Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - Tourism - Why People Travel/economic Factors

**Lesson Plan: Why People Travel/Economic Factors** **Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 2 **Subject:** Tourism **Duration:** 1 hour (60 minutes) **Objectives:** By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Identify and understand various economic factors that influence travel. 2. Analyze the reasons why people travel. 3. Develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between tourism and the economy. 4. Present findings on how economic factors impact travel decisions. **Materials Needed:** - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer for a PowerPoint presentation - Handouts with economic factor information - Chart paper and markers - Notebooks and pens for students - Internet access for research (if possible) **Lesson Outline:** **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Warm-Up Activity:** - Begin with a quick brainstorming session. Ask students to think about why people travel. Write their responses on the whiteboard. - Discuss the common reasons for travel, such as leisure, business, education, medical reasons, and visiting friends/family. 2. **Lesson Objectives:** - Briefly explain the objectives of the lesson and what students are expected to learn by the end of the session. **Main Content (25 minutes)** 1. **Presentation: Economic Factors Influencing Travel (15 minutes)** - Use a PowerPoint presentation to explain the following key economic factors that influence travel decisions: - **Income Levels:** How household income can impact the ability to travel. - **Exchange Rates:** The effect of currency value on international travel. - **Costs of Travel:** Transportation, accommodation, and other related costs. - **Economic Conditions:** How economic health or recession periods influence travel behavior. - **Tourism Infrastructure:** Availability of services like airports, hotels, and attractions that make travel feasible and attractive. - Include relevant examples and case studies to illustrate each point. 2. **Class Discussion (10 minutes)** - Engage students in a discussion, asking questions such as: - How do you think an economic recession might impact a family's travel plans? - Can you think of a time when the exchange rate influenced your travel decisions? - Why do you think tourism infrastructure is important for attracting travelers? **Activity (15 minutes)** 1. **Group Activity: Research and Presentation** - Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a specific economic factor to research. - Provide chart paper and markers for each group to create a visual presentation. - Allow 10 minutes for research and preparation. 2. **Group Presentations:** - Each group will have 2-3 minutes to present their findings to the class. - Encourage students to highlight key points and provide examples to support their explanations. **Conclusion (10 minutes)** 1. **Summary:** - Summarize the main points discussed in the lesson, reinforcing the key economic factors influencing travel. - Highlight how understanding these factors can benefit future tourism professionals in creating strategies to attract travelers. 2. **Q&A Session:** - Open the floor for any questions or clarifications from students. **Homework/Extension:** - Assign students to write a short essay (1-2 pages) on how a specific economic factor has influenced their own travel experience or the travel trends in their country. - Alternatively, they can prepare a report on the economic impact of tourism in a particular destination of their choice. **Assessment:** - Evaluate students based on their participation in discussions and group activity. - Assess their understanding through the quality of their group presentations. - Review their homework/essay for comprehension and analysis. **Reflection:** - At the end of the lesson, note down what worked well and areas for improvement for future lessons on similar topics.