Making the Most of Fieldwork Education
Making the Most of Fieldwork Education

Author: Auldeen Alsop

Publisher: Nelson Thornes

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780748752010

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This book draws on research, professional literature and theories to put a realistic view on fieldwork. "This is a useful introductory text, which could help to develop a positive and enlightened view of fieldwork from the occupational therapist's perspective." - "British Journal of Occupational Therapy".

Enhancing Fieldwork Learning Using Mobile Technologies
Enhancing Fieldwork Learning Using Mobile Technologies

Author: Derek France

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-09-30

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 3319209671

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This book shows how tablets (and smartphones) using a variety of selected ‘apps’, can enhance fieldwork and other out-of-classroom activities. The authors review imaginative uses of tablets from their own project and as well as examples from other colleagues. To help readers keep abreast of new technology and innovative ways to use it, the book is supported by a web site and a social media community.

The Essential Guide to Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Education
The Essential Guide to Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Education

Author: Donna M. Costa

Publisher: AOTA Press

Published: 2015-10

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 9781569003664

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Fieldwork provides a valuable opportunity in occupational therapy to mentor and learn from students, promote the profession and contribute to its growth, document best practices, and increase professional development. This comprehensive, user-friendly manual provides the latest information, policies, and concepts affecting occupational therapy fieldwork education today. Each section begins with an introduction that succinctly ties together the knowledge presented. Experienced practitioners will find the updated materials useful for resolving challenging fieldwork situations. Those taking a student for the first time will see the big picture of preparing the profession’s next practitioners. Clinical department managers and student coordinators will learn how to prepare a student fieldwork manual for clinical sites and educate staff about recent changes in education. Academic fieldwork coordinators, whose job it is to pull the entire fieldwork experience together and make it work, will find new ideas to try and resources to share with colleagues. Newly appointed or hired academic fieldwork coordinators can use this guide to quickly get up to speed. Includes a flash drive with sample fieldwork and orientation manuals.

Fieldwork in the Human Services
Fieldwork in the Human Services

Author: Lynne Briggs

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-08-24

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1000257088

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'This book offers an excellent guide for all those committed to the provision of high quality field teaching and assessment in the human services. The international line-up of top contributors confirms the widespread importance now given to field education.' Professor David Howe, University of East Anglia 'This is an impressive collection of wisdom, reflections and practical advice. It is comprehensive and clearly written. The various authors address issues which are pertinent to field education globally.' Joan Orme, University of Southampton How do students learn from fieldwork experiences? How can supervisors assist students doing fieldwork? Fieldwork in the Human Services is a practical guide for educators and managers involved in supervising field education. Drawing on the experience of academics, clinicians and educators from Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the UK, this collection explores how to make the most of the fieldwork experience. With learning as the central theme, contributors examine the practical application of a range of learning theories and models of supervision. Management issues are also considered, as are working with cultural difference and legal and ethical aspects. Fieldwork in the Human Services will be welcomed by anyone involved in field education in social work, health, community work, education, welfare and related fields.