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| Unit | ADANA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Tourism and travel services | |
| Code | TSP131 |
| Name | Sports Tourism I |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. LEVENT SANGÜN |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The goal of this course is to introduce students to the key elements of winter and adventure sports tourism, focusing on destination management, marketing strategies, and sustainability. It will also cover the cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of these sports.
Course Content
Definition of winter sports and adventure sports tourism Popular winter sports: Skiing, ice skating, mountaineering, etc. Adventure sports: Mountaineering, trekking, camping, wildlife observation Destination management in winter and adventure sports tourism Marketing strategies in winter and adventure sports tourism Sustainable winter and adventure tourism Economic, environmental, and cultural impacts of winter and adventure sports
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites for the course.
Resources
Ritchie, B. W., & Adair, D. (Eds.). (2004). Sport tourism: Interrelationships, impacts and issues (Vol. 14). Channel View Publications. Higham, J., & Hinch, T. (2018). Sport tourism development (Vol. 84). Channel view publications. TURGUT, F. (2024). Spor Turizmi Destinasyon Yönetimi. Akademisyen Kitabevi.
Notes
Ritchie, B. W., & Adair, D. (Eds.). (2004). Sport tourism: Interrelationships, impacts and issues (Vol. 14). Channel View Publications. Higham, J., & Hinch, T. (2018). Sport tourism development (Vol. 84). Channel view publications. TURGUT, F. (2024). Spor Turizmi Destinasyon Yönetimi. Akademisyen Kitabevi.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Define winter sports and adventure sports tourism. |
| LO02 | Identify popular winter and adventure sports and their impact on tourism. |
| LO03 | Understand destination management for winter and adventure sports tourism. |
| LO04 | Develop marketing strategies for winter and adventure sports tourism. |
| LO05 | Apply sustainability principles to winter and adventure sports tourism. |
| LO06 | Analyze the economic and environmental impacts of winter and adventure sports |
| LO07 | Evaluate the social and cultural impacts of winter and adventure sports tourism |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts and practices in the field of tourism and travel services. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyzes the structure, functioning and main actors of the tourism sector. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic strategies in tourism marketing, sales and customer relations. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts operational processes related to travel agencies, tour operators and accommodation businesses. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Effectively uses current reservation and ticketing systems used in the industry. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It follows digitalization and innovative technologies in the tourism sector and integrates them into applications. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Face to face communication, effective communication and features have gained power to persuade. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses basic computer software, information and communication technologies. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates verbally and in writing regarding the sector using foreign language knowledge. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ensures guest satisfaction using customer relationship management principles. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Be sensitive to differences between people and cultures, show tolerance and respect. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It measures the impact of the tourism sector on the country's economy and transportation services. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acts within the framework of tourism law, consumer rights and professional ethical rules. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with the environmentally sensitive and sustainable tourism approach. | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses teamwork, leadership and problem-solving skills effectively. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she is aware of entrepreneurship, professional development and career management and constantly improves himself/herself in this direction. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course, general characteristics of winter and nature sports tourism | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 2 | History and importance of winter sports tourism. | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 3 | Skiing and ice skating | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Mountaineering and ice climbing | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Proje Temelli Öğrenme |
| 5 | Wildlife observation and nature sports. | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma, Grup Çalışması |
| 6 | Trekking and mountain walks | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Economic effects of winter sports and nature sports. | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Topic Repetition | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Destination management in winter and nature sports | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Marketing strategies and target audience analysis | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Sustainability in winter sports and nature sports. | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Environmental effects and protection measures | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 13 | Cultural effects of winter and nature sports tourism. | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması |
| 14 | Social effects and participation of local communities | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Grup Çalışması |
| 15 | Developing trends in winter sports and nature sports | Preparation of the relevant topic from the recommended source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Grup Çalışması |
| 16 | Term Exams | Topic Repetition | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Topic Repetition | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 84 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,36 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||