The Role of Field Trips in Teacher Education for Teaching Social Studies in a Developing Country
Comfort Adjoa Addo,
Ronald Osei Mensah,
Bright Kwame Kpodo
et al.
Abstract:This study investigated the role of field trips in teacher education for teaching Social Studies in a developing country, focusing on Ghana and specific Colleges of Education. A descriptive survey approach was used, with 35 Social Studies tutors and 316 students participating. The study examined tutor engagement in field trips and the challenges faced during these trips. Ethical procedures were followed, and data was collected through questionnaire. The findings revealed that field trips were used occasionally… Show more
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