final obe syllabus worldtour

Republic of the PhilippinesBATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITYGov. Pablo Borbon Main Campus 1

COLLEGE OF ACCOUNTANCY BUSINESS ECONOMICS AND INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

TOURISM MANAGEMENT PROGRAMCOURSE SPECIFICATION

Second Semester, AY 2013-2014

COURSE TITLE: WORLD TOURISM COURSE CODE: TRM 206 DOCUMENT CODE:PREREQUISITE: TRM 101, 102 and 201 REVISION NUMBER:LECTURE UNIT: 3 ISSUE NUMBER:LABORATORY UNIT: None ISSUED DATE:

VISIONA leading University in the region which shapes a globally competent citizen

imbued with moral courage nurtured through values and quality education

MISSIONBatangas State University commits to develop productive citizens by providing

the highest standard of instruction, research, extension service and production through value-laden learning experiences, community partnerships and internalization initiatives.

College Goals

The College of Accountancy, Business, Economics and International Hospitality Management aims to provide quality education to prepare students for a wide range of careers in accountancy, business, hotel and restaurant management, tourism management, customs and public administration, aspire for continuing education, enhance competencies and hone their leadership skills to enable them to participate actively in the global market through high quality instruction, research, extension and production which serve as fertile ground for the internalization of values that uplift self, society and the environment.

Program Objectives

The Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management graduates are expected to:

To perform work activities effectively and efficiently to the standards expected in the operation required in the tourism industry.

To undertake task, function duties and activities in the operation of travel, government and non-government agencies in accordance with the competency standards.

To analyze situation, identify problems, formulates solutions and implements corrective and or mitigating measures and actions.

To think critically and creatively to cope with the challenging world of tourism.

1. PHILOSOPHY

World Tourism differs from all other forms of geography in this way: It concentrates on those features about a destination that affect travel and tourism. This study aims to know all the relevant facts about a destination, to be aware of what kind of traveler favors a destination, to know the individual tourist that you are serving and to search for enhancement opportunities.

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Students taking this course will be made aware of the different tourist destinations not only in the country but all over the world and they will be familiarized with the culture and the history of each country.

2. AUDIENCEWorld Tourism is a three – units course intended for second year Bachelor of Science in

Tourism Management students with prior knowledge to Principles of Tourism I and II and Philippine Tourism.

3. STUDENT OUTCOMES

Demonstrate competencies in the different areas of tourism such as tour guiding and escorting, tour and travel agency and airline operations.

Execute effective and efficient oral and written skills in communication and information technology in tourism industry.

Apply knowledge of a global perspective and diversity issues as related to tourism sectors.

Formulate effective solutions to the identified problems in the field of tourism environment.

4. INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the students must be able to:1. Learn the meaning and importance of world tourism;2. Know the history of tourism;3. show understanding of the basic concepts of worldtourism;4. establish certain properties of the set of world tourism;5. apply the methods of improving the quality of different tourist destinations;6. Understand the difference of domestic tourism to “ world tourism”;

Mapped intended learning outcome with the student outcomes for the course.

Intended Learning Outcomes Applicable Student OutcomesILO1 A BILO2 A BILO3 A B CILO4 A B CILO5 A B CILO6 A B C

5. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

TOPICS ILO1 ILO2 ILO3 ILO4

ILO5 ILO6

1.The Definition and importance of Geography 1.1. Define World tourism.1.2. Familiarize with the different

locations of different tourist destinations.

1.3. State and analyze the importance of studying of world tourism for their course.

X X X

2.North America: Charm of the Familiar2.1 Familiarize with the different locations of different tourist destinations.2.2 Enumerate the culture and

behavior of the people from X X X X X X

these places2.3 Understand the history of the

places2.4 Remember the important facts of

a destination

3.Latin America3.1 Familiarize with the different


3.2 Enumerate the culture and behavior of the people from these places

3.3 Understand the history of the places

3.4 Remember the important facts of a destination

X X X

4. Caribbean4.1 Familiarize with the different





X X X X

5. Africa and Middle East 5.1 Familiarize with the different





X X X X

6. Asia 6.1 Familiarize with the different





X X X X

7. Antarctica7.1 Familiarize with the different


7.2 Enumerate the culture and behavior of the people from

X X X X

these places7.3 Understand the history of the

places7.4 Remember the important facts of

a destination

8. Oceania 8.1 Familiarize with the different





X X X X

9. World Tourism 9.1Define world tourism and its connection to ecotourism9.2. understand the low impact on the environment and culture9.3. find ways to ensure to give a positive experience for local people9.4. Discuss issues regarding advantages and disadvantages of sustainable tourism

X X X X X

1 Fish and Shellfishes10.1 Define fish and different types of fish.10.2 Familiarize in the different market forms of fish10.3 Define shellfish and different types of it.10.4 Determining the freshness of fish and shellfish

10.5 Preparing different recipes using fish and shellfish

X X X X X

2 Meat and Poultry11.1 Define Poultry and meats.11.2 Identify the six categories of Poultry.11.3 State the different types of meat and their cuts.11.4 Preparing different recipes using poultry and meats.

X X X X X

3 Dessert12.1 Define dessert and their usage.12.2 Familiarize in the varieties of dessert.12.3 Preparing different desserts.

X X X X X

6. COURSE OUTLINE

The following is the list of topics and required readings for the course. However, the instructor has the right to alter the outline at any time due to inevitable circumstances or presence of other resources which he deems essential for the class.

Week No. Topics Suggested Strategies & Activities

Suggested Readings

Week 1

Basic Ingredients: Geography and How to Sell It Lecture & Discussion, pp 1-33

Week 2

North America: Charm of the FAmiliar Lecture & Discussion,Showing video pp 34-81

about the history of tourism Week 3 Latin America and the Caribbean Lecture & Discussion Pp 82-153Week 4 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION Week 5 Europe: Continental Flair Lecture & Discussion, film showing pp 154-169 Week 6 Africa Lecture & Discussion pp 170-207Week 7 Middle East Lecture & Discussion pp 208-221Week 8 MIDTERM EXAMINATION Week 9 Asia Lecture & Discussion, Film Showing pp 222-243Week 10 History and Culture Lecture & Discussion pp 244-283Week 11 Different Tourist Destinations Lecture & Discussion Pp284-327Week 12 SEMI-FINAL EXAMINATION Week 13 Antarctica Lecture & Discussion pp 328-363Week 14 Oceania

Lecture, Discussion, Exposure Tour and Seminar pp364-413

Week 15 FINAL EXAMINATION

7. TEACHING-LEARNING STRATEGIES AND ASSESSMENT METHODSA. Lecture . Instructor will emphasize and clarify the literary conventions, universal

themes, elements, styles and unique features of each masterpiece in English and American Literature. He will guide the students in identifying them in some literary works listed as required readings in the course. Performance of the students will be assessed through rubrics and test.

B. Multi-media presentation . The students will prepare multimedia presentations on their selected topics on Principles of World Tourism will be assessed through rubrics and test.

C. Portfolio . This will provide a structure for long-duration, in depth assignments responsible for demonstrating mastery of concepts among student. These are collection of evidence, prepared by the student and evaluated by the instructor, to demonstrate mastery, comprehension, application, and synthesis of a given set of concepts. Assignments, quizzes and research presentations given every chapter are also part of the portfolio.

D. Problem Sets . The students will be given home exercises every Chapter or Unit. They have to do extensive research and answer each problem given. They will submit their papers on or before due date assigned by the instructor. Each set of

supplementary problems provides further application of rules and principles. A guide number for each set refers the student to the set of related problems.

8. COURSE POLICIESA. Refer to the University’s Student Handbook for the policies on Attendance, Dropping

of Sub\\ject, Grading System and on Scholastic Delinquency.B. Homework and Seatwork . Homework and seatwork are integral part of the course.

This may come in various task such as group work, individual activity, research work, extended reading and the like. This will provide opportunities for the students to transfer the concepts they have learned in class to a more concrete situation and to equally participate in class discussion; hence, each is encouraged to comply with the assigned task. Failure to comply means delinquency which will adversely affect one’s performance in the course. Late submission of homework or seatwork will not be tolerated.

C. Examinations . There will be four major examinations (preliminary, midterm, semi-final and final examinations). All major examinations will be administered on the date set by the department otherwise specified. The scope of each exam will include but not limited to the topics given in the class for a specific term. Other policies regarding examination will be announced prior or at the date of the test or be included in the general directions of the test paper. Make-up tests will only be given to a student having a valid reason for not taking the examination on the prescribed date. This will be possible if one can present suitable documents justifying the absence on the time of the examination. The instructor or the university reserves the right to disapprove any explanations for absences presented without prior notice and to void opportunity for a make-up test.

D. Academic Misconduct . Academic misconduct will be subject to disciplinary action. Any act of dishonesty in academic work constitutes academic misconduct. This includes plagiarism, changing or falsifying any academic documents or materials, cheating, and giving or receiving unauthorized aid in tests, examinations, or other assigned school works. Punishment for academic misconduct will vary according to the seriousness of the offense. Punishment for such offenses includes expulsion, suspension, non-credit of examination and the like.

E. Regulations and Restrictions in the Classroom The students should be completely aware on how they behave and exhibit their

attitude inside the class. They must avoid interrupting or distracting the class on any level. The following must be strictly observed during the class.

a. The orderliness and cleanliness of the classroom must be maintained before, during and after the class.

b. Any material or gadget irrelevant to the subject must be turned off and kept.c. Chatting or talking with the seatmates is prohibited unless required in the

classroom activity.d. Going in and out of the room without permission from the instructor.e. Having been excused by friends or peers from the class for any reason is not

allowed except for emergency cases concerning family problems or administrative reasons.

9. ACADEMIC INFRASTRUCTUREA. Textbook:

Selling Tourist Destinations, Marc Mancini , Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd, 2011

B. References:Principles of Tourism, Zenaida Cruz, 2000Sustainable tourism in the Philippines, Libosada, Carlos M, 2000Ecotourism, Fennell, David 2007Ecotourism: Impacts, Potentials and Possibilities? Stephen Wearing, John Neil, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2009

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http://www.google.com.ph/search?tbo=p&tbm=bks&q=inauthor:%22Stephen+Wearing%22

Prepared by:

MS. PHOEBE DIAN C. DIMAANOInstructor [email protected] Time: 2:00PM – 3:00PM (MWF)

Checked and Verified by:

PROF. MA. THERESA G. ABIADProgram Chairman, International Hospitality Management

Noted by:

DR. REMEDIOS P. MAGNAYE Associate Dean, College of Accountancy, Business Economics

and International Hospitality Management

Approved by:

PROF. ELISA S. DIAZAssociate Dean, College of Accountancy, Business Economics

and International Hospitality Management

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