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Online Hybrid Vs. Face-To-Face Instruction In Applied Ot Theory, Brenda S. Howard
Online Hybrid Vs. Face-To-Face Instruction In Applied Ot Theory, Brenda S. Howard
Journal of Occupational Therapy Education
Minimal evidence exists regarding online education in occupational therapy. This study explored entry-level occupational therapy (OT) student responses to two methods of instruction in an applied OT theory course. The investigator used a retrospective quasi-experimental, nonrandomized comparison group design with mixed methods to compare two cohorts of entry-level OT students. Data included midterm exam, final exam, and cumulative course grades, as well as qualitative data from a final exam essay question. Demographic data and cohort mean grade-point averages were collected at the program level. One cohort received face-to-face instruction, while the other received online hybrid and face-to-face instruction. The face-to-face …