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2011-2012 University Catalog

TOUR 362 - Cultural and Environmental Interpretation

Credits: 3 (NR)
Focuses on communication processes and practices used by professionals to explain and interpret special characteristics of cultural and environmental resource sites for visitors. Discusses conceptual principles for planning interpretive programs, as well as techniques for analyzing and disseminating information and entertainment through various media. Examines delivery of interpretive messages across a variety of audiences, strategies for programming interpretive services, and the administration and evaluation of interpretive services at tourism, event, and recreation sites.

Prerequisite(s): PRLS 300, or PRLS 328, or TOUR 352

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0