The Thinking Practitioner

Whitney talks with education specialist Patti Shank on what the current research tells us about the most effective methods of learning. In Episode 17 Til and Whitney talked about how massage and manual therapists chart their own path of learning, so here we talk to an education expert to help us figure out more about what makes a good learning experience. Things we cover include:

• Common myths around learning, such as "learning styles"
• What makes a good video lesson?
• What is best done online vs. in the classroom?
• How important is feedback in the learning process?
• Is text better than video or vice versa?
• ...much more

Get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: 

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Resources:

• Follow Patti on Twitter: @pattishank
• website: pattishank.com

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About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

A good question is said to be the first half of knowing, and can make the difference between understanding each other, or operating on our own assumptions. Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe compare notes on some of their favorite questions to ask clients, mentors, and themselves, as well as principles that will help practitioners craft their own good questions. 

Resources mentioned:

• "Favorite question" Facebook post 

Check out the video, show notes, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: 

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Sponsor Offers:

• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking. 
• Handspring Publishing: save 20% by entering “TTP” at checkout at handspringpublishing.com. 

About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

Employers are having a hard time finding therapists to hire. Like workers everywhere, massage and manual therapists' relationship to employment is different than it was a few years ago. Til and Whitney talk with independent clinic and spa owners Drew Freedman and Diane Matkowski about the trials, tribulations, and triumphs involved in this changing landscape, in a conversation that solo practitioners, employed therapists, and employers will all find stimulating and informative. 

Check out the video, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: 

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Resources:

• Drew Freedman's http://bostonbodyworker.com
  
• Diane Matkowski's  http://www.freedommassage.com
• Til's Facebook post mentioned in the episode

Sponsor Offers:

• The Back Jam: 1 body part, 17 amazing teachers, 4 days. Live in May or by recording
• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking. 
• Handspring Publishing: save 20% by entering “TTP” at checkout at handspringpublishing.com. 

About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

Back pain is incredibly common, and it can be incredibly puzzling. Whitney and Til discuss their respective views on causes, types, and effective manual therapy treatment strategies for turning down the volume on back pain. Check out the video, show notes, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: 

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Sponsor Offers:

• The Back Jam: 1 body part, 17 amazing teachers, 4 days. Live in May or by recording. 
• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking. 
• Handspring Publishing: save 20% by entering “TTP” at checkout at handspringpublishing.com. 

About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

What's the reality of combining learning with travel? Whitney talks with Til about his recent  educational retreat in Thailand, his teaching trip to Taiwan, and his upcoming professional continuing education retreats in Puerto Rico, on the Camino de Santiago in Spain, and around the USA. 

Check out the video, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: 

• Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
• Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage

Resources:

• Til's schedule of upcoming retreats and events
• Whitney's schedule of upcoming classes 

Sponsor Offers:

• The Back Jam: 1 body part, 17 amazing teachers, 4 days. Live in May or by recording. 
• Books of Discovery: save 15% by entering "thinking" at checkout on booksofdiscovery.com.
• ABMP: save $24 on new membership at abmp.com/thinking. 
• Handspring Publishing: save 20% by entering “TTP” at checkout at handspringpublishing.com. 

About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: info@thethinkingpractitioner.com

(The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)