Social Emotional Learning Doctoral Capstone

Course Title: Social Emotional Learning Doctoral Capstone Project Overview

Instructor: Sarah Brokus, OTD Candidate (Class of 2023), Drake University

🎓 Course Headline: Dive into the Journey: Exploring Trauma-Informed Care and Social Emotional Learning Through a Doctoral Capstone Lens

Course Description:

Welcome to an immersive exploration of the culmination of my academic journey at Drake University, where I completed a doctoral capstone project focused on Trauma-Informed Care and Social Emotional Learning. This course serves as a window into the process and outcomes of this significant educational milestone. As a third-year Occupational Therapy Doctoral student, I've delved deep into the intricacies of implementing TIC and SEL within a doctoral-level program.

Key Course Highlights:

• Background and Rationale: Understand the genesis and importance of the doctoral capstone project within the Occupational Therapy curriculum.

• Project Execution: Discover where and how the project was carried out, specifically at Drake University's Gregory and Susie Glazer Burt Club.

• Learning Activities and Objectives: Glean insights into the hands-on activities, objectives, and methodologies employed in the capstone project.

• Trauma-Informed Care and Social Emotional Learning: Although this course is not an educational module on TIC or SEL per se, it offers a rich context of how these topics were seamlessly integrated into the capstone work.

Course Structure:

📘 Module Overview:

• Introduction to Doctoral Capstones: An introduction to the purpose and significance of doctoral capstone projects in the field of Occupational Therapy.

• Project Initiation: The conceptualization and early planning stages of the project, highlighting initial challenges and objectives.

• Implementation and Action: A detailed account of how the project was carried out, including the roles of stakeholders, and the strategies used to address trauma and foster social emotional learning.

• Reflection and Evaluation: An analysis of the outcomes, reflections on lessons learned, and suggestions for future projects.

Intended Audience:

This course is tailored for current Occupational Therapy students or those interested in the field, as well as seasoned professionals who seek to understand the intricacies and benefits of incorporating TIC and SEL within a doctoral-level program. It is perfect for anyone curious about the practical application of academic theory in real-world settings.

Takeaways:

By the end of this course, you will have gained valuable insights into the process of completing a capstone project as an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student and how to effectively integrate TIC and SEL within such programs. You'll also be equipped with knowledge on how to approach similar projects in your academic or professional journey.

Note: This course does not fulfill CEU requirements but is an enlightening resource for those interested in the intersection of Trauma-Informed Care, Social Emotional Learning, and Occupational Therapy education at the doctoral level.

Join me on this enlightening journey through my capstone project and discover how we can collectively enhance our approach to teaching and healing through a trauma-informed and socially emotional lens. 🌱