The Program for Learning Competent Teaching is an on-site, preservice teacher training program sponsored by the Northern Arizona University's Center for Excellence in Education that attempts to incorporate more of the complexities of teaching than is possible in traditional on-campus lecture classes. The program is a cooperative effort of the…

The history of experiential learning in American higher education is outlined, and the rationale and learning objectives of this type of experience are addressed. Experiential education has resulted from an emphasis on practical knowledge. Although the colonial colleges focused on the classical curriculum, the scientific method of the natural…

This publication offers a conceptual model which evaluates the various components comprising a satisfactory field practicum experience. The model, entitled SET, provides an outline of an effective, proven method for providing counselor trainees with satisfactory field practicum experiences, taking into account the roles and responsibilities of the…

In order to help meet the need for scientifically based practice, as well as the need for a structure within which diverse approaches to practice can be encompassed, this article explicates the concept of scientific practice. The concept is developed as an organic combination of four subconcepts: the task of a practitioner, the scientific…

An overview of the theory behind field experience programs in the preservice teacher education program is presented, and the current status of such programs is discussed. The concept is defined as any situation where the preservice teacher has actual contact with pupils in a natural setting with a possibility of manipulating instructional…

Describes objectives and functions of the Learning Center on Family Functioning located at Wayne State School of Social Work. The Center is basically a means of organizing learning experiences in order to maximize student integration of academic study and field experience. (Author/EJT)

Discusses some dangers that can result from poorly conceived and/or implemented field experience programs and offers suggestions for remediation. (Author)

To prepare for life in the real world, an "American Problems" course sends students into the community for practical, involved, experience learning in community agencies and activities. (DW)

By using small-scale artificially created archaeologic sites, a teacher can provide students with a time-efficient approach in which to master some basic archaeological techniques. In an artificially created setting, the students can become familiar with conditions they might meet in the field. In a short period of time, students may be exposed to…

This report summarizes the proceedings of the second National Child Development Associate (CDA) Workshop conducted by University Research Corporation with the Administration for Children, Youth and Families (ACYF). The purpose of the workshop was to provide information and assistance to staff from Head Start grantees, educational institutions, and…

THIS VOLUME OF PROCEEDINGS ON "INNOVATION IN TEACHER EDUCATION" CONTAINS PAPERS ON (1) "TEACHER EDUCATION IN PERSPECTIVE," (2) "STATE AND NATIONAL FORCES AFFECTING TEACHER EDUCATION," AND (3) "THE CLINICAL PROFESSORSHIP AND CLINICAL EXPERIENCES." A DIGEST OF THE CONFERENCE'S PROCEEDINGS IS LISTED UNDER THE…

The three major aspects of the clinical biofeedback experience for undergraduates at Hope College, Holland, Michigan are presented in terms of the academic program, the actual clinical experience, and the procedures for becoming certified as a "biofeedback assistant." The academic program is detailed, including the requirements for…