Document Type
Presentation
Publication Date
Spring 4-25-2025
Faculty Mentor
Scott Hutchison
Abstract
This capstone project developed educational materials on occupational therapy’s role in oncology rehabilitation for first-year OT students at an accredited program. The deliverables included a lecture and lab session, guided by the constructivism theory and 5 Es educational model, to integrate foundational oncology content into early curricula. By addressing this gap, the project aims to better prepare future OTs to serve cancer survivors. Goals included enhancing students’ knowledge of oncology’s continuum of care and improving clinical reasoning during evaluations. Students completed a Pre-Quiz (testing general oncology/pathophysiology knowledge), Post-Quiz (lecture-specific questions), and Post-Survey (34 respondents). Results showed strong comprehension, with one Post-Quiz question answered correctly by all 53 students. Feedback highlighted strengths like the "Choose Your Own Adventure" case study, documentation assignment structure, and clear lecture/lab flow. Weaknesses included technical issues with PollEverywhere, insufficient time to review evaluation Q&A, and a lack of intervention-focused lab discussion. Future recommendations include expanding the lecture to a two-hour Musculoskeletal II block and involving physical therapy student to foster interdisciplinary learning in oncology rehabilitation.
Recommended Citation
Latimer, Erin L., "Empowering Future Practitioners: Using Constructivist Learning Strategies to Teach Occupational Therapy’s Role in Oncology Rehabilitation" (2025). Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate - Doctoral Capstone Symposium. 90.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/muscotd-elotd/90