Neither Camper nor Staff: Understanding Counselor-in-Training Programs
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| Title: | Neither Camper nor Staff: Understanding Counselor-in-Training Programs |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Riley, Michael, Dickerson, Jessie, Sibthorp, Jim, Bialeschki, Deb |
| Source: | Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2021 13(1):23-39. |
| Availability: | Sagamore-Venture. 1807 North Federal Drive, Urbana, IL 61801. Tel: 800-327-5557; Tel: 217-359-5940; Fax: 217-359-5975. Web site: https://www.sagamorepub.com/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 17 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Camps, Counselor Training, Administrator Attitudes, Social Emotional Learning, Experiential Learning, Outcomes of Education, Leadership Training, Outdoor Education, Educational Benefits, Self Control, Adolescents, Summer Programs |
| DOI: | 10.18666/JOREL-2021-V13-I1-10581 |
| ISSN: | 1948-5123 |
| Abstract: | Attending summer camp can be a developmentally enriching experience for both campers and camp staff. However, many camps offer programming that is situated between the camper and counselor roles, namely counselor-in-training (CIT) programs. While CIT programs are common, there is a lack of research documenting the form, function, and outcomes of participation in them. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to understand the nature and benefits of camp-based adolescent leadership programs. To inform this purpose, we surveyed CIT program directors and asked them to describe various aspects of their programs. We also collected primary data directly from CIT participants so that we could include participants' perspectives in our study. Results indicated that CITs gained a variety of social and emotional skills from their CIT experience. These findings are discussed and implications for practitioners are proposed. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1293010 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Attending summer camp can be a developmentally enriching experience for both campers and camp staff. However, many camps offer programming that is situated between the camper and counselor roles, namely counselor-in-training (CIT) programs. While CIT programs are common, there is a lack of research documenting the form, function, and outcomes of participation in them. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to understand the nature and benefits of camp-based adolescent leadership programs. To inform this purpose, we surveyed CIT program directors and asked them to describe various aspects of their programs. We also collected primary data directly from CIT participants so that we could include participants' perspectives in our study. Results indicated that CITs gained a variety of social and emotional skills from their CIT experience. These findings are discussed and implications for practitioners are proposed. |
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| ISSN: | 1948-5123 |
| DOI: | 10.18666/JOREL-2021-V13-I1-10581 |
