Faculty Profile

Jean Keller

Title
Professor
Department
Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation
College
College of Education

    

Education

EdD, University of Georgia, 1981.
Major: Recreation and Leisure Studies
Degree Specialization: Emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation with minor in Public Health and Certification in Gerontology
MS, Florida State University, 1977.
Major: Leisure Services and Studies
Degree Specialization: Emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Adult Education
BS, Florida State University, 1976.
Major: Leisure Services and Studies
Degree Specialization: Emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Business Administration

Current Scheduled Teaching*

RESM 3450.801, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Spring 2024 Syllabus
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in RESM, Spring 2024 Syllabus
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Spring 2024 Syllabus

* Texas Education Code 51.974 (HB 2504) requires each institution of higher education to make available to the public, a syllabus for undergraduate lecture courses offered for credit by the institution.

Previous Scheduled Teaching*

RESM 4060.001, Aging and Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Fall 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2023
RESM 4100.004, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 10W 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.003, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Spring 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Spring 2023 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5900.703, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2023
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Fall 2022 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5900.702, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2022
RESM 4060.001, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging, Fall 2022 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.004, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 2022
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2022 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.010, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Spring 2022 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5860.701, Practicum in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2022 SPOT
RESM 5900.703, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2022
RESM 4100.005, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2021 Syllabus
RESM 4100.006, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2021 Syllabus
RESM 4100.007, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2021
RESM 4100.008, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2021 Syllabus
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Organizations, Fall 2021 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2021 Syllabus
RESM 4100.002, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 10W 2021 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 5W1 2021 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5860.702, Practicum in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 10W 2021 SPOT
RESM 5900.702, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 10W 2021
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2021 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.300, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2021
RESM 5900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2021
RESM 4060.501, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging, Spring 2021 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2020 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2020 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5860.701, Practicum in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2020
RESM 5900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2020
RESM 2150.001, Leadership in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 5W1 2020 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5900.700, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 5W1 2020
RESM 5900.702, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Summer 10W 2020
RESM 3450.001, Diversity in Recreation, Event, and Sport Services, Spring 2020 Syllabus
RESM 5860.701, Practicum in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2020 Syllabus
RESM 4150.501, Professional Development and Capstone Experience in Leisure, Sport and Welness Related Professions., Spring 2020 Syllabus
RESM 5800.700, Studies in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2020
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2019 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5800.700, Studies in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2019 SPOT
RESM 4060.001, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging, Fall 2019 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.508, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 10W 2019 SPOT
RESM 4100.509, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 10W 2019
RESM 2900.700, Special Problems, Summer 3W1 2019
RESM 3450.002, Diversity in Recreation, Event, and Sport Services, Spring 2019 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5860.701, Practicum in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2019 SPOT
RESM 5900.702, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2019
RESM 5800.700, Studies in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2019
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2018 SPOT
AGER 4060.001, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging, Fall 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4060.001, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging, Fall 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.504, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Summer 10W 2018 Syllabus
RESM 3450.001, Diversity in Recreation, Event, and Sport Services, Spring 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.501, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Spring 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.502, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Spring 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.503, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Spring 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.504, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Spring 2018 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 5900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Spring 2018
RESM 5120.001, Diversity and Inclusion in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2017 SPOT
RESM 4100.501, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2017 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.502, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2017 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.503, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2017 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4100.504, Internship in Recreation, Event, or Sport Management, Fall 2017 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 3450.001, Diversity in Recreation, Event, and Sport Services, Spring 2017 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4150.001, Professional Development and Capstone Experience in Leisure, Sport and Welness Related Professions., Fall 2016 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4150.002, Professional Development and Capstone Experience in Leisure, Sport and Welness Related Professions., Fall 2016 Syllabus SPOT
RESM 4900.701, Special Problems in Recreation, Event, and Sport Management, Fall 2016
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Summer 10W 2016 SPOT
RECR 3450.001, Inclusion in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services, Spring 2016 Syllabus SPOT
RECR 4100.501, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2016 SPOT
RECR 4100.502, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2016 SPOT
RECR 4100.503, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2016 SPOT
RECR 4100.504, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2016 SPOT
RECR 4900.702, Special Problems, Spring 2016
RECR 5120.001, Concepts in Therapeutic Recreation, Fall 2015 SPOT
RECR 4100.700, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2015 SPOT
RECR 4100.701, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2015 SPOT
RECR 4100.702, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2015 SPOT
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2015 SPOT
RECR 5950.703, Master's Thesis, Spring 2014
RECR 5850.001, Proseminar in Leisure Services Management, Spring 2014
RECR 5120.001, Concepts in Therapeutic Recreation, Fall 2013
RECR 5900.701, Special Problems, Summer 5W2 2013
RECR 5860.701, Practicum in Leisure Services, Spring 2013
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Spring 2013
RECR 5910.703, Special Problems, Spring 2013
RECR 4100.700, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2012
RECR 4100.701, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2012
RECR 4100.702, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2012
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2012
RECR 5850.001, Proseminar in Leisure Services Management, Fall 2012
KINE 5900.701, Special Problems, Fall 2012
RECR 4900.702, Special Problems, Fall 2012
RECR 5900.702, Special Problems, Fall 2012
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Summer 10W 2012
RECR 5950.700, Master's Thesis, Summer 5W2 2012
RECR 4150.001, Professional Development and Capstone Experience in Leisure, Sport and Welness Related Professions., Spring 2012 Syllabus
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Spring 2012
RECR 4100.700, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2011
RECR 4100.701, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2011
RECR 4100.702, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2011
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Fall 2011
RECR 5070.001, Psychosociological Dynamics of Leisure Behavior, Fall 2011
RECR 5900.702, Special Problems, Fall 2011
RECR 5800.002, Studies in Recreation, Fall 2011
RECR 4100.703, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Summer 10W 2011
RECR 4100.704, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2011
RECR 4100.705, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2011
RECR 4100.706, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2011
RECR 4100.707, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Spring 2011
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Spring 2011
RECR 5910.703, Special Problems, Spring 2011
RECR 5860.703, Practicum in Leisure Services, Fall 2010
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Fall 2010
RECR 4100.701, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Summer 10W 2010
RECR 4100.701, Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Agencies, Summer 10W 2009
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Spring 2009
RECR 5860.700, Practicum in Leisure Services, Fall 2008
RECR 5900.703, Special Problems, Fall 2008
KINE 5910.710, Special Problems, Spring 2008
RECR 5120.001, Concepts in Therapeutic Recreation, Fall 2007
DFEC 6900.702, Special Problems, Spring 2007
RECR 5120.001, Concepts in Therapeutic Recreation, Spring 2006
DFEC 6900.702, Special Problems, Fall 2004

* Texas Education Code 51.974 (HB 2504) requires each institution of higher education to make available to the public, a syllabus for undergraduate lecture courses offered for credit by the institution.

Published Publications

Published Intellectual Contributions

Abstracts and Proceedings
Gu, X., Keller, M., Zhang, T., Robert, H., Tulchin-Francis, K. (2021). COVID-19 global pandemic: Impacting youths’ physical activity. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 92, A54.
Book
Harris, M., Keller, M. J. (2016). Curriculum Alignment - Horizontal and Vertical. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
Keller, M. J. (1999). Caregiving - Leisure and aging. Special Issues of Activities, Adaptation and Aging.. The Haworth Press.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Activities with developmentally disabled elderly and older adults.. The Haworth Press.
Keller, M. J. (1987). Dynamic leisure programming with older adults..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Leisure activities: A means to enriching older adults' lives.
Keller, M. J. (1985). Leisure programming with senior citizens: An activity resource manual..
Book Chapter
Keller, M. J., Cody, S. N. (2022). Applying Technology and Implementing Research. Effective Management in Therapeutic Recreation (4th Edition). Champaign, IL: Sagamore-Venture Publishing.
Keller, M. J. (2014). Applying technology and implementing research. Effective Management in Therapeutic Recreation Services (3rd Ed.). 83-95. Venture Publishing. http://www.sagamorepub.com/
Keller, M. J., Stumbo, M. J. (2006). Higher education influences and trends. In M. Carter & J. Folkerth (Eds.), Therapeutic Recreation Education: Challenges and Changes. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Publishing.
Keller, M. J. (2006). Information technology systems: Enhancing therapeutic recreation practice and research. In M. Carter & G. O'Morrow (Eds.), Effective Management in Therapeutic Recreation Service (2nd Ed.).. Venture Publishing.
Keller, M. J., Jacobson, S., Carruther, C. (2001). A sociohistorical perspective on therapeutic recreation research. In N. Stumbo (Ed.), Professional issues in therapeutic recreation. Sagamore Publishing.
Keller, M. J., Weiller, K. H. (1993). Creating meaningful play experiences with children: linking play theories to practice. In M. Guddemi, & T. Jambor (Eds.), A right to play. Southern Early Childhood Association.
Keller, M. J., Riddick, C. C. (1992). Benefits of therapeutic recreation in gerontology. In C. Coyle, W. Kinney, B. Riley, & J. Shank (Eds.), Benefits of therapeutic recreation: A consensus view.
Keller, M. J., Howe, C. Z., Osgood, N. J. (1991). Leisure and the family: A review of changes and their implications. In F. Humphrey & J. H. Humphrey (Eds.), Recreation: Current selected research.
Keller, M. J. (1989). Professional leadership: Honor or responsibility? In D. M. Compton (Ed.), Issues in therapeutic recreation: A profession in transition..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Leisure time for the aging. In D. G. Smathers, Adult sitter clinic workbook..
Book Review
Keller, M. J. (2008). The 36-Hour Day. (4), . ACTIVITIES, ADAPTATION & AGING.
Keller, M. J. (2006). Aging with Attitude: Growing Older with Dignity and Vitality. ACTIVITIES, ADAPTATION & AGING.
Keller, M. J. (2003). The Chicago Guide to Your Academic Career. SCHOLE.
Keller, M. J. (2001). The Chicago guide to your academic career - A portable mentor for scholars from graduate school through tenure.. The University of Chicago Press.
Keller, M. J. (1998). Exercise, Aging and Health: Overcoming Barriers to an Active Old Age.. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1997). Exercise Programming for Older Adults. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1997). Inclusive and Special Recreation: Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities.. THERAPEUTIC RECREATION JOURNAL.
Keller, M. J. (1996). The Power of Music: A Complete Music Activities Program for Older Adults.. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1995). Recreation programming: A benefits-drive approach. Paramount Publishing Education Group.
Keller, M. J. (1995). The Power of Music: A Complete Music Activities Program for Older Adults. In Dowling, J. R. Keeping Busy: A Handbook of Activities for Persons with Dementia. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Leisure. Paramount Publishing Education Group.
Keller, M. J. (1994). More Than Movement for Fit to Frail Older Adults: Creative Activities for the Body, Mind, and Spirit.. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Designing therapeutic recreation in the community. American Association for Leisure and Recreation, American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Recreation leadership and programming. (4), . Prentice Hall.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Therapeutic humor with the elderly. The Haworth Press.
Keller, M. J. (1991). I've Seen It All! Lives of Older Persons with Mental Retardation in the Community.. ACTIVITIES, ADAPTATION & AGING.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Senior Centers in America. EDUCATIONAL GERONTOLOGY.
Keller, M. J. (1989). A Professional's Guide to Older Adults Life Review..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Therapeutic recreation: A helping profession..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Learning in Later Years: A Sourcebook for the Provision of Recreational Service for Elders..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Therapeutic Activities with the Impaired Elderly..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Therapeutic recreation in psychiatry..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Therapeutic Recreation: Guidelines for Activity Services in Long Term Care..
Keller, M. J. (1986). Aging and leisure..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Expressive Therapy With Elders and the Disabled Touching the Heart of Life..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Normal Human Aging: The Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Recreation program planning today..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Acting Up! An Innovative Approach to Creative Drama for Older Adults; Thurman, A. H. & Piggins, C. A. Drama Activities with Older Adults: A Handbook for Leaders; Feil, N. Validation: The Feil Method..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Aging and Life Course Transitions: An Interdisciplinary Perspective..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Research Instruments in Social Gerontology..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Retirement, Leisure, Recreation, and the Elderly..
Keller, M. J. (1982). Aging A New Look..
Keller, M. J. (1982). Health Care and the Elderly..
Keller, M. J. (1982). Revitalizing Residential Settings..
Keller, M. J. (1981). Counseling the Elderly: For Professional Helpers Who Work With Aged..
Conference Proceeding
Keller, M. J., Estes, M. (2008). Changing Student Behaviors in Changing Times. Council for Exceptional Children Conference.
Keller, M. J. (2008). Keys to Healthy and Ethical Professional Helping. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J. (2008). Older Adults with Developmental Disabilities: Experiencing Death as a Part of Life. ARC's 50th Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (2007). Externalizing Disorders. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Mid Year Professional Issues Forum.
Keller, M. J. (2007). Managing Mental Illness in the Workplace. National Recreation and Parks Annual Conference and Exposition.
Keller, M. J. (2007). Multi-Domain Interventional Trails for Memory Disorders. First Alzheimer's Association - Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Think Tank Meeting.
Keller, M. J. (2006). Creating Recreation Integration Processes. Texas Recreation and Park Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (2006). Cultural Competency: Practical Ideas for Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Conference.
Keller, M. J., Harris, M. (2006). Envisioning Families, Schools, and Communities at the Center. The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Hodges, J. S. (2006). Leisure Education: A Refresher. Texas Recreation and Park Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Richeson, N. E. (2006). Recreational Therapy Interventions for Community Dwelling Older Adults.. The Gerontological Society of America's 59th Annual Scientific Meeting.
Keller, M. J. (2005). Cultural Diversity Competency for Therapeutic Recreation Specialists.. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J. (2005). Higher Education Influences and Trends. Therapeutic Recreation Education Conference -- Alliance for Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Harris, M., Combes, B. (2004). From Planning to Proactive: Ensuring Quality through Diversity in Colleges and Schools of Education.. American Teacher Education Association.
Keller, M. J. (2004). Involvement in Professional Organizations. Southwest Therapeutic Recreation Symposium.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (2004). Leisure and Its Meaning for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis. Leisure Research Institute. National Recreation and Parks Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (2004). Reducing Burn Out. Texas Recreation and Park Society Annual Institute.
Keller, M. J., Dempsey, D. (2003). Involvement in Professional Organizations. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium of the Southwest.
Keller, M. J. (2003). Keeping the Passion Alive. National Recreation and Parks Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (2003). Together: Sharing Teaching and Learning Experiences. Society of Park and Recreation Educators Teaching Institute.
Keller, M. J. (2002). Charting a Course for Practice…In a Sea of Change. Statewide Activity Therapies Coordinators Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hodges, J. S. (2002). Enhancing Health: An Investigation of the Optimizing of Lifelong Health and Well-Being through Therapeutic Recreation (OLH-TR) Practice Model.. Leisure Research System.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hodges, J. S. (2002). Optimizing Health and Well-being in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis.. Texas Recreation and Parks Society Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Hodges, J. S., Wilhite, B. (2002). Strategies for Implementing Successful In-Home Therapeutic Recreation Services.. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J., Miller, C., Teaff, T., Estes, M. B., Adkins, B., Hildreth, B. (2001). Developing the Character of Bart Simpson: A Shared Responsibility.. American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Annual Meeting.
Keller, M. J. (2001). Managing Mental Illness in the Workplace. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hodges, J. S. (2001). The Case Study Approach in Therapeutic Recreation. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Mid-Year Professional Issues Forum.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hodges, J. S. (2001). The Cognitive Pragmatics of the Aging Self: Implications for Optimizing Health and Well-Being Across the Life Span.. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Mid-Year Professional Issues Forum.
Keller, M. J. (2001). Trends and Issues Related to In-Home Therapeutic Recreation.. 25th Annual Mid-Eastern Symposium on Therapeutic Recreation.
Hodges, J. S., Wilhite, B., Keller, M. J., Martin, D. (2001). Using the Computer to Meet Consumer Goals and Document the Value of Therapeutic Recreation.. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J., Harris,, Fikes, S., Knull, H., Mehta, P. (2001). Who Will Be the Texas Teacher Educators of the Future?. Consortium of State Organizations for Texas Teacher Education, Fall Teacher Education Conference.
Keller, M. J., Hildreth, B., Glover, R. J., Walker, M., Perry, C. (2000). Increasing Diversity Through Mentorship: A Look at the Developing Scholars Mentor Program at the University of North Texas.. 10th Annual International Conference of the National Association for Multicultural Educatio.
Keller, M. J. (2000). Optimizing Lifelong Health and Well Being: A New Practice Model for Therapeutic Recreation.. Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1999). Back to the Future: A Close Look at Us. Statewide Activity Therapy Coordinators Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1999). Exploring How We Deliver Therapeutic Recreation. 1999 Southwest Symposium on Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Berryman, D. (1999). Exploring Therapeutic Recreation Models: Theory and Practice. National Recreation and Parks Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Buettner, L., White, B. (1999). Therapeutic Recreation Outcomes and Program Evaluation in Long Term Care.. American Therapeutic Recreation Annual Program.
Keller, M. J., Perlstein, S., Levine-Madori, L., Sherman, A. (1998). Critical Choices for Creative Aging.
Keller, M. J., Perlstein, S., Levine-Madori, L., Sherman, A. (1998). Practicing Creative Aging. 44th Annual Meeting of the American Society on Aging.
Keller, M. J. (1997). Dealing with Diversity: Implications for Educators. American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education 49th Annual Meeting.
Keller, M. J., Foret, C., Carter, M. (1997). New Horizons in Intergenerational Programs. National Recreation and Park Association Congress.
Keller, M. J., Connolly, P. (1997). Practice and Continuing Education Needs in Therapeutic Recreation.. National Recreation and Park Association Congress.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Epps, L., Mainville, S. (1997). Therapeutic Recreation in Home Health: Trends and Issues. National Recreation and Park Association Congress.
Keller, M. J., Boyd, R., Bull, N. (1996). A Rich Tapestry: Considering Diversity and Effective Communication with Older Adults.. Leisure and Aging Institute. National Recreation and Parks Congress.
Keller, M. J. (1996). Connecting the Generations: Schools in an Aging Society. American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education.
Keller, M. J. (1996). Developing Meaningful Therapeutic Activities Programs in Adult Day Care Centers.. Seamless Connections.
Keller, M. J., Couper, D. (1996). Gerontology for Education Faculty: Teaching the Teachers. The National Council on Aging 46th Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1996). Mapping New Routes to Professional Success. North Carolina Recreation and Park Society - Therapeutic Recreation Division Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Hoffman, S., Rintala, (1996). Panel Reaction to Keynote Address by Dr. Csikszentmihalya - Flow. National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education.
Keller, M. J., Bedini, L., Foret, C. (1996). Providing Leisure to Caregivers: Inclusionary Experiences. National Therapeutic Recreation Institute. National Recreation and Parks Congress.
Keller, M. J. (1996). Strategies and Interventions for Working with Older Adults with Dementia.. Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Conference.
Keller, M. J., Broida, J. K. (1996). Writing Grants to Fund Your Programs: An Art & A Skill. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Annual Meeting.
Keller, M. J. (1995). Creative Therapies with Older Adults. 41st Annual American Society on Aging Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1995). Health and Wellness Through Recreation and Leisure. Mini-Conference in preparation for the White House Conference on Aging.
Keller, M. J. (1995). Intergenerational Readers Theater Based on Life Histories of Older Persons with Assistance from College Students.. National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress.
Keller, M. J., Walsh, A. M. (1995). Leisure Education: Parenting Children with Mental Retardation. Third Annual Conference on Parent Education.
Keller, M. J., Brill, P. (1994). Improvement of ADL's performance and Maximizing Function Through Functional Fitness Strength Training Programs.. Healthy People 2000: Delivering the Promise Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Issues Pertaining to Leisure and Older Adults with MR/DD: Research Findings and Implications.. 15th Annual International Conference on Developmental Disabilities.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Pre-retirement Planning. National Recreation and Park Association.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Programming with Mentally and Physically Disabled Persons. Texas Recreation and Park Society Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Su Fen, T. (1994). The Relationship Between Leisure and Perceived Burden of Spouse Caregivers of Persons With Alzheimer's Disease.. Leisure Research Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Therapeutic Recreation and Its Benefits to Geriatric Clients. 5th Trends Conference on Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Riddick, C. C. (1993). Benefits of Therapeutic Recreation Interventions with Geriatric Clients.. American Therapeutic Recreation Association's Professional Issues Forum.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Gaudet, G. (1993). Community Inclusion: The Influence of Selected Factors on Perceptions of Older Adults with Developmental Disabilities.. 14th Annual Meeting of the Southern Gerontological Society.
Keller, M. J. (1993). Creating an Intergenerational Readers Theater Program Based on Life Histories of Persons with Developmental Disabilities.. 17th Annual Mideastern Symposium on Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J. (1993). Creating Wellness Programs with Older Adults. Southern District American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
Keller, M. J. (1993). Designing Meaningful Leisure Activities for Persons with Dementia.. National Therapeutic Recreation Institute.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (1993). Relationships Between Sample Characteristics, Integration, and Independence in Adults with Developmental Disabilities.. National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress, Leisure Research Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Age-Associated Memory Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease: How Do They Impact Therapeutic Recreation with Geriatric Clients. 1992 American Therapeutic Recreation Association Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Aspects of Leisure Over the Life Span: Childhood through Older Adulthood.. National Recreation and Park Association Leisure Research Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Assessment Instruments in Long Term Health Care. Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Institute.
Keller, M. J., Weiller, K. H. (1992). Creating Meaningful Play Experience with Children: Linking Play Theories to Practice.. International Play Association Conference.
Keller, M. J., Doyle, E. I. (1992). Idiocentric and Allocentric Tendencies: Cultural and Sexual Differences in Nutritional Behaviors. 120th American Public Health Association Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Intervention Strategies with Older Adults. Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Leisure and Life Satisfaction through Programming with Older Adults.. Southern District of American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hoge, G. (1992). Older Adults with Developmental Disabilities and Leisure: Issues, Problems, and Practices.. National Recreation and Park Association, National Therapeutic Recreation Society Institute.
Keller, M. J., Weiller, K. H., Higgs, C. T. (1992). Profile of the All American Girls Professional Baseball League: Fifty Years Later.. North American Society for the Sociology of Sport.
Keller, M. J. (1992). The Role of Reminiscence and Life Review with Older Adults.. The International Conference on Leisure and Mental Health.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Creating Leisure Experiences with Older Adults as A Means to Enhance Leisure and Life Satisfaction.. National Recreation and Parks Association, National Therapeutic Recreation Society Institute.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Designing Therapeutic Recreation Experiences with Older Adults.. Annual Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J., Moss, A. (1991). Offender Productivity Project. Eighth Annual National Correctional Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Older Adults: The Activity Adoption Process. Activity Therapies Symposium - A Quest For Excellence.
Wilhite, B., Keller, M. J., Hoge, G. (1991). Preparing for the NCTRC Exam. Activity Therapies Symposium - A Quest For Excellence.
Keller, M. J. (1991). The Adoption of Fitness Programs by Older Females. 37th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Aging.
Keller, M. J. (1991). The Effects of Water Aerobics on Elderly Adults. 13th Annual Southwest Society on Aging Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1991). The Impact of a Water Aerobics Program on Older Adults. National Recreation and Parks Association, Symposium on Leisure Research.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Therapeutic Recreation Intervention Strategies with Confused Older Adults.. Southeast Therapeutic Recreation Symposium.
Keller, M. J. (1990). A Process of Adopting A Fitness Program. 43rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the Gerontological Society of America.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Creating Leisure Experiences which May Lead to Leisure and Life Satisfaction Among Older Adults.. 12th Annual Southwest Society on Aging Conference.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Older Adults Adoption Process of Physical Fitness Programs. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention Research Session.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Qualitative Research Across the Disciplines. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention Research Session.
Keller, M. J. (1990). The Relationship Between Well-Being and Plush Animals with Older Women in Long Term Health Care Facilities.. Symposium on Leisure Research, National Recreation and Park Association Congress.
Keller, M. J. (1990). The Value of Leisure as a Component of the Undergraduate Gerontology Curriculum.. 16th Annual Meeting of the Association of Gerontology in Higher Education.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Therapeutic Recreation Experiences Related to Leisure and Life Satisfaction with Geriatric Patients.. Annual Conference of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association.
Keller, M. J. (1989). Consumer Survey for Aging Georgians with Developmental Disabilities..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Disability, Aging and the Pursuit of Happiness..
Keller, M. J. (1989). The Role of Music in the Treatment of Frail Elderly..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Validation and Reality Therapy Techniques with Older Adults..
Keller, M. J. (1988). A Process of Adopting Fitness Programs by Older Women..
Keller, M. J. (1988). A Regional Study of the Needs of Blind and Visually Impaired Older Adults..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Aids in After School Programs..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Leisure and Aging..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Leisure Education In Correctional Recreation: Changing Lifestyles..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Developing Wellness Programs with Older Adults..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Selecting the "Right" Therapy: Validation and Reality Orientation Therapies..
Keller, M. J. (1986). Leisure Activity Adoption Process Among Older Women..
Keller, M. J. (1986). Leisure and Aging: Trends and Issues..
Keller, M. J. (1986). Total Environmental Approach to Leisure Services with Older Adults..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Camping with Senior Citizens..
Keller, M. J. (1985). I Remember...I Remember: A Source of Life Review with the Older Adult..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Leisure Activities and the Old Old..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Leisure and the Family: A Source of Integration and/or Conflict..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Leisure Patterns and Adjustment of Centenarians..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Recreation and Leisure in Age-segregated Retirement Communities: Issues of Programming..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Relationship Between Leisure Activity Intensity and Life Satisfaction Among Older Women..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Disseminating Gerontological Research to Practitioners..
Keller, M. J. (1983). The Role of Leisure in Life Satisfaction Among Older Women..
Keller, M. J. (1983). The Status of Therapeutic Recreation in A Selected Sunbelt State..
Keller, M. J. (1982). Poets in Time: An Intergenerational Service-Learning Program.
Keller, M. J. (1981). Continuing Education Needs and Nursing Home Personnel..
Keller, M. J. (1978). Accreditation - What It Is and What It Means to You..
Keller, M. J. (1978). Quest for Quality in Professional Development for Leisure Service Personnel..
Journal Article
Lee, J., Coffie, B., Davis, K., Warren, C., Keller, M. J., Zhang, T. (2023). Promising practices to promote physical activity and healthy eating among Head Start caregivers and their children. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15598276231221512
Li, X., Brune, K., Keller, M. J., Stelter, J., Ingman, S. R. (2023). Role of activity professionals in applying APIE model to enhance residents' activity and engagement in long-term care settings. Gerontology & Geriatrics Education. https://www.lidsen.com/journals/geriatrics/geriatrics-07-02-239
Li, X., Keller, M. J., Stelter, J., Brune, K., Ingman, S. R. (2023). Supporting resident engagement via web-based assessment system: Experience of activity professionals from long-term care settings. Educational Gerontology. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/03601277.2023.2172518
Zhang, X., Gu, X., Zhang, T., Keller, M. J. (2022). The mediating roles of sleep quality and sedentary behavior between physical fitness and depression among female college freshmen. Journal of American College Health. 70(5), 1528-1535.
Lee, J., Keller, J. J., Zhang, T. (2022). Relation between Demographics and Physical Activity among Preschoolers Attending Head Start. Journal of Child and Family Studies. Chambersburg, PA:.
Shen, L., Zhu, G., Keller, M. J., Cui, Z., Chen, C., Xie, M. (2022). Exploring Early Career Physical Education Teachers' Professional Identity Construction in Rural China. Sport, Education, and Society. London:.
Gu, X., Keller, M. J., Zhang, T., Dempsey, D., Roberts, H., Jeans, K., Stevens, W., Borchard, J., VanPelt, J., Tulchin-Francis, K. (2022). Disparity in Built Environment and Its Impacts on Youths' Physical Activity Behaviors during COVID-19 Pandemic Restrictions. Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities. Springer.
Keller, M. J. (2022). Revitalizing Senior Center: Then and Now. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration. 57(5), 22-24. Ashburn, VA: National Parks and Recreation Association. https://ezine.nrpa.org/nrpa/ParksRecreationMagazine/may-2022/index.php#/p/22
Gu, X., Tamplain, P., Chen, W., Zhang, T., Keller, J., Wang, J. (2021). A mediation analysis of the association between fundamental motor skills and physical activity during the middle childhood.. Children & Schools. 8(2), 64.
Loy, T., DeVries, D., Keller, M. (2021). Recreational therapy in nursing homes: History, regulations, COVID-19, and beyond. Therapeutic Recreation Journal. 50(1), 1-18.
Tulchin-Francis, K., Stevens Jr, W., Gu, X., Zhang, T., Roberts, H., Keller, J., Dempsey, D., Borchard, J., Jeans, K., VanPelt, J. (2021). The impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic on physical activity in US children.. Journal of Sport and Health Science. 10(3), 323–332.
Zhang, X., Gu, X., Chen, S., Keller, M., Lee, J. (2021). The roles of sex and minority status in children's motivation and psychomotor learning. Perceptual and Motor Skills. 128(6), 2849-2866. https://doi.org/10.1177/00315125211046446
Rivera, S., Mpofu, E., Keller, J., Ingman, S. (2021). Older adults’ mental health through leisure activities during COVID-19: A Scoping Review.. Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine. 7(23337214211036776), 23337214211036776. Oakland CA: Sage. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34395816/
Zhang, X., Gu, X., Zhang, T., Keller, M. (2020). The mediating roles of sleep quality and sedentary behavior between physical fitness and depression among female college freshman. Journal of American College Health. September, 1-8. Taylor & Francis. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32877625/
Gu, X., Keller, M., Zhang, T., Zhang, X. (2020). Toward healthy living: Enabling physical activity among adults with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Health Science & Education. 4(2), 1-5. eSciRes. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/340280323
Gu, X., Zhang, T., Senlin, C., Keller, M., Zhang, X. (2020). School-based sedentary behavior, physical activity, and health-related outcomes among Hispanic children in the United States: A cross-sectional study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 17(1197), 1-9. MDPI. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7068440/
Lee, J., Zhang, T., Chu, A., Zhang, X., Weiller-Abels, K., Keller, J. (2019). Comprehensive school physical activity program and physical literacy: Exploring preservice classroom teachers’ perspectives. Advances in Physical Education. 9, 314-330.
Gu, X., Zhang, T., Chu, A., Keller, J., Zhang, X., Nelson, L., Brown, K. (2019). Exploring racial disparities in physical activity and quality of life through an expectancy-value perspective. Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities. 6, 973-980.
Doherty, B., Keller, J., Keller, J., Zhang, T. (2019). Promoting school-aged children's physical literacy in schools; A brief review. Journal of Teaching, Research, and Media in Kinesiology. 10, 45-49. http://www.sports-media.org/index.php/jtrm-in-kinesiology/43-promoting-school-aged-children-s-physical-literacy-in-schools-a-brief-review
Hatch, A., Mays, A., Rousey, D., Brumbach, M., Young, M., Hubbard, C., Keller, M. (2019). Promoting Transfer Success through the AAC&U GEMs Pathways Project. Peer Review. 21(3), 12-21. Association of American Colleges & Universities.
Gu, X., Zhang, T., Chu, T., Keller, J., Zhang, X. (2019). The direct and indirect effects of motor competence on adolescent' mental health through health-related physical fitness. Research Journal of Sport Sciences. 37(17), 1927-1933. DENTON:. https://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/YzwhY5h7fZ3IVbdQchsm/full?target=10.1080/02640414.2019.1605652
Zhang, X., Gu, X., Keller, M. J., Chen, Q. (2019). Understanding physical activity behavior of Chinese female college students with and without vulnerable conditions: A theory of planned behavior perspective. Women & Health. 59(8), 907-920. Taylor & Francis Group.
Zhang, X., Gu, X., Zhang, T., Keller, J. M., Chen, S. (2018). Comprehensive school physical activity programs: Recommendations for physical education teacher education.. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. 89, 11-18.
Gu, X., Keller, M. J., Weiller-Abels, K. H., Zhang, T. (2018). The roles of physical activity and sedentary behavior on Hispanic children's mental health: A motor skill perspective. Quality of Life Research. 27(1), 185-193. Springer International Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28815374
Zhang, T., Gu, X., Keller, M. J., Zhang, X., Burgett, J. (2017). The role of built environments on children's sedentary behavior: A social ecological perspective. World Journal of Preventive Medicine. 5(1), 33-42. Science and Education Publishing. http://pubs.sciepub.com/jpm/5/1/5/index.html
Natesan, P., Keller, M. J., Blumenthal, H., Zamboanga, B., Ham, S., Cloutier, R. Development and Initial Psychometric Validation of the Brief - Caffeine Expectancies Questionnaire (B-CaffEQ).. Psychological Assessment.
Keller, M. J. (2017). Older adults: Explore their changing demographics and health outlook. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration. 1(1), 36-49.
Keller, M. J., Sprinkmeyer, F. (2016). Reinventing senior centers: Virtually. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration. 1(1), 50-53. Sagamore Publishers.
Duplanty, A., Vingren, J., Keller, M. J. (2014). Exercise training recommendations: Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 36(2), 29-31.
Duplanty, A., Vingren, J., Keller, M. J. (2014). Physical activity and intellectual disability. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 36(2), 26-28.
Keller, M. J., Johnson, N. L., Hodges, J. S. (2006). Get moving and keep moving: Motivating older adults for participation in leisure time physical activity.. Activities, Adaptation & Aging.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hodges, J. S., Caldwell, L. (2004). Enhancing human development and optimizing health and well-being in persons with Multiple Sclerosis.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Collins, J. R., Jacobson, S. (2003). A research agenda for therapeutic recreation revised. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Hodges, J. S. (2003). How do you know activities make a difference? Practice-based research and evaluation.. Activities, Adaptation & Aging.
Keller, M. J., Faria-Tomaszewski, S., Jenkins, S. R. (2001). An evolution of therapeutic horseback riding programs for adults with physical impairments.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Gaudet, G., Buettner, L. (2000). The efficacy of sensory stimulation with older adults with dementia-related cognitive impairments.. Annual in Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Caldwell, L. (1999). Optimizing lifelong health and well-being: Expanding therapeutic recreation focus on prevention and health promotion through healthy leisure lifestyle.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Hodges, J. S. (1999). Perceived influences on social integration by students with physical disabilities.. Journal of College Student Development.
Keller, M. J., Valerius, L. V., Doyle, E. I. (1998). Inclusion of race and ethnicity in leisure services curriculum.. SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies & Recreation Education.
Keller, M. J., Hodges, J. S. (1998). Perception of collegiate social integration of students with visual impairments.. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness.
Keller, M. J. (1997). Cherished possessions: Being an effective helper with older adults.. Other.
Brill, P. A., Jensen, R. L., Koltyn, K. F., Morgan, L. A., Morrow, J. R., Keller, M. J., Jackson, A. W. (1997). The feasibility of conducting a group-based progressive strength training program in residents of a multi-level care facility. Activities, Adaptation & Aging. 22(4), 53–63. Taylor & Francis Group.
Keller, M. J. (1996). Educating for a changing society: Recreation and leisure services.. Other.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (1996). Integration, productivity, and independence among adults with developmental disabilities: Implications for therapeutic recreation.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Goggin, N. L. (1996). Older drivers: A closer look. Educational Gerontology.
Keller, M. J., Carter,, Beck, T. M. (1996). Recreation and leisure services: A vision for today. Other.
Keller, M. J., Doyle, E. I., Feldman, R. H. (1995). Nutrition education and gender differences: Working with Brazilian adolescents.. Health Values: The Journal of Health Behavior, Education & Promotion.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (1995). The case study approach to therapeutic recreation: Educational implications.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Beaudouin, N. M. (1994). Aquatic-Solutions: A continuum of services for individuals with physical disabilities in the community.. Therapeutic Recreation Journal.
Keller, M. J., Burns, J. L. (1994). Camping for youth with Chronic Illnesses. Camping Magazine.
Keller, M. J. (1994). Integrating older adults with mental retardation into therapeutic recreation activities within adult day care centers.. Southwest Journal on Aging.
Keller, M. J., Grossman, A. S. (1994). New and growing populations for therapeutic recreation to serve: Trends in the HIV/AIDS Epidemic.. Journal of Leisurability.
Keller, M. J., Foret, C. M. (1993). A society growing older: Its implications for leisure. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance.
Keller, M. J., Goggin, N. L. (1993). Movement is ageless: Enhancing leisure participation. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance.
Keller, M. J. (1993). No longer home alone. Other.
Keller, M. J., Doyle, E. I., Feldman, R. H. (1993). Nutrition education and the influence of culture: Working with Brazilian adolescents.. International Quarterly of Community Health Education.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (1993). The role of therapeutic recreation in community involvement: Patterns and perceptions of older adults with developmental disabilities.. Annual in Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Cherry, K. E., Dudley, W. N. (1992). A needs assessment of persons with visual impairments: Implications for older adults and service providers.. Journal of Gerontological Social Work.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Children and the AIDS/HIV epidemic: A Role for educators and recreation professionals.. Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Keller, M. J., Wooley, s. M. (1992). Designing exercise programs with older adults: Theory and practice.. Activities, Adaptation & Aging.
Keller, M. J., Hughes, S. (1992). Leisure education: A coping strategy for family caregivers. Journal of Gerontological Social Work.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Linking generations through recreation. Other.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Hoge, G. (1992). Living the good life. Other.
Keller, M. J., Riddick, C. C. (1992). Research update: Efficacy of recreation on influencing the social psychological health of elders.. Other.
Keller, M. J. (1992). Returning to our roots: A search for passion and compassion. Other.
Keller, M. J. (1992). The role of leisure education with family caregivers. Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Keller, M. J. (1991). An active role for community recreators with persons who have sensory impairments.. Texas Recreation and Parks Society.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Creating a recreation integration process among older adults with mental retardation.. Educational Gerontology.
Keller, M. J., Hudson, S. D. (1991). Learning and growing on playgrounds: Creating play environments for therapeutic recreation experiences.. Texas Recreation and Parks Society.
Keller, M. J., Hudghes, S. (1991). The role of leisure education with family caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.. Annual in Therapeutic Recreation.
Keller, M. J., Hudson, S. D. (1991). Theory to practice: Creating play environments for therapeutic recreation experiences.. Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Keller, M. J., Turner, N. H. (1990). Children with AIDS and related illnesses: The role of therapeutic recreation with terminal illness.. Leisure Information Quarterly.
Keller, M. J., Riddick, C. C. (1990). Developing recreation services to assist elders who are developmentally disabled.. Activities, Adaptation & Aging.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B., Nicholson, L. (1990). Integrating older persons with developmental disabilities into community recreation: Theory to practice.. Activities, Adaptation & Aging.
Keller, M. J. (1990). Intergenerational sharing: Teens and Elderly for the Arts (TEA).. Journal of Applied Gerontology.
Keller, M. J. (1989). Characteristics of leisure activities which may lead to leisure satisfaction among older adults..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Credentials for our growing profession..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Community recreators and your sensorially impaired community members..
Keller, M. J. (1988). The changing scene in recreation and leisure studies graduate education..
Keller, M. J. (1988). The psychosocial implications of AIDS on leisure services..
Keller, M. J. (1988). The use of triangulation as an evaluation technique: Illustration from regional symposia in therapeutic recreation..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Therapeutic recreation practitioners' involvement in the AIDS epidemic: Rationale and implications..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Recreation for all: Do we do it?.
Keller, M. J. (1986). Creating wellness programs with older people: A process for therapeutic recreators..
Keller, M. J. (1986). Evaluation of the 1985 Southeast therapeutic recreation symposium..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Creating a positive work environment for therapeutic recreation personnel..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Establishing intergenerational exchange opportunities..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Joining together: An intergenerational sharing for special people..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Activity personnel as professional helpers..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Life just gives us time and space: It's up to us to fill it..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Make program failures work for you..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Selecting activities for older adults..
Keller, M. J. (1983). How do you feel after a program failure?.
Keller, M. J. (1983). It is as you will it - joining hands and hearts..
Keller, M. J. (1983). The continuing education needs of activities coordinators in older adult long term care facilities..
Keller, M. J. (1983). The sharing of life and learning - An intergenerational program..
Keller, M. J. (1982). A study of the continuing education needs of activities coordinators in Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1981). Something old: Something new - student advocates..
Keller, M. J. (1979). Research update - Continuing education needs..
Keller, M. J. (1978). Stated continuing education needs and factors related to participation among Florida municipal recreation directors..
Keller, M. J. (1976). This I believe..
Magazine/Trade Publication
Keller, M. J. (2016). For credit or not? Exploring the value of non-credit higher education. The evolllution.
Keller, M. J. (2015). Improving accessibility and retention of minority males in PT programs. The evolllution.
Keller, M. J. (2015). Lessons from AVATAR for reaching 60X30TX. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Keller, M. J. (2015). HB5 college preparatory courses: A look after one year. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Keller, M. J., Harris, M. (2015). Results of AVATAR's regional college preparatory course survey. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Wright-Chapman, K., Keller, M. J. (2015). AVATAR and CTE. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Harris, M., Keller, M. J. (2014). Welcome to the AVATAR website. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Keller, M. J. (2014). Adventures of AVATAR. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Keller, M. J. (2014). A process for educational vertical alignment in Texas. The evolllution.
Keller, M. J. (2014). AVATAR: Aligning Algebra II and college mathematics. College and Career Readiness Digest.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Why should I take the test? An analogy. American Therapeutic Recreation Association Newsletter.
Popular Press Article
Keller, M. J. (1993). Therapeutic Recreation Services for the Chronic Mentally Ill. Wichita Falls State Hospital.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Inmate Utilization Review: State of the Art. Georgia Department of Corrections.
Keller, M. J. (1991). Offender Productivity Status Report. Georgia Department of Corrections.
Keller, M. J., Guess-Lealiiee, W., Wooley, S. (1990). Designing and Conducting Physical Fitness Programs with Older Adults.. 12th Annual Therapeutic Recreation Symposium for the Southwest.
Keller, M. J. (1990). The Adoption Process of a Physical Fitness Program by Older Adults..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Consumer Satisfaction Survey for Persons With Developmental Disabilities..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Project Reach Playground Needs and Interests Survey..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Visually Impaired Needs Assessment Projects: 1987-1988 Executive Summary..
Keller, M. J. (1989). Wellness Can Be A Part of Your Life. Video Productions..
Keller, M. J. (1988). A Survey of the Needs of Blind and Visually Impaired Individuals in Eight Surrounding Counties of Atlanta, Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Five-Year Master Plan for CSRA-AAA..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Training Manual for Conducting Needs Assessments with Visually Impaired Persons..
Keller, M. J. (1988). Visually Impaired Needs Assessment Project in Southeast Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1987). A Feasibility Study of Therapeutic and Senior Citizens Recreation Services in Elberton..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Atlanta Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging Needs Assessment Project.
Keller, M. J. (1987). Creating Environments and Programs Which Motivate Seniors . Video Productions..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Feasibility Study of Therapeutic and Senior Citizens Recreation Programs and Services..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Leisure Education in Correctional Recreation. Video Productions..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Model Needs Assessment Project for the Visually Impaired in Clarke County, Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1986). 1985 Southeast Therapeutic Recreation Comprehensive Evaluation..
Keller, M. J. (1985). Guidelines for Pet Programs in Health Care Facilities..
Keller, M. J. (1985). The Status of Correctional Recreation Personnel and Programs in Georgia's Correctional Institutions..
Keller, M. J. (1985). The Status of Therapeutic Recreation in Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Feasibility Study of Therapeutic Recreation Services for Dalton Parks and Recreation Department..
Keller, M. J. (1984). Gwinnett County Association of Retarded Citizens Comprehensive Evaluation Report..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Recreational Programs to Meet the Needs of Older Adults in Rome-Floyd County..
Keller, M. J. (1983). Summary of Gerontology Projects in Georgia..
Keller, M. J. (1983). The Relationship Between Leisure Satisfaction and Life Satisfaction Among Older Women..
Keller, M. J. (1981). Intergenerational Service Learning: Joining Forces. Video Productions..
Keller, M. J. (1981). University Year for Action Program Evaluation..
Textbook
Wilhite, B., Keller, M. J., Epps, L. (2002). In-home therapeutic recreation: Successful strategies and services.. National Recreation and Park Association.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (2000). Therapeutic recreation: Cases and exercises. (2), . Venture Publishing.
Keller, M. J., Wilhite, B. (1992). Therapeutic recreation: Cases and exercises.. Venture Publishing.
Keller, M. J. (1989). Activity programming in long term health care facilities: Processes and techniques..
Keller, M. J. (1987). Helping older adults develop active leisure lifestyles..

Awarded Grants

Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research

Grant - Research
Barrio, B. L. (Principal), Carey, C. D. (Co-Principal), Savage, M. (Co-Principal), Keller, M. (Co-Principal), Levingston, B. D. (Supporting), Gafford, L. C. (Supporting), Mpofu, E., "UNT ELEVAR: Inclusive Post-Secondary Education Program for Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities in Texas," Sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Federal, $2636981 Funded. (October 1, 2020September 30, 2025).
Zhang, T. (Principal), Keller, J. (Co-Principal), "Minority Obesity Vanquished with Education (MOVE) in Head Start," Sponsored by Department of Health & Human Services, Federal, $252500 Funded. (October 1, 2020September 30, 2023).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Work Study Mentorship Programs," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $609229 Funded. (September 1, 2021August 31, 2023).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "North Texas Pathways Project/TXRAN," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $90300 Funded. (May 11, 2018August 31, 2021).
Zhang, T. (Principal), Castro, D. C. (Co-Principal), Keller, J. (Co-Principal), "Supportive Environments to Promote Physical Activity and Health among Head Start Centers' Underserved Preschoolers," Sponsored by College of Education, University of North Texas, $10000 Funded. (May 1, 2019June 30, 2020).
Gu, X. (Principal), Keller, J. (Co-Principal), Zhang, T. (Co-Principal), "Developing Health Campuses through University-School Partnerships: The Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program Intervention," Sponsored by The Zhejiang Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, International, $54050 Funded. (December 15, 2017December 31, 2019).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Seamless Transfer Pathways," Sponsored by Micheal & Susan Dell Foundation, Private, $525000 Funded. (August 23, 2017August 31, 2019).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Allied Health Pathways E3," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $468000 Funded. (September 01, 2016May 31, 2019).
Gu, X. (Principal), Keller, J. (Co-Principal), "Promoting Physical Activity and Quality of Life among Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities," Sponsored by Denton County Mental Health Mental Retardation Center - MHMR, Local, $12500.00 Funded. (October 15, 2017September 30, 2018).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Ventanilla de Educacion," Sponsored by Parents Alliance, Incorporated, Private, $41086 Funded. (June 01, 2017July 31, 2018).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "The Work Study Mentorship Program," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $551566 Funded. (September 1, 2015August 31, 2017).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "AVATAR HB5 Mathematics and English Language Arts Courses," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $325000. Funded. (October 1, 2013August 31, 2016).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Minority Health Research and Education Grant," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $109000 Funded. (September 01, 2014August 31, 2015).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "North Texas Regional P-16 Council," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $24750 Funded. (July 01, 2014August 31, 2015).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "AVATAR Statewide Network," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $61805 Funded. (December 15, 2013August 31, 2014).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "Allied Health Pathways: A Minority Male Initiative," Sponsored by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, State, $471263 Funded. (September 01, 2012August 31, 2014).
Grant - Teaching
Keller, J., "Career Connect - Service Learning," Sponsored by University of North Texas, Local, $1750 Funded. (May 2018August 2018).
Keller, M. J. (Principal), "CLEAR - Course Design Institute," Sponsored by University of North Texas CLEAR, University of North Texas, $1500 Funded. (May 01, 2017August 01, 2017).
Sponsored Research
Zhang, T. (Principal), Keller, J. (Co-Principal), "Head Start to Healthy Lifestyles (HSHL) with SNAP-Ed.," Sponsored by Texas Health & Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)., Federal, $1407018 Funded. (October 1, 2021September 30, 2024).
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  • Overall Summative Rating (median):
    This rating represents the combined responses of students to the four global summative items and is presented to provide an overall index of the class’s quality. Overall summative statements include the following (response options include a Likert scale ranging from 5 = Excellent, 3 = Good, and 1= Very poor):
    • The course as a whole was
    • The course content was
    • The instructor’s contribution to the course was
    • The instructor’s effectiveness in teaching the subject matter was
  • Challenge and Engagement Index:
    This rating combines student responses to several SPOT items relating to how academically challenging students found the course to be and how engaged they were. Challenge and Engagement Index items include the following (response options include a Likert scale ranging from 7 = Much higher, 4 = Average, and 1 = Much lower):
    • Do you expect your grade in this course to be
    • The intellectual challenge presented was
    • The amount of effort you put into this course was
    • The amount of effort to succeed in this course was
    • Your involvement in course (doing assignments, attending classes, etc.) was
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