Tying school-based occupational therapy to common core standards.

Do, Anhthu and Higger, Madison and Knapp, Sarah and Laudato, Mia (2023) Tying school-based occupational therapy to common core standards. Masters thesis, Stanbridge University.

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Introduction: The implementation of Common Core State Standards (CCSS) has presented difficulties for instructors by requiring them to strike a balance between teaching core knowledge while adhering to curricular standards. This study examines the essential role of school-based occupational therapist practitioners (OTP) in addressing these issues and assisting students in succeeding within the CCSS framework. Design/Purpose: A focus group consisting of a K-6 teacher and an OTP was formed to determine how school-based occupational therapy and CCSS relate to one another. The goal of the study was to explore whether gaps exist between teachers and OTPs knowledge of how occupational therapy interventions help students achieve the CCSS criteria as well as succeed academically. Primary Findings: The primary findings highlight the difficulties, advantages, and possibilities of teacher and occupational therapist collaboration in the context of assisting students in reaching Common Core criteria. Conclusion: Data analysis of the study was broken down into three main themes: the collaboration and potential of teachers and OTPs working together, as well as the overall difficulties faced in student achievement of CCSS. Implications for Occupational Therapy: The implications of this study highlight the importance for teachers and occupational therapists to work together, emphasize communication, and understand each other's role to help students as they work to meet Common Core criteria. Suggestions for Further Research: Knowing these gaps, future studies might benefit from examining the long-term effects of teacher-OTP cooperation on student outcomes, including academic success and the development of essential skills

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Uncontrolled Keywords: MSOTOC012
Subjects: L Education > LC Special aspects of education
Depositing User: Kareena Yashko
Date Deposited: 14 May 2024 23:37
Last Modified: 14 May 2024 23:37
URI: http://repository.stanbridge.edu/id/eprint/127

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