Research Guides: Fieldwork Educator Resources (OTA): Open Access & OER

Open Access Journals

OJOTE: The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy
The mission of The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT) is to publish high quality articles that focus on applied research, practice, and education in the occupational therapy profession. OJOT is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal with quarterly publications. Peer-review is completed by members of the OJOT Editorial Review Board, who are selected through an application process assessing the individual’s experience and areas of specialty in practice, education, and/or research.

This is not a comprehensive list, but rather just a few examples. To search for more OER content, visit our FIND OER page.

Age-Related Visual Impairment Manual [Copyrighted; Access Available via Pressbooks}
Reference guide for occupational therapy students or practitioners who are wanting to learn about occupational therapy and vision rehabilitation for those with age-related visual impairments. Includes interactive H5P activities to help explain concepts.
Diversity Exchange [CC BY-NC-SA]
Online library to house photos that depict therapists and patients from diverse backgrounds performing physiotherapy skills and engaging in healthcare-related activities.
Occupational Therapy Skills for Physical Dysfunction [CC BY-NC-SA]
This resource is built around the skills taught in the physical dysfunction course sequence of Salt Lake Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Includes many videos.
Creative Clinical Teaching in the Health Professions [CC BY-NC-SA]
This peer reviewed e-book for nurses and other health professionals who strive to teach with creativity and excellence in clinical settings.
Occupational Therapy: Assistive Devices After Hip/knee Surgery [CC BY]
This informational "handout" is for occupational therapists and therapy students to use with orthopedic patients who are undergoing total hip or knee surgery. Includes video demonstrations.