Key Points
What should OTs have gotten from this message?
- it is important to incorporate technology into treatment, such as assistive devices, smart home technology, and virtual rehabilitation to enhance client outcomes
- it is important to stay updated on emerging technologies to guide treatments
- we should try our best to ensure that everyone has access to these advancements in technology that will help in treatment
What events were occurring historically during this time period?
The Industrial Revolution and the rapid advancement of information technology
How does the speaker want us to think about technology and occupation?
We as OTs should think about technology as something we can't ignore, avoid or be participatory in
How is technology related to our everyday profession as OT's?
- Technology allows us to create new interventions for our clients that make it easier to complete daily tasks and live a fulfilled life
- Technology allows us to be advocates for our clients to make sure they all have access to new technology to help them
What was the professional context of this time?
The professional context of the time includes different time periods and the concept of technology, and the way that it has evolved over time. It also speaks about how technology will continue to evolve in the next 100 years. It also speaks about the innovation of assistive technology. It also states how interventions are needed to help balance physical and emotive dimensions in one’s life
What should consumers/clients have gotten from this message?
- Technology can break the barrier of accessibility in education, employment, and engagement
- Technology can be tailored to individuals to meet their specific needs
How were the speaker's thoughts and/or motivations affected?
There may be an effect on the speaker’s thoughts because they could be thinking about how technology has an effect on labor
How does a practitioner view technology vs a student
Students take a more theoretical approach in that they could say “this technology could be applied in this use case” whereas a practitioner would help patients/clients through that technology's learning curve during a session
How does technology help Ot's stay lifelong learners?
- We have to always stay up to date on new technology advancements to serve our clients better
- But remember technology does not replace therapy but is rather a tool to use
How were the professional context concepts reflected in this message?
These concepts were reflected in the lecture because they were presented in a way that the reader would be able to understand how technology has advanced overtime, as well as how interventions are helpful and used. The concept of AI was also reflected in the lecture, and we can see how this has had an impact on society today
What should society have gotten from this message?
- Technology can break the barrier of accessibility in education, employment, and engagement
- We must find a solution to help the older population use technology easier
How did the Gilbreth family impact this time period?
Lillian Gilbreth made a huge impact on different disability intervention
How does Innovation and rapid information dispersion due to technology and innovation effect OT
Innovation and rapid dispersion of information effects OT due to new advancements in material science and design. OTs, by keeping up with these new technological innovations, can suggest lighter weight and more updated designs for assistive devices.
What must we as OT's do to enhance technology for out clients?
- We have to be the ones to go out of our way to show our clients these advances and help them integrate them into their lives to enhance occupational engagement and indecency and improve quality of life
What were the main themes of this message?
- Technology has always been a part of OT, from early adaptive devices to the now-modern adaptive devices
- Devices continue to become more innovative and provide more independence for clients
- It is important we use interdisciplinary collaboration to continue to grow the use of technology in therapy and to help our patients. Such as engineers, designers and other healthcare professionals
How rapidly did information technology advance?
Technology advanced very rapidly during this time period
What is the ultimate link for person, environment and occupation
The usage and rapid adoption of Technology
Is technology constantly evolving in our profession?
Yes!! Stay up to date frequently!!
What were the key takeaways from this message?
- Technology does not replace therapeutic interventions, rather it enhances occupational performance
- We as the OT must be the ones to explain and show our clients how technology can be used to assist them
- We must continue to be lifetime learners to keep up with new and improving interventions but also make sure these interventions are helpful and not harmful
Did the computer re-shape society?
Yes, the computer helped reshape society. It has helped with efficiency, time-management, and has even made remote work possible in today’s day and age
What should we take away from this?
The reliance of technology is our most fundamental success; OT as a whole is heavily influenced by what technologies we employ, relying on technology as OTs is inseparable to our practice and should be communicated within the field and to the patients and public