Participation in Occupation

Paper Outline

Assessment Outline

Course Schedule

Participation in Occupation 1

SMS Code BT230001

Level 6 Credits 5

Total Hours 50 Contact Hours 22

Fieldwork Hours Nil Self Directed Hours 28

NQF Units/Other Components contained are: Nil

Course approved in another Programme No

Name of Programme: N/A Qualification Code: N/A

Aims This course will enable students to focus on participation of people in meaningful occupation. People today are increasingly engaged in occupations that use technology. Students will explore the different ways technology can be used to bring about engagement in occupation of people who have occupational needs, and to consider how technology can be used to enhance therapy services to clients. Learning Outcomes At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the place of computer and digital technology as a tool for facilitating

participation in occupation and enhancing therapy services.

2. Demonstrate competence in the production of a work using computer or digital technology.

3. Identify and consider ethical issues related to the use of technology with client groups.

4. Identify simple adaptations to the environment and software to enable clients to access technology.

Content Use of and adaptation of computer and digital technology with clients in

homes, schools, community settings and workplaces for work or leisure. Introduction to video production techniques.

Digital camera use and application.

Planning and participation in the production of a film or story book

Ethical considerations.

Consideration of specific client group needs. Introduction to basic assistive technology. Workstation modification. Use of technology by therapist to enhance services to clients. Learning/Teaching Methods Using blended delivery the following methods will be applied: Workshops will facilitate the development of skills in the technology being used. Students will participate in group learning activities to enhance, and to apply the skills and understandings learnt; in relation to use of the technology itself, its application to people with occupational needs, and potential use by occupational therapists. Assessment Summative assessment: Students will produce a work using technology, with a supporting written report showing how the technology could be used and/or adapted to meet the specific needs of a client group.

Formative assessment: Via classroom and on-line learning as appropriate. Attendance Requirements Students are strongly recommended to attend all classes. Successful completion of a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy requires theoretical and practical skills, non attendance can significantly reduce a student’s skill and knowledge base. However there is no set requirement of attendance in this course. Completion Requirements Requirements for completion are clearly stated in the assignment outlines given to students at the commencement of the semester. A passing grade of C- or better is required. Student Reading List As specified by lecturers and as relevant to specific topic/techniques, students will be provided with an updated list at the commencement of the course.

Participation in Occupation 1 School of Occupational Therapy

Otago Polytechnic

Course Schedule Draft 1 2007

Wk Wk Beg. Lecture Tutorial 1 8

(1)

19/2/07 Introduction to Course

& Context Ethical Issues

9 (2)

26/2/07

No Lecture Digital Imaging

10 (3)

5/3/07

Communication Blogging Part One

11 (4)

12/3/07

No Lecture FREE SESSION (pay-back for week 23)

12 (5)

19/3/07

Technology, Work & Leisure Video Production Part One

13 (6)

26/3/07

No Lecture Video Production Part Two

14-20

MIDSEMESTER BREAK

& FIELDWORK

21 (7)

21/5/07

On-line Communities The Internet & On-line Communities

22 (8)

28/5/07

No Lecture Blogging Part Two

23 (9)

4/6/07

Assistive Technology Assistive Technology Part One & Two

Course Evaluation & Preparation for Assessment