Teaching Independence: A Therapeutic Approach
Teaching Independence: A Therapeutic Approach comprises six individual programs, each with videos and step-by-step written instructions. The six programs are:
Improving Function & Awareness
Preventing Shoulder Pain
Wheelchair Transfers
Standing Safely
Bed Positioning & Mobility
Self-Care
Students can watch the videos for each program and follow along in the workbook. Although the videos can be watched in any order, we recommend watching them in the order they appear within the series. While viewing each video, ask students to refer to the corresponding section in the Workbook for additional written information specifically developed for that particular program.
⌘ Pause and Practice: Practical Lab Sessions
There are 41 individual practice labs illustrated and identified throughout this learning module. Each is extremely important.
While viewing the video, the symbol ⌘ will appear in the lower left-hand corner of your screen. At this point, pause the program and refer to the corresponding page in the Workbook, noting the Pause and Practice boxes. Ask students to follow the directions stated in the Workbook to practice the therapeutic method illustrated.
During each practice lab, students should write down their observations in the space provided. It is helpful to practice each therapeutic method with a partner and try it more than once. After completing each Pause and Practice activity, continue with the video.
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Practice Labs
