LES102 Leisure Programming with Diverse Populations (8)

This subject examines the leisure and health needs of a variety of diverse populations. It introduces students to different types of leisure programming for individuals, groups and communities. Attitudes towards diversity and difference in human populations are explored as well as strategies to promote social inclusion through community leisure and recreation participation. The concepts of programming for leisure are introduced at the levels of planning, implementation and evaluation. The subject is designed to have students become actively involved in programming leisure opportunities for people with specific needs.

Subject Outlines
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Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Albury-Wodonga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: LES102. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • discuss and analyse the concept of diversity as it relates to citizenship and social inclusion/ exclusion;
  • discuss and critically analyse social processes, practices and structures that contribute to social exclusion and identify how the leisure practitioner may apply this knowledge to develop anti-discriminatory and inclusive leisure practices and programmes;
  • critically reflect on their own attitudes towards difference, diversity and inclusive citizenship;
  • have acquired the capacity to develop inclusive and anti-discriminatory leisure programs that integrate the concept of diversity;
  • develop the relevant academic literacy and learning skills essential for the successful completion of the academic and professional requirements of this subject, including critical reading, critical analysis, critical reflection, academic referencing and professional writing.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

- Theorising Diversity
- Narratives of Difference and Identity
- Citizenship and Leisure
- Rights and advocacy
- Understanding client experiences
- Working with individuals
- Working with groups
- Community leisure programs
- Community building
- The planning process
- Needs assessment
- Goals and objectives
- Evaluation

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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