Threshold Concepts

Question 1

threshold concepts

Answer 1

a portal opening up a new way of thinking of something new

Question 2

traits of threshold concept

Answer 2

1. transformative
2. irreversible
3. integrative
4. troublesome
5. bounded

Question 3

trait - transformative

Answer 3

transform learners understanding

Question 4

trait - irreversible

Answer 4

new understanding will not be forgotten

Question 5

trait - integrative

Answer 5

display previously hidden interrelatedness

Question 6

trait - troublesome

Answer 6

difficult + challenging to acquire + learn

Question 7

trait - bounded

Answer 7

concepts have boundaries that border on other thresholds

Question 8

OT threshold concept - client centred principles

Answer 8

1. client capable of choice
2. flexibility + individualised approach
3. therapists role as enabler
4. success measured by clients attainment of goals
5. need for contextual congruence
6. client’s readiness to use therapist expertise

Question 9

list OT threshold concepts

Answer 9

• OT frameworks
• critical thinking
• identity as OT
• client centred practice