Unlock the Secrets of Effective Level I Fieldwork: A Comprehensive Guide for Occupational Therapy Educators

Written by Debra Hanson, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, and Elizabeth DeIuliis, OTD, OTR/L, Fieldwork Educators Guide to Level I Fieldwork is a treasure trove of practical knowledge for occupational therapy academic fieldwork coordinators and fieldwork educators. This invaluable resource is designed to help faculty and clinicians create and implement Level I fieldwork experiences that meet the highest standards of excellence.

Addressing the Challenges of Integrating Level I Fieldwork with Classroom Learning

The guide tackles the challenges of integrating Level I fieldwork with classroom learning experiences, ensuring a seamless transition between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. By following the 2018 Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education standards, the book provides a comprehensive framework for faculty-led experiences, standardized patients, simulation, and supervision by a fieldwork educator in a practice environment.

A Structured Approach to Level I Fieldwork

The book’s structured approach consists of three units, each building upon the previous one. The first unit lays the foundation with fundamental knowledge on experiential learning and the purpose of Level I fieldwork in occupational therapy. The second unit equips readers with resources to develop a Level I fieldwork learning plan tailored to their specific setting. The final units focus on situational scenarios that emerge during Level I fieldwork placements and provide a framework for assessing student learning.

A Comprehensive Resource for Level I Fieldwork Educators

Fieldwork Educators Guide to Level I Fieldwork includes:

• Up-to-date terminology and frameworks for experiential learning in diverse contexts, including role emerging and simulation
• Strategies for addressing anxiety and student stress management, as well as supporting students with disabilities
• Models to support clinical reasoning development during Level I fieldwork
• Mechanisms to foster student professional development and communication skills

For a progressive and comprehensive approach to fieldwork education, be sure to explore the successive textbook, Fieldwork Educators Guide to Level II Fieldwork, designed to focus exclusively on Level II fieldwork.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Slack Incorporated
• Publication Date: January 15, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 416
• ISBN-10: 1630919624
• ISBN-13: 978-1630919627