S3 E16: The OT Toolbox: Making Occupational Therapy Resources Accessible for All with Colleen Beck
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01/01/24
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Colleen Beck, OTR/L, has been an Occupational Therapist since 2000. As the creator and author of The OT Toolbox, LLC, she has written thousands of blog posts on occupational therapy, created thousands of accessible resources and tools for therapy professionals, and strived to advocate for the profession as well as those we serve (children, families, educators) on The OT Toolbox social media channels. In this episode, Colleen describes her tailored toolboxes, OT interventions that should be on listeners’ radars, and her favorite blog posts. Listeners even get a sneak preview into a day in the life of Colleen Beck and learn more about how she has built her team over time.
Episode Mentions:
- Elizabeth R. Skidmore (PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, FACRM), Associate Dean for Research, SHRS; Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh
- Weighted Vests and Compression Garments Blog
- American Occupational Therapy Association
Learn More from The OT Toolbox About:
- Zones of Regulation Activities
- Breathing Exercises for Kids
- Becoming a Member of The OT Toolbox
- The OT Therapist Toolbox
- The OT Teacher Toolbox
- The OT Caregiver (Parent) Toolbox
Connect and Learn with Colleen & The OT Toolbox:
- at The OT Toolbox Website
- on Twitter
- on Instagram
- on LinkedIn
- on Threads
- on Facebook
- on Pinterest
- on TikTok
- on YouTube
#theottoolbox #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #ot #therapy #autism #physiotherapy #otstudent #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #sensoryplay #finemotorskills
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
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Erin Patterson is the Director of Education Initiatives with SchoolHouse Connection. In this episode, Erin illuminates what makes SchoolHouse Connection the nation’s leading expert on the early care and education of children and youth experiencing homelessness. Listeners learn how SchoolHouse Connection supports infants, toddlers, and pregnant and expectant parents, along with statistics and consequences children struggle with when experiencing homelessness. Erin inspires through her mission to overcome homelessness through education and works to expand opportunities for the most underserved students – those experiencing homelessness, in foster care, and in the juvenile justice system.
Episode Mentions:
- NPR’s Morning Edition
- Barbara Duffield - Executive Director of SchoolHouse Connection
- The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act
- District Homeless Education Liaisons - Homeless Education Directory
- Homeless Children and Youth Act (H.R. 5221)
- American Rescue Plan
Learn More:
- New Data Show Dramatic Increase in Families and Youth in Homeless Shelters, Even While Dramatically Undercounting Families and Youth Experiencing Homelessness: https://schoolhouseconnection.org/2023-hud-data/
- Infants and Toddlers Experiencing Homelessness: Prevalence and Access to Early Learning Across Twenty States: https://schoolhouseconnection.org/infant-and-toddler-homelessness/
- New Federal Guidance Urges Expediting ARP-HCY Funds. Now What? https://schoolhouseconnection.org/expediting-arp-hcy-funds/
Connect and Learn with Erin & SchoolHouse Connection:
- at SchoolHouse Connection’s website
- on Twitter: SHC & Erin Patterson
- on Instagram: SHC & Erin Patterson
- on LinkedIn: SHC & Erin Patterson
- on Threads: SHC
- on Facebook: SHC
- on TikTok: SHC
- on YouTube: SHC
#schoolhouseconnection #homeless #homelessness #education #community #nonprofit #homelessnessawareness #support #volunteer #helpingothers #endhomelessness #humanity #mentalhealth
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The extraordinary Allison Zmuda and Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs have collaborated to co-create a fresh approach to curriculum design. Allison and Heidi inspire in this episode as they share critical elements of their recently released book, Streamlining Curriculum: Using the Storyboard Approach to Frame Compelling Learning Journeys. Listeners will leave the conversation motivated and with a reenvisioned understanding of streamlining and storyboarding regarding curriculum development.
A big thank you to Allison, Heidi, and ASCD, who are so generous in offering a 25% off PROMO CODE (STREAM25), active 1/2/24–4/2/24, for Streamlining Curriculum: Using the Storyboard Approach to Frame Compelling Learning Journeys via ASCD.org.
Episode Mentions:
- Robert J. Marzano, PhD
- CBS Sunday Morning
- Sample Storyboard (Energy)
- Curriculum Storyboards Website & YouTube Channel
Connect & Learn with Allison
- at her website & Learning Personalized
- on Twitter
- on LinkedIn
- on YouTube (Learning Personalized)
Connect & Learn with Heidi
- at Curriculum 21
- on Twitter
- on Instagram
- on Threads
- on Facebook
- on LinkedIn
- on YouTube (Curriculum 21)
#curriculum #curriculumdesign #streamliningcurriculum #curriculumstoryboards #storyboardapproach #thoughtpartners #allisonzmuda #heidihayesjacobs #ascd #edchat
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