Journal Issue: Perspectives in Asian Leisure and Tourism: Volume 5, Issue 1
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Microlearning: A Pilot Study
Reynolds, Joel; Dolasinski, Mary Jo
The purpose of this study was to pilot test the Dolasinski and Reynolds (2019) Microlearning Model in a hotel environment. Training materials were developed, designed, delivered, and assessed following the model using hotel specific content. Assessments was conducted prior to the training and for 60 days post training, showing that employees improved overall performance and guest scores improved for 60 days post training. Positive results suggest that the microlearning model could be used in hotels with success. There were some limitations of the study including size of sample. Future studies should be conducted with larger sample size and in other areas of the hospitality and tourism industry.
Academic Perspectives of US Hospitality Programs: A Ranking Report
Dolasinski, Mary Jo; Roberts, Chris
Administrators of hospitality programs in the US rank ordered 38 US hospitality educational institutions. The list of 38 hospitality programs was developed from ranking studies that had been recently published in academic journals by researchers and “for profit” organizations. A key distinction of this study was considering the perspectives of deans, directors, and academic program chairs hospitality programs in the US. A high degree of commonality was identified. The two key attributes that were identified as most important in ranking were experience/internships and curriculum, suggesting that the curricular and co-curricular aspects were of higher assessment value than other factors such as location, quality of facilities, program size, or numbers of faculty.
Emerging Technologies in Hospitality and Tourism Education and Training: A Systematic Literature Review
Reynolds, Joel; Dolasinski, Mary Jo
Purpose: As technology continues to evolve and disrupt all aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry, it is important to explore the effectiveness of these technologies on the learner. Methodology The current study conducted a systematic literature review of 26 research articles focused on exploring the current and emerging technologies used in hospitality and tourism education and training between the years of 2015-2021. The majority of studies (n=20) focused on academic education, with the remainder on industry training. Findings: During this timeframe the predominant technology being used were simulations, virtual field trips, and general online training. Other technologies included clickers, video, wearable, social networks, virtual meeting, tablets, and games. The targeted studies implemented the technology in several ways; including in-person, remote, and as a replacement or hybrid option. Multiple research methods were used to assess the use of the various technologies used. Originality: There are tremendous changes occurring both in student expectations and instructional delivery in higher education classrooms and technology is playing a central role. Exploring the effectiveness of these technologies and determining gaps in research is critical in assisting academics to use the most effective technology in the classroom. This study is the first step in assessing current literature and determining gaps in research.
Female Leisure: The Motivations of Expats in South Korea
Leathem, Dain G
Serious leisure activities help expatriates overcome many of the challenges of living abroad but also can also improve their fitness and wellbeing. For female expats based in South Korea, leisure groups help them make friends, learn new skills, and overcome homesickness. Little research has been done to understand the motivations of female expat serious leisure, despite increasing global numbers. This research utilized 11 in-depth interviews with Korean based, female expats involved in serious leisure and details their motivations to join. Using grounded theory and in-depth, semi-structured interviews, the results showed that the social aspect was the core motivation, although a desire to join in was also strong, and also that the expat context meant that homesickness and a chance for new experiences also influenced their motivations. Overall the findings highlighted the crucial role leisure plays in the participants wellbeing and happiness abroad.