Tourism 11 Ecotourism Webquest
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identify the impact of some trends upon the tourism industry |
| A5 | analyse and reflect critically on images and beliefs of tourists |
| A8 | analyse and assess factors that have an impact (both positive and negative) on the tourism industry |
| C2 | identify and critically analyse recent innovations and/or topical issues related to the sector |
| C7 | identify the scope of the adventure/recreation and eco-tourism sector and the businesses and services associated with the sector |
| C8 | determine how adventure/recreation and eco-tourism have an impact on tourism markets in developing countries and in Nova Scotia |
| E5 | research and critically analyse the impact of tourism development |
What is ecotourism? In its best sense, ecotourism promotes travel to natural areas so people can understand the culture and history of the environment while not changing the balance of the ecosystem. Ecotourism produces economic opportunities that make conservation of the area’s resources beneficial to the local people. The goals are conservation, economics, and education. Sustainable and well-balanced ecotourism allows tourists to visit an area without destroying its future appeal. |
| The Saint Loius Zoo conducts a variety of field conservation programs around the world. They are grouped under a program known as the Saint Loius Zoo WildCare Institute. Thes programs have both Ex-situ and In-situ components where the zoo conducts research out in the field and also on Zoo grounds. |
| Lemur conservation in Madagascar is one of these programs. Lemurs are primates that only live on the African island of Madagascar. There are many different kinds of lemurs, but each species is threatened with extinction. Loss of habitat is the primary cause, but the animals face other threats to their survival. |
| The Madagascar Fauna Group is one organization addressing wildlife conservation in Madagascar, the Saint Louis Zoo is a leading member of this group. Among the Zoo's conservation activities in Madagascar are educational programs that teach farmers sustainable farming techniques and others that help children learn the importance of and wildlife conservation. |
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| The completion of this webquest gives you the knowledge and understanding of ecotourism and its impact on communities, the people and environment. The issue presented allows you to formulate your own views on the viability of establishing an ecotourism activity in a particular area. Use what you have learned from this webquest to further investigate the impact of tourism activities (in particular ecotourism activities) on particular areas. |
