Module 2: Assignments
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2.1 |
Introduction 2.1.1 Overview module 2.1.2. Linkage to other modules/SDGs |
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2.2 |
Basics on natural heritage and biodiversity 2.2.1 What is biodiversity? 2.2.2 Introduction to nature conservation 2.2.3 Protected areas for biodiversity conservation |
As a self-assessment, please find out, if there are biodiversity hotspots in your home country? And check, if there is possibly a protected area with relevance for tourism. |
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2.3 |
Interdependcies between tourism and biodiversity 2.3.1 Negative impacts of tourism on biodiversity 2.3.2 Positive impacts of tourism on biodiversity 2.3.3 Challenges and potentials of tourism to biodiversity |
Please identify negative and positive impacts of tourism on biodiversity? Compare your results with the overview of impact in the respective PPT-file provided. Please search for a best practice example in your home country on how tourism supports the valorization of biodiversity. |
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2.4 |
Nature-based tourism and ecotourism 2.3.1 Negative impacts of tourism on biodiversity 2.3.2 Positive impacts of tourism on biodiversity 2.3.3 Challenges and potentials of tourism to biodiversity |
Please design a three-day trip (or a two-night package) in a natural area that meets the ecotourism criteria. If possible, choose a destination you are somewhat familiar with. The journey should be as realistic as possible. |
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2.5 |
Tourism planning and management in proteced areas 2.5.1 Tourism management approaches in PA´s 2.5.2 Tourism infrastructure in PA´s 2.5.3 Visitor management and guidance 2.5.4 Tourism planning in PA´s – (Implementation of tourism in PA´s) 2.5.5 Financing of protected areas through tourism |
As a self-assessment please research one protected areas (where tourism takes place) in a country of your choice and find out which kind of visitor management strategies were used? |
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