Module 6: Occupational Performance Theory in Practice
Notes for the Week & Module Objectives:
At this point in the Foundations course we are closing our concentrated focus on
occupation, and now moving into the theoretical framework of the occupational therapy
profession. Of course, we NEVER truly stray from the study of OCCUPATION!
In the reading this week, note that two of the chapters are authored by our esteemed
program chair, Dr. Barbara Schell. Additionally, so many of the W&S chapter authors are
leading scholars in the occupational therapy profession.
Plan for OT 603 Foundations of Practice/ OT603L Occupation-Based Practice
Readings:
W & S Ch. 37, Unpacking Our Theoretical Reasoning: Theory and Practice in
Occupational Therapy
W & S Ch. 39, The Model of Human Occupation
W & S Ch. 53, Overview of Theory Guided Intervention
Kielhofner, Ch. 6, The Nature and Role of Conceptual Practice Models (skim read)
*Ch. 11 The Model of Human Occupation (extremely valuable read!)
**Sames, Ch. 5, Impact of Models and Frames of Reference
Note: Course syllabus reads as Ch. 3. This is an error. Please review chapter 5
and bookmark for future reference!
Assignments:
COPM –Review manual in preparation for practice administration on peer partner.
*You will receive COPM manual on Saturday a.m. Do not worry about this until then.
Remember, you will each participate in a COPM interview playing the role of “yourself”
during the 24-hr time period when you simulated a disability.
Independent completion of the Activity Analysis assignment based on occupation T-Shirt.
Due: End of lab session for faculty check off
Independent completion of Analysis of Occupation-Based Models Worksheet on MOHO
(not submitted, study tool only)
Discussion Post: Patterns of Occupation Initial post: Weds, 11:59 p.m Peer response:
Sunday, 11:59 p.m
Packing List for February, 14th
1. Copy of Model Worksheet – MOHO (We will be completing in lab based on a case
study that will be given to you in class.
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2. Remember that you will be given a piece of equipment to take home for your
disability simulation experience (finally!)
3. It’s Valentines Day Weekend! You are all welcome to bring breakfast sweets to share
and enjoy while we work through the case of “Gloria” a la MOHO. We can multi task
our occupations in this class!
Module Objectives
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Define and differentiate between 1) propositions and assumptions, 2) tacit and
explicit, 3) broad theory versus discrete theory
Define and differentiate between theory, model of practice, framework, and frame of
reference
Explain how OT theories are used in practice
Identify and describe the various perspectives of OT theories – occupational behavior,
rehabilitation, developmental, learning
Describe the overall perspective and purpose of the Model of Human Occupation
(MOHO)
Discuss the MOHO concepts related to the environment – physical and social
Discuss the MOHO concepts related to engagement in occupation – participation,
performance – including skills
Discuss the MOHO concepts related to occupational identity, competence, and
adaptation
Identify and describe the 9 Dimensions of Occupational Engagement (W&S Table
39.1)
Describe how MOHO can be used in the professional reasoning process
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