NCEA Geography Level 3 US17167 v2 6 Credits

KBHS Community Based Tourism - 1 -

The significance of Community Based Tourism in the South
Pacific
Unit Standard: 17167 v2
Draw a conclusion after investigating an hypothesis on an aspect of Pacific Change
and Development
Level 3 Credits: 6

NAME:
TUTOR GROUP: TEACHER:
Preliminary RESULT FINAL RESULT

Research
In this assignment, with consultation, you must propose an hypothesis regarding an aspect of Pacific change
and development; plan and carry out an investigation based on the proposed hypothesis; and draw a
conclusion based on the collected and processed evidence which either refutes or validates the hypothesis.

The aspect of Pacific change and development we will be focusing on is Community Based Tourism and its
significance to change and development in Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and the Cook Islands.

Much of the information needed to complete your investigation has been covered in class so make good use
of these resources. Obtain e-copies of these by downloading them on to your personal storage device or
email r.solomone@kbhs.school.nz.

You must hand in your final presentation on


Conditions
Homework and classroom assignment
Time allowed: 1 period in class for preparation and discussion then 10 nights

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BACKGROUND
Over the last few decades, the Asia Pacific region has been the fastest growing tourism region in the world.

Increases in economic growth, disposable income and leisure time, political stability, and aggressive tourism
campaigns, among other factors, have fuelled the significant growth of tourism.

Tourism is the one industry which is common to all South Pacific countries. It plays a vital role in the
economies of the South Pacific, and in most countries is the major driver of economic growth, foreign
exchange earnings and employment.

However, the Pacific tourism industry is overwhelmingly made up of small-scale operators, with few
multinational operators or investors compared to other regions. It is, overall, a small-scale industry with
limited capacity to compete globally and, whilst growing, has considerable scope for future expansion.

Because of the experience of some Pacific Island countries like Fiji and Hawaii, not all tourism expansion is
welcomed. Main-stream tourism development or mass tourism is not considered as the wise way to develop
tourism especially by countries like Samoa and Tonga where much importance is given to preservation of
traditional culture and environmental conservation. Mass tourism is regarded as good short-term economic
development but encourages growth only in certain areas and benefits only those communities connected to
these areas.

For small island nations of the South Pacific, it is crucial that the tourism industry develops at a sustainable
rate in order to prevent cultural and environmental degradation.

More and more governments are now studying and implementing alternative models of tourism
development that is more sustainable. Ecotourism and especially community based tourism projects are seen
as sustainable and the better way to develop tourism. Sustainable tourism can improve income and living
standards for local people. It can also revitalize local culture, customs and traditional crafts while playing a
vital role in the preservation of the cultural heritage of a nation. Small beach fales are an example of
sustainable, community based tourism. And because it is community based and localised, the benefits of
development are spread right throughout the country.

Village based and community owned and driven island resorts of the Yasawas in Fiji is another example of
sustainable, community based tourism. These resorts are being actively promoted by the Fijian government
as they target not just the backpacker market but cater too for the family and newly-wed tourists. The
economic benefits are spread throughout the village as everyone has a share in the economic activities of the
resort.
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Task 1 Propose your Hypothesis
An hypothesis is a specific statement of prediction. It describes in concrete (rather than theoretical) terms
what you expect will happen in your study.
Considering the theme of this study and the associated work covered in class, propose an hypothesis you
will use to carry out an investigation.
This will be Section 1 of your Presentation.

Task 2 Compose a Plan
Complete a research plan.
Use the supplied template. Your plan must include the following:
the name of your Pacific Island nation and the CBT project you will focus on
a summary of the investigation state your hypothesis and give some reasons why you hypothesised this
way
at least 3 Focus Questions you will use to select relevant information
when and how you will collect this information
where you will collect information ensuring you will have a variety of 3 different sources
how you will present the data
You should ask your teacher for comments on your completed plan before you undertake your investigation.

Task 3 Present you Investigation in a Report
Present your investigation findings in Report format OR as a Powerpoint.
Follow your research plan. As you collect relevant information, ensure your follow Referencing
conventions.
You Report must have:
1. Title Page, etc
2. Section 1 Your Hypothesis
a description of your hypothesis
an explanation of why your hypothesis is connected to our theme The significance of
Community Based Tourism in the South Pacific
3. Section 2 The Findings
answers to your Focus Questions and any other relevant information
the List of References you used
4. Section 3 The Conclusion
a statement proving or disproving your hypothesis
ideas why this was the conclusion

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Task 2 Investigation Plan Template

Student name: ____________________ Pacific Island nation: ____________________
CBT Project & location: ___________________________________________________________

Hypothesis








Focus Questions
















How will information be collected?






Where will information be collected?










How will you present the data:

Signed:
Source 1


Source 2


Source 3
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Marking Schedule

NAME:
TUTOR GROUP:

Task 1 Hypothesis [1.1]
Pacific Island nation
CBT Project described
Statement
Reasons





Task 2 Plan [2.1]
Hypothesis
Focus Questions
Data collection explained
3 different Sources




Task 3 Presentation [2.2, 2.3]
Format
Hypothesis
Findings stated and made relevant to hypothesis
Sources of findings referenced accurately
Conclusion made is relevant and accurate to findings
Hypothesis validated / refuted





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