ANTH 368 - Tourism & Ecotourism

Institution:

Eastern Oregon University

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Description:

Tourism typically conjures up images of sand, fun and relaxation but this industry often has other meanings for host countries. Tourism is a social, cultural, political and economic phenomenon with a long history. The impacts of this global activity are enormous not only for individual countries, but also for small communities and wilderness areas. Tourism contributes to the ideas of others and to the development of strategies for state development. The course will try to bring to the student an understanding about the impact of tourism on the society, culture, economy and environment of humans around the world. Prerequisite: Non, but lower level courses in anthropology or sociology are recommended. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.eou.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 962-3672

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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