DSRS4101 Leisure, Arts and Disability

2019

4.5

1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 8.5-hour independent study weekly
1 x 3-hour on-line exercises weekly
2 x 2-hour excursions per semester

DSRS2103 has been successfully completed

Assignments; Tutorial Participation; Tests

This topic examines both the concepts and role of leisure and the arts in the lives of people living with disability. Community participation and lifestyle choices provide the context for exploration of the issues, principles and practices related to participation in leisure and the arts. The benefits of involvement in a leisure lifestyle, and or the arts across the lifespan for all people will be explored. This topic also provides an opportunity for students to learn about basic principles of planning and managing leisure experiences, arts workshops, events and productions as well as evaluation activities for individuals or small groups.

This topic aims to provide students with the opportunity to explore and learn about:

1. Meaning, history and benefit of involvement in recreation, leisure and the arts for all people across the lifespan.

2. Basic research and critical analysis skills.

3. Relevance of participation in activities of choice, and the link to quality of life.

4. Current research and practice relating to leisure and the arts with a focus on people living with disability.

5. Models of leisure and arts available to individuals living with disability.

6. Principles of undertaking a project to create increased opportunities for individuals living with disability, with a focus on development of a project proposal and evaluation plan.