HBHE FIELD PLACEMENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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FIELD PLACEMENT HANDBOOK

• http://www.sph.umich.edu/hbhe

• http://www.sph.umich.edu/hbhe/Information_resources.html

• http://www.sph.umich.edu/hbhe/PDFs/fphandbook05-06.pdf

WHAT ARE LEARNING OBJECTIVES?

• Focus for Experience

• Defines Developmental Purpose

• Statement of Expectations

• Link to Professional Goals

Field Experience Purpose

• Learn how to apply theory and principles to the realities of the work situation

• Develop and expand professional skills

WHAT ARE LEARNING OBJECTIVES?

• Focus for Experience

• Defines Developmental Purpose

• Statement of Expectations

• Link to Professional Goals

HOW TO WRITE OBJECTIVES

1. Select 1-3 Competencies (pgs. 24-27)

2. Select Relevant Knowledge & Skills for each 1Competency

3. Write Specific Behaviors/Tasks/Activities Related to the Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLE

Competency: Ability to plan for presenting information to adolescents

Knowledge/Skills: Adapt existing curriculum and plan class periods

• Select activities appropriate to specific groups of learners

• Tailor activities in response to the interests and climate of the group

• Plan logistics