Have you ever wondered how vestibular challenges might be impacting your students’ ability to succeed in the classroom? 

In this episode, Dr. Annie Baltazar Mori and Dr. Jennifer Petersen join us to unpack the powerful connection between the vestibular and proprioceptive systems, sharing insights that can transform your approach to these often-overlooked issues. Vestibular disorders are frequently at the root of classroom challenges, affecting everything from focus to motor coordination. Our guests will guide us on how to help students improve not only their physical skills but also their confidence and self-esteem.

Tune in as Dr. Baltazar Mori and Dr. Petersen walk us through the latest research, share their clinical expertise, and offer practical strategies to help our students reach their full potential!

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will understand how the vestibular and proprioceptive systems interact
  
  
• Learners will identify at least 2 standardized assessment tools they can use to evaluate vestibular function in their students
  
  
• Learners will identify effective intervention strategies for vestibular disorders
  
  
• Learners will identify key strategies for educating teachers and others on recognizing vestibular challenges and embedding sensory-based interventions.

Visit pearsonassessments.com/OTResources to explore assessments designed with your clinical reasoning in mind. 

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