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KHE333

Community Recreation

  • Education
  • 300 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 108 pages
  • 16 units

This course introduces students to community recreation, emphasizing the importance of individual participation in recreational activities. It explores the history, objectives, and types of traditional wrestling in Nigeria, as well as the scope and benefits of community recreation. Students will learn about planning recreational activities, selecting appropriate criteria, and understanding the characteristics of recreational activities. The course also covers tourist attractions, agencies providing recreation, and solutions to common problems.

About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
40 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor marked assessments
  • Final examination

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

KHE333 · UNIT 1 CONCEPT OF RECREATION

5.0 SUMMARY In this unit 1, you have learnt the meaning of recreation and the perceptions of various authors about the definition of Recreation. This various definition will enable you to understand more about recreation in general.

What you should be able to do

  1. Define and explain the concept of recreation.
  2. Describe the history, objectives, and types of traditional wrestling in Nigeria.
  3. Identify and classify different types of recreational activities.
  4. Analyze the benefits of recreation for individuals and communities.
  5. Apply principles and guidelines for planning community recreation activities.
  6. Evaluate the criteria for selecting appropriate recreational activities.
  7. Recognize the essential characteristics of recreation.
  8. Identify tourist and recreational attraction centers in Nigeria.
  9. Describe the agencies involved in providing recreation.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Recreation Officer
  • Community Development Officer
  • Sports Administrator
  • Tourism Officer
  • Event Planner
Where it is applied
  • Sports and Recreation
  • Tourism
  • Community Development
  • Event Management
  • Public Health

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation

    Unit 3: History of Traditional Wrestling in Nigeria

    Requires understanding of the historical context and cultural significance of wrestling in various Nigerian communities.

  • Module 3: Planning and Provision of Recreation

    Unit 1: Guidelines for Planning Community Recreation Activities

    Requires critical evaluation of community needs and resources to ensure effective and inclusive recreational planning.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation
    • Unit 1: The Concept of Recreation · 2 hours

      Read the definition of recreation.. Understand the perceptions of various authors on recreation.. Reflect on personal experiences with recreation..

  2. Week 2Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation
    • Unit 2: The Perceptions of Recreation by Different Authors · 2 hours

      Study the different authors' perceptions of recreation.. Compare and contrast various definitions.. Identify the common themes in these perceptions..

  3. Week 3Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation
    • Unit 3: History of Traditional Wrestling in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Explore the origins and cultural significance of traditional wrestling.. Examine its role in Nigerian communities.. Identify the values promoted by traditional wrestling..

  4. Week 4Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation
    • Unit 4: Objectives of Traditional Wrestling in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Understand the objectives of traditional wrestling.. Analyze its impact on community development.. Discuss the benefits of wrestling for participants..

  5. Week 5Module 1: Overview of Community Recreation
    • Unit 5: Types of Traditional Wrestling in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Learn about the different types of traditional wrestling.. Compare and contrast the rules and techniques.. Discuss the cultural variations in wrestling styles..

  6. Week 6Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 1: History of Recreation in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Trace the history of recreation in Nigeria.. Understand the influence of cultural and environmental factors.. Discuss the evolution of recreational activities over time..

  7. Week 7Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 2: Scope of Recreational Activities in the Community · 2 hours

      Explore the scope of recreational activities in the community.. Identify the different types of activities.. Analyze the factors that influence participation..

  8. Week 8Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 3: Types of Recreational Activities in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Learn about the various types of recreational activities in Nigeria.. Categorize activities based on their nature and purpose.. Discuss the benefits of each type of activity..

  9. Week 9Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 4: Objectives of Recreational Activities · 2 hours

      Understand the objectives of recreational activities.. Analyze the impact of recreation on individual well-being.. Discuss the role of recreation in community development..

  10. Week 10Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 5: Benefits of Recreation and Leisure · 2 hours

      Explore the benefits of recreation and leisure.. Identify the positive outcomes of participation.. Discuss the impact of recreation on health, economy, and environment..

  11. Week 11Module 2: Scope of Recreational Activities
    • Unit 6: Principles of Community Recreation · 2 hours

      Learn about the principles of community recreation.. Understand the guidelines for planning recreational activities.. Discuss the importance of community involvement..

  12. Week 12Module 3: Planning and Provision of Recreation
    • Unit 1: Guidelines for Planning Community Recreation Activities · 2 hours

      Understand the guidelines for planning community recreation activities.. Analyze the factors that influence planning decisions.. Discuss the importance of community involvement..

    • Unit 2: Criteria for Selecting Community Recreational Activities · 2 hours

      Explore the criteria for selecting community recreational activities.. Identify the factors that make an activity suitable.. Discuss the importance of safety and inclusivity..

  13. Week 13Module 3: Planning and Provision of Recreation
    • Unit 3: Essential Characteristics of Recreation · 2 hours

      Learn about the essential characteristics of recreational activities.. Understand the factors that contribute to enjoyment and satisfaction.. Discuss the importance of personal choice and motivation..

    • Unit 4: Some Tourist/Recreational Attraction Centers in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Explore some tourist/recreational attraction centers in Nigeria.. Identify the attractions and amenities available.. Discuss the role of tourism in community development..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Create a timeline of key events in the history of recreation in Nigeria from Unit 6 Module 1.
  • Develop a comparative chart outlining the different types of traditional wrestling from Unit 5 Module 1.
  • Practice applying the guidelines for planning community recreation activities from Unit 1 Module 3 to hypothetical scenarios.
  • Review the objectives and benefits of recreation from Units 4 and 5 Module 2, focusing on how they relate to community well-being.
  • Memorize the list of tourist/recreational attraction centers in Nigeria from Unit 4 Module 3, grouping them by region.
  • Outline the roles and responsibilities of the agencies providing recreation from Unit 5 Module 3, focusing on their contributions to community development.

Questions students ask about this course

What is KHE333 about?

This course introduces students to community recreation, emphasizing the importance of individual participation in recreational activities. It explores the history, objectives, and types of traditional wrestling in Nigeria, as well as the scope and benefits of community recreation. Students will learn about planning recreational activities, selecting appropriate criteria, and understanding the characteristics of recreational activities. The course also covers tourist attractions, agencies providing recreation, and solutions to common problems.

How many units does KHE333 have?

KHE333, Community Recreation, has 16 units across 3 modules, over 108 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is KHE333?

KHE333 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Education.

Is KHE333 hard?

KHE333 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.

How long does KHE333 take to study?

About 40 hours of study, spread across its 16 units.

How is KHE333 assessed?

KHE333 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.

What can I do with KHE333?

Recreation Officer, Community Development Officer, Sports Administrator, Tourism Officer and Event Planner.

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