tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29893759226745993862024-03-20T03:16:43.968-07:00Sophie Halkett PO1This blog is a part of the Occupational Therapy paper Participation in Occupation One. The blog focuses on people’s participation in meaningful occupation. It will explore different technologies and the engagement in occupation of people who have occupational needs. It will consider how technology can be used to enhance therapy services for a client.Sophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-20583253170893585002012-05-17T17:18:00.000-07:002012-05-17T17:48:53.416-07:00Tutorial Six-The Internet and Online CommunitiesIn this post I am going to provide
an overview of three online communities I have found that relate to my topic of
Autism. These online communities provide support for those with Autism and most
importantly the families and support systems of these people. <br />
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<o:p> </o:p>The first online community is an
Autism Support Group that is dedicated to family members and friends dealing
with Autism. It is a community where family members and friends can come
together to give advice, share information and ask each other questions about
Autism. The online community offers many ways of interacting and sharing
knowledge with others who are dealing with the same or similar issues. It is a
chance to share with others who are in the same situation as you and who can
understand you.</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>Within this community you are able
to post comments on the discussion forum. You are then able to comment on each other’s
posts to give advice or answer questions. This is the way in which everyone is
able to interact with each other. The site also offers articles and videos on
autism to be uploaded by members to promote awareness and help build on peoples
knowledge. I liked this community page as it’s easy to navigate around and
anyone is welcome to join. It is easy to join and contribute to the page. The
community is seeking to join family members and friends affected by autism together
so that they have support and can share similar thoughts and experiences.</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>Link to this community: <a href="http://www.mdjunction.com/autism">http://www.mdjunction.com/autism</a></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The next online community I found was Altogether
Autism. This website is for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders, families and
whanau, friends of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and anyone in the community
who wants to know more. The websites main purpose is to inform you about the
services available for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders, people who can
give you advice and where you can find more information. It is different from
the online community above as it is not in a set out where there is a forum in
which you can share ideas. It however is a place for people to go to find out
more information. The site offer you links in which you can explore to find out
organisations and individuals who provide a range of services which may support
people with ASD. The site has articles in which you are able to read. It has a
section on questions people ask that you <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>are able to click onto and find out the
answers. The site enables you to be up-to-date with news and events and you are
able to subscribe to their news letter. I think this online community is a
great base for those who have autism or know someone with Autism to look at.
From here they are pointed in the right direction to finding out services available,
new and events and information about the disorder. People are unable to
contribute information themselves unlike the majority of online communities
however I feel this is still a great online community that holds alot vital
information.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Link to this Community: <a href="http://www.altogetherautism.org.nz/page/79-welcome+questions-people-ask">http://www.altogetherautism.org.nz/page/79-welcome+questions-people-ask</a></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The next online community I came across was AutismSpot-Empowering the
Autism Community. This blog site is dedicated to providing parents, educators,
professionals and those living with Autism with unbiased, comprehensive
information. The purpose of this community is to provide information on the
best practices, therapies, education opportunities, resources and home programs
from people all over the world. It is a place to seek information and offer
support to others by building a community that brings hope through expert
advice. The site offers videos, news, blogs and forums. Once you become a member
you are able to post discussions onto the forum and comment on other posts as
well. This is the way in which people are able to communicate to share their
knowledge, experience and personal stories. Communication through these forums is
the foundation to building an online community like AutismSpot. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Link to this Community: <a href="http://www.autismspot.com/">http://www.autismspot.com/</a></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p> </o:p></i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Ethical Issues to consider:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
When being a part of an online
community like the ones I described there are ethical issue that may arise.
Informed consent and copyright are two of the ethical issues involved in online
communities. As people are able to openly discuss issues on these forums it is
important that they have gained informed consent from the person in which they
are sharing information about. When capturing and sharing photos of those with
autism it is vital that informed consent has been given first by the person and
their families. The second community I discussed was Altogether Autism, as this
site does not enable people to openly make posts on it, the information they
provide has been copyrighted. It is important when using information that is
taken straight from the website that it is properly referenced. This will stop
any copyright ethical issues that may arise. <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p> </o:p></i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The benefits of the online communities; AustimSpot and the Autism
Support group include: <o:p></o:p></b></div>
-People are able to interact with
each other building a sense of community<br />
-People are able to share personal
experiences and relate to each other<br />
-People are able to give advice and
answer each other’s questions<br />
-You are able to post questions of
concerns in which people in similar situations are able to answer.<br />
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<o:p> </o:p><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The benefits of all three communities I have discussed include:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
-They are places in which people
can seek information about Autism to build their knowledge and understanding.<br />
-They are base in which people can
go to find links and resources that they can then explore<br />
- You are able to learn from others
in similar situations who understand what you are going through<br />
-Can be accessed at all times<br />
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<o:p> </o:p><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Limitations for online communities include</b>:</div>
-People who are unable to access a
computer will be unable to be a part of these communities<br />
-People who do not have knowledge
on blogging and posting comments may find it difficult in doing so<br />
-People may comment negatively on
the online blog and abuse the privileges of the online communitySophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-37792857653647492502012-05-16T04:56:00.002-07:002012-05-17T19:58:40.539-07:00Tutorial Seven: Linking to blogs of interest<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I have chosen to link to different blogs that relate to
Occupational Therapy practise.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have
set up links on the side of my blog which are easy to locate and click into.
Within this list of links there are blogs from other class mates of mine. As I
use my blog more and begin to explore different blogs I will add them to the
list. I have posted comments on the blogs when I have found posts of interest.
I have made comments in which I am hoping to receive feedback from the blogger
or others reading the blog.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Below I have provided an example of the communication
between myself and an another blogger whose post I have commented on:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p><cite class="user"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #0033cb;">Sophieh</span></a></cite><span class="icon user"></span><span class="datetime secondary-text"><a href="http://jessicaboyce-po1.blogspot.com/2012/05/normal.html?showComment=1337293944154#c1286457629709494317" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #0033cb;">17 May 2012 15:32</span></a></span></o:p></span></div>
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Hi Jess,<br />Your placement experience
sounds very interesting and sounds like in the end it was very worthwhile.At
your placement were there other clients with TBI?? or was it a range of
different injuries? I really enjoyed your selection of videos from YouTube that
explain brain injuries and demonstrate the occupational therapist role in the
rehab process. As an up an coming OT its interesting to see the role of the OT
in different settings. Thanks for sharing these videos.<br />Sophie </div>
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<cite class="user blog-author"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/00329527206043518744" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #0033cb;">Jessicaboyce-PO1</span></a></cite><span class="icon user blog-author"></span><span class="datetime secondary-text"><a href="http://jessicaboyce-po1.blogspot.com/2012/05/normal.html?showComment=1337309498550#c1778388848020657378" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #0033cb;">17 May 2012 19:51</span></a></span></div>
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Hey Soph,<br />Yes my placement was very
worth while in the end. I mainly worked with a young boy that had a TBI however
there were other service users that had TBI's aswell. There were also many
service users with disease's such as MS. There were individuals that also had a
range of injuries and disabilities. These were physical disabilities. Hopefully
my feedback helps.<br />Jessica</div>
</span>Sophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-87179748457939652762012-05-16T04:31:00.000-07:002012-05-17T17:40:47.618-07:00Tutorial Five: Video Production Part Two<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Autism is topic within the
Occupational Therapy practise area and is a topic of interest for me. I have
worked with a child with Autism at a holiday program and I found the experience
to be fascinating. I am really looking forward to working with children with
Autism in future placements or future practise. I have chosen five videos about
Autism that I found very interesting. I chose 5 very different videos so that
those reading could expand their knowledge base about Autism and gain a better
understanding. <span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">These videos help explain, demonstrate
and provide personal experience of Autism. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I found this first video to
be very moving and captivating. It is called "fixing" Autism and is
made by this man in honour of his daughter how has Autism. It demonstrates not
only the struggles she goes through but the struggles they go through as a
family. I think this is a great video for informing people about the reality of
Autism for the person and their families. It is a great video for Autism awareness.
I think anybody who watches it would be affected by this man and what he has to
say. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The next video is from the perspective of different
people with Autism. It has been made in honour of Autism Awareness month and
its main focus is for these people to let the world know what it’s like to have
Autism. It shows a range of different people who are all different on the
Autism spectrum. It is their way of reaching out and telling the world what
life is like for them.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">This next video is the day in the life of Ryan. Ryan was
diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. This video is made by his older sister
how explains common signs and symptoms, the visible signs he showed and the frustrations
in which a child with Autism can experience. We are able to see Ryan and the
way in which he communicates and acts. She explains the challenges for living
with someone with Autism and the effects it has on her younger sister who is
also interviewed by her. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">This video shows an Occupational Therapist working with a
young boy with Autism. It shows them working with an Ipad learning to draw
letters. I chose this video as it shows a type of intervention in which an
Occupational Therapist like me would do with a client with Autism. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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improve a person’s social and communication skills and improve developmental
growth. It names the different types of theories then explains them. This gives
therapists and insight into effective therapies to use with clients with
Autism. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">My chosen occupation is morning
coffee around the dining table. I chose this Occupation as it was a ritual that
I was involved in during my fieldwork two placement. My placement was at Idea
Services Kirkcaldy Street. After observing and being a part of this ritual I
was able to understand how important this was to the individuals as this was an
effective way of building relationships and enhancing communication
opportunities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What used to be a simple
task for me of “having a coffee” has now turned into a ritual that can help
build a cultural and social feeling of doing, being, becoming and belonging for
a person.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">In the reading ‘Reflections
on doing, being becoming.’ I found that there were great definitions of doing,
being, becoming and belonging in relation to meaningful occupation. I have
summed them up in my own words from my understanding of the definitions
provided in the article.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">Doing- Taking part in
purposeful activities.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">Being- Time taken to
reflect and appreciate the meaning and value in what we do<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">Becoming- Envisioning
our future and what we wish to become<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">Belonging- The sense of
being included through occupational performance and social interaction. The
sense of inclusion and support.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">(Wilcock, 1998)<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">Image 1: IHC and Idea
Services Logo<br />
Image2: Coming together of people<br />
Image 3: The sharing of different values<br />
Image 4: Doing, Being, Becoming and Belonging interlock<br />
Image 5:Doing Heading <br />
Image 6: Cup of Coffee <br />
Image 7: The gathering of coffee cups <br />
Image 8: Pouring coffee <br />
Image 9: Being Heading <br />
Image 10:Being a part of a group<br />
Image:11:Being able to share your thoughts<br />
Image 12: Being a friend <br />
Image 13: Becoming Heading <br />
Image 14: Becoming a friend<br />
Image 15: Becoming a part of social interaction<br />
Image 16: Becoming a part of a kinship<br />
Image 17: Belonging Heading <br />
Image 18: Friendships<br />
Image 19: Social Acceptance<br />
Image 20: Belonging to a service<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;">For those images that are not mine I
made sure that they were referenced correctly. I used photos taken by myself so
that I was able to use them without there being any ethical implications as it
is my own personal work. Image number 3 I drew by myself using Microsoft Office
as it was my own drawing I was able to put it straight onto my presentation
without breaching copywriter.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-bidi;"><span lang="EN-NZ" style="color: black;">Wilcock, A.A. (1998).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Reflections on doing, being becoming.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 65,
248-256.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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</div>Sophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-31094983732856257432012-04-11T20:41:00.002-07:002012-05-17T17:23:13.439-07:00Tutorial Eight: Assistive TechnologyIn chapter one of the book Assistive Technology: Principles and Practise is states that “One widely used definition is that provided in the PL (public law) 100-407, the Technical Assistance to the States Act in the United States. The definition of assistive technology is: Any item, piece of equipment or product system whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.” (Cook & Hussey 2000) This definition covers a wide range of equipment used for everyday life, leisure and productivity. When an individual is faced with an injury, disability or illness to be able to take part in meaningful occupations equipment must be adapted, modified or customised for the individuals needs. This equipment could be made specifically for the individual or the individual’s own equipment could be modified slightly. There is a huge range of assistive technology available for individuals however cost and availability of this equipment is sometimes a barrier. Assistive equipment makes occupations of these individuals more functional and capable.<br />
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The apple Ipad is an extremely useful tool for Occupational Therapists in practise. It is a very affordable tool for the many functions and opportunities that it creates. On the following website for the apple store it states information about size, cost and functions of an Ipad.<br />
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The websites address is <a href="http://store.apple.com/nz/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad">http://store.apple.com/nz/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad</a>.<br />
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The different models of the ipad are similar in sizing. This is an example of the sizing for the Wi-fi Model : “Height: 9.50 inches (241.2 mm), Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm), Depth: 0.37 inch (9.4 mm), Weight: 1.44 pounds (652 g).”(Apple Inc, 2012) The price of the Ipads range between $729 to $1228. On top of this cost is the cost of applications. Some applications are free and some have a small set up cost. <span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">. The standard
functions that come with the ipad are camera, video recording, wireless and
cellular internet and built in applications such as; Mail, Messages, Itunes,
Newsstand, Maps, Music and Reminders. </span>From here you are able to build your own applications suitable for the individual using the iPad. There are many apps used by OTs with different functions; whether it’s helping with communication, reading, writing and fine motor skills etc. The applications are also suitable for different disabilities and learning needs. I found this blog online where people are able to update apps they have found useful. The OT iTool Kit resource is a review of apps and resources for OT's working with children and adults.<br />
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<a href="http://otswithapps.wordpress.com/">http://otswithapps.wordpress.com/</a><br />
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As more apps are developed the use of an Ipad as assistive equipment grows. In class we used ipads as a way of enabling communication when creating a smoothie with other group members. The ipad increased our ability as ‘non verbal’ students to communicate to each other. I found this to be very interesting and a worthwhile task. As we had free time to explore the ipads I found out that it had many uses. I don’t have a great understanding of Ipad apps however as I research more into an ipad I find that it has many apps with different purposes. When looking up ipads and Occupational Therapy I found the following YouTube clips which show cased different ways in which Ipads can be used for Therapy. I look forward to using Ipads in the future in my own practice and am excited to learn about the different apps available for occupational therapists.<br />
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Apple Inc. (2012). <em>Apple Store</em>. Retrieved from <a href="http://store.apple.com/nz/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad">http://store.apple.com/nz/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad</a><br />
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Cook, A.M.,& Hussey, S.M. (2000). <em>Assistive Technologies:principles and practice</em>. St Louis:MosbySophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-25147770960140896102012-04-11T20:33:00.004-07:002012-05-17T17:24:19.381-07:00Tutorial Four: Video Production Part One<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As a group we had to plan and produce a film that was one
minute long. The film had to be based on one of the four concepts that we were
introduced to. These being occupational justice, occupational disruption,
occupational transition, or occupational deprivation. We decided as a group to
base our video on occupational transition. Occupational transition is defind as
“reorganisation of a person’s occupational identity, restructure of roles and habits
and adjustment to changes in the kinds of environments in which one does
things.” (Kielhofner, 2008 p. 136)We discussed with each other what
occupational transition means to us and what experiences we have had where we
have had to transition ourselves. We realised then that we had all experienced
a similar occupational transition in our lives. Our transition from home to
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We wanted to be creative in showing this idea so we decided
to write on two pieces of paper each. On the first piece of paper it said phrase
to do with where we came from and on the second piece of paper a phrase that
represents us now that we have transitioned. The video begins with occupational
transitions our main theme. Then transitions through life stages, then there is
a drawing of different houses to represent our different places then arrows to
Dunedin representing the transition. We then in turn show our two pieces of
paper representing our occupational transition to Dunedin. The different
transitions include; Warm House to Damp Flat, Alternative Steiner School -
Mainstream Tertiary ‘Tech, Country Bumpkin - Big City…. Hello, Mum made my lunch - I make my lunch now, Adventure Capital -
Scarfie Land. This video represents our own personal occupational transitions
to Dunedin.<br />
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Kielhofner, G.
(2008). <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Model of human occupation: Theory
and application (4<sup>th</sup> ed.).</i> Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams
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</div>Sophiehhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04722427067549657623noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2989375922674599386.post-57857022964824506172012-04-11T18:52:00.010-07:002012-05-17T17:21:52.745-07:00Tutorial One: Information Technology and Ethical Issues<span style="font-family: arial;">My first post covers Information Technology and Information Communications Technology. I will discuss the definition of both of these terms and define them in my own words. Technology is prevalent in today’s society and technology for most people has become commonplace. We all use technology everyday and in different ways. It has huge effects on our daily living. For me I use technology everyday and am comfortable using it. Without it my life would be much more difficult. I will discuss technology that I find easy to use and am comfortable and confident in using. Technology has become an important component for Occupational Therapists and as it grows the more people will become aware of it and the more OT’s will use it. Technology has so many advantages and positive impacts on people lives however there is also ethical implications that arise, which can create problems. Using Technology is a growing trend and for people like me it is an everyday necessity.<br /><br /><strong>Definitions:</strong><br />“Information Technology (IT) is concerned with </span><span style="font-family: arial;">technology</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> to treat </span><span style="font-family: arial;">information</span><span style="font-family: arial;">. The acquisition, processing, storage and dissemination of vocal, pictorial, textual and numerical information by a </span><span style="font-family: arial;">microelectronics</span><span style="font-family: arial;">-based combination of </span><span style="font-family: arial;">computing</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> and </span><span style="font-family: arial;">telecommunications</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> are its main fields” (Wikipedia, 2012)<br /><br />“ICT (information and communications technology - or technologies) is an umbrella term that includes any communication device or application, encompassing: radio, television,cellular phones, computer and network hardware and software, satellite systems and so on, as well as the various services and applications associated with them, such as videoconferencing and distance learning.” (Techtarget, 2012)<br /><br />IT and ICT are broad terms that include a wide range of components, software and devices. They are used in everyday life for storing, processing and sharing information.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: arial;">IT and the use of capturing, processing, storing and transmitting information both textual and pictorial is common in our society. It is growing all the time and becoming more common in<br />everyday life. As technology is updated people become more aware of its benefits and its uses become more common. The following YouTube clip shows how much Information technology has changed over time and discusses the Information eras affects on society and communication. I found this clip to be very interesting and truthful.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial;">In high school I studied information technology, web design and computing. From this I have found myself to be very confident in using computers, computer programmes and the internet. I find that I use computers everyday for study, leisure and social interaction. I depend on it for finding information, typing up polytechnic work, doing assignments and catching up with friends and family. This use of IT helps me to engage in purposeful occupations such as social relationships, polytechnic study and leisure. As technology grows and becomes more up to date I find that my knowledge expands and I use technology for more reasons. Without the use of my computer daily life would be much more difficult for engaging in meaningful occupations.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: arial;">Within my fieldwork placements in Acute Surgical and Idea Services IT didn’t play a huge role. I didn’t have much of an opportunity to discover that technologies were used in these placements to benefit the Therapists and clients. I have however heard of other places the use IT within there practise and look forward to learning more in this course about the ways in which IT can be used in Occupational Therapy.<br /><br />So far in this course from class readings and a session with Dave Speden from Kimi Ora School in Wellington I have realised that technology offers endless opportunity for people and is increasing every day. Verdonck and Ryan 2008 state that “Technology offers therapists new types of handiwork and enabling devices, which are being drawn from a virtual environment.” (Verdonck & Ryan 2008 ) Dave spoke to us about different technologies that enable his students to engage in meaningful occupations. I found his talk to be very inspirational and I learnt a lot about different technologies used by the therapists at his school. One issue that he spoke about was that it is easy to get caught up in all the new and improved technology being developed. The technology out there is growing and has so many uses however it is important that you think about an individual and then adapt the technology systems to fit their specific needs.<br /><br />This made me envisage how IT use will become a potential tool of practise. “Technology can be used within Occupational Therapy in two ways. The first application is to improve a person’s functional independence, and the second is a therapeutic tool to improve occupational performance and its related components.” (Petty, 2003 as cited in Verdonck & Ryan, 2008) As technology grows and new ideas are developed it will be used to help those who need assistance in participating in meaningful occupations. IT will help people to participate in their daily lives and fulfil their goals of enabling occupation. I am really looking forward to seeing what IT tools are available and how they can improve daily living when I am practicing as an OT.<br /><br />Information and Images can be captured, shared and transferred via devices and systems such as internet, mobile phones and more commonly now Iphones and Ipads. When considering using these devices or systems there are many ethical implications that arise. This includes informed consent and Intellectual Property such as Copyright. These are just a few of the ethical implications involved when transferring and sharing information from these devices. I will briefly discuss these ethical implications.<br /><br /> Informed consent is when someone has agreed to and allowed personal content or images to be captured shared and transferred. It is always important to gain consent from someone before using their personal information and sharing it via IT devices or systems, this way they are aware of what is being used and who is able to view it.<br /><br /> Intellectual property (Copyright) The internet gives us a wide range of information and images that have been shared by others. The internet makes it available for others to duplicate this copyrighted content. We may be able to access this information but it is wrong to do so without the authors consent and without referencing the source. You are unable to take information that is not yours and pretend it is your own.<br /><br />Ethical issues will always arise when using IT devices and systems. It is important that everyone is aware of the ethical issues before capturing, sharing and transferring information via these devices.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial;"><strong>References:</strong><br /><br />Techtarget. (2012). <em>ICT (Information and Communications Technology-or Technologies) </em>.</span><span style="font-family: arial;">Retrieved from <a href="http://searchcio-midmarket.techtarget.com/definition/ICT">http://searchcio-midmarket.techtarget.com/definition/ICT</a><br /><br />Wikipedia. (2012). <em>Information Technology</em>. Retrieved from <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Information_technology">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Information_technology</a><br /><br />Verdonck, M.C., & Ryan, S. (2008). Mainstream Technology as an Occupational Therapy Tool: Technophobe or Technogeek?. <em>Britsh Journal of Occupational Therapy</em>, <em>71(6)</em>, 253-256.</span><br />
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