Specifications include, but are not limited to: The following is a list of student learning outcomes: 1. explain how sustainable tourism development (Geotourism) benefits residents, businesses and tourists as increased attention is placed on preserving and protecting the uniqueness of place using observed examples 2. critique and address current challenges, impacts and conflicts associated with traditional mass tourism activities in comparison to Geotourism focused development; 3. discuss and prescribe alternative sustainable tourism development practices that address issues related to the built and natural environment drawing on personal observations and experiences; 4. recognize similarities and differences between U.S. culture and host cultures; 5. demonstrate increased knowledge and appreciation for the host culture, local heritage, and the natural environment; 6. Acquire a sense of stewardship for global cultural and natural resources that contribute to the “uniqueness of place.”