Recreation and Leisure Service Field Challenges in the 21st Century Quiz

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What is one concern that environmentalists may have regarding outdoor forms of recreation?

The impact on social interactions

The impact on mental health

The impact on the natural surroundings (correct)

The impact on physical fitness

Which of the following is considered a Purpose Built Attraction?

National parks

Zoological parks (correct)

Forests

Botanical parks

What does recreation encompass besides travel and tourism?

Sports fields

Membership in social clubs (correct)

Developmentally disabled centers

Physical rehabilitation centers

What are examples of Natural Attractions that drive people to travel?

Botanical parks Signup and view all the answers

How can recreation be experienced according to the text?

As a solitary experience or with thousands of participants Signup and view all the answers

What could be a primary focus of public agencies in some cities for providing recreation?

Cultural entertainment facilities Signup and view all the answers

What motivates curiosity seekers to visit today's mega resorts?

Must-see facilities Signup and view all the answers

In the context of casinos, what attracts people to health spas, beauty parlors, and amusement centers?

Amenity offerings Signup and view all the answers

Why do some casinos offer low room rates?

To attract gamblers Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of tourism does the micro perspective by Cruz (2019) focus on?

Benefits-based management Signup and view all the answers

According to Stainton (2021), what types of tourist attractions are purpose-built or man-made?

Theme parks and amusement centers Signup and view all the answers

How do hotels/casinos draw people to their establishments based on the provided text?

By providing amenity offerings like health spas and amusement centers Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges faced by recreational professionals in the 21st century according to the text?

Lack of public understanding of recreation's value Signup and view all the answers

In working with youth, what do recreational professionals emphasize as one of the key social purposes of recreation?

Community development Signup and view all the answers

Which approach do recreational professionals need to adopt in management according to the text?

Benefits-based management approach Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect in promoting recreation's identity as a health-related field?

Promoting higher values in youth sports competitions Signup and view all the answers

One of the strategies mentioned in the text for developing higher levels of professionalism in the recreation field is:

Pursuing accreditation, certification, and continuing education Signup and view all the answers

How can recreational professionals strive for fuller mainstreaming of persons with disabilities in community programs?

Promoting mainstreaming in community programs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Challenges in Recreation and Leisure Service Field

Recreational professionals must address diverse societal needs, including race, age, and gender.
Emphasize social purposes, such as working with youth, serving individuals with disabilities, and promoting community development.
Achieve public understanding of recreation and parks' value and the leisure-service profession.
Upgrade inner-city programs and facilities, particularly for minority populations.
Adopt a benefits-based management approach, researching and publicizing positive outcomes.
Promote recreation as a health-related field and develop partnerships with environmental organizations.
Expand and improve family-centered programs and facilities.
Encourage higher values and ethical practices in youth sports competitions.
Strive for fuller mainstreaming of persons with disabilities in community recreation programs.
Plan for recreation's long-term role in a potentially job-scarce economy.
Develop higher levels of professionalism through accreditation, certification, and continuing education.
Unify separate recreation and leisure service fields (public, nonprofit, commercial, and therapeutic) in common programs and projects.

Varied Views of Recreation and Leisure

Recreation can be viewed as a network of public agencies providing parks, playgrounds, and community centers.
For others, recreation may be found in senior centers, sheltered workshops, or treatment centers.
Environmentalists may focus on outdoor recreation's impact on natural surroundings.

Recreational Participation

Recreation includes a broad range of leisure activities, such as travel, tourism, cultural entertainment, and hobbies.
It can be experienced individually or with thousands of participants, and may be strenuous or mentally focused.
Recreation can be a lifelong interest or a single experience.

Attractions

Attractions can be classified into natural, purpose-built, and other categories.
Examples of natural attractions include national parks, forests, and zoological parks.
Purpose-built attractions are developed for tourism, such as casinos, resorts, and theme parks.
Attractions can be driven by social, economic, curiosity, or amenity-offering motivations.

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