Textbook: Foster, Dennis L., Destinations: North American and International Geography, Glencoe, Ohio, 1996.

Week	Chapter	Topic
1	1, 2	Geography of the Earth, Climate and Environment
2	3	The United States and Canada
3	4	Exploring the Northeast Region
4	5	Exploring the South Region
5	6, 7	Exploring the Midwest & Southwest Regions
6	8, 9	Exploring the Mountain & the Pacific Region
7	10	Exploring the Hawaiian Islands
8	12, 13	Exploring Latin America & the Caribbean
9	14	Exploring the Atlantic Region of Europe
10	15	Exploring Northern, Central, & Southern Europe
11	16	Exploring Eastern Europe
12	21	Exploring the South Pacific Region
13	17, 18	Exploring Africa
14	19, 20	Exploring the Indo-Asian Region & Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Antarctica
15	→	FINAL EXAM

1. Differentiate between the formal geography and destination geography. (I, II, V, VI, VII, VIII)
2. Demonstrate an understanding of geographic skills required of travel professionals. (I, II, VI, VII, VIII)
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between climate and weather. (II, III, VII, VIII)
4. Understand the concept of tourism development and the environment. (I, V, VI, VIII).
5. Exhibit knowledge of the history or culture inherent in states and regions of specific geographic locations. (I, II, III, VI, VII, VIII)
6. Demonstrate an ability to design an itinerary to any destination in a specific geographic area. (I, II, III, VI, VII, VIII)
7. Exhibit knowledge of major tourism areas, activities and attractions of specific destinations in various geographic locations. (I, II, VII, VIII)

Students will:

1. Work in groups to develop an itinerary to a chosen destination in a specific geographic location. (Active Learning Strategy, Communication Outcome)
   
   
2. Refine reading and informational literacy skills by researching the Internet to become aware of new destination areas and attractions. (Technological Literacy Outcome, Communication Outcome)
   
3. Develop a workbook of reference material for geographic travel destinations that will include major land forms, history and culture facts, and major tourism areas for each geographic location. (Technological Literacy Outcome)
   
   
4. Critique specific geographic locations as destinations for different demographic markets segments. (Social/Behavior Sciences Outcome)
   
   
5. Establish a destination rating system commensurate to specific customer oriented criteria. (Mathematical Outcome)

The student should be able to:

1. Identify the skills necessary to recommend specific destinations to various consumers. (A, B, C, D, F)
2. Understand why different destinations appeal to different clientele. (A, B, E, G)
3. Describe the travel habits of various segments of the general public. (B, C, D)
4. Identify the major ongoing trends in consumer behavior that will affect the travel industry. (B, C)
5. Describe the destination attributes of varied states or regions throughout the world. (D, E)
6. Understand the relationship between weather and climate with travel. (E, G)
7. Compare the different modes of travel available in differing states, regions, and countries throughout the world. ( B, E)
8. Identify the business and industrial centers of differing states, regions, and countries throughout the world. (B, E)
9. Discuss the history and nature of the cultures of different states, regions, and countries of the world. (B, D)
10. Design an itinerary from any the nearest airport to any known travel destination. (B, D, G)
11. Describe the major tourism areas, attractions, and activities commensurate with varied destinations. (A, B, C)

1. Testing Procedures:
   Students are evaluated primarily on the basis of tests. A minimum of three exams must be given.
   
   
2. Laboratory Experiments: N/A
   
   
3. Field Work: N/A
   
   
4. Other Evaluation Methods:
   Class participation, group work, attendance, and homework will also comprise the final grade for the course. Each instructor must provide full details the first week of class via a syllabus supplement.
   
   
5. Grading Scale:
   

   92 - 100	A
   89 - 91	B+
   82 - 88	B
   79 - 81	C+
   72 - 78	C
   65 - 71	D
   Below 65	F

1. Attendance Policy:
   Pellissippi State Technical Community College expects students to attend all scheduled instructional activities. As a minimum, students in all courses must be present for at least 75 percent of their scheduled class and laboratory meetings in order to receive credit for the course. [NOTE: No differentiation is noted for excused/unexcused absences. These will be treated as an absence.] (Pellissippi State Catalog)
   
   
2. Academic Dishonesty:
   Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular Pellissippi State procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course. (Pellissippi State Catalog)
   
   
3. Computer Usage Guidelines:
   College-owned or –operated computing resources are provided for use by students of Pellissippi State. All students are responsible for the usage of Pellissippi State's computing resources in an effective, efficient, ethical and lawful manner. (Pellissippi State Catalog)
   
   
4. Accommodation for Disabilities:
   If you need accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please inform the instructor immediately. Please see the instructor privately after class or in his/her office. Students must present a current accommodation plan from a staff member in Services for Students with Disabilities (SSWD) in order to receive accommodations in this course. Services for Students with Disabilities may be contacted by going to Goins 127 or 131 or by phone: 694-6751(Voice/TTY) or 539-7153.