Academy Curriculum Template

Check (3) applicable Learning Outcomes (LO's):

Tourism Ambassador
Effective Communicator
Critical Thinker
Technologically Literate
Team Player
Problem Solver & Decision Maker
Information Processor, Organization and Time Manager
Independent Worker
Adaptable Worker
Business System User

Assignment: to research, plan and assist with the execution of a student exchange trip and through this activity: "move outside the classroom to meet educational objectives in a place that makes more sense for learning." (Clifford Knapp. Winter 1997. Curriculum update. ASCP.)

  • increase the cohesiveness of the group through their shared experiences.

  • benefit from opportunities to observe and interact with service providers in the tourism industry.

Preparation

Prior Knowledge and Skills:

  1. Complete training and receive certificate in SuperHost/Service Excellence.

  2. Participate in at least two Grade 10 & 11 Fam Tours/Field Trips in order to gain some knowledge about the tourism industry.

Materials/Resources:

  1. Francis, Raymond W. 1997. Meaningful Field Trips: Keeping Learning in Sight. NASSP. January/February.

  2. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Winter 1997. 1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314-1453, (703) 549-9110. Curriculum Update. Field Trips - Learning Thrives Beyond the Classroom.

  3. Education Forum. Spring 98. Internet in the Classroom. OSSTF, 60 Mobile Drive, Toronto ON. M4A 2P3