OAL 250 - Outdoor Adventure and Leadership

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

BT 113 or WR 115 or designated placement.

WR 115Q as required.

Course Description: Introduces the student to the history, philosophy, and styles in outdoor adventure leadership in contemporary society, with application to current trends and prospects for the future. The course will allow students to develop knowledge and a personal style of effective leadership and communication.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Explain the history and philosophy of outdoor adventure leadership within the context of the purpose and intent of experiential education.
CLO#2: Describe factors affecting the motivation behind adventure participants.
CLO#3: Analyze varying outdoor leadership skills and styles, and describe the appropriate leadership command approach for guides, Instructors, and team members in a range of settings.
CLO#4: Provide examples of effective group conflict management and group facilitation with feedback and assessment methods. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#5: Evaluate expeditionary behavior, necessary critical decisions, and risk management within an adventure setting.
CLO#6: Actively participate as a team member and leader in a facilitated outdoor challenge.
CLO#7: Provide examples of employment opportunities, certificates, and local leaders in the field of OAL.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: All equipment and materials will be supplied.

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.