2022/3, Trimester 1, BLENDED,
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Occurrence: | 001 |
Primary mode of delivery: | BLENDED |
Location of delivery: | SWITZERLAND |
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: | Anna Leask |
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment (LTA) Approach: |
The module materials make full use of the available resources in this area, specifically the use of case studies to demonstrate previous, current and potential business management practices in a variety of international heritage visitor attractions. The module is based on lecture sessions delivered by an Edinburgh Napier lecturer and tutorial sessions delivered by the local tutor allowing for appropriate delivery and discussion of module content. The module is supported by extensive use of case studies using a variety of media for content delivery including websites, videos and case study support material. National and international case studies will be used to demonstrate the individual nature of heritage visitor attractions and their differing approaches to management.Students are encouraged to observe and reflect on management practice in a variety of heritage visitor attractions, enabling you to develop your own skills and encourage the development of independent thought in relation to the identification of appropriate management approaches.
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Formative feedback is developed through in-depth seminar discussions feeding intoassessment preparation / non-credit bearing draft review opportunities
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A. Essay week 6 2000 wordsB. Report week 14/15 3000 wordsThe assessments are devised to provide the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of the heritage tourism sector and to offer management solutions to site management issues. The first assessment focusses on the definition and nature of heritage tourism - an essay regarding definitions - encouraging you to access a range of sources in your exploration of the sector. The second is a report based on the management of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Clear guidance will be given to you in terms of report writing techniques. This will allow you to demonstrate your ability to identify the key issues and practical solutions in managing heritage tourism activity at a World Heritage Site, in addition to wider strategic issues at international levels.
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH)) |
Mode of activity | Learning & Teaching Activity | NESH (Study Hours) |
Face To Face | Lecture | 15 |
Face To Face | Seminar | 18 |
Independent Learning | Guided independent study | 167 |
| Total Study Hours | 200 |
| Expected Total Study Hours for Module | 200 |
Assessment |
Type of Assessment | Weighting % | LOs covered | Week due | Length in Hours/Words |
Essay | 50 | 1-2 | 6 | HOURS= 0, WORDS= 2000 |
Report | 50 | 3-5 | 14/15 | , WORDS= 3000 |
Component 1 subtotal: | 50 | |
Component 2 subtotal: | 50 | | | |
Module subtotal: | 100 | | | |
2022/3, Trimester 2, FACE-TO-FACE,
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Occurrence: | 002 |
Primary mode of delivery: | FACE-TO-FACE |
Location of delivery: | SWITZERLAND |
Partner: | |
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: | Anna Leask |
Module Organiser: | |
Learning, Teaching and Assessment (LTA) Approach: |
The module materials make full use of the available resources in this area, specifically the use of case studies to demonstrate previous, current and potential business management practices in a variety of international heritage visitor attractions.The module is based on lecture sessions delivered by an Edinburgh Napier lecturer and tutorial sessions delivered by the local tutor allowing for appropriate delivery and discussion of module content. The module is supported by extensive use of case studies using a variety of media for content delivery including websites, DVDs and case study support material. National and international case studies will be used to demonstrate the individual nature of heritage visitor attractions and their differing apporaches to management.Students will be encouraged to observe and reflect on management practice in a variety of heritage visitor attractions, enabling them to develop their own skills and encourage the development of independent thought in relation to the identification of appropriate management approaches.The assessments are devised to provide the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of the heritage tourism sector and to offer management solutions to site management issues. The first assessment focusses on the definition and nature of heritage tourism - an essay regarding definitions - encourages students to access a range of sources in their exploration of the sector. The second is an exam based on questions in relation to the management of heritage tourism. Clear guidance will be given in terms of exam technique. The questions will allow students to demonstrate their ability to identify the key issues and practical solutions in managing heritage tourism, in addition to wider strategic issues at international levels.
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The University is currently undertaking work to improve the quality of information provided on methods of assessment and feedback. Please refer to the section on Learning and Teaching Approaches above for further information about this module’s learning, teaching and assessment practices, including formative and summative approaches.
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The University is currently undertaking work to improve the quality of information provided on methods of assessment and feedback. Please refer to the section on Learning and Teaching Approaches above for further information about this module’s learning, teaching and assessment practices, including formative and summative approaches.
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH)) |
Mode of activity | Learning & Teaching Activity | NESH (Study Hours) |
Face To Face | Lecture | 15 |
Face To Face | Seminar | 18 |
Face To Face | CL_TST | 3 |
Independent Learning | Guided independent study | 164 |
| Total Study Hours | 200 |
| Expected Total Study Hours for Module | 200 |
Assessment |
Type of Assessment | Weighting % | LOs covered | Week due | Length in Hours/Words |
Essay | 50 | 1-2 | 6 | HOURS= 0, WORDS= 2000 |
Centrally Time Tabled Examination | 50 | 3-5 | 14/15 | HOURS= 3, WORDS= 0 |
Component 1 subtotal: | 50 | |
Component 2 subtotal: | 50 | | | |
Module subtotal: | 100 | | | |