2006 Teacher of the Year Award Announced

The American Association for Teachers of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AATAOM) announces Dr. Jake Paul Fratkin 2006 Teacher of the Year

AATAOM awarded Dr. Jake Paul Fratkin their 2006 Teacher of the Year for his excellence and dedication to teaching in the field of acupuncture and Oriental medicine at the annual AAOM awards dinner in Litchfield, Arizona in October.

Some of the criteria used when selecting the recipient of this award include presentation and communication skills, organization of materials, ability to interface with the audience, relevance and applicability of content, and the use of teaching aids (i.e. handouts, overhead projector, Powerpoint presentations, physical demonstrations, etc.).

Dr. Fratkin’s seminars exemplify the work and preparation that goes into delivering information in a clear, concise, effective manner through the use of teaching aids/props, organization of materials, and interfacing with the audience. He is able to deliver the information in an organized way while allowing for questions and discussion at appropriate intervals. He also takes the time to make sure students understand the points and principles being presented. The subject matter is practical and clinically-applicable, with students being able to implement the skills taught immediately in their practices. While demonstrating practical aspects of the presentation, Dr. Fratkin utilizes space and positioning in the room to ensure that all can see what he is doing (without his back being turned to the audience!), and furthermore, that there is understanding of what is happening to the patient as he teaches the skill.

AATAOM recognizes his dedication to the profession of teaching, and his passion for sharing knowledge to improve the quality of practitioners of acupuncture and Oriental medicine.

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