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An Exploratory Study of the Use of Educational Tours as a Learning and Teaching Method for Hospitality and Tourism Students
(TDG 2005/09)
Leader: Dr. Alan Wong [SHTM]
Leader's email: hmalan@inet.polyu.edu.hk
Other Members: Dr. Simon Wong [SHTM]
(TDG 2005/09)
Leader: Dr. Alan Wong [SHTM]
Leader's email: hmalan@inet.polyu.edu.hk
Other Members: Dr. Simon Wong [SHTM]
Objectives:
The key objective of this project is to promote active and deep learning in students through educational tours.
The specific objectives are to:
- provide authentic learning experiences in different tourism settings for students;
- enrich student learning through educational tours; and
- develop a guide book/manual for students and teachers participating in educational tours
Remarks:
Dissemination:
The talks and advice were given to students who participated in the i-do workshop 2008 (jointly organized by SHTM and the School of Design)
Outcomes & Deliverables:
- Learning and Teaching Through Field Trips: Guidelines for SHTM Teachers and Students
- Wong, A., & Wong, C.K.S. (2009). Factors affecting students' learning and satisfaction on tourism and hospitality course-related field trips. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education, 21(1), 25-26
- Wong, A., & Wong, C.K.S. (2009). Useful practices for organizing a field trip that enhances learning. Journal of Teaching in Travel and Tourism, 8 (2&3), 241-260
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