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Program

The planned structure or content providing resources and activities for participants.

Programming

The process of creating and organizing the program, including scheduling, resource allocation, and staff training.

Program Development

Continuous improvement and structuring of programs based on feedback, assessments, and community needs.

Leisure

A human behavior defined by perceived freedom, intrinsic satisfaction, and positive affect.

Recreation

Activities undertaken for enjoyment and relaxation, often less structured and more spontaneous.

Games

Competitive, rule-based activities requiring specific skills and strategies.

Play

Unstructured and imaginative activities crucial for development and creativity.

Sport

Organized activities involving physical exertion and skill, often governed by rules.

Tourism

Leisure activities involving travel away from home for exploration and enjoyment.

Symbolic Interactionism

A sociological view that suggests reality is created through interpersonal interactions.

Leisure as a Social Event

Leisure involves multi-faceted interactions allowing participants to share experiences.

Meaning from Interaction

The meaning of leisure arises through social interaction, shaping perceptions and enjoyment.

Phases of the Leisure Experience

Includes anticipation, participation, and reflection in a program experience.

Emergent Nature of Leisure

Each leisure experience is unique and reconstructed in different contexts.

Situated Activity System

Actions situated within a structured social setting, with dynamic interrelated parts.

Six Basic Elements of a Situated Activity System

Include interacting people, physical setting, leisure objects, structures, relationships, and animation.

Animation

The flow of the program, central to providing engaging interactions.

Experience Economy

Experiences as a unique economic offering that people seek and are willing to pay for.

Product Differentiation

Distinction between goods, services, and experiences in the context of programming.

SMART Goals

Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Mission Statement

Frames the direction and scope of programs, defining the agency's commitment.

Needs Assessment

Process to understand participant desires to guide program development.

Interviews

One-on-one conversations to gain detailed insights from individuals.

Benefits-Based Programming (BBP)

Creating purposeful leisure experiences that align with program goals.

Outcome-Based Programming (OBP)

Focus on achieving specific outcomes through leisure experiences.

Animation Plan

Operationalizes the program's design through a sequence of events.

Promotion

Effectively communicating the program's value and benefits to foster engagement.

Evaluation

Analyzing program effectiveness and outcomes to guide improvements.

Program Life Cycle

Stages of programs evaluated for effectiveness: Introduction, Growth, Maturation, Saturation, Decline.

Data-Based Modifications

Adjustments to programs based on evaluation data to align with participant needs.

Participant Input

Feedback from participants to inform program development.

Public Interest

The relevance of programming to the broader community needs.

Macro Environment

The larger social, economic, and cultural environment affecting programming.

Collaboration and Coordination

Involvement of all organization levels in strategy development.

On-Site Supervision

Supervising staff during operations to enhance service delivery.

Evaluation Planning Process

Establishing purpose and audience for gathering relevant data.

Implementation Techniques

Specific methods used to collect and analyze evaluation data.

Job Analysis

Analyzing tasks and requirements to create job descriptions.

Program Scheduling

Coordinating program details for participation and satisfaction.

Transitioning Goals

Structuring goals from general to specific for clarity and alignment.

Community Need

Understanding and addressing the specific needs of the community.

Service Continuum

Various formats of programs offered to attract different customers.

Strategic Planning

Aligning services with agency mission and community needs based on resource limits.

Individual Needs

Understanding the personal requirements of participants.

Evaluation Report Passages

Organizing findings from evaluations to communicate with stakeholders.

Marketing

Identifying and analyzing audience segments to enhance participation.

Supplementary Policies

Rules and guidelines supporting program operations.

Interacting People

Participants who engage with each other and the program content.

Physical Setting

Environment where the program takes place, including natural and constructed settings.

Leisure Objects

Items or props used in the program to enhance the experience.

Relationships

Interpersonal connections that foster community and enhance experiences.

Animation Techniques

Strategies to maintain engaging dynamics within a program.

Differential Use of Marketing

Tailored marketing strategies for private, not-for-profit, commercial, and public agencies.

Compensation

Financial rewards for employees based on job performance.

Contracting for Personal Services

Using external services to fulfill program needs efficiently.