The focus of this first blog is to develop an understanding of Information Technology (IT) and the ethical issues around technology.
Information technology is the process and management of information using computers or software (WorldiQ, 2010). This definiton helps broaden my undrestanding of IT as it helped me realise that Information techology can come in all forms of software e.g: cellphones, ipods, laptops.
This then leads me to the point of how IT has become so prevalent in today's society. In today's society Information technology has become such a huge part of people's daily life and some depend on this techology to carry out everyday life. Facebook is a clear example of an extremely popular social network service being used by thousands of individuals across the world. This is an interesting link i would like to share with you that I found recently on youtube. This link reinforces how today's society heavily relies on the internet as well as other forms of software for numerous reasons. In this clip it shows students expressing their reality whilst studying, check it out it is very interesting : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGCJ46vyR9o
For myself personally I am not overly confident in using IT (especially not IT that is new to me). However, one type of IT i feel confident with is my cellphone. I believe I have the confidence to use this because it has almost become second nature to me (just like a majority of teenagers these days). We as teens rely on cellphones as a networking tool to keep in contact with friends,family but also for other reasons as well such as: record videos, take photographs. I think that knowledge and practice with using IT really helps build confidence in using it.
Information technology is being used everyday in Occupational therapy practice for both rehabilitation as well as a source to file client notes electronically on a computer systems. However, there are also issues around OT's adoption of IT systems and tools. If an OT sets up a computer game as a form of rehabilitation there are issues that follow with this such as the risk of that client getting addicted. It is important that the OT also protects the client's identity and privacy whilst recording any client notes.
Vidieo gaming such as Wii is an example of Information technology being used by Occupational therapists as a type of rehabilitation for their client's. This game not only involves people mentally but also physically as well. I observed this tool being used very successfuly in one of my longitudinal placements in my first year of this course. I observed one of the clients at this setting playing a game of ping pong using this technology. It amazed me how you could obtain so much information regarding the clients occupational status and abilities and also use it as a tool of rehabilitation for the client. I think it is extremely important for OT's to be aware and understand the IT available in society today as technology is always developing. It is essential that OT's keep up with this fast moving technology in order to provide the best treatment for clients and know the resources available. Here is is another interesting youtube link i have found which reinforces the importance of IT in Occupational Therapy practice: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAdEOXD9Tvk&feature=related
There are numerous implications that arise from capturing, sharing and transferring information via IT devices or systems. As an OT it is important to always consider your client's safety whilst undertaking treatment with them. Their is also the risk of loss of identity and privacy whilst working with IT devices and systems.
Intellectual property can be defined as :"A broad categorical description for the set of intangibles owned and legally protected by a company from outside use or implementation without consent. Intellectual property can consist of patents, trade secrets, copyrights and trademarks, or simply ideas" (Investopedia, 2011).
My understanding of Intellectual property is about ownership of a persons thoughts and feelings towards something. In relation of IT and OT: When OT's write client notes about a client it is entered into a hospital data base system in which it is intellectual property of the hospital DHB. When the OT writes these notes they are signed with their designation as well as the date they have been written.
Social justice is about treating all people equally regardless their gender, race and ethnicity (Bussiness Dictionary, 2011).
My understanding of social justice is about not judging people. As an Occupational therapist when we deal with client's using forms of technology it is important for us to not judge people by their race, age or gender and treat them equally.
Information technology is being used everyday in Occupational therapy practice for both rehabilitation as well as a source to file client notes electronically on a computer systems. However, there are also issues around OT's adoption of IT systems and tools. If an OT sets up a computer game as a form of rehabilitation there are issues that follow with this such as the risk of that client getting addicted. It is important that the OT also protects the client's identity and privacy whilst recording any client notes.
Vidieo gaming such as Wii is an example of Information technology being used by Occupational therapists as a type of rehabilitation for their client's. This game not only involves people mentally but also physically as well. I observed this tool being used very successfuly in one of my longitudinal placements in my first year of this course. I observed one of the clients at this setting playing a game of ping pong using this technology. It amazed me how you could obtain so much information regarding the clients occupational status and abilities and also use it as a tool of rehabilitation for the client. I think it is extremely important for OT's to be aware and understand the IT available in society today as technology is always developing. It is essential that OT's keep up with this fast moving technology in order to provide the best treatment for clients and know the resources available. Here is is another interesting youtube link i have found which reinforces the importance of IT in Occupational Therapy practice: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAdEOXD9Tvk&feature=related
There are numerous implications that arise from capturing, sharing and transferring information via IT devices or systems. As an OT it is important to always consider your client's safety whilst undertaking treatment with them. Their is also the risk of loss of identity and privacy whilst working with IT devices and systems.
Intellectual property can be defined as :"A broad categorical description for the set of intangibles owned and legally protected by a company from outside use or implementation without consent. Intellectual property can consist of patents, trade secrets, copyrights and trademarks, or simply ideas" (Investopedia, 2011).
My understanding of Intellectual property is about ownership of a persons thoughts and feelings towards something. In relation of IT and OT: When OT's write client notes about a client it is entered into a hospital data base system in which it is intellectual property of the hospital DHB. When the OT writes these notes they are signed with their designation as well as the date they have been written.
Social justice is about treating all people equally regardless their gender, race and ethnicity (Bussiness Dictionary, 2011).
My understanding of social justice is about not judging people. As an Occupational therapist when we deal with client's using forms of technology it is important for us to not judge people by their race, age or gender and treat them equally.
Informed consent is a legal procedure which can be in the form of verbal or wrritten. Having informed consent allows action to be taken. When working in the OT field using technology such as: cameras to record client progress it is vital to ask for informed consent.
Reference list:Bussiness Dictionary. (2011). Social justice. Retrived, February, 16, 2011 from: http:www.bussinessdictonary.com/definition/social-justice.html
Investopedia. (2011). Intellectual property. Retrieved March, 6, 2011 from:
WorldiQ. (2010). Information technology - Definition. Retrieved: February 22. 2011 from: http://www.worldiq.com/definition/Information_technology
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