Developing Nature-Based Experiences (project)Laajuus (5 cr)

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student is able to
-understand the concepts of the nature tourism experiences
-recognise the possibilities of nature as a pull factor for tourism in Finland
-understand and analyse different nature-based business models
-use tools to develop and manage sustainable nature-based tourism in Finland
-apply the theory into practice when developing nature-based experiences

Contents

Upon completion of this module, the student is able to
-understand the concepts of the nature tourism experiences
-recognise the possibilities of nature as a pull factor for tourism in Finland
-understand and analyse different nature-based business models
-use tools to develop and manage sustainable nature-based tourism in Finland
-apply the theory into practice when developing nature-based experiences

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

This course is blended (some sessions are on Zoom, some are in nature or in Haaga/Porvoo Campus). The course is completed by carrying a real-life development project in groups. It can include guest lectures, company visits, and study excursions to nature. Demonstration of competence as recognition of prior learning, contact competence councelling teacher Niina Moilanen. For more information see Haaga-Helia student pages Recognition of Learning: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning

Assessment criteria - grade 1

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

The student’s participation in the activities of the module is rather passive and his/her contribution to the team work is inadequate . The student shows only moderate ability to analyse and develop nature-based tourism business. The student completes the development project with minimal input and does not show deep understanding of the topic.

Assessment criteria - grade 3

The student’s participation in the activities of the module is rather active and his/her contribution to the team work is considerable/valuable. The student shows moderate ability to analyse and develop nature-based tourism business. The student completes the development project with good results and understands well the concepts of the course.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The student’s participation in the activities of the module is very active and constructive. He/she acts as a team motivator with his/her actions and knowledge and the student’s contribution to the team work and completion of the development project is crucial. He/she shows excellent skills to analyse and develop nature-based tourism. The student completes the project with excellent results showing deep understanding of the concepts of the course and produces new ideas and thoughts.

Learning materials

The material is available on Moodle platform.