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Member
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March 21, 2023
This course helped deepen my understanding of the KAWA model and how it was developed to be used.
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Natalie
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March 15, 2023
Great to get this overview of the Kawa method!
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Member
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February 23, 2023
I am very much thankful for this presentation. Thank you for creating such a unique model and enlightening perspective regarding humans, our lives & factors, our environments, and the way these are all interconnected. The Kawa Model is a more holistic, expansive, open-minded, bird's-eye guide to working with people from a higher level of consciousness and discovering ways to help them go where they want to go, do what they want to do, and live how they want to live.
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Jenny
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February 22, 2023
The simplicity by which the KAWA model presents how our own stories and our client's stories can be explained to guide effective change for positive and impactful interventions that matter, especially the aspect of flow and that one aspect affects all aspects and are inseparable as context.
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Member
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February 12, 2023
I love this model so much that I used "River" in the title of my new LLC through which I will be providing non-clinical OT services. I plan to refer to this model to guide my practice!
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Kelsey
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December 3, 2022
Loved this course and learning a Model and its differences with the western world. Will like to learn more a out this model.
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Rita
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November 12, 2022
I did appreciate this new model very much. It is so much more natural and personal and community oriented than the scientific model of the West that stresses minutes and money. I see this model with the eyes of a German that I am. The developer of the Kawa model sees himself as a servant leader which is wonderful. It shows humility. As a Christian I would put a cross in the middle of the model. Jesus was "the suffering servant". When we see ourselves as servants everything changes.
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Member
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October 15, 2022
I can apply this to my practice
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Signe
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August 8, 2022
Enlightening thoughts about the original western model of OT having challenges in cross-cultural situations. The Kawa Model appears to bring down the barriers using a metaphor of life is like a river. Very identifiable.
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kathy
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August 4, 2022
It was helpful to read the different perspective of Japanese culture and Western culture as it related to defining OT. Being able to define OT is an ongoing dialogue that happens when defining how OT is applicable as a model of care plus adding the dimension of cultural differences .
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Karen
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June 27, 2022
Its an area I am not familiar with but very interested in
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Erika
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June 25, 2022
I enjoyed the simplicity of this course. It was easy to understand. I enjoyed the 20 question format
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Kelsey
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June 23, 2022
This course was well laid out, making it easy to read and follow along with.
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Two Foxes
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April 12, 2022
This is some of the most important work being done in our profession!
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Member
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April 10, 2022
Important model to learn about for working with diverse populations.
by
Member
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March 31, 2022
This course inspired me and motivates me to enjoy the field of OT. What stands out the most is the developers definition of OT.
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Erica
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March 18, 2022
It was retainable information and interesting.
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Member
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February 22, 2022
Really appreciate having cross-cultural perspectives
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Donna
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February 7, 2022
What a relief to have this model - it makes so much sense, is so useful!
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Amy
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February 3, 2022
I really enjoyed this article. I've never heard of this model but it resonates with me. Thank you.
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Deanna
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January 18, 2022
Great insight into a different perspective than we can experience here in the US. Thank you for putting all this information together to help others understand the vast differences around the world.
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Rachel
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January 10, 2022
Very thought provoking
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Megan
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January 9, 2022
Interesting to hear the background on Kawa
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Laurie
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December 30, 2021
Interesting new perspective
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Cherry
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December 27, 2021
Another perspective to look into patients
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Deborah
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November 25, 2021
This course was only in written format.
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Member
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November 8, 2021
Nice pictures for demonstration
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shontia
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August 11, 2021
Clear content
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Member
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June 23, 2021
Graphic explanations
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cindy
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June 1, 2021
simple pictures with minimal words
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Member
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May 30, 2021
Such an interesting concept. I will be seeking additional information on this framework.
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Audrey
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May 22, 2021
Interesting how OT can be described as the River Metaphor and to help guide OT's interventions.
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Polly
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May 16, 2021
I didn’t appreciate the criticism of how he thought “western” occupational therapy started. As I read his explanation of the Kawa model, I thought to myself, that is what I do everyday for my patients, affluent or poor.
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Andrea
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May 12, 2021
I really enjoyed learning more about the Kawa Model as well as Michael Iwama, and I found this article to be very thought-provoking. I would definitely recommend reading it!
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Deborah
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May 8, 2021
I absolutely love the Kawa model!! The natural flow of the simple yet descriptive components, present comforting and and understated solutions to tackling positive, negative, challenges and tragedies in life. the solutions or methods, surrounded in a cloak of nature can dispell the stigma of getting help, and make things so easily understood.
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Kelly
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April 29, 2021
This model is absolutely fantastic. I love the statement regarding Occupational Therapy is a promise to engage in activities and processes that matter. What an exceptional life. Thank you so much for sharing.
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Amy
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April 28, 2021
Enjoyed reading about how Kawa method was established.
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Joelene
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April 18, 2021
The examples on how to start conversation or ask questions for each step in the model process helped drive the points across a lot more clear and concise
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Member
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April 13, 2021
I already knew about the topic of KAWA and found it interesting since its been 10 years since last studying it.
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Jennifer
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April 11, 2021
It was organized well and easy to understand.
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Member
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April 5, 2021
Wonderful course and illustrations
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Laryssa
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April 3, 2021
To the point, very informative of the history, the journey, how to use in practice, as well as the hopes. Will definitely be using this model in practice.
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Member
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March 19, 2021
It introduced a different relevant perspective
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Kelly
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March 19, 2021
Interesting approach
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Member
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March 18, 2021
Very clear and informative! This model can be used across many different settings from pediatrics to geriatrics.
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chelsea
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March 16, 2021
I enjoyed learning another perspective.
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Alida
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March 15, 2021
Dr. Iwama clearly cares deeply about how occupational therapy can support people dealing with the inevitable disruptions to the flow of their lives. His perspective is useful to help us be open to how others view life and be able to help them in a culturally appropriate strengths-based, person-centered way. His metaphor of a river has been mentioned several times by other therapists and I have meant to explore this model a long time. The visuals helped a lot!
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Linda
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March 14, 2021
It is hard to read a Q& A. I would prefer a video of the person sharing their answers rather than reading them. Just personal preference.
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Member
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March 2, 2021
I loved reading a different point of view. I liked using the river as a metaphor. I can see where this would come into play in everyone’s life. Another tool to use when working with residents.
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Member
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February 9, 2021
It was an opening to allow much better communication with Native American clients, especially as I come into their homes via teletherapy.
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Damien
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January 19, 2021
Helpful
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Michelle
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January 12, 2021
Interesting perspective model that metaphorically uses nature elements as the basis of the model.
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Mary
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January 11, 2021
great concept to help explain OT to clients and help all understand wellbeing journey
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Susan
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January 7, 2021
Provides a lot of 'food for thought'. Inspiring and insightful.
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Member
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January 7, 2021
Very interesting practice frame of reference
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Sandra
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January 5, 2021
Enjoyed learning about a different OT theory model.
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Wanda
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December 24, 2020
Learning different perspectives great!!!
by
Member
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December 16, 2020
Informative
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Member
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December 14, 2020
5 Exam Questions!
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Member
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December 11, 2020
The extensive breakdown of the KAWA model.
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Mona
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December 6, 2020
Very interesting read
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lisa
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December 3, 2020
His excitement
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Member
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December 2, 2020
Interesting theory but I would need more real life practice to feel confident in it.
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Agnes
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November 17, 2020
I've heard him lecture a few times and this text course put everything into better focus. I enjoyed it very much.
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Member
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October 27, 2020
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Sharron
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October 23, 2020
I really enjoyed this course. The KAWA Model has many uses across various settings with various populations.
by
Member
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October 13, 2020
It explained the process of using the kawa method and gave example questions.
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Erin
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September 6, 2020
I LOVE THIS Model and I just needed a little refresher before I use it with a patient next week! Thank you!
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Rebecca
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August 30, 2020
Interesting to learn about OT in other cultures.
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Member
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August 29, 2020
The tone of the article did not feel professional.
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Julia
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August 28, 2020
I had not heard of this theory. Interesting
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Member
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August 23, 2020
Highly intriguing and new information to myself.
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Cydne
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July 30, 2020
A refreshing look at our approach to client centered assessment & treatment.
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Lindsay
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July 25, 2020
I had no knowledge of it prior to taking course
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Member
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July 23, 2020
unique perspective
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Lena
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July 21, 2020
I appreciated the review of the Kawa model, given by the therapist who developed it. This model is easy to understand, and utilize.
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Maria
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July 20, 2020
Very informative and interesting new way to look at OT
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Mary Lane
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July 16, 2020
very interesting, different approach that enriches my approach as an OT
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Member
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July 5, 2020
The Kawa Model is another lense to to be able to emphasize on the harmony between the person and environmental factors.
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Keely
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July 3, 2020
I loved the real world examples used to understand this abstract theory
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Member
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July 1, 2020
Kawa model as a guide for treatment
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Jane
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June 24, 2020
New ideas
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Member
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June 24, 2020
I liked the Q&A format
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Stephanie
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June 23, 2020
Providing another model to allow more effective evaluation and treatment of various clients.
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Lori
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June 22, 2020
Interesting and thought provoking
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Member
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June 15, 2020
Would have been easier to attend to and follow if it had been a video accompanied with text. I found video on YouTube as I wanted to get more of a feel for topic and intent.
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Member
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June 15, 2020
The easy to understand concepts, presented in a way which will make them easy to communicate to others.
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Deborah
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June 11, 2020
Mr Iwama's concept was amazing, I have never been so informed by cultural differences as I have with this article. I will forever view things in a different manner.
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Member
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May 30, 2020
Diagrams, Q and A format
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Member
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May 28, 2020
qualitqative research culminating in a model for practice.
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Anna
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May 28, 2020
Great refresher of the Kawa model
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Adam
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May 28, 2020
Very is to understand because of the way it is explained and presented
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Member
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May 27, 2020
I was not familiar enough with the Kawa model; very informative.
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pj
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May 27, 2020
Great visuals and explanations to make the Kawa model even more relatable.
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Chris
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May 26, 2020
I forgot about the Kawa model since school, it was refreshing.
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Member
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May 25, 2020
interesting
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Member
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May 22, 2020
Fascinating perspective and clear description of the model.
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valery
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May 21, 2020
I enjoyed the visuals
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MONICA
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May 21, 2020
I have such deep respect for Dr. Iwama. I have heard him speak at conferences and have had the pleasure of meeting him on a couple of occasions. He has such a beautifully deep and meaningful perspective of Occupational Therapy. What a privilege to sit under his teachings! The KAWA Model paints an all-inclusive picture of life and how it impacts occupation. I feel this course is a must take for all practitioners. Thank you for sharing, Dr. Iwama!
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Danielle
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May 20, 2020
The clarity of the interview made for an interesting and easy read. I have a better understanding now than I did during school. I have come to appreciate KAWA Model more.
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