COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Tourism Management (English)

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR IŞIL ÖZGEN

Offered to

Tourism Management (English)

Course Objective

The objective of the Accessible Tourism Course is to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to create, promote, and enhance accessible tourism experiences for individuals with disabilities. Throughout this course, participants will gain a deep understanding of the principles and best practices associated with inclusive travel and tourism, ensuring that destinations and services cater to the needs of people with disabilities and varying accessibility requirements. By the end of the course, participants will be proficient in designing accessible itineraries, implementing universal design concepts, and fostering an inclusive tourism environment that prioritizes the enjoyment and comfort of all travelers, thereby contributing to the development of a more inclusive and sustainable tourism industry.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Dimitrios Buhalis, Simon Darcy (2010) Accessible Tourism: Concepts and Issues,
Channel View Publications.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lecture: There will be three lecture sessions every week
2. Discussions.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. Mid-term : Students are responsible from the weekly mentioned chapters in the syllabus.
2. Final: Students are responsible from chapters after midterm.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Attending at least 70 percent of lectures is mandatory.
2. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.
3. Participation to the course and discussions during the classes is required.
4. Late arrivals to the class should be avoided.
5. All electronic devices should be kept close during the lectures.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

isil.goksu@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes