HTE 337 - Tour and Interpretive Program Development

Description:
Methods, techniques, and skills used in the planning, development, and presentation of resource based interpretive programs and visitor tours. This course will include theoretical understanding of the interpretive process and practice of new skills. Formerly RT/RTE 337, students may only receive credit for one.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Explain the inter-relationships of tour operations and suppliers (hotels, cruises, rail, dining, shopping, attractions, etc.) and tourism infrastructure supporting tours
Apply strategies for managing group behavior to tour scenarios
Evaluate challenges to a tour manager’s ethical standards
Create an original tour itinerary
Evaluate pieces of interpretation
Research and create an original interpretive guide

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/22/19

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