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50 Years of ERIC
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The Benefits and Motivations of All-Women Outdoor Programs.
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Hornibrook, Taflyn; Brinkert, Elaine; Parry, Diana; Seimens, Renita; Mitten, Denise; Priest, Simon – Journal of Experiential Education, 1997
Survey of 274 women who completed an all-women outdoor adventure program examined motivations to participate in such a program; expectations, feelings, and perceptions about the program; and the outcomes and effects of the program on their lives. The average respondent was 42 and had at least a four-year college degree. Contains 20 references. (SV)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Attitude Change, Expectation, Females
A Philosophical Basis for a Women's Outdoor Adventure Program.
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Mitten, Denise – Journal of Experiential Education, 1985
Outlines 10 principles of leadership and program design derived from the philosophy of Woodswomen, Incorporated, an adventure program for women of all ages. Elaborates on the principles of developing an atmosphere of security and safety, encouraging individuals to set their own goals and agendas, and avoiding a success/failure approach to…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Experiential Learning, Females, Individual Development
"Wilderness Therapy: Foundations, Theory and Research," by Jennifer Davis-Berman & Dene S. Berman [Book Review].
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Swiderski, Michael J.; Mitten, Denise – Journal of Experiential Education, 1994
Two reviewers present divergent points of view concerning a book that provides a comprehensive overview of the field of wilderness therapy. The first reviewer sees the book as valuable in bridging the gap between the mental health profession and outdoor experiential education, whereas the second reviewer suggests that the book gives ambiguous…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Book Reviews, Educational Philosophy, Educational Research
Healthy Expressions of Diversity Lead to Positive Group Experiences.
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Mitten, Denise – Journal of Experiential Education, 1989
Examines effective leadership strategies for promoting positive group experiences on outdoor trips by recognizing diversity and people's fears about diversity and by encouraging participants to express their perspectives and wants. Presents examples from Woodswomen, an adventure program that offers wilderness trips for women. (SV)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Cooperative Planning, Group Activities, Group Behavior
Outdoor Leadership Considerations with Women Survivors of Sexual Abuse.
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Mitten, Denise; Dutton, Rosalind – Journal of Experiential Education, 1993
Emphasizes the importance of leader awareness of the discomfort and need for emotional safety that may surface for women survivors of sexual abuse during an outdoor experience. Discusses survivor's self-perception and how this affects the outdoor experience; the impact of natural elements on survivors; and how to help survivors develop coping…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Affective Behavior, Coping, Females
Building the Group: Using Personal Affirming to Create Healthy Group Process.
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Mitten, Denise – Journal of Experiential Education, 1995
Group leaders who offer affirmations to participants in outdoor education encourage healthy relationships and group cohesion and increase individuals' self-esteem. Personal affirming includes actions and statements that make participants feel comfortable in their environment, support capable work, and encourage behavior change in a supportive and…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Affiliation Need, Group Dynamics, Group Unity