Accessible Tourism (5 cr)
Code: MZMH0700-3001
General information
Enrollment
03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Timing
01.09.2020 - 11.10.2020
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
Liiketoimintayksikkö
Campus
Pääkampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management (AMK)
Teachers
- Petra Blinnikka
- Kari Vehmaskoski
Groups
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MRE17SBMatkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminta
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MRE17SAMatkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminta
-
MPT20S1Palveluliiketoiminta
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MRE18SBMatkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminta
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MPT19SAPalveluliiketoiminta
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MRE18SAMatkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminta
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ZJK20SMKorkeakoulujen välinen yhteistyö, MARATA
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MTM20VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management,vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
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MTM20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
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MTM19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
After completing this course, you will understand the basic principles of accessibility and accessibility and the implications of accessibility when planning and implementing tourism activities. In addition, you can utilize these things to design your work and work environment.
Leaning outcome
You will be familiar with the diversity of environmental and accessibility concepts and will be able to acquire information related to environmental assessment and design. You are able to work to promote a accessible and customizable environment and its functional fairness. You are aware of the specifics and needs of different customer groups and the challenges faced by tourism entrepreneurs within accessibility. You are familiar with the potential of society and tourism organizations to influence accessibility and are familiar with the legislation that governs activities.
Content
Accessibility principles and key environmental and accessibility concepts, accessibility legislation, specifics and needs of different customer groups.
Location and time
The course starts on 1st September with the pre-assingment sent by teacher.
11.9.2020 at 13.00-16.00 Kick-off webinar
16.9.2020 at 9.00-12.00 Demo in JAMK Campus: accessibility walk, demonstration of technical aids for disabled persons
(please come to the campus: Rajakatu 35 if you can. If not, the session will be also recorded)
18.9.2020 at 14.00-16.00 Webinar: Different customer groups and their needs in accessible tourism
22.9.2020 at 13.00-16.00 Webinar: Legistlation and accessiblity
30.9.2020 at 13.00-16.00 Webinar: Challenges faced by tourism entrepreneurs within accessibility.
Potential of society and tourism organizations to influence accessibility
11.10.2020 DL for the assignments. Course ends.
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Accessible tourism for all: an opportunity within our reach. 2016. World Tourism organisation.
Darcy, S., McKercher, B., Schweinsberg, S. 2020. From tourism and disability to accessible
tourism: a perspective article. TOURISM REVIEW. VOL. 75 NO. 1 2020, pp. 140-144, © Emerald Publishing Limited, ISSN 1660-5373 DOI 10.1108/TR-07-2019-0323
Luiza, S. M. 2010. Accessible tourism - The ignored opportunity. Annals of the University of Oradea : Economic Science. 1.
United Nations: Promoting accessible tourism for all. https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/issues/promoting-accessible-tourism-for-all.html
Material provided by European Network of Accessible Tourism
Other material provided by the tutor
Teaching methods
This course is implemented online. Methods of teaching and learning used in the implementation:
* online webinars
* learning assignments
* group discussions
* demos
Employer connections
Visiting lecturers and cases from the industry sharing their experiences from the theme.
International connections
Internationalisation aspect is accommodated to this implementation using also international examples and material of accessible tourism.
Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat
You have the right to apply for recognition of your studies if you have prior learning (e.g. university studies completed elsewhere) that can be accredited towards the degree you are currently completing.
The recognition of prior learning is possible in three primary ways: accreditation (replacement or inclusion), recognition of informal learning and studification. More precise info: JAMK Degree Regulations, section 17.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed as follows:
* online webinars and group discussions 20
* independent assignments and other independent work (studying of literature, preparing for lectures) 100
* demos 15
Content scheduling
The course is implemented during September 2020.
Further information
Campusonline: 20
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The evaluation decision is made on a scale: pass / fail. The course is successfully passed if: 1) the student demonstrates an understanding of the diversity of environmental and accessibility concepts and is able to acquire information related to environmental assessment and design, 2) is able to work to promote an accessible and customizable environment and its functional fairness; 3) recognizes the specific characteristics and needs of customer groups and the challenges that tourism entrepreneurs face in accessibility; and 4) identifies the impact of society and tourism organizations on enabling accessible tourism.
Further information
This course is a part of the accessible tourism education package and is a basic requirement for participating in other education courses.