AOTA Timed Agenda

Accelerating Student Outcomes in Your School-Based Occupational Therapy

9:00 AM – Seminar begins

9 – 9:20 Differentiate between Evidence and Non–Evidence based strategies

1. Within the school based setting: consideration of students' needs, service delivery and effective treatment plans
2. Learning Activity: selection of 2 to 3 caseload students for analysis of possible strategies

9:20 – 10:30 Identify Specific Interventions

1. Merging new and existing skills into an Evidence Based Practice
2. Using your interaction style in direct treatment and consultation
3. Strategies for fine motor development, grip, handwriting, scissor skills

10:30 – 10:45 Morning Break

10:45 – 12:00 Strategies to Increase Independence with Attention and Focus

1. Is it Sensory or is it Behavior?
2. Sensory and Brain Based Treatments
3. Using Varied Treatment Environments
4. Learning Activity: Participation in self regulation strategy

12:00 – 1:00 PM – Lunch

1:00 – 2:10 Using Technology for Written Language

1. Apps and Assistive Technology
2. Teletherapy strategies
3. Low Tech strategies
4. Learning Activity: Exploration of 3 popular apps used in OT

2:10 – 2:20 Afternoon Break

2:20 – 3:30 Boosting Postural Support and Upper Extremity Stability

1. Alternative Seating Options for the Classroom
2. Floor Activities for the Classroom
3. Doorway Transition Activities for the Classroom
4. Learning Activity: Participation in Postural Breaks at the Computer

3:30 PM – Seminar ends

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