This course covers the role of the OTA in the therapeutic use of self in context of roles and performance patterns throughout the lifespan. Students are introduced to the theories related to occupation, Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, activity analysis and grading and adaptation of tasks. Students will learn about group dynamics, group process, learning styles, teaching process, expected roles and student self analysis. Students will practice basic techniques and procedures used in media. Prerequisites: All fall semester first year courses. Corequisites: All spring semester first year courses. (S-first year)