Tullio Romita
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Tullio Romita is a leading scholar at the intersection of tourism studies, education, and digital transformation. His research primarily focuses on how emerging technologies reshape tourism education and professional practice, with a particular emphasis on Industry 4.0 tools. Romita’s most-cited work, "Industry 4.0 technologies in tourism education: Nurturing students to think with technology" (2020, 99 citations), represents a pivotal contribution to the field. In this paper, he argues for a pedagogical shift that moves beyond simply teaching students to use technology toward cultivating a mindset of critical, creative engagement with digital tools. This work has become a foundational reference for educators and policymakers seeking to align tourism curricula with the demands of a technologically driven industry. Beyond this flagship study, Romita’s broader portfolio explores sustainable tourism development, cultural heritage management, and the socio-economic impacts of tourism in Mediterranean regions. His research is characterized by a practical, forward-looking approach that bridges academic theory and real-world application. With a growing citation record and influence in tourism education circles, Romita continues to shape how the next generation of tourism professionals learns to think with—and not just about—technology.
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