NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

LEARNING STYLES BARSCH

• To gain a better understanding of yourself as a learner

– Visual Learner

– Auditory Learner

– Tactile (Kinesthetic) Learner

• What is your learning style?

• How can you use this information in the OTA program?

Wiltshire-Bridle, M. (n.d.). How To Unlock Your Learning Style. Retrieved June 24, 2017, from http://www.careerfaqs.com.au/courses/study-tips/unlock-your-learning-style

VISUAL LEARNER

• Sit in the first row

•Print off lecture PowerPoints

•Take notes during lecture- add illustrations, color-code

•Create study outlines- diagrams, concept maps

•Use flashcards to study for exams

•Close your eyes to visualize information when studying

S., S. (2015, January 14). Suzy S. Retrieved June 24, 2017, from http://takelessons.com/blog/visual-learning-strategies

AUDITORY LEARNER

• In class sit away from distracting noises

• Close the classroom door

•Be active in class discussions

•Read out loud or sing information

• Study with a peer or group- quiz each other and

discuss important ideas

•Re-listen to lectures on Blackboard

Fleming, G. (n.d.). Are You an Auditory Learner? Retrieved June 24, 2017, from https://www.thoughtco.com/auditory-learning-style-1857081

TACTILE- KINESTHETIC LEARNER

•Be active. Take notes in class

–Bring computer, Ipad, or notebook

•Write and rewrite important concepts several times

• Write or type out your own study guide

• Help with concentration- use a hand fidget, knit, or chew gum

• Walk while reading or studying

• Take movement breaks

NCA Law Notes | NCA Notes & NCA Exam Tutoring. (n.d.). Retrieved June 24, 2017, from https://www.ncanotes.com/

PARTICIPATIVE LEARNING

• Instructors- Learning Facilitators

• Students- Learners

• Lectures- Ask questions

• Labs- hands-on, role-playing, group work

•Cross-campus activities

CLASS PARTICIPATION RUBRIC. (n.d.). Retrieved June 23, 2017, from http://rdamato.weebly.com/class-participation-rubric.html

ACADEMIC RIGOR

Reading Assignments

PapersOral

Presentations

Group Work Quizzes Exams

Expect 3 hours of work outside of class for every 1 hour in class

WITC RESOURCES

•Academic Support Center

–Success strategies, proof reading

•Educational Technology Center

–Blackboard, Word, PowerPoint

•Learning Resource Center

–Online journals and research data bases

WITC RESOURCES

•Accommodations

– Extended time exams, adaptive equipment, etc…

– Disabilities

• Anxiety/depression, ADHD, learning disability etc…

•Counselors

– Help students who have academic difficulty and need some help

– Feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to focus on school

– Need support in coping with a personal problem

PROBABLE STRESSORS

Finances Family LifeFriends/Social

InfluencesReliable

Transportation

Travel NBCOT Exam

$$Work

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TEXTBOOK READABILITY

•Create a reading outline or concept map for each chapter

•Highlight important concepts

• Read the chapter out loud and then listen to it back

• Talk about the chapter with a peer

• Pay attention to graphics and bold words

• Try to answer the questions at the end of the chapter if applicable

7 Ways to Save on College Textbooks and Supplies. (2011, September 02). Retrieved June 25, 2017, from http://www.blackenterprise.com/money/7-ways-to-save-on-college-textbooks-and-supplies/

Use your

learning style

when studying.

EMPLOYMENT DURING THE PROGRAM

• Employment is not

recommended

• If you choose to work set

clear boundaries with

employers

• You should not miss lecture,

labs, or cross campus activities

30 Inspirational & Famous Quotes. (2015, February 24). Retrieved June 25, 2017, from http://www.fromupnorth.com/great-quotes-1168/

CHEMISTRY

•Complete one year of high school or one term of

college-level chemistry with a 2.0 or better

Smith, Jen. (n.d.). Retrieved June 25, 2017, from https://www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us/Page/2157

3+ YEAR PLAN Technical Studies Courses

• Introduction to Occupational Therapy

• Medical and Psychosocial Conditions

• Activity Analysis and Applications

• OT Performance Skills

• Psychosocial Practice

• OT Theory and Practice

• Assistive Technology and Adaptations

• Geriatric Practice

• Community Practice

• Physical Rehabilitation Practice

• Pediatric Practice

• OTA Fieldwork

• OT Practice and Management

• OTA Fieldwork IIA and IIB

General Studies Courses

• English Composition

• Oral/Interpersonal Communication

• General Anatomy and Physiology

• Introduction to Diversity Studies

• Developmental Psychology

• Introduction to Sociology

• Introduction to Psychology

• ELECTIVES 3

WITC CONTACT LIST

Find it here:

http://www.witc.edu/pgmpagescontent/ota/orientation/pdfs/CampusContacts.pdf

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