Field Trips Spring 2017

The Basics

• Organized through RW
• No IEP classes on campus
• Choose one of three options
• Let me know by March 16
• More details coming

Option 1: National Zoo

• Accessible to all levels
• Farthest
• Variety of activities

Option 2: Supreme Court

• Best for RW5 and RW6
• Relevant!
• Lecture, video, exhibits
• Not attending court session

Option 3: Old Town Alex

• Close
• Number of walking tours
• History

Value of Trips

• Not a day off!
• Authentic: Practice in real situations
• Relevant: Learn about topics in the news / being discussed
• Informative: including how to get around, what to do

Activities: Think about

• Topics, skills, tasks discussed in class
• Receptive and productive skills
• Pre- and post-trip activities

SL CLASSES

• SL-only instructors be matched with RW class
• SL-only students go with SL instructor
• Consider working in public transportation activity

OVERALL ...

• Be creative
• Engage students
• Have fun!