Future Technology in Tourism (independent online) (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content scheduling

Course has no mandatory webinars. Each assignment has a given deadline throughout the course. Course is suitable to students who are working during studies because video lectures and learning tasks are saved to Moodle and can be done independently by given deadlines.

Objective

The object of the course After the course you are aware of the trends and new technological applications in global tourism business. You will know how to innovate new technological applications and consider possibilities and challenges in new technology. Course competences MTMCU Customerships MTMNE Networks MTMPT Profitable Tourism Business MTMRE Responsibility MTMTI Tourism Industry The learning objectives of the course You understand the significant role of new technological innovations in the development of tourism business. You have a broad understanding of the possibilities that new technologies offer to tourism. You have basic knowledge of the design and innovation process of new technological applications. You are capable to design a new application concept based on future technology in tourism.

Content

The principal contents of this course are (1) Trends in tourism technology, (2) New technology and its applications in tourism and hospitality business, (3) Innovation process and practices.

Materials

Literature, articles and online materials provided during the implementation (Moodle)

Teaching methods

Video lectures and webinars, reading materials, information search, online discussions, independent assignments (eg. quiz). Project work incl. written report and video presentation. Required tools: fast Internet connection, computer, MS Office, Zoom.

Employer connections

Course includes case examples from the field and video lectures from industry specialists.

Exam schedules

No exam

Pedagogic approaches and sustainable development

International perspective in learning materials, eg. international discussions and presentations

Completion alternatives

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. Online videos/webinars 20h Independent assignments 40h Reading materials and information search 35h Project work: Written report and video presentation 40h

Qualifications

Basic knowledge in tourism business.