oed2ei environ interpretation
ENVIRONMENTAL INTERPRETATION
OED2EI
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to the theory and practice of environmental interpretation and its role in the context of education and nature tourism. Students critically examine theory and practice of effective interpretation through examination of interpretive venues and other materials, including some of their own. The emphasis is on developing interpretive skills with a focus on both natural and cultural interpretation settings.
FacultyFaculty of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLesley Hodgson
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed 90cp
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Enriching The Experience: An Interpretive Approach To Tour Guiding | Recommended | Pastorelli, J. | HOSPITALITY PRESS. 2003 |
| Readings | Making Visitors Mindful: Principles For Creating Quality Sustainable Visitor Experiences Through Effective Communication | Recommended | Moscardo, G. | SAGAMORE PRESS. 1999 |
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLesley Hodgson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word assignment | 20 | |
| one 1,500-word assignment | 40 | |
| one 1,500-word assignment | 40 |