May 09, 2026
Otek Street, Baguio City
By: Wilver A. Duyapat – CHTM Faculty
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) of Baguio Central University(BCU)utilized its university-adopted park along Otek Street, Baguio City, as a practical learning venuefortheTour Guiding Simulation conducted by Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management students on May9,2026. The activity served as the final performance examination for the course Tour GuidingwithExperiential Learning, allowing students to demonstrate their knowledge and practical competencies in tour guiding.
During the activity, students assumed the roles of professional tour guides and conducted guidedtourshighlighting the park’s natural and recreational features. They applied appropriate tour guiding techniques, destination interpretation, visitor management, and effective communication skills. The simulation provided an opportunity for students to connect classroom discussions with practical applications in a tourism setting.
The use of the university-adopted park also demonstrated the value of local spaces as learning environments. Through this hands-on activity, students practiced organizing and delivering guided tours while developing their confidence, leadership, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication skills. The experience further encouraged them to appreciate local tourism resources and recognize the importance of community spaces in tourism education.
The activity resulted in the completion of a practical assessment in which students demonstrated the competencies developed throughout the semester. It reflects CHTM’s commitment to experiential learning by providing students with opportunities to apply their academic knowledge in realisticsettingsand prepare for the responsibilities of the tourism profession.
The activity supports Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education by providing studentswithpractical, skills-based learning experiences that strengthen their knowledge, professional competencies,and career readiness. It also contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable CitiesandCommunities by using a local park as an educational space and encouraging appreciation of community spaces and local tourism resources.
Through this initiative, BCU–CHTM continues to integrate practical learning into tourism education,helping students develop the skills and professional values needed to contribute to the hospitality and tourism industry while fostering appreciation for the spaces and resources that serve local communities.
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