Academic field trips provide students with practical experience outside of the classroom to supplement what they have learned. Field trips allow students to observe places, objects, phenomena and processes in their natural settings. The objectives of field trips are to give students hands-on learning experiences not available in the classroom, test the application of classroom theories, develop observation skills, cultivate positive attitudes and values, and enhance knowledge of development practices. Pre-field trip activities include orientation, site selection, and planning assignments and responsibilities. During field trips, students conduct group work, brainstorming, data collection, analysis and make recommendations. Expected outcomes include a 4,000-8,000 word report analyzing local conditions, identified challenges, and proposed solutions. Field