254: The Joy and Just Right Challenge for Successful Therapy

First Bite: A Speech Therapy Podcast

English - September 18, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 204 ratings
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Previous Episode: 253: The Importance of Motor and Language Learning for Effective Therapy

Next Episode: 255: Centering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the COMD Profession

Guest: Karen McWaters, MOT, OTR/L - This course will integrate theories and ideas from the previous three courses to dive deep into what we are actually asking our patients to do in sessions. How do we truly analyze the task and work to find the just right challenge to help them grow within their zone of proximal development while also helping them feel successful? Karen and Erin will explore the beautiful tool of joy and play, which can uncover true learning in a child.