Technology and Innovation in Occupational Therapy

Catalog description

Through lecture and lab, this course provides instruction on the use of technology and its applications to support the inclusive and meaningful participation of individuals with disabilities in all settings. Students apply concepts of assistive technology to design devices and utilize services that provide alternatives for physical and sensory access, communication and learning. Students identify strategies to utilize assistive technology and modify tasks or the environment through the application of universal design principles. Students identify barriers and potential solutions based on various case studies and real-life examples.