, presentations, and in class materials. The exam may consist of true/false, multiple choice, and short answer questions. No make-up exam will be given without prior approval and only will be given in the event of family emergencies or illness verified by a doctor’s note. Purchase a green colored (8 ½ x 11 “) Zeus form from the SFSU bookstore, and a #2 pencil to complete the exams in class.
Participation & Attendance 100 points
This class is designed to foster personal leisure lifestyle development. Full participation in class activities is considered paramount to a successful learning experience in this class In-class group activities, quizzes, and reflection exercises (both in and outside class) will be given regularly throughout the semester to reinforce course material, and will be worth 20% (100 points) of your total grade. Participation is considered an integral part of the learning process, and therefore, students are responsible for attending class. Students will not be allowed to make-up participation exercises. Participation points will be deducted if your participation negatively affects the learning environment. Students will not be allowed to make up participation points. Please check iLearn for class assignments, readings, announcements & updates.
Cell phones/text messaging or pagers should be turned off during class. Usage during class will not be tolerated & the student will be asked to leave the class. Laptops, PDAs and other electronic devices should not be used in class, unless required during an in-class assignment or by permission of the Professor.
Contract
On the last page of this syllabus, you will find a Student Contract. Please review, sign and return by Monday, SEPTEMBER 8, 2014. NO EMAILS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Notes:
Writing requirements: Students must follow the format specified in the RLS Writing guidelines. Papers not following theseguidelines may be returned to be re-written or not accepted or lose points (based on the instructor’s discretion.) It is your responsibility to proofread all papers and to check spelling and grammar. Some students have found success in having someone else read their paper, to spot errors.
Points will be deducted from assignments for incorrect spelling, improper grammar, poor sentence structure, messy, and poorly organized papers. It is essential to use grammar check and spell-check before submitting a paper. Papers with 5 or more grammatical or spelling errors are subject to a significant grade deduction.
Students are expected to turn in all assignments as indicated. No assignment to be sent via e-mail to the instructor.
VI.Grading Criteria
Written Assignment Rubric
Area / Grade (Deficiencies - Type of Writer)A
Negligible - Exceptional / B
Minor - Strong / C
Intermittent - Capable / D
Numerous - Developing
Directions
(10%) / Followed directions and completed all requirements in detail (evidence of time & effort). / Followed directions and completed all requirements. Missed minor detail (e.g., staple). / Followed directions and completed majority of requirements. Missed a few minor details. / Followed directions and partially completed requirements (evidence of lack of time and effort).
Content
and
Development
(30%) / Paper consistently, clearly, and effectively conveys a focused thesis. Topic has sufficient depth and development; supported by evidence, examples, and details. References are used carefully and cited correctly. Ideas and/or arguments are insightful and thought-out. Critical and creative thinking is important in terms of topic complexity and perspective. / Paper is fairly well defined, focused, and supported. The thesis - stated or implied - is adequate, but could be sharpened. Topic depth and development are sufficient, but stronger references could have been used. Ideas and/or arguments are clear, and reasoning is thorough. Writer demonstrates a thoughtful awareness of topic complexity and other points of view. / Paper communicates an inconsistent or general thesis. A lack in focus exists. The supporting evidence, gathered honestly and used responsibly, is, nevertheless, often obvious and easily accessible. Ideas and/or arguments are broad and often predictable. The writer demonstrates little awareness of the topic’s complexity or other points of view. / Paper has a flawed or missing thesis statement. Obvious evidence may be missing or irrelevant. Focus and support are inconsistent or inadequately interpreted and based on an insufficient understanding of topic. Ideas and/or arguments may rely too heavily on evidence from published sources without adding original analysis. Writer has no sense of complexity or perspective.
Organization
(30%) / Introduction establishes a context and purpose, and captures the reader’s attention. Paragraphs are controlled by topic sentences and are well developed. Sequencing is logical and transitions are smooth. Conclusion moves beyond a mere restatement of the introduction, offering application, implications and/or significance of the topic. / Paper has effective beginning and ending. The order of information is logical, and the reader can follow it because of well-chosen transitions and topic sentences. The essay develops across paragraphs and has an inferable or explicit chapter of organization. Paragraph divisions are logical and use enough specific detail to satisfy the educated reader. / Organization is fairly clear, but does not develop significantly from paragraph to paragraph. They have adequate development and are divided appropriately. Organization may be list-like. Transitions may be mechanical, but foster coherence. Organization is uneven. Introduction and conclusion are present, but have difficulty supporting central idea. / Organization is difficult to see or infer. Introductions or conclusions may not be clearly marked or functional; paragraphs may not be coherently developed nor arranged; topic sentences are consistently missing, murky, or inappropriate; transitions are missing or flawed. Paper is disorganized, incomplete, and difficult to follow.
Writing style
and
Conventions
(30%) / Writing style is direct, expressive, original, and rhythmic. May contain a few surface errors, but does not undermine overall effectiveness of paper. Usage, grammar, and conventions enhance readability. Prose and conventions demonstrate fluency and clarity adding interest and imagery to text. / Writing style is clear and readable. Sentence structure is appropriate for educated readers, but could be more expressive, direct, and/or rhythmic. Few sentence-level errors appear. Punctuation, usage, and spelling are appropriate; vocabulary is precise and adds to expression. / Writing style is functional, but simplistic. Sentence structure may be choppy and/or repetitive. Paper is generally free of sentence-level errors; word choice is correct though limited and may be used incorrectly. Spelling, usage, and punctuation errors may reveal a lack of familiarity with writing conventions. / Writing style is fraught with errors. Sentence structure is often repetitive, and wording may sound awkward with text being difficult to read aloud. Numerous and consistent errors in spelling, usage, and punctuation reveal unfamiliarity with writing conventions. Lack of proofreading evident.
VII.Grading Scale
Assignments/Exams
Points
Possible % of Grade
Exploring Individual Leisure Activity, Paper25 5%
Leisure Activity, Presentation 75 15%
Ropes Course, Fort Miley50 10%
Leisure Lifestyle Plan50 10%
Midterm Exam 100 20%
Final Exam 10020%
Attendance/Participation/Assignments 100 20%
TotalPoints / % / Grade /
Total Points
/ % / Grade465-500 / 93-100 / A / 365-384 / 73-76.5 / C
450-464 / 90-92.8 / A- / 350-364 / 70-72.5 / C-
435-449 / 87-89.5 / B+ / 335-349 / 67-69.5 / D+
415-434 / 83-86.5 / B / 315-334 / 63-66.5 / D
400-414 / 80-82.5 / B- / 300-314 / 60-62.5 / D-
385-399 / 77-79.5 / C+ / 0-299 / 0-59.5 / F
VIII.Class Policies
Attendance -Attendance will be measured by the students’ attendance and participation in class. Participation is critical to the learning process, and therefore, students are expected to attend every class on time and stay for the entire time period, actively participate in class discussions, exercises, and other activities that will reinforce material, and come prepared having completed readings and assignments. Excessive tardiness or absences will lead to a lower grade. No excuses (excluding medical reasons with documentation from a physician) will be accepted for absences.
Cheating - Cheating is the actual or attempted practice of fraudulent or deceptive acts for the purpose of improving one’s grade or obtaining course credit; such acts also include assisting another to do so. Plagiarism is a specific form of cheating which consists of the misuse of the published and/or unpublished works of others by misrepresenting the material so used as one’s own work. Penalties for cheating and plagiarism can range from an F on a particular assignment, through an F for the course, to expulsion from the University. Students who cheat during a quiz or examination will receive 0 points for that quiz or exam. Students who plagiarize will receive an “F” in the course.
In this course, we will use TURNITIN, an electronic resource that compares your essay tointernet sources and a comprehensive database of other papers. It creates an originality report identifying which parts of your essay match any of their sources that will make it easy for you to make sure that you have cited all your sources and haven’t accidentally picked up another author’s language. All required papers will be submitted through the TURNITIN portal on the course iLearn website for the detection of plagiarism and retained as source documents in the TURNITIN reference database to be used solely for the purpose of detecting plagiarism of such papers. Essays that are not submitted through TURNITIN by the due date will be given an “F” grade.
Assignment Submission - All hardcopy paper assignments are due at the beginning of class on the due date. Assignments received after this time period will be penalized. Late assignments will not be accepted after 2 days. Late assignments are required to be hand delivered to the HSS 307 office where it will be date/time stamped by office personnel. Faxed or email documents will not be accepted. TURNITIN is used to turn all your assignments in.
Class Behavior - In the classroom, students are expected to respect the rights of others and their differing viewpoints. Student conduct that disrupts the learning process will not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action and/or removal from class. Students are expected to refrain from carrying on side conversations when the professor, guests, and/or other students are addressing the class. Students are also required to turn off PDAs, cell phones, and pagers; and remove head phones during class. Please be respectful and courteous.
Class Participation/Activities and Projects- Regular class attendance and active, quality participation in discussions are expected. Each student is expected to keep up with course readings and should be prepared to discuss assigned readings for each class session. In the event of a missed class, it is the responsibility of the student to find out from other students any information/lecture material from the missed class.
The class participation grade is a subjective grade, by the instructor, based on a student’s overall level of engagement/participation in class activities and assignments; this includes both qualitative and quantitative participation, including consideration given to attendance.
College of Health and Social Sciences
Fall 2014
From: Interim Dean Alvin Alvarez
B. CHSS Policy
Syllabi are to incorporate the Academic Senate Policy regarding finals week, the deadlines or withdrawals, late adds, CR/NC option and information related to course registration and Disability Programs and Resource Center. A sample listing of the required College policies are shown below.
Final Exam: According to Academic Senate policy F76-12 a time period is set aside at the end of each semester for a formal examination period. All classes are expected to meet during the final examination period whether an examination is given or not. The final examination schedule is published each semester in the Class Schedule.
CHSS Withdrawal Policy: The last day to drop a class is September 8th, 2014 until 11:59pm. Starting September 9th – November 21st, 2014 you must submit a withdrawal petition. Withdrawal from a class starting September 9th, 2014 will be considered for serious and compelling reasons only and must have accompanying documentation. The following reasons are not considered serious and compelling: Changing your major, poor performance, class not required for graduation/major, or more time needed for other classes. If you wish to withdraw from class due to unexpected changes in your work schedule, illness or family emergencies, documentation will be required, along with a copy of unofficial transcripts. If you are requesting a withdrawal, bring your petition and appropriate documentation to the instructor. From November 22nd – December 15th, 2014 you may not withdraw from a class or the University, except in the case of a serious documented illness or verified accident.
CR/NC Option: The last day to request CR/NC option is October 20th, 2014 until 11:59pm. The Associate Dean will not approve requests for changes if you miss this deadline.
Late Add Policy: The period to add classes via permit numbers is August 25th- September 8th, 2014. The period to add classes by Exception (2nd set of permit numbers) is September 9th-22nd, 2014. It is your responsibility to procure a late permit number from your instructor and add the class. Faculty cannot add you into a class. Starting September 23rd, 2014a Waiver of College Regulations form must be signed by your instructor, Chair and CHSS Associate Dean to add. This will be approved only if there was an administrative error.