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COURSE TITLE ● Title: HTT 150 Tourism Demand, Supply and Distribution ● Semester/Year: Fall 2020 ● Prerequisite &/or Exclusions: None

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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION: ● Name: Dr. Tom Griffin ● E-mail address: [email protected] o Please use online discussions for general course questions (info below) ● Faculty/course web site(s): posted on Desire2Learn (D2L) ● Office Hours for in person consultation hours will all be held on Zoom: o Between 11am to 12:30pm on Wednesdays by appointment only o To book an appointment please go to this link, and look for an available appointment slot during this time ▪ Please note, your Google Calendar may show these times according to your own timezone, and not Toronto time o Please briefly explain the reason for your appointment within the ‘description’ o If you think you need more than 10 mins please book two consecutive appointments o If you are not able to meet during this time please email the professor and explain why, and we can find an alternate time. ● Methods of Posting Grades: Grades will be posted electronically on Desire2Learn (D2L). ● E-mail Usage & Limits: Please use email for urgent and personal communication only, which will be responded to within 2 business days. For course related questions relating to topics including, but not limited to deadlines, readings, clarification of content etc. students should use the Discussions on D2L (from the course D2L page go to Communication- Discussion, select the appropriate discussion, and Start a new Thread, or review/search other students’ comments). Students are required to activate and maintain a Ryerson e-mail account. All emails must be received from a Ryerson account and name, course name and number must be clearly stated in email correspondence. Please use professional language and etiquette when composing emails (see this for some advice). The instructor will communicate with students using their Ryerson email addresses and the announcement tools on D2L.It is the students’ responsibility to remain updated with these communication tools.

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3 CALENDAR COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers tourism as a system, from tourists and their motivations to travel; the production of the tourism experiences through different sectors; the impact of tourism activity on individuals, communities and industry; and the packaging and distribution of tourism services through suppliers, online agencies, and others. Special attention is placed on the nature of demand and distribution due to technological changes. This provides students with a broad appreciation of the business of tourism today. 4 COURSE OVERVIEW This course will provide an introduction to travel and tourism concepts related to tourists, host communities, systems, operations, and distribution. It will enable students to have a general understanding of the several tourism sectors, supply and demand, and impacts related to tourism. 5 LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: ● Identify and critically assess travel and tourism systems and operations. ● Explore theoretical concepts, case studies and real-world issues related to tourism. ● Apply learning experiences in a professional setting and demonstrate practical skills through in class discussions. ● Apply theories related to tourism development and activity. 6 EVALUATION 6.1 Overall Summary of Evaluations The grade for this course is composed of the mark received for each of the following components: Assignment

Weight Due date

Paper Assignment

50%

Draft paper

15%

Fri Oct 23rd

Peer Review

5%

Fri Oct 30th

Final Paper

30%

Fri Nov 20th

Video Lecture Activities

10% Throughout Semester

In-class Activities

10% Throughout Semester

Kritik Activities

20% Throughout Semester

Presentation

10% Fri Dec 4th

Total

100%

Late assignments will receive a penalty of 20%. ONE MINUTE LATE IS LATE!!!Assignments received more than 24 hours late will not be accepted. Medical notes or similar will be required. Submitting a request for academic consideration does not guarantee that you will receive academic consideration, only that

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your request will be reviewed. No hard copies of papers are required. All papers should be submitted as PDF files. All feedback from the instructor and/or Teaching Assistants on written work will be given using electronic tools. Students will receive the results of their first work by November 6th 2020. All assignments/projects will be returned electronically.

6.2 Paper Assignment Over the course of the semester students will work towards submitting a final paper on a topic to be covered in class. There are three components to the Paper Assignment that total 50% of the final grade: 1. Draft Paper 2. Draft Paper Peer Review 5% 3. Final Paper

15% 30%

Students must: 1. Submit a draft paper (4-5 pages) 2. Provide feedback to three other students on their Draft Papers ● And therefore, each student will receive feedback from up to three other students 3. Submit a Final Paper (7-8 pages) that builds on feedback from previous activities The question for the Draft Paper and Final Paper will be similar, and students will not be penalized for using the same content in each submission. The essay topic will be shared in class, and designed for you to demonstrate your understanding by applying them to an example of your choice, to think critically about the topic, and to measure your ability to clearly and concisely respond to a question. 6.2.1 Draft Paper (15%, due Friday Oct 23rd, 11:59pm) Students must submit a paper of 4 to 5 pages of writing plus a title page and references (double spaced, Times New Roman 12 pt font) that answers the question posed by the professor. Submission Papers need to be submitted in two places by 11:59pm on the deadline 1. First, to the Dropbox on D2L (no hard paper copies) which will be graded by a TA o You should double check to see that your paper has been correctly submitted and received by D2L o Emailed submissions will not be accepted 2. Second, to Kritik which will be used in the Peer Review process explained below Papers must be submitted as PDF files o To convert a Word document, go to File- Save As- PDF

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Work submitted after the deadline (even one minute) will be considered late and receive a 20% penalty o The penalty will be calculated based upon the grade o For example, if a paper is evaluated at 80%, the grade received will be 64% o Work submitted more than 24 hours after the deadline will not be graded (except in extenuating circumstances where documentation such as medical notes will be required. Submitting a request for academic consideration does not guarantee that you will receive academic consideration, only that your request will be reviewed) Grading ● All papers will be evaluated by teaching assistants (TAs) online through the D2L Turnitin platform ● Students should read all the feedback they receive and consider it as they prepare for their Final Paper submission. To access the feedback please see the link below (more details will be shared on D2L at the time) https://www.ryerson.ca/courses/students/tutorials/grademark/ Additional support for papers demonstrating need for writing support ● If your Draft Paper demonstrates a need for support you will be asked to meet a writing coach at the Academic Success Centre who will work with you to improve your writing skills. ● These extra supports are available to all students, please visit www.ryerson.ca/tedrogersschool/success/ and book an appointment. 6.2.2 Peer Review (5%, due Friday October 30th, 11:59pm) The Peer Review process requires students to share and review each others’ Draft Papers. The purpose is to encourage students to both provide and receive constructive feedback, with the intention for students to improve their writing abilities and understanding of the topics discussed. Students must submit their Draft Paper to Kritik, an online software that is free to access for students in this class. After submitting the Draft Paper to Kritik, students will be randomly assigned 3 other students whose papers they must read and provide feedback to. For each of the 3 papers, students will be prompted to provide qualitative feedback, and provide a rating on a rubric provided by the professor. Therefore, at the end of the process, each student should have reviewed 3 other students’ papers, and received feedback from 3 additional students (as well as receiving feedback from the TA). This is a confidential process, no students will know the names of any other students. However, the professor will know the names of all students and what they have written. There are four parts to the Peer Review grade: 1. Creation Score (30%): This is the rating that your student peers gave your work ● You are able to ‘dispute’ your ‘creation score’ within Kritik. You must provide a detailed explanation that connects your work to the rubric, and explain what part of the grades you believe to be unreasonable. Grade disputes made without a reasonable explanation will not be reviewed. 2. Grading Score (10%): This is calculated depending on how consistent your grading of other students work is with the average grades that each student receives. The purpose of this score is to encourage thoughtful evaluations.

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3. Written Evaluation Score (30%): This is the rating that students you review give your qualitative feedback depending on how 'motivational' and 'useful' they find your comments. 4. Feedback Score (30%): This is a participation grade, if you are asked to complete 3 reviews you get 10% for each review you complete (so all 30% for completing all 3 Peer Reviews). Once the Peer Review is complete, you should consider the feedback that other students have provided you, and decide to what extent you should incorporate it into your final draft. The professor may not agree with the feedback offered by students, and you must consider the quality of the feedback you have received from their classmates and decide how to act upon it. 6.2.3 Final Paper (20%, due Wed Nov 6th, 11:59pm) The Final Paper is similar to the Draft Paper. It should be longer (7 to 8 pages vs. 4 to 5 pages), and students are expected to address the feedback offered by the TA, and to consider feedback received through the Peer Review process, in order to improve their papers. The professor may also expand the original question to some extent. The Final Paper should be submitted to the Dropbox on D2L, no hard copy, emailed submissions will not be accepted, late penalties apply as per the Draft Paper (see above). There is no Peer Review of the Final Paper. 6.2.4 Criteria and Instructions These guidelines should be followed in both the Draft and Final Paper submissions. Please also refer to the ‘Template Paper’ and Video Tutorial on D2L that demonstrates much of the below information. Rubric for Draft and Final Papers Criteria

Weight

Introduction ● Key topics are introduced, defined, and importance explained. 5%

● Clear thesis, or purpose of the paper, is stated. ● Organization of the paper is clearly outlined

. 50%

Analysis, Evidence, and Support (Main Body) ● All main points are included, no obvious information gaps. ● Points are addressed in sequential order. ● Each point is supported with evidence (i.e. appropriate references). ● The evidence provided applies and is relevant to

the thesis/purpose statement.

● Critical thought and synthesis of varied resources is apparent, building towards an overall

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argument and viewpoint. Table ● Provides useful visualization with relevant information that helps the reader further understand points made.

5%

● Presented in APA format. Conclusion 5%

● A clearly stated conclusion that connects different parts of the paper to final point of view. Writing style, structure ● Structure of paper is logical and easy to follow. 10%

● Points are positioned in order and transition well. ● Paragraphs used to make a single appropriate.

point using ‘Claim, Evidence, Impact’ model where

Presentation and Formatting 5%

● Font, spacing, page numbers, title page etc. all presented according to guidelines. APA ● Correct use of APA for in text citations and reference list. 5%

● Appropriate use of direct quotations. ● In text citations match the reference list and vice versa. Grammar and Spelling 10%

● Professional grammar and spelling. 5%

Sources ● Must include references from at least three different types of sources (textbook/academic/media/industry). ● Reputable and relevant sources used.

100%

TOTAL

Required Format for Draft and Final Papers ● Pages must have 1” (2.54cm) margins and use double spacing with Times New Roman 12-point font. ● Use standard letter paper (8.5” x 11”). ● Include the page number in the top right corner of EVERY page, beginning with ‘1’ on your title page

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● Paper should follow APA format (see ‘Template Paper’ on D2L) Required Structure for Draft and Final Papers Your paper should follow the structure below: ● Title Page o do not include your name on Draft Paper if you want to remain confidential for the Peer Review ● Introduction ● Main Body (do not use this as the heading title, follow guidelines below) ● Conclusion ● References Paper must include the following ● At least one direct quote referenced in APA format ● A table must be used within the essay to compare and contrast information for the reader. The information can be textual (displaying words), or quantitative (displaying numbers), or both. The table must be presented in APA format. ● A minimum of 3 different types of citations/references must be used. ▪ You must use at least three of the following: academic journal articles, textbooks, industry reports, government reports, and reputable media sources. APA Format ● Papers must be written in APA format for all citations and formatting elements of the paper (see this document). Writing style and Structure ● Your ideas and points should be concise, succinct, and clear to understand. ▪ If someone with no knowledge of this course read your paper, they should be able to understand and summarise it themselves ● The points you make should be presented in paragraphs, and should be made in a logical order, e.g. broad topics before more narrow ones, chronological order etc. Information related to the same point should be in the same paragraph, and not repeated in different parts of the paper. ● Avoid unnecessary words and flowery language ▪ Phrases like “In order to…”, can be often be deleted ▪ “Results draw attention to the clear fact that…” can be shortened to “Results show…” etc. ▪ “Interest in this topic from researchers that conduct studies on related issues is on the rise…” can be shortened to “Interest in this topic has grown in recent years…” etc. 6.2.5 Turnitin Turnitin.com is a plagiarism prevention and detection service to which Ryerson subscribes. It is a tool to assist faculty members in determining the similarity between student work and the work of other students who have submitted papers to the site (at any university), internet sources, and a wide range of journals and other publications. While it does not contain all possible sources, it gives faculty some assurance that students’ work is their own. No decisions are made by the service; it simply generates an “originality report”. Faculty must evaluate that report to determine if something is plagiarized. Students who do not want their work submitted to the plagiarism detection service Turnitin must, by the end of the second week of class, consult with the instructor to make alternate arrangements.

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6.3 Lecture Video Activities (10%, throughout semester) In 10 of the weeks there will be pre-recorded video lectures you will be expected to watch. In each week’s videos there will be a series of small activities to complete as you watch. If you complete one week’s Lecture Video Activities before the relevant live lecture starts you will receive 1%. If you complete one week’s Lecture Video Activities up to two weeks after the relevant live lecture you will receive 0.5%. Any Lecture Video Activities completed more than two weeks after the relevant live lecture will not receive a grade. 6.4 In class activities (10%, throughout semester) In most live classes there will be small activities and quizzes which will count towards student grades. The activities might not be announced prior to the class time. Activities may involve responding to questions, producing small assignments, or researching examples of a topic online etc. Different activities will be assigned points, at the end of the semester the total number of points available will be tallied, and the percentage of points received will determine each student’s grade (e.g. if there are 150 points available, and a student receives 100 points, their grade for ‘In class activities’ will be 66.6%). 6.4.1 Alternate Activity for students who miss the live class For students who do not attend the live class there will be an alternate activity. A few hours after the live class is over, the video recording will be posted on D2L. Students who did not attend the live class can review the video, and answer the following questions and submit using Kritik. 1. Summarise the key points made in the live class; what was discussed? (Approx. 5 to 10 sentences) 2. What did you find particularly interesting, or noteworthy, or surprising from the live class? This could be something you had not thought about before, a good point that was raised, or something you disagree with. Please identify the point, and explain why you chose it. (Approx. 5 to 10 sentences) 3. What are two questions or comments you would have made if you had been in the live class? Please identify at what point in the class you would have made them, and why, e.g. “When Tom was talking about the reading, he asked this…. I would have said this… because…” To receive the grade students should: 1. submit their response to the questions as a ‘creation’ in Kritik by 10am the following Monday 2. complete the ‘evaluation’ stage by 10am on Wednesday ● Where you will evaluate and give feedback to 4 of your peers using prompts and rubric provided by the professor. 3. complete the ‘feedback’ stage by 10am on Friday. ● Where you evaluate the quality of the feedback you received from your peers on how ‘useful’ and ‘motivational’ it is There are four parts to the grade in Kritik grade: 1. Creation Score (30%): This is the rating that your student peers gave your work ● You are able to ‘dispute’ your ‘creation score’ within Kritik. You must provide a detailed explanation that connects your work to the rubric, and explain what part of the grades

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you believe to be unreasonable. Grade disputes made without a reasonable explanation will not be reviewed. 2. Grading Score (10%): This is calculated depending on how consistent your grading of other students work is with the average grades that each student receives. Th...