SR201
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on:
1) Leisure explosion in the 20th century.
2) Decline of leisure since 1980.
3) Real Leisure vs Perceived Leisure.
4) Factors causing a decline in free time.
5) Factors causing an increase in free time.
6) Leisure positively impacting mental health.
HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3.
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 3.
-Read Into The Wild Chapters 4 & 5.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 due.
STUDY GUIDE:
Textbook Chapter 2
-Define "Leisure Class" "Leisure Ethic" "Limitless Materialism"
-Factors causing a decline in free time in the future
-Factors causing an increase in free time in the future
-Leisure positively impacting mental health
Textbook Chapter 3
-Be able to identify a couple of the factors that influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century
-Factors that will influence the recreation movement in the 21st century
-What was Judaism's major leisure "innovation?"
-What is an "ambiguous free timer?"
SR368
HOK website
Shea Stadium vs Citi Field
Old Yankee Stadium vs New Yankee Stadium
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 4. Our discussion focused on:
1) Considerations for planning a new facility.
2) A look at HOK Sport.
3) The 3 common questions that master planning answers.
4) Facility planning errors.
5) Typical phases of a master plan.
6) 7 steps to developing a master plan.
HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #4
-New FPU athletic center statement outline (Figure 4.3)
1) Objectives of the programs.
2) Basic assumptions to be addressed.
3) Factors affecting planning.
STUDY GUIDE:
-What is HOK Sport & what are some of the services they offer
-What is Master Planning and what 3 questions can it be used to answer
-Typical phases of a master plan
-Steps to developing a master plan
-Define: RFQ & RFP
-Explain the difference between these construction approaches: lump sum contract, design & build, fast tracking
-What is a performance bond
-What dollar value distinguishes small projects from larger projects
-What is a punch list
MN321
TODAY:
-We discussed Chapter 6. Our discussion focused on:
1) Values & value System.
2) The dimensions of personal values.
3) Value conflicts.
4) Work vs Family Life conflict.
5) Components of an attitude.
6) Cognitive Dissonance.
7) Organizational Commitment, Job Involvement, Job Satisfaction
HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #4
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7
STUDY GUIDE:
-Define value system.
-What are the 2 dimensions of personal values?
-What are the 3 categories of value conflict?
-What is the difference between value similarity & value congruence.
-Define attitude.
-What are the 3 components of an attitude?
-What is cognitive dissonance and what are the methods to reduce dissonance?
-What is the difference between organizational commitment, job involvement, job satisfaction?
-How does Pricewaterhouse Cooper's program help reduce employee turnover?
-What are the 4 stages of perception?
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
MONDAY 9/29
IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed the group Civic Engagement Project. We decided that the theme of the project will be a campus recycling & trash collection theme. There will be 3 subthemes to the project. 1) Trayless Thursdays. 2) Recycling Competition. 3) Campus Trash Clean-up.
HOMEWORK:
-Sign up for a group to be a part of for the Civic Engagement Project.
-We will discuss 3CT Questions 5, 6, 7, 8.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?
7) It seems as if everywhere Mortenson turns he has to deal with politics. What were some of the political obstacles (local, regional, global) he had to overcome? What does his experience tell us about the relationship between politics and education?
8) According to 3CT, how does Mortenson characterize the concept of community? What is the relationship of the individual to his sense of community? As an individual, what specific steps might you be willing to take to meet the challenges posed by Three Cups of Tea? In other words, what next steps are you willing to take?
IC212
TODAY:
-We began discussing Chapter 4 based on your homework assignment from the weekend. We took a look at companies strengths & weaknesses and how, through collaboration, they can turn weaknesses into strengths.
HOMEWORK:
-Finish reading Chapter 4 & be ready to discuss.
TODAY:
-We discussed the group Civic Engagement Project. We decided that the theme of the project will be a campus recycling & trash collection theme. There will be 3 subthemes to the project. 1) Trayless Thursdays. 2) Recycling Competition. 3) Campus Trash Clean-up.
HOMEWORK:
-Sign up for a group to be a part of for the Civic Engagement Project.
-We will discuss 3CT Questions 5, 6, 7, 8.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?
7) It seems as if everywhere Mortenson turns he has to deal with politics. What were some of the political obstacles (local, regional, global) he had to overcome? What does his experience tell us about the relationship between politics and education?
8) According to 3CT, how does Mortenson characterize the concept of community? What is the relationship of the individual to his sense of community? As an individual, what specific steps might you be willing to take to meet the challenges posed by Three Cups of Tea? In other words, what next steps are you willing to take?
IC212
TODAY:
-We began discussing Chapter 4 based on your homework assignment from the weekend. We took a look at companies strengths & weaknesses and how, through collaboration, they can turn weaknesses into strengths.
HOMEWORK:
-Finish reading Chapter 4 & be ready to discuss.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Thursday, September 25, 2008
THURSDAY 9/25
SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #2
-We discussed Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure using Exercise 1.1 We discussed your top 10 activities and into which of the 6 categories they fit in.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2 on Tuesday & Chapter 3 on Thursday.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 is due on Thursday.
SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We did a group exercise based on Chapter 3. The Lost at Sea exercise was designed by the US Coast Guard as a training tool to teach the value of brainstorming, group collaboration, and problem solving skills.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.
-You will submit the answers to the following questions for Chapter 4 on Tuesday.
1) What is a Master Plan and why is it used?
2) What are the 3 questions a Master Plan can answer?
3) What are the typical phases of a Master Plan?
4) State the 7 steps for developing a Master Plan, and give a brief explanation of each.
MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We discussed the Jung Typology Personality Test and the Locus of Control Test.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6.
-Answer: What are your top personal values and how do they shape your behavior?
TODAY:
-Quiz #2
-We discussed Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure using Exercise 1.1 We discussed your top 10 activities and into which of the 6 categories they fit in.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2 on Tuesday & Chapter 3 on Thursday.
-Into The Wild Blog Post #1 is due on Thursday.
SR368
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We did a group exercise based on Chapter 3. The Lost at Sea exercise was designed by the US Coast Guard as a training tool to teach the value of brainstorming, group collaboration, and problem solving skills.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4.
-You will submit the answers to the following questions for Chapter 4 on Tuesday.
1) What is a Master Plan and why is it used?
2) What are the 3 questions a Master Plan can answer?
3) What are the typical phases of a Master Plan?
4) State the 7 steps for developing a Master Plan, and give a brief explanation of each.
MN321
TODAY:
-Quiz #3
-We discussed the Jung Typology Personality Test and the Locus of Control Test.
HOMEWORK:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6.
-Answer: What are your top personal values and how do they shape your behavior?
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
WEDNESDAY 9/24
IC101
TODAY:
-Quality discussion of 3ct questions 3 & 4.
HOMEWORK:
-Come to class on Monday with ideas for a group civic engagement project.
-Be ready to answer 3CT questions 5 & 6.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?
IC212
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of Drucker Chapter 3 with a brainstorming discussion about opportunities FPU can take advantage of and turn into strengths.
HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 4 up to page 142.
-Complete the following for discussion on Monday.
DRUCKER’S VISION OF COLLABORATION REMAINS IMMENSELY RELEVANT TODAY. HE BELIEVES THAT TO GIVE YOUR CUSTOMERS WHAT THEY NEED, YOU MUST FOLLOW 2 RULES:
1)YOU MUST DO ONLY WHAT YOU DO BEST. PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS.
2)YOU MUST MEET THE FULL RANGE OF CUSTOMER NEEDS BEYOND YOUR STRONGEST CAPABILITIES.
TO FOLLOW THESE 2 RULES YOU MUST COLLABORATE WITH OTHER PLAYERS, SOMETIMES THOSE YOU CONSIDER COMPETITORS, WHO CAN COMPLEMENT YOUR STRENGTHS WITH WHAT THEY DO BEST.
PICK A COMPANY & ANSWER:
-WHAT DOES IT DO BEST? WHAT ARE ITS STRENGTHS?
-WHAT ARE SOME CUSTOMER NEEDS IT IS CURRENTLY NOT MEETING?
-WHO COULD THIS COMPANY COLLABORATE WITH IN ORDER TO COMPLEMENT ITS STRENGTHS?
TODAY:
-Quality discussion of 3ct questions 3 & 4.
HOMEWORK:
-Come to class on Monday with ideas for a group civic engagement project.
-Be ready to answer 3CT questions 5 & 6.
5) What – according to 3CT – is the relationship between education and the war against terrorism? What might be the implications for current U.S. policy?
6) Through Mortenson’s experiences we get a glimpse into the world of Islam. How was this awareness critical to the success of his (and the Central Asian Institute) programs? What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?
IC212
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of Drucker Chapter 3 with a brainstorming discussion about opportunities FPU can take advantage of and turn into strengths.
HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 4 up to page 142.
-Complete the following for discussion on Monday.
DRUCKER’S VISION OF COLLABORATION REMAINS IMMENSELY RELEVANT TODAY. HE BELIEVES THAT TO GIVE YOUR CUSTOMERS WHAT THEY NEED, YOU MUST FOLLOW 2 RULES:
1)YOU MUST DO ONLY WHAT YOU DO BEST. PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS.
2)YOU MUST MEET THE FULL RANGE OF CUSTOMER NEEDS BEYOND YOUR STRONGEST CAPABILITIES.
TO FOLLOW THESE 2 RULES YOU MUST COLLABORATE WITH OTHER PLAYERS, SOMETIMES THOSE YOU CONSIDER COMPETITORS, WHO CAN COMPLEMENT YOUR STRENGTHS WITH WHAT THEY DO BEST.
PICK A COMPANY & ANSWER:
-WHAT DOES IT DO BEST? WHAT ARE ITS STRENGTHS?
-WHAT ARE SOME CUSTOMER NEEDS IT IS CURRENTLY NOT MEETING?
-WHO COULD THIS COMPANY COLLABORATE WITH IN ORDER TO COMPLEMENT ITS STRENGTHS?
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