Article 2014

Hospitality students' perceptions of digital tools for learning and sustainable development

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Ali, Alisha
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Murphy, Hilary Catherine
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Nadkarni, Sanjay M.
Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism Education
Journal · Vol. 15 · Issue 1 · pp. 1-10
Abstract

This paper interprets students' perceptions of how they utilise technology for their learning and the link to sustainability and employability. A focus group approach is adopted with final year undergraduate hospitality students at three academic institutions in the UK, Switzerland and UAE. Diverse perceptions of the relationship between learning activities, eLearning tools, sustainability and employability are revealed. Comparisons are examined to better understand students' perceptions of eLearning tools for sustainability. This paper highlights students' awareness of the role of technology in sustainability and employability and calls on educators to promote a more integrated and multi-disciplinary approach to curriculum design. © 2014 Elsevier Ltd.

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employability Focus Groups Sustainable development eLearning Students' learning eLearning tools/digital tools/eTools

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Sheffield Business School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, Lausanne, VD, Switzerland
Emirates Academy, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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