Part-Time Academic (LEIS 3127: Leisure Education) - Fall 2026

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching: LEIS 3127: Leisure Education. The course will be offered in the fall term, from September 1-December 30, 2026. NOTE: This is an in-person course that involves lecture, experiential activities, discussion format.

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to facilitate leisure education interventions designed to bring about desired changes in the leisure behaviour of individuals with disabilities. While the focus of the course is on leisure education, the overarching concepts of health, wellness, and health promotion will be incorporated into the course material. The course will address the following three broad areas: a) concepts and models of leisure education, b) content related to specific skills required for leisure involvement [leisure awareness, values clarification, social skills development, friendship develo...