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Course Description Course Name : Using Resources for Tourism Course Code : PM-544 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. BERRİN SİREL Learning Outcomes of the Course : Comprehends the relations between tourism and environment-natural resources by considering them Gets universal knowledge about the nature torism and ecotourism opportunities in the protected areas Debates the principles of nature tourism policy and planning Investigates new approaches and related policies and plans in the world and our country Explains the approach of sustainable tourism and in this context the importance and place of ecotourism , the effect of ecotourism on sustainable development Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : PM-544 Using Resources for Tourism OPTIONAL COURSES Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The main purpose is to teach theoretical knowledge for the use of natural and cultural resources for the sustainability of tourism. Especially, applications in our country will be discussed. Course Contents : Natural Resources - Coastal Areas, Mountains, River Erosional Forms, Karst Water Erosion and Deposition Methods, Tides, Deserts, Cultural and Ethnic Resources, Historical Sources, Historical Resources in the World (by countries),Structure of Human Resources in the world (by countries) Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : CLASSROOM   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Natural Resources - Coastal Areas Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 2 Natural Resources - Coastal Areas Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 3 Natural resources - Mountains Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 4 Natural resources - River Erosional Forms Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 5 Natural resources - Karst Water Erosion and Deposition Methods Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 6 Natural resources - Glaciers Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 7 Natural resources - Tidal Movements Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 8 Natural resources - Deserts Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 9 Cultural and Ethnic Resources Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 10 Historical Sources Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 11 Historical Resources in the world (by countries) Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 12 Historical Resources in the world (by countries) Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 13 Structure of Human Resources in the world (by countries) Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 14 Structure of Human Resources in the world (by country) Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 15 Structure of Human Resources in the world (by country) Supporting course material, and other related sources Oral and multimedia presentations and discussions 16/17 FINAL EXAM Supporting course material, and other related sources WRITTEN EXAMINATION   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Özgüç,N., 1998. Tourism Geography, Çantay Bookstore. İstanbul Olalı, H., S, Nazilli, E.N.Kırcıoğlu, M.Sümer.,1983. External Publicity and Tourism. T.C.Bank Cultural Publications Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develops and increases the level of expertise in the same or different fields, using undergraduate knowledge and competency 5 2 Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to profession. 3 3 Has advanced knowledge and understanding based on the basis of competencies gained at the undergraduate level to conduct research in the field of landscape design and landscape planning 4 4 Has critical awareness in the field of landscape planning and landscape design in terms of the nature and resources of knowledge as well as producing and testing knowledge 4 5 Has the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field. 4 6 Creates new knowledge skillfully by integrating the knowledge gained in the field of landscaping with information from different disciplines; tackles with the problems which require expertise by using scientific reseach methods 4 7 Has cognitive and practical skills which is required to gain competency in professional practice 2 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 5 9 Tackles with problem, develops a solution method, evaluates the results and applies when necessary. 4 10 Takes responsibility to develop new strategical approaches and to create solutions in complex and unpredictable circumstances 3 11 Evaluates information related to the field critically, directs learning and conducts advanced studies independently 5 12 Presentswritten or orally his own studies or current developments in the field to people in or out of the field using visuals 3 13 Examines social relations and the norms that direct these relations critically and develops the situation when necessary 1 14 Has a good command of a foreign language, at least at B2 level of European Language Portfolio, to communicate orally or written 0 15 Uses advanced information and communication technologies with the required level by computer softwares. 5 16 Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans related to landscape planning and landscape design and evaluates the obtained results within the framework of quality processes 0 17 Collects data about landscape planning and landscape design and makes interpretation, teaches or announces the acquired knowledge in line with social, scientific and ethical values 4 18 Uses the knowledge of landscape planning and landscape design practice and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies 5 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 13 4 52 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 25 50     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 2 2 Total Workload: 148 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.92 ECTS Credit: 6