This book offers empirical research, case studies and examples of best practice that address cutting-edge and contemporary higher education issues. It aims to inspire hospitality and tourism educators and scholars to embrace transformative learning approaches that promote student-centred learning in times of rapid change. The chapters explore transformative learning practices in hospitality and tourism education while disclosing innovative and transformative approaches to teaching and learning that respond to the changing needs and demands of both students and industry. The book advances the ongoing discussions and innovations in hospitality and tourism education and informs current and future research and practice. Its focus on digital technology and a range of innovative pedagogy for teaching and learning methods provides a practical, engaging and essential toolkit for teachers and learners.



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Marcela Fang is a Senior Lecturer at William Angliss Institute, Melbourne, Australia.

Kim Williams is an Academic Consultant in Education and Innovation, Melbourne, Australia.

Alison Morrison is a Professor and Associate Dean of Research at William Angliss Institute, Melbourne, Australia.

Tracy Harkison is an Associate Professor at Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand/Aotearoa.