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Mentored Practice in AOTA Fellowship Programs: An Exploratory Phenomenological Study
Get PDFAmerican Occupational Therapy Association fellowship programs are an emerging post-professional educational opportunity aimed at developing practitioners in specialized areas of occupational therapy practice. Mentored practice is a critical and substantial component of fellowship programs; however, the experiences of mentors and fellows have not been well described in the literature. The purpose of this study was to describe the mentored practice experience from the perspectives of the fellow and mentor. This study sought to understand the perceived influence mentored practice may have on the advancement of skills and knowledge in specialty practice areas of occupational therapy. A qualitative exploratory phenomenological design was used to understand the fellowship experience. Four fellows and eight mentors from three American Occupational Therapy Association-accredited fellowship programs at a single institution participated in semi-structured interviews and provided an in-depth understanding of the mentored practice experience. Interview data was coded and analyzed for themes. Key themes emerged related to the mentoring experience, mentoring relationship, and the perceived influence of mentoring on skill and knowledge development. The mentoring experience in fellowship programs was consistently reported as beneficial by both mentors and fellows, particularly in conjunction with fellowship program learning activities. Findings suggested fellows perceive mentoring as having a positive influence on the development of skills and knowledge. Results suggested a need for improved mentor training and support as well as continued exploration of best practices for supporting the unique needs of the post-professional learner, specifically in assessment methods and feedback delivery
Evaluation Of Effects Of UV radiation On Microbes In Natural Waters
No full textABSTRACT
A. INTRODUCTION
Antibiotic resistance has been a major factor in emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases and UV treatment has been detected to denature microbial protein and halting replication. However further research is imperative in this area.
A.1. Purpose:
This research is poised towards detecting if bacteria survival after UV treatment is because of resistance influenced by the UV which affects the composition of the organism to be resistant to antibiotics.
B. Methods
Water samples were collected across 7 different areas across Richmond, KY with distilled as control and each sample treated with UV. Turbidity test done. Idexx colilert was added and poured in quanti-trays and incubated. Specie identification and susceptibility testing will be done. Data analysis is done to derive meaningful results.
30 plastic bottles while in Nigeria were exposed to sun for different days and sent to the US.
C. RESULTS
The control showed no growth. Other samples showed varying growth of coliforms and E.coli.
Work is still ongoing to get the remainder of the results.
Discussion/Conclusion: A conclusion is yet to be reached until the research is completed
An Evaluation of Neurologic Declination on Wellness and Quality of Life
No full textStudies suggest that neurologic declination has a negative impact on a person\u27s wellness and quality of life. The neurologic system is the control center in the body where signals are sent and received through the brian, spinal cord, and nerves. These signals consist of both voluntary and involuntary functions throughout the central and peripheral nervous system. This poster seeks to conduct a review of recent, peer reviewed articles relating to neurologic declination and how to prevent or prolong these declines of mental acuity, memory, and more. Methods: A keyword search will be done using EKU Libraries EBSCOHost search engine and Google Scholar. Results: The results will help to show the evidence for how to best prevent injury to and optimize the neurologic system. Discussion: By highlighting evidence related to cognitive function and well-being, this poster can be used to help inform evidence-based practice for protecting the neurological system
ADA Compliant Playgrounds Aren’t Enough
No full textADA Compliant Playgrounds Aren’t Enough
Is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant enough when it comes to our public and city parks? Parks are to be ADA compliant but that just means the equipment must be accessible to those in wheelchairs. After researching the accessibility of our city, state, and public playgrounds in Lexington Ky I was surprised to find not one has a fully inclusive playground for those with disabilities. Lexington is the 60th most populous city in the United States and families should not have to travel to surrounding areas for our disabled youth to experience inclusion. The nearest fully inclusive playground is in Richmond Ky, a minimum 30-minute drive. Our playgrounds need to be welcoming to people of all different abilities to enjoy and experience play. Stimulating play is needed for the development in out children so making it possible for every child should be priority
Understanding Assistive Technology
No full textTechnological advancement has broadened the educational benefits for students with disabilities, increasing accessibility in inclusive settings. The technological aids are commonly referred to as assistive technology, which are any technological items that assist individuals with disabilities. While AT service is a major contributor to academic success and research shows the positive effects of AT, it is frequently underutilized in educational institutions. Understanding the necessity of AT knowledge and practice, we examined college students’ perspectives toward AT and knowledge for implementing AT service. We visited eight sessions of Introduction to Special Education courses at the beginning of fall 2023 semester. A total of 216 EKU students participated in the survey. The results showed the low level of knowledge and some misconceptions surrounding AT service (e.g., “AT devices would give students with disabilities unfair advantages”). College students who have experience with disabilities (e.g., myself, family members, classmates, etc.) demonstrated more positive perspectives compared to those without experience
Death and Drugs: Exploring Grief and Addiction Among College Students
No full textGrief and addiction are typically associated with death and drugs. However, there are many types of non-death losses and behavioral addictions that are overlooked in society. These factors affect everyone, often at many points in their lifetime. College students are at particular risk for grief and addiction, as many changes are occuring in their environment during these years. This research aims to explore how grief and addiction impact college students. The main hypothesis is that grief and addiction are positively correlated. To achieve this, a survey was distributed to a randomized sample of 1,500 Eastern Kentucky University students. From the responses, over half of students reported significant non-death losses and behavioral addictions, which displays the influence of these events. Furthermore, there was a moderate correlation between the highest addiction scores and the grief severity. In all, this research supports the idea that grief and addiction can amplify each other. More awareness should be brought to these topics to support those who are struggling. No one should feel alone in their battles
Human Resources Internship Experience
Get PDFMy internship took place from May 2023 to August 2023. I was an intern for the HR Department at Aramark in EKU Dining. I was under the direct supervision of Alexis O’Bannon, who is the HR Director of Aramark at EKU Dining.
I was responsible for safety compliance, staying up to date with state and federal employment postings, helping with payroll services, sitting in on conflict resolution, aiding in staffing/hiring efforts, and employee engagement
Gen Z and the Changing Workforce
Get PDFStudents often belong to a different generation than their teachers and future coworkers. These generational differences shape teaching, learning, and employability. This paper describes communication and learning preferences associated with generations. An appreciation of generational differences may reduce negative stereotypes, enhance outcomes, and promote intergenerational communication, collaboration, and learning
Digital Literacy in the Age of Virtual Reality: Lessons from a Digitally Infused Pilot in a First-Year Undergraduate Research Seminar Course
Get PDFBecause Virtual Reality (VR) is becoming widely used across many sectors of society, it is imperative that we prepare students for the next level of digital literacy skills necessary in a virtual workspace/place. Lessons from the infusion of VR technology into the first-year research program will be shared
Earning More Than a Degree: How Students Use Audits to Evaluate Digital Certifications and Badges
Get PDFDigital certifications, badges and other micro-credentials or evidence of professional development have gained a greater focus in workplace settings. This article discusses how two graduate courses incorporated audits to guide students in selecting appropriate micro-credentials to help them be more marketable