Date of Completion

2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Keywords

Online Education, Occupational Therapy

Abstract

The research conducted by Occupational Therapy students at De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute focused on examining the impact of online education on the readiness of occupational therapy graduates for professional practice. The study employed a qualitative approach, involving interviews and thematic analysis. Objectives were set to assess readiness across various domains, examine the influence of online education on clinical knowledge and skills, and evaluate its impact on professional practice. Purposive sampling ensured representative participants, while pilot testing validated research tools. Procedures included formal invitation, consent collection, standardized interviews, and data coding for thematic analysis. Results revealed themes such as Negative Personal Attributes, Expectations VS. Reality, Positive Outcomes, Barriers to Learning Experiences, Benefits of Online Set-Up, Adequate Skill Level To Perform With Confidence and Improving Their Confidence Level. These themes demonstrated the mixed impact of online education, highlighting both challenges and gains in readiness for professional practice. Discussions underscored the need for a balanced view of online education's effects and its implications for occupational therapy training. Overall, the study emphasized the nuanced relationship between online education and occupational therapy graduates' preparedness for real-world practice.

First Advisor

Maria Luisa S. Valenzuela

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