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What do managers and operators of national nature parks, battlefield sites, ruined castles, ancient temples, monuments, cathedrals and historic homes, whisky distilleries, coral islands, museums and hydro-electric power stations have in common?
They have things of interest to show to visitors and they all have something to say about them. Interpretation is the tool they use to do this. Producing interpretation which balances the needs of the visitors who will use it, the conservation of the place which is its subject, the desires of those who produce it and the interests of those who will live with it is not a simple matter. If interpretation is to be really effective it needs to be planned with both sensitivity and creativity. This unit is an introduction to doing that since interpretation is a key component of any tourism experience. Without it, people would not be inspired to engage in tourism, would not be able to find their way to locations or around them, nor would they understand the significance of, or be entertained by, the subject of interest. From subliminal interpretation such as architecture through to the more obvious forms such as maps, information boards and guiding, interpretation acts as a key variable in creating a satisfactory tourism experience. The purpose of this unit is to give students an understanding of ways in which the tourism experience can be interpreted. As well as examining different forms of interpretation, it will explore key learning theories related to communication. Theories of place-making and cross-cultural issues, differing value systems and contested interpretations will take you on journeys through Aboriginal Tasmania and Australia. Chinese natural and cultural heritage sites, bush rangers as heroes or villains, and the role of museums and guides in interpretation exhibitions and tourism. The question of "Who owns history?" and when does interpretation move from valid explanation and education to propaganda will also be explored nationally and cross-culturally. Analysis of interpretation for tourism will be drawn from examples around the globe.
WEIGHT:
12.5%
ASSESSMENT:
Continuous assessment and/or exam as approved by the Head of School.
TEACHING PATTERN:
Combination of face-to-face lectures, web based modules and one or more field trips.
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
Web supported -
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Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
Resource supported teaching & learning -
H
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options
INTERNATIONALISATION This unit includes specific international contexts/case studies.
This unit includes international cross-cultural issues/skills.
REQUISITE INFO
Prereq
For BTourism:
BMA104 or
BMA105; For another degree: 100% of level 100
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Web supported -
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