How do children’s brains manage the interplay between self-regulation and executive functioning tasks?

In this episode, join Lindy Joffe, OTD, OTR/L as she discusses the interconnectedness between sensory and executive function. She will offer insight into the clinical observations that can unlock a better understanding of student behaviors and learn actionable strategies to empower our children as co-learners in their educational journey.

Tune in to understand the connection with executive functions and sensory regulation within school-based occupational therapy!

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will identify the relationship between child behavior, environment, and factors contributing to executive functioning
  
  
  
• Learners will understand how to empower the children as co learners and use interventions to reflect their unique needs
  
  
  
• Learners will identify practical assessment tools to use for executive functioning

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Do you think AI can revolutionize school-based OT?

In this episode, join expert guest Teresa Fair-Field as she explores innovative uses of artificial intelligence that are reshaping the way OTPs support students and clinical decision making.

Discover the collaborative efforts between clinicians and tech experts in developing predictive AI, and learn how these advancements can generate treatment plans and improve communication.

This episode is great for any school-based OT who wants to stay up to date, and utilize technology to enhance evidence-based practice and ultimately enrich student outcomes.

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will recognize the ethical considerations of AI use
• Learners will understand the applications and implications of artificial intelligence in school-based occupational therapy
• Learners will identify strategies for integrating AI into clinical decision-making, IEP development, and treatment planning

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Imagine a school environment where every student, regardless of their abilities, can actively participate in physical education. How can we turn this into reality?

In today's episode, we are joined by Faith Newton, an occupational therapist based in England, who is passionate about inclusive physical education (PE) for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

In this episode, Faith will discuss the school-based occupational therapy system in the UK and how it compares to models in the US. She will also explore universal design principles and strategies for making PE more inclusive for all students. Tune in to learn more!

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will Identify the key components of an inclusive PE program for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
  
  
• Learners will understand the role of occupational therapy in supporting neurodivergent students in physical education settings.
  
  
• Learners will understand how to conduct an activity analysis for common PE games like dodgeball to identify sensory, physical, cognitive, and emotional demands.

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