oct5ota occupational science
OCCUPATION: FOUNDATIONS IN OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE & THERAPY
OCT5OTA
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students will develop advanced knowledge of theoretical and research literatures that inform current understandings of the multidimensional nature of occupation in occupational science and therapy. Students gain an overview of current conceptual understandings of occupation through critically analyzing and evaluating theoretical literature and research in occupational science that explores the multidimensional nature of occupation, occupational engagement and its relationships with health and wellbeing. Students will review literature related to understanding occupational engagement in childhood, adulthood, or older adulthood; and to reflect on its applicability in occupational therapy. Students will also have opportunities to work together to evaluate a range of methodologies used to investigate research questions concerning occupational engagement, health and wellbeing.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPriscilla Ennals
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Must have completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent. Subject offered contingent upon sufficient enrolments.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Subject Learning Guide and reading materials provided online | Prescribed | TBA | TBA |
| Readings | Introduction to occupation: science of living (2nd edition) | Recommended | Christiansen, C. and Townsend, E. (eds) | PRENTICE HALL, 2010 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Articulate an in-depth knowledge of differing perspectives that contribute to viewing occupation as multidimensional in nature.
- Activities:
- Reading, reflective activities and contributions to online discussion
02. Evaluate and differentiate current theories of occupational balance and imbalance, and how they contribute to understanding participation and wellbeing.
- Activities:
- Reading, reflective activities and contributions to online discussion
03. Critique and synthesise differing perspectives of meaning (personal, spiritual, social, cultural) in occupations and how these relate to understanding occupational choices, identity, and participation.
- Activities:
- Reading, reflective activities and contributions to online discussion
04. Analyse and differentiate how contextual features within environments may variously contribute to meaning-making, opportunity, challenge and restricted participation in occupations.
- Activities:
- Reading, reflective activities and contributions to online discussion
05. Identify and evaluate a range of research methodologies used to study what people do in daily life, their patterns of participation, the meaning dimension of occupation, occupational engagement and occupational balance related questions.
- Activities:
- Research critique, presentation and peer-led online discussion
06. Demonstrate advanced skills in articulating your knowledge of occupation and its relevance for well-being through presentations and academic writing.
- Activities:
- Contributions to online discussion, presentation and written assignments
Subject options
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Online, 2015, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEllie Fossey
Class requirements
Directed Reading
Six 5.0 hours directed reading per study period and delivered via online.
"6 x online study modules comprising reading and participation in facilitated discussion forums. Equivalent to 30 hours of class based activities."
Scheduled Online Class
Six 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period and delivered via online.
"Delivered via web conferencing tool (Collaborate)."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contributions to online discussion | Hurdle: one student-led online discussion | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| one 3,000-word written assignment | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| one 500-word paper critique | 10 | 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |