Dr. Lisa Simmons
Director of Master of Occupational Therapy
Education
- B.S., Occupational Therapy, Tuskegee University
- M.S., Management with a Healthcare Concentration, University of Maryland University College
- OTD, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Interests
- Psychosocial/Behavioral Rehabilitation
- Healthcare Advocacy and Policy
Select Works Published
- Presentation: Successful Use of Group Interview for Fellow Selection
Simmons, L., 2019 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference, 2019
Philosophy
As an educator, I believe it is essential to maximize the potential of all students through the use of multiple instructional techniques, technologies, and support systems. I strongly believe in student-centered instruction by using connectivist and constructivist andragogies to help students make connections and build on prior knowledge and experience. Through a strategic mix of assigned readings, lectures, lab activities, and community-based experiences, I believe students can become competent, skilled, and confident professionals prepared to work as generalists in various clinical practice settings. I believe to be a good educator, one must be willing to be a continuous learner. Through the scholarship of teaching and learning, I will continue to grow personally and support faculty in achieving their goals.
