The document provides information about the International School of Travel and Tourism (ISTAT), including its history, mission, curriculum philosophy, programs of study, degree requirements, learning experiences, careers, and use of technology. ISTAT was founded in 2000 and offers online BA and BS programs in tourism. Its mission is to promote cultural understanding and global connectedness through tourism. The curriculum focuses on experiential and collaborative learning. Degree requirements include language proficiency, liberal arts courses, concentration courses, internships, and community service. Students gain practical experience through residencies and are prepared for careers in the tourism industry.

1. International School of Travel and Tourism Geralynn Demarest Haesong Lee Jane Wilde Patrice Torcivia Richard Beebe Suzanne Hayes

2. ISTAT Faculty Presenters

4. About ISTAT Suzanne Hayes

7. Curricular Philosophy Society Centered Learner Centered Knowledge Centered ISTAT Curriculum Philosophy and Goals

17. The ISTAT Experience Patrice Torcivia

19. Student Population http://www.dfat.gov.au/aib/tourism_students.html

26. “ Technology does not create learning, but provides a new space for teaching and learning.” Alexander and McKenzie (1998) It is ITSAT’s goal to use technology to provide a new space for the teaching and learning of creating peace through tourism and travel.

27. Technology at ISTAT Jane Wilde

28. ISTAT Curriculum Exemplar Geralynn Demarest

29. ISTAT Curriculum Exemplar An Online Outdoor Education Practicum in Hiking, OEP390 Dr. Geralynn Demarest , Chair of the Outdoor Education Department

33. This course can be used to include hours towards the ISTAT required 50 hour service placement with an approved outdoor organization. Students should speak to the instructor early in the course for approval.

45. A Closer look at Moodle (course management system) and other instructional technologies

46. Outdoor Ed Practicum in Hiking Check here for links to outdoor organizations for possible service placement program requirements with ISTAT. Check here for links to organizations who provide hiking schedules in your region, Check out where your instructor is hiking to see if you can join her!

47. Check here for links to outdoor organizations for possible service placement program requirements with ISTAT. Check here for links to organizations who provide hiking schedules in your region, Check out where your instructor is hiking to see if you can join her!

61. English For Tourism Haesong Lee

62. Questions Rich Beebe, Moderator