Ron,

Could you give us some examples of what kinds of things you teach them in your current (nonTBL) class?  Can you share some of your learning objectives?  That might help us better understand your learning goals for the students and how they can be accomplished with TBL or converted into TBL activities.

Best,
Vanessa


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Subject: Backward Design in a Theory Class?

I'm attempting to "convert" a theory class into TBL but I'm having trouble answering the question, "What are students who really understand the material doing that shows they get it?"

The class is a theory class on human occupation (occupation = activity people do to take care of themselves, be productive and have fun).   It's the student's first trimester of a 7 trimester occupational therapy program.  The problem is that this is foundational knowledge and I'm sure what students will actually DO with the information.

The will certainly think differently but as far as actually doing something with the knowledge, I'm just not sure.  Any suggestions?

Thanks,

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Ron Carson MHS, OT
Assistant Professor
Adventist University of Health Sciences
671 Winyah Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
407.303.9182