Online OT -- for Real!

The webinar is sponsored by PresenceLearning, the leading provider of live online speech and occupational therapy for K-12 school districts. Our web-based approach to live online speech therapy is highly effective and affordable. We are delivering 120,000 sessions this year that are individualized, curriculum-relevant and evidence-based using our nationwide network of SLPs and OTs.

From this webinar, participants will:

1. Understand the factors to consider for an online delivery model for OT.
2. Identify selection criteria for students who would be most likely to benefit from online occupational therapy.
3. Cite real world examples of common IEP goals and student outcomes in online OT cases.

Our Presenters

Dr. Rondalyn Whitney, PhD, OT/L, is an assistant professor of occupation therapy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was previously the senior research coordinator at Kennedy Krieger Institute, where her work focused on social skills intervention for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Dr. Whitney is the author of several books, including Bridging the Gap and A Writer's Tool Kit. Throughout her career, the focus of her research has largely been related to family quality-of-life when raising a child with a disability. Dr. Whitney holds a PhD in international health sciences from Trident University, an MOT in occupational therapy from Samuel Merritt University, and a B.A. in psychology from Marshall University.

Robyn Chu, MOT, OTR/L, has an undergraduate degree in psychology with a biological emphasis from the University of California at Davis and a master's degree in occupational therapy from Samuel Merritt College in Oakland, CA. Her professional experience includes Shriners Hospital in Sacramento and the El Dorado County Office of Education as an Occupational Therapist and Lead Occupational Therapist. Robyn completed both the Level 1 and 2 intensive mentorship programs through the Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation in Colorado and has been successfully treating SPD for the last three years using the techniques and research taught through the SPD Foundation.

Title: Online OT-For Real! Real Kids. Real Goals. Real Results.

Date: Wednesday, June 19th

Time: 4 - 5 PM ET (1 - 2 PM PT)

Cost: No Charge

Abstract:

Demand for OT in school settings is growing due to increases in cases of learning disabilities, sensory processing disorder (SPD) and autism combined with the rigors of the Common Core Standards. SPED administrators are trying—and seeing success with—new service delivery options, including using online therapists. For online OT, how can SPED administrators go about selecting students who will see good results with this model? Which delivery models work best for specific student goals? How can a blended model of online and onsite delivery improve quality of service, outcomes and compliance? Join a national audience of special education directors for a free one hour webinar as we answer these important questions and more.

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