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RECREATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
TUR214 RECREATION 4 3 3 6

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. RAMAZAN İNAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of the course is to provide the concept of leusire time and the planning of the animation applications, understanding of the organization and management in free time.
Contents of the Course Unit: This course includes : The concept of leisure time, the relationship between recreation and tourism, recreation activities in hospitality businesses, leadership in recreation, planning, organization and management.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Define the basic concepts related to leisure and recreation.
List the animation activities conducted in accommodation businesses
Discuss the relationship between recreation and tourism.
Explain the stages of recreation planning and organization management.
Apply the sample leisure time evaluation activity.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Search, Presentation Leisure and Recreation: Concepts and Features Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
2 Literature Search, Presentation Basic Functions of Leisure Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
3 Literature Search, Presentation Relationship between recreation and tourism Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
4 Literature Search, Presentation Relationship between recreation and tourism Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
5 Literature Search, Presentation Recreation Activities in Hospitality Industry Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
6 Literature Search, Presentation Planning and Organization in Recreation Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
7 Literature Search, Presentation Leadership in Recreation Activities Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature Search, Presentation Animation Plan and Project Principles Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
10 Literature Search, Presentation The Processes of Animation Services Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
11 Literature Search, Presentation Animation Management Expression , Question-Respond, Discussion
12 Literature Search, Presentation Student Presentation-Evaluation Presentation
13 Literature Search, Presentation Student Presentation-Evaluation Presentation
14 Literature Search, Presentation Student Presentation-Evaluation Presentation
15 Literature Search, Presentation Student Presentation-Evaluation Presentation
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Hacioglu, N. (2003). Bos Zaman ve Rekreasyon Yonetimi, Ankara: Detay Publications.
Karakucuk, S. (2008). Rekreasyon: Bos Zamani Degerlendirme, Ankara: Gazi Bookhouse.
Hazar, A. (2014). Rekreasyon ve Animasyon, Detay Publications, Ankara

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Describe the basic characteristics of the tourism industry and the basic concepts related to the Tourism Guidance profession and relate those with the characteristics of tourism businesses
1
2
Discusses the structure, operation and importance of tourism industry in country development and relates with tourism business
1

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Explains and interprets culture, history, religion, art, geography way of thinking and way of life the various civilizations who lived in Turkey.
0

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Plans a tour program considering the travel purpose, the type and the characteristics of the touristic region in accordance with the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of Tourism Guidance and discusses the functioning.
1
2
Underlines the importance of professional development by following scientific and current developments in the fields of tourism, art and archeology, and acts defensive attitude and behavior towards the necessity of lifelong learning.
2

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Analyzes numerical and statistical data and results in accordance with ethical values for current practices in the field of tourism .
2
2
Knows and applies the legal regulations related to tourism field, tourist guidance professional law and professional organizations.
0

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
By taking leadership role in tour groups; administers the tour program and solves possible problems during the tour.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Uses the skills of explaining and presenting Turkey's and other regions natural and cultural assets that have, ancient city, ruins and historical artefacts and architectural art, culture, cuisine, folklore, flora and fauna features of regions etc.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Shows the communication skill and presentation skill effectively in written and verbal and expresse his / her professional knowledge accurately and effectively.
2
2
Shows reading, writing, comprehension, speaking and writing skills in English and in a second foreign language (Arabic, Russian, Chinese).)
0

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Uses knowledge and competences related to preparation, implementation and supervision of a tour.
2
2
By using the personality traits that have social skills required by the Tourism Guidance profession; arranges projects, organizations and activities with sustainable, societal and social content specific to the field.
3
3
Shows a sensitive attitude towards the negative effects of tourism on the physical and social environment, acts with the consciousness of preserving abstract and concrete cultural assets
2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 13 4 52
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 3 3
Preparation for the Final Exam 5 6 30
Mid-Term Exam 1 3 3
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 5 4 20
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 39 0 150
Total Workload of the Course Unit 150
Workload (h) / 25.5 5,9
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6,0