Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teachingTitle of course:
Hospitality Employee Relations
What prompted the idea for the course?
The idea came from my frustration with traditional methods used to teach hospitality management. As a professor and industry professional, I saw the need to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world skills.
Internships and fieldwork are valuable. But they may not be available to students, especially those in online or hybrid programs. I wanted to offer students an opportunity to gain hands-on learning experiences.
Using Articulate’s Rise 360 – an e-learning development platform – I created dynamic simulations based on stories from my own experiences, as well as from other industry professionals. Read More here