If you have chosen to become a field instructor, you have decided to support and further social work education. Now, Anne Martine Pierre-Pierre, PhD, LCSW, wants to provide
you
with your own support as you guide students through the program.
From Confusion to Zen
gives you the
real
story about field education from someone who has seventeen years of experience. Pierre-Pierre, who served as a director of field education, gives you an honest look at the situations you may face as a field instructor. In this guide, Pierre-Pierre covers
the purpose of field education,
the role of field education as the signature pedagogy,
the ground rules for field instruction,
the many realities of your role as an educator,
the teaching personas you may possess,
the challenges of teaching beyond the classroom
the way to use your own personal work story to inspire students.
Pierre-Pierre also includes a series of case studies to prepare you for different scenarios in the field course. Her questions and prompts at the end of each chapter encourage you to reflect on your own journey and your role as a source of support and inspiration for your students.