Social Justice: The Intersection of Disability Identity and Education

Time: 8:30-10:00am

Location: 105

Presenter(s): CarolMichels, EDD, MS, OTR/L; M.ED; ClareStanhope, MS, OTR/L

Content Areas: Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion; Pediatrics - includes: Early Intervention, School-Based Practice, Sensory Integration

Target Audience: Student, Entry-level, Intermediate-level

Course Description: This presentation explores a continuum of disability models, from medical to social, and how using this knowledge may help shape inclusive education and services for all diverse learners. This exploration will facilitate dialogue on how school occupational therapy practitioners can advocate for social justice and expand their practice by reflecting upon, and potentially shifting, their disability perspective.