HISTORIC FIGURES

Throughout this module, you will have an opportunity to learn about people who have made a significant impact in shaping our field, and the culture’s perception of leisure, recreation, and/or play. Through this writing assignment, you will be able to learn about your historic figure’s contributions to the field of recreation and leisure studies. A list of Historic Figures is is available for reference. This list is an ever expanding listing of Historic Figures we have identified who have affected our field. Please represent a Historic Figure that is not on the list.

What To Do:

Step 1: Choose Historic Figure   

Use the Historic Figures Biographies.pdf as a guide to help you decide who you would like to research and get to know.

Step 2: Get to know your Historic Figure                                                                       

Read about your historic figure, about his/her historic period and read things written by your historic figure.

Step 3: Written synthesis paper                   

Students will synthesize the contributions of their figure. Organize the material from your sources and identify: 1) a snapshot of the time period in which the person lived, and (2) specific examples of what your historic figure did that influenced the PRTM field as we know it today.

Papers should be 2-3 pages (excluding references) in length, 12-point Times New Roman, double spaced,

References (minimum of 5) should be prepared in APA format.  

Rubric

Evaluation Criteria - Historical FigureEvaluation Criteria - Historical FigureCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction8.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of Contributions12.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrated Understanding12.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion8.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Style10.0 pts
Total Points: 50.0PreviousNext