IDST 396 Travel and Culture
In this course students examine key social, cultural, geographical and political concepts as they relate to their specific travel experiences as well as the "cultural lenses" that shape their understanding of others. In addition, the nature and role of international travel will be discussed in relationship to ongoing debates about responsible tourism, global civil society and sustainable development.
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Prerequisites
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4 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 18, 2024 to December 15, 2024
Learning outcomes
General
- Analyze, evaluate, and write about key elements of the cultural, geographical, historical, and political dynamics that shape the development of place- and apply those concepts to one's travel experiences and region of destination.
- Critically evaluate issues of global equity, social justice, and personal ethics in terms of international travel and the world system.
- Evaluate and write about one's own cultural lenses and think critically about the role culturally influenced perceptions play in interpreting the travel experience.
- Evaluate and write about one's travel experience in relationship to cosmopolitanism, global citizenship and ethical, sustainable development at an upper division college level.