Occupation and the College Student I

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This course introduces the concept of “occupation” as defined by occupational science. Students will learn to describe occupation using specific terminology, including habits, routines, rituals, identity, motivation and individual time use. Students will explore the scientific evidence related to occupation and its influence on wellness, well-being, and health, with a particular focus on post-secondary student occupations. Students will learn strategies that are supported by scientific evidence to organize, plan, and reflect on their post-secondary journey, develop strategies and skills to support the various components of education-related occupations, and explore ways to be successful and healthy. Objective as well as subjective patterns of occupation will be examined. Through reading, class discussions, and activities, students will gain insight into occupational science, develop research and analytical skills, examine the impact of personal lifestyle and activities, and understand the integral role of occupations across the lifespan.