Assistive Technology in Occupational Therapy: Case Review & TED Talk Analysis

Explore the intersection of occupational therapy and assistive technology through a virtual simulation module focusing on Sheena's case and a TED Talk on accessible design by occupational therapists. Delve into the benefits of adaptive equipment, reflect on its relevance in OT practice, and discover useful apps for medication reminders and visual impairments. Engage with informative resources and embark on a journey of understanding and evaluating the role of assistive technology in enhancing occupational therapy outcomes.

• Assistive Technology
• Occupational Therapy
• Case Review
• TED Talk Analysis
• Adaptive Equipment

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1. UMMC Occupational Therapy Department Virtual Simulation-Module 6 Occupational Therapy & Assistive Technology 4 hours After reviewing this module, please complete the corresponding section in the Virtual Observation Reflection packet.

2. Review Watch Video Case Assistive Technology in OT Read: Providing Assistive Technology Fact Sheet

3. Assistive Technology Watch OT TED Talk: http://www.otcentennial.org/video/accessible-design-occupational- therapist-give-ted-talk Complete Assignment Write a two-page (double spaced) review Sheena s case and the Ted Talk. What do you think about using adaptive equipment? Is this an area of OT that interests you? Find two apps on your phone, one that could give you medication reminders and one that could be used by someone who has a visual impairment.

4. References Cohen, H. (2016, November). Accessible fart machines and hand-less video game controllers [Video]. TED Conferences. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=12&v=- We84cxubCY&feature=emb_title Larson, B. (2012, June 1). Assistive technology and OT [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anhesZIzqFM Goodrich, B., & Garza, E. (2015) Providing assistive technology devices and services [Fact Sheet]. American Occupational Therapy Association