Episode Details

In this episode, we will learn about Mark Koch, OTD, OTR/L an occupational therapist and educator whose areas of interest include community-based practice, trauma-informed care, occupational in/justice, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. He received his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Missouri and his post-professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate from Saint Louis University. Prior to his appointment at Cedar Crest College, Dr. Koch was a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas/University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. As an OT educator and scholar, Mark is interested in understanding how relational approaches to teaching and learning can optimize learner inclusion, participation, and socialization to the profession.

Show Key Points:

·      Mark gives us a glimpse of his background and interests

·      He describes his Uncommon OT work and his path

·      He describes what inspired him to do this work

·      He explains how his services benefit others

·      He provides OT practitioners with valuable career advice

·      He provides resources and his contact information

RESOURCES:

Wood, W. (2011). Navigating the shifting sands of occupational therapy: Lessons from wise wayfinders. New Zealand Journal of Occupational Therapy, 58 (1), 14-20.

https://www.cedarcrest.edu/sage/otd/index.shtm

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