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Post-Site Visit/Field Trip Activities

Just as quality pre-planning is essential to the success of a site visit/field trip, planning for
appropriate follow-up activities will facilitate student learning and multiply the value of hands-
on experiences outside the classroom. The following activities provide a general guide when
planning for post-field trip classroom experiences.

1. Provide time for students to share general observations and reactions to field trip
experiences.

2. Share specific assignments students completed while on the field trip.

3. Link field trip activities to curricular areas.

4. Evaluate student assignments/activities.

Evaluating the Site Visit/Field Trip

The answers to the questions below will provide a good reference for future site visits/field
trips.

1. What was of unique educational value in this site visit/field trip?

2. Did the students meet the objectives/expectations?

3. Was there adequate time?

4. Was there adequate staff and adult supervision?

5. What might be done differently to improve similar activities in the future?

6. What special points should be emphasized next time?

7. What special problems should be addressed in the future?

8. What would improve a visit to this site in the future?

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