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Course Goal / Objective
To promote ecological tourism (Ecotourism) in all its aspects. Seeing the benefits of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in ecotourism. To understand that ecotourism is a good alternative for sustainable tourism, as tourism that protects the environment, sustains the welfare of local people, knows its responsibility to natural areas, and offers an environmentally friendly alternative to mass tourism.
Course Content
Tourism and ecotourism connection. Tourism and environment. Ecotourism: concepts, definitions and issues. Ecotourism: consumers of nature and the environment. Ecotourism industry, impact of ecotourism, development and planning of ecotourism. Ecotourism management. Ecotourism marketing. Predictions and future issues for ecotourism.
Course Precondition
No Prerequisites
Resources
Honey, M. (2008), Ecotourism and Sustainable Development, Second Edition. Fennell, D.A. (2020), Ecotourism, 5th Edition, Routledge.
Notes
Notes about ecological tourism and some power point presentations Lecturer notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Will have knowledge about Ecotourism and related concepts. |
| LO02 | Will have information about types of eco tourism |
| LO03 | To be informed about the social and sectoral structure of the ecotourism industry |
| LO04 | To have information about ecotourism activities implemented in the world and in Turkey |
| LO05 | To have information about the benefits, features, criteria and principles of ecotourism |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts and practices in the field of tourism and travel services. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyzes the structure, functioning and main actors of the tourism sector. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic strategies in tourism marketing, sales and customer relations. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts operational processes related to travel agencies, tour operators and accommodation businesses. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Effectively uses current reservation and ticketing systems used in the industry. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It follows digitalization and innovative technologies in the tourism sector and integrates them into applications. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Face to face communication, effective communication and features have gained power to persuade. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses basic computer software, information and communication technologies. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates verbally and in writing regarding the sector using foreign language knowledge. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ensures guest satisfaction using customer relationship management principles. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Be sensitive to differences between people and cultures, show tolerance and respect. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It measures the impact of the tourism sector on the country's economy and transportation services. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acts within the framework of tourism law, consumer rights and professional ethical rules. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with the environmentally sensitive and sustainable tourism approach. | 5 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses teamwork, leadership and problem-solving skills effectively. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she is aware of entrepreneurship, professional development and career management and constantly improves himself/herself in this direction. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alternative Tourism | review of course information packets | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Sustainable Tourism | Searching articles about the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Ecological Tourism | Discussing articles about the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Types of Eco Tourism | readings about related subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Bird Watching | Preparation about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Plateau Tourism | readings about related subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Hunting Tourism | General revision | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Cave Tourism | readings about related subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 10 | Underwater Diving Tourism | Reviewing the research about related subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 11 | Air Sports Tourism | Discussing the research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Botanical Tourism | readings about related subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Photo Safari Tourism | Preparation to the related subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Camping Caravan Tourism | readings about related subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Planning and implementation of sustainable ecotourism projects | General revision | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||