...Leigh Ann Fish Purpose This paper argues for greater intentionality in the design of field trips within K-12 education, particularly in urging attention to cultural responsiveness and anti-bias curriculum. Such experiences deepen student learning, support and affirm identity, and promote empathy...

...Lisa Gilbert As content acquisition is often conceived of as the primary goal of a museum visit, advice for social studies teachers on making the most of field trips primarily focuses on ways to increase the information absorbed by students. Yet, research in museum studies provides ample evidence...

...Lisa Gilbert As content acquisition is often conceived of as the primary goal of a museum visit, advice for social studies teachers on making the most of field trips primarily focuses on ways to increase the information absorbed by students. Yet, research in museum studies provides ample evidence...

...Joshua L. Kenna; William B. Russell III The goal of this article is to expand on the use of field trips in social studies education, particularly in the Common Core era. Meshing the goals of the Common Core Standards with those of the corresponding high-stakes testing while providing...