On July 2 2012 I started work with my new employer, the University of the Sunshine Coast. Other than being in a ridiculously beautiful place (the Sunshine Coast in Queensland) I got the impression that people here were relaxed and easy-going and ready to help a new person to settle in. I have to say …
Author: Anita Hamilton VirtualOT
I challenge and support myself and others to critically reflect, to continually learn and grow and become the best version of themselves.
I do this by:
- designing a creative curriculum that connects theory to practice
- listening to my students and colleagues and respecting their experiences and choices
- continually self-reflecting so that I am self-aware and self-critical
- being organised and prepared so I can be flexible in the moment
- learning with my students and colleagues
- going the extra mile for my students, my colleagues and my employer
- undertaking research that expands my own and others' knowledge
Tapping into technology helps seniors stay sharp | CTVNews
Tapping into technology helps seniors stay sharp | CTVNews Avis Favaro, CTV News Published Sunday, Jun. 24, 2012 9:40PM EDT Last Updated Monday, Jun. 25, 2012 11:56AM EDT Thanks again Mark Jasky for sending me the link to this report!Seniors are crossing the digital divide and tapping into technology now more than ever, according to …
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Video game helps students with fetal alcohol disorder
This is an interesting story by Manisha Krishnan of the Edmonton Journal -Playing video games isn’t often seen as the healthiest pastime for young people, but a new educational game is helping retrain the brains of students with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), a University of Alberta professor says. Jacqueline Pei, a registered psychologist who …
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Mind control: paralysed woman moves robot
A quadriplegic woman uses her mind to command a robotic arm to bring a bottle to her mouth. Vision and narration courtesy Nature. http://media.theage.com.au/selections/mind-control-paralysed-woman-moves-robot-3302188.html
Compude: Your computer on your keychain.
Compude: Your computer on your keychain. Compude is a device that fits on your keychain and allows you to have your personal or office PC anywhere you go. By plugging your Compude device into ANY smart phone, tablet or computer, it becomes the PC you have at home or the office. It is “your computer” …
Too busy for words, but loving it!
At the moment I have lots on my plate in my work, family and study roles. I have finished teaching at the UofA and I am now working with my seven OCCTH 900 students who are busily working on one of the following three options: writing scoping reviews, writing critical literature reviews, or writing up …
Enhancing digital literacy: A role for occupational therapy
This post is one of several that I will post in the coming weeks where I will write about the concept of the digital literacy and discuss why I think occupational therapists have a critical role to play in increasing digital literacy in society. I would like to acknowledge the work of 4 of my …
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Technology to work towards improving hand washing in hospitals
Today on CBC radio I heard this interview and was so impressed by the research and method I wanted to share it with others interested in talking about how technogy is improving healthcare. Here's what is on the CBC radio site:There’s a new tool for tracking the spread of infections and diseases in hospitals. Developed …
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Clinical track specialist educators being replaced by sessional teachers
There is a movement away from hiring Clinical Track teaching staff and will instead favour the employment of focused researchers and sessional teachers. To start, let me make it clear that this is my personal opinion only, and does not in any way reflect the opinion of my employer. I believe that having a core …
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My OT Path
This week we celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day on the 27th October. This is the second time this day has been celebrated and is part of the wider celebration around the globe for OT Month.I have been reflecting recently on why I became an occupational therapist and why I remain so.It all started for me …
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