Scope - Key teaching and goal identified; appropriately applied to client/group throughout TCA
5 Exceptional Response is focused and compelling. Details are richly presented in a purposeful and concise way.
4 Proficient Clearly presented and purposeful response; details could be enriched and more compelling
3 Basic Clear response that may lack supporting details; may contain unnecessary distracting, and/or superfluous content.
2 Limited Response is somewhat clear. Some information does not support the central theme, is limited, and/or inconsequential.
0 Not Demonstrated Topic is not answered, or response is unclear and/or without purpose. And/or the response has been plagiarized.
Feedback on Scope
Very clear presenting your goal, to key teach Balasana as a calming to the mind pose to be integrated into your clients sleep routine.
Comprehension of Core Concepts - Demonstrates a clear understanding of concepts from the training and IY with the integration of critical thinking skills in goal and implementation.
5 Exceptional The response is complex, accurate, comprehensive, & showing breadth and depth of information; relationships are described and conclusions drawn.
4 Proficient The response identified relationships between concepts, there is some breadth of information, and minor adjustments may be needed
3 Basic The response presents some accurate information about the concepts, but the response is incomplete and there are some inaccuracies.
2 Limited The response addresses the assigned task but provides no accurate information about the concepts.
0 Not Demonstrated The response does not address the assigned task.
Feedback on Comprehension of Core Concepts
With implementing Balansa using bolsters and blankets seems critical with connecting your client to feel supported after having lost his wife.
Analysis of Key Issues - Shows consideration of specific client/group, IY, core training, and Yoga Therapy.
5 Exceptional The analysis is well reasoned, logical sequence and rational; Thoughtful and convincing response clearly demonstrates depth of topic knowledge
4 Proficient Response is well reasoned, logically sequenced, and rational. Although knowledge is demonstrated, the response may not be fully convincing
3 Basic Response is mostly reasoned, logically sequenced, and rational. Depth of analysis and/or organization and/or topic knowledge may be lacking.
2 Limited Response is unconvincing and/or disorganized; Response demonstrates an insufficient analysis and/or topic knowledge is not demonstrated.
0 Not Demonstrated Analysis is not attempted, or the response fails to demonstrate effort or address the central topic.
Analysis of Key Issues Feedback
You carefully took into consideration your client's relevant details on his history and background.
Application Key teaching and goal are clearly and appropriately addressed in plan and follow up.
5 Exceptional The response shows evidence of the ability to apply skills; the response is complete and shows proficiency in the skill.
4 Proficient The response shows evidence of the ability to apply skills; the response is mostly complete but may have some gaps
3 Basic The response shows some evidence of the ability to apply skills. The response may have inaccuracies or be incomplete.
2 Limited The response shows little evidence of the ability to apply skills.
0 Not Demonstrated The response shows no ability to apply skills.
Application of Key Teaching Feedback
Applying your key teaching of Balasana for calming the mind and stress reducing was clearly explained. I would recommend you consider adding calming pranayama breathing before and or during the practice in your next sessions with him and not wait for a few months to pass. Also not sure how you transitioned him out but would recommend him coming out of the asana very slowly and mindfully- as to not lift the head so fast- as slow as molasses and to keep the head chin tucked slightly down and eye closed up until the very last moment coming out of the pose. that is how he will get the most benefit out of the pose.
Relevance and Accuracy - Justifies methods and application.
5 Exceptional Points / assertions are supported by relevant research and references.
4 Proficient Supporting points are made but research with greater relevance could be integrated
3 Basic Supporting evidence is not relevant, recent or from questionable sources.
2 Limited Lacks necessary support for points.
0 Not Demonstrated No references to support points made.
Relevance and Accuracy Feedback
Not much research explained behind the sourced beginner manual. I recommend you might want to dig deeper into other sources for Balansa just to explore further ideas in application.
Integration and Originality - Exhibits critical thinking and individualized approach to TCA. Shows a difference between Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist approach.
5 Exceptional Demonstrates critical thinking about the topic and own interpretations. The reasoning is not merely presented but interpreted and applied to core concept.
4 Proficient Demonstrates critical thinking about the topic and own interpretations. The reasoning is presented but could be better interpreted and applied to core concept.
3 Basic Lacks some critical thinking about the topic and own interpretations. The reasoning may not be presented and could be better interpreted and applied to the core concept
2 Limited Lack critical thinking about the topic and the interpretations. The reasoning is not interpreted or applied to core concept.
0 Not Demonstrated No critical thinking about the topic and the interpretations. The reasoning is not interpreted or applied to core concept.
Integration and Originality Feedback
Your simple approach to such a beautiful asana was a great idea! I like how you explained being open to different ways to get clients into Balasana even if a client doesn't have access to props.
Observations, Recommendations, Alternative Solutions - Reveals significant reflection and understanding of population and key teaching. Displays ability to adapt, adjust, accommodate.
5 Exceptional Well-reasoned, logical, relevant observations and recommendations on effective solutions to most of the problems/issues. Alternatives are discussed and cover all areas of evaluation.
4 Proficient Solid, well-thought out observations and recommendations on effective solutions to many of the problems/issues. Alternatives are discussed with some methods to evaluate.
3 Basic Shallow observations and recommendations on effective solutions to some of the problems/issues. Alternatives are mentioned with a method to evaluate.
2 Limited Superficial observations and recommendations on effective solutions to a few of the problems/issues. One alternative is mentioned with an evaluation method.
0 Not Demonstrated No alternatives are given and/or no evaluation method given.
Observations, Recommendations, Alternative Solutions Feedback
At first I was concerned about you setting your client up in Balasana with Osteoarthritis. I would normally choose an extension or supported heart opener but when you mentioned he is not kyphotic I thought Ok this will work with props. Being overwhelmed and over worked Balasana was a great choice for him. Great job! I'm sure he loved every minute. I would recommend you follow up after a month with a supported heart opener with pranayama.
Writing Skills and Professional Presentation - TCA is presented in professional manner.
5 Exceptional Writing is totally free of grammar and spelling errors. Clear, concise, and creative presentation of ideas and properly referenced.
4 Proficient Competent There are few spelling or grammatical errors. Most ideas are clearly presented, and references are used.
3 Basic There are spelling or grammatical errors. Some ideas are clearly presented. References are sporadic or not used.
2 Limited There are many spelling errors and grammatical mistakes. Ideas are hard to follow. References are not used.
0 Not Demonstrated The paper is illegible and incomprehensible.
Writing Skills and Professional Presentation Feedback
Simple, concise and to the point. I know it must be so hard to have a word number constraint. Well done!
