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Course ListingsFall 2012Occupational Therapy02645OTS 020801 ARR Tickle-degnen, 1.0 M 3:00-5:20pmOTS 0209CLINICAL RESEARCHExploration of the components of the research process in the context ofoccupational therapy. Includes developing research questions,conducting a literature search and review, data collection and dataanalysis, drawing conclusions from data, ethics in research, andsharing research findings.Prerequisites: Introductory statistics; open to undergraduates.Sections02646OTS 020901 ARR Bedell, Gary 1.0OTS 0219GRP THEORY&COMM PRACTICEExploration of the dynamics of small and large group systems. Classesand readings focus on theories of group process that lead to effectivegroup functioning. Group experiences in class to integrate theoreticallearning about group observation, leadership, and individualmembership skills. Understanding culture in relation to groupdevelopment in small and large group systems and application of grouptheory to practice in occupational therapy. Lectures, mentoring groups,and assignments are integrated with weekly community-based servicelearning where the students facilitate small task-oriented groups. Level Ifieldwork experience.Prerequisites: Prior or concurrent OTS 106 or 107.Sections042430264802649OTS 021901 ARR Schwartzberg, S 1.0OTS 0219LA ARR Schwartzberg, S 0.0OTS 0219LB ARR Barnes, Mary Al 0.0OTS 0224OT PRACTICE-PHYSICAL DYSBasic intervention principles for neurologic, orthopedic, degenerative,and traumatic conditions, including CVA, arthritis, burns, fractures, andspinal cord injuries, as well as theory and research in relation totreatment, will be presented in lecture. Laboratory stresses conductingmotor, sensory, and perceptual evaluations; comprehensiveintervention planning; splint fabrication; transfers; and psychodynamicsof physical rehabilitation. Level I fieldwork.Prerequisites: OTS 102, 103, and 243 (taken concurrently or prior toOTS 101, 104, and 242).Sections02654 OTS 022401 ARR Brooks, Janet C 1.0 Ots102,103,243,concurant101,104,24202652 OTS 0224LB ARR Brooks, Janet C 0.0 Mon 3:30-5:20Pm02653 OTS 0224PP ARR Brooks, Janet C 0.0 For Post-prof OtStud Only. SeeDept ScheduleOTS 0226OT PRACTICE IN PEDIATRICThis course prepares students to use clinical reasoning to applyknowledge of pediatric occupational therapy, principles to working withchildren and their families. Course content will focus on supporting theoccupations of the child within an environmental context with anemphasis on family and sociocultural factors. Students will examinemajor theoretical frames of reference based upon current research andwill learn to apply this to planning occupational therapy evaluations andinterventions. As part of this course, students are required to participatein a Level I pediatric occupational therapy fieldwork experience.Prerequisites: OTS 104, 106, 206, and either 224 and 227.Sections02655OTS 022601 ARR Morris, Margare 1.0OTS 0227OT PRAC-PSYCHOSOCIAL DYSReview of the theoretical backgrounds that have either historical orcurrent significance in the practice of occupational therapy withindividuals who are mentally ill. Students use a variety of learningactivities to fully explore this area of practice, including lecture and lab.Practical application of theoretical concepts and clinical reasoningapplied to a variety of treatment situations to guide clinical decisionsfrom evaluation through discharge. Level I fieldwork.Prerequisites: OTS 107 and 243 (taken concurrently or prior to OTS106, 219, and 242).Sections02657 OTS 022701 ARR Trudeau, Scott 1.0 107,243/concurrent OrPrior:106,219,242,fw Sem02656 OTS 0227LA ARR Trudeau, Scott 0.0 Thurs3:40-5:20pmOTS 0229OT PRACTICE OLDER ADULTStudy of contemporary issues of aging and social implications ofworldwide longer lifespan. Examination of theories of aging, includingphysiological, psychological, and functional changes and the influenceof culture, race, and gender in the experience of aging. Through clinicalreasoning, students learn to evaluate and facilitate functionalperformance in older adults in a variety of environments, ranging fromcommunity to institutional settings. Professional roles, interventionstrategies, and modes of service delivery, including interdisciplinaryapproaches to gerontic occupational therapy. Community fieldexperience.Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.Sections02658OTS 022901 4+ Trudeau, Scott 1.0OTS 0232HEALTH & COMM SYSTEMSStudents will gain an in-depth understanding of the health care systemin the United States and learn how health care policy is established.Government sets health care policy, either explicitly by legislating, orimplicitly by not legislating. The impetus to a policy is a problem.Introduction to key problems, both historic and current, so that studentsmay understand the solutions that shape their work world, and maycontribute to the discussion and negotiation of future solutions for theirclients.Sections02659 OTS 023201 ARR Chippendale, Tr 0.5 Now Meets Tue3-5:20 P.m.OTS 0234PRACTICUM IN OTSupervised experience in occupational-therapy-related settings, e.g.,clinics, community programs, and educational institutions. Experiencemay focus on specific areas of teaching, consultation, programdevelopment, or direct service.Please see departmental website for specific details.Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.Sections02660OTS 023401 ARR Roberts, Michae 0.5-1.0 Consent,s/uOnly,perScheduledDatesOTS 0237LEVEL II FIELDWORKNo course credit.Please see departmental website for specific details.Sections02661 OTS 023701 ARR Roberts, Michae 0.0 S/u Only, AlsoReg For Ots402 - FtTufts University Course Listings, Fall 2012Page 136