Explain the concept of the Dark Tourism Spectrum, developed by Stone,

TOPIC CHOICE 2: “Almost by their very nature, sites historically associated with genocide take on the persona and role of a museum, a place where history is categorized, packaged and then sold to the 21st century visitor” (Shirt, 2016:102) Explain the concept of the Dark Tourism Spectrum, developed by Stone, and, by drawing on the […]

Analytical Essay-“In the Dark”.

Overview and purpose: For this assignment, students will write a 750-1,000 word essay that rhetorically analyzes 1 episode of Season 1 of the podcast “In the Dark.” For this essay, students will demonstrate an understanding of the rhetorical choices used by the podcast and will analyze the effectiveness of those choices in delivering the message […]

Description Dark and Thanatourism Management

 Description Dark tourism (also known as ‘Thanatourism’) – the act of travel to sites of death, disaster or the seemingly macabre – has received increasing academic and media attention over the past decade. The purpose of this module is to allow students to study a niche, yet important component of the tourist attraction and exhibition […]