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URB-3900F: Ecotourism Economic Development and Soc ial Responsibility

In this one-day workshop students will explore the evolution of ecotourism as both an economic and conservation effort. Discussion and activities will allow students to explore case studies of tourism projects from around the world through the lens of sustainable development strategies and initiatives; evaluate and critique them within competing notions of sustainability; discuss the importance of the local ecology, culture, history and economic development balanced with social responsibility; explore the relationship of tourism and ecotourism to local communities; explore the negative and positive impacts of ecotourism on biodiversity and on local peoples and cultures. After the course students will evaluate an ecotourism venture and apply best practice guidelines and assessment tools introduced in class.
Min. Credits: 1.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Los Angeles
Method(s): Classroom
Faculty Consent Required: N
Program Approval Required: N
Course Type Liberal Arts, Science & Social Science



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