http://motfieldwork.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/116636931/Fieldwork%20Education%20Value%20and%20Purpose.pdf This brief article discusses the importance of fieldwork for both the student and teh educator. Student get to apply the principles they have learned, address actual client's needs, develop competency/confidence, and many more things. The educator gets exposed to current practice trends, EBP, and other research that can benefit their own practice. Fieldwork can also serve as an inodepth interview that has the possibilities to lead to a first job for the student at their placement.
This brief article discusses the importance of fieldwork for both the student and teh educator. Student get to apply the principles they have learned, address actual client's needs, develop competency/confidence, and many more things. The educator gets exposed to current practice trends, EBP, and other research that can benefit their own practice. Fieldwork can also serve as an inodepth interview that has the possibilities to lead to a first job for the student at their placement.