Classics of Tourism Studies (5cr)

Objective

The objective of the course is to familiarize students with classic works and discussions in tourism studies.

After completion of the course the student is able to
- identify key approaches that have influenced tourism research
- define the central theoretical concepts of classic works
- evaluate and justify the impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies.

Content

During the course, students will familarize themselves with classic works in tourism studies:

- Dean MacCannel, The Tourist: A New Theory of the Leisure Class
- John Urry & Jonas Larsen, The Tourist Gaze
- Jost Krippendorf, The Holiday Makers: Understanding the Impact of Leisure and Travel
- Soile Veijola & Eeva Jokinen, The Body in Tourism

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Fail (0): The student does not recognize key approaches or concepts in tourism research. Concepts presented in classic works of tourism studies are not defined. Evaluation of the impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies is lacking.

Sufficient (1): The student identifies key approaches or concepts in tourism research, but the definition of concepts is list-like and declarative. The impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies remains disconnected.

Satisfactory (2): The student identifies key approaches or concepts in tourism research. Definitions of concepts are achieved, although they are superficial or incomplete. Attempts have been made to evaluate the impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies, but arguments are not fully substantiated.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3): The student recognizes and understands the key approaches and concepts of tourism research. Definitions of key concepts from classic works are well established. They are able to evaluate the impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies, although the justifications remain superficial.

Very good (4): The student identifies and constructs a comprehensive understanding of the key approaches in tourism research. Definitions of key concepts are precise and insightful. The student is able to evaluate the impact of key approaches and classic works on the development of tourism studies. They demonstrate argumentation skills and the ability to create connections between different approaches.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5): The student demonstrates a profound understanding of the key approaches and concepts in tourism research. The student is capable of forming a comprehensive understanding of classic works in tourism studies and evaluating their impact on the development of tourism research in a profound and insightful manner.

Execution methods

Teaching Profile: FACE-TO-FACE and ONLINE 2.
Independent study and reading groups.

Accomplishment methods

EXAM exam