The emphasis, however, should be on learning acquired rather than on performance, since the student may be rated in comparison to professionals in the agency who may have had more experience. Also, a final oral presentation may be substituted for a written paper if the faculty member feels this method will be more effective in measuring learning. A student may be expected to read selected journal articles or books. The faculty member should note on the learning contract which readings are required. In some field work students produce drawings, plans, products, or written examples of their work.
Faculty can evaluate a portfolio of the student's work samples for grading purposes.
In addition to evaluating an individual student's performance, it is essential to obtain evaluative information from students, faculty and field supervisors about the field experience itself.