Massachusetts college program ends the use of the word ‘field': 'May hold negative associations'

The Smith College School of Social Work will now end the use of the word 'field' to abide by its commitment to “anti-racist work' and to be more inclusive to Blacks and people of color.

[SSW] announced in an email that they changed the name of their"Office of Field Education" to the"Office of Practicum Learning." Practicum means a practical section of a course of study, according to Merriam-Webster.

NY TEACHERS UNION RIPPED FOR 'HYPOCRISY,' SILENCE AFTER RANDI WEINGARTEN'S CHARTER SCHOOL IS GRANTED EXPANSION The Smith College School of Social Work will now end the use of the word"field" to abide by its commitment to"anti-racist work." The email added that the school"remains committed to developing practicum experiences that embody anti-racist practices" and hopes that the change will"engage in critical reflection and repair."

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