field trips
I have found field trips to be an important component of the learning process. Students are delighted that they do not have to be in a classroom setting and above all, it gives them an opportunity to see the practical aspect of what is being taught in class. I always felt that students learn more through these learning strategies.
eirzaad,
For field trips, there's usually an excitement about something out of the routine. Even short trips can create memorable learning moments.
Barry Westling
I remember when I was in school , field trips were a great break from the monotony . Unfortunately with our classes , we really cant go on field trips as we don't carry busses and that is the only way to ensure that there will be no debacles with the students and their cars....
Allen,
Field trips can be very informative, certainly memorable. Even local semi-related tours can be useful.
Barry Westling
Field trips help students to see the relevancy of the material taught in the classroom. Graduates still come back and talk about field trips they took in my class years ago.
Martha,
I recognize the memorable power that occurs from the field trip experience. I think it is among the top methods to motivate a student or a whole class of students.
Barry Westling
I like field trips just to get the students away from school for a little while and it is great to something educational other than the classroom setting.
Cindy,
It's true, a break in the routine can be refreshing and help students reset their focus and attention, sometimes even motivating them to buckle down a bit.
Barry Westling
