OTD capstone connections

Mastering Your Final Capstone Submission

This episode breaks down the essential components of submitting your OTD doctoral capstone final proposal, evaluation plan, and student learning contract. Dr. K guides students through effective organization, evaluation measures, and how to make sure you are not delayed.

Navigating IRB Rules for Capstone Projects

This episode covers essential IRB concepts like systematic investigation and generalizable knowledge as they pertain to capstone. Learn how to assess IRB requirements with practical case examples, and scenarios where approval is or isn’t required. We also break down the distinctions between expedited and full IRB reviews to help you manage your project effectively.

Mastering Needs Assessments for Capstone Success

This episode breaks down the essential role of needs assessments in occupational therapy capstone projects. Learn the seven steps of the process, how to overcome common challenges, and how data and literature insights shape impactful initiatives, such as designing a school sensory room. Practical strategies and real-world examples guide listeners in refining their projects for success.

Choosing and Collaborating with Capstone Mentors

This episode breaks down the essentials of finding and working with the right mentor for a capstone project. Learn how mentors contribute to professional growth, strategies for identifying and approaching the right individuals, and tips for fostering productive mentor-mentee relationships. Through examples and practical advice, discover how to maximize this critical partnership for your academic and professional success.

Mastering Literature Reviews for OT Capstones

This episode emphasizes the role of literature reviews in occupational therapy capstone planning - from focusing research questions with PICO/SPIDER to using tools like Zotero and creating evidence summaries. Dr. K shares powerful examples, including capstones addressing rural stroke recovery and fall prevention for older adults, showing how frameworks like P-E-O-P can guide capstone activities.