Human Development,For your course project, you will explore an area of human lifespan development of your choosing. You may select a topic that applies to your professional goals, or one that is simply of interest to you.
Course Project: Topic on late adulthood
ATTENTION: FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS AND WRITE THIS PAPER USING THE FOLLOWING !!!!
(TOPIC is family relationships and psychosocial development in late adulthood.)(AREA OF LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT is Moral development)( STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT is late adulthood) AND (THEORY is continuity ). ALSO SCORING GUIDE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS !!!!
• Human Development
For your course project, you will explore an area of human lifespan development of your choosing. You may select a topic that applies to your professional goals, or one that is simply of interest to you. You have two options for the format of your project:
• Option A: Research-based examination of an area of human development, application of developmental theory to a topic, examination of research findings and methods, and application of findings in a professional setting.
Requirements
Option A
Select an area of lifespan development you are interested in researching:
• Language development.
• Cognitive development.
• Psychosocial development.
• Moral development.
Select a stage of development you wish to focus on (infancy, early childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, and so on).
Now, consider a topic to examine. Some examples include:
• Prenatal exposure to drugs and the effects on language development in infancy.
• The effects of autism on attachment in adult relationships.
• The role of peer groups in psychosocial development in middle childhood.
• The effects of cyber bullying on psychosocial development in adolescence.
• The effects of exposure to violence at school on moral development in adolescence.
• The effects of family addictions on identity stability in young adulthood.
• The effects of PTSD on cognitive development in middle adulthood.
• Family relationships and psychosocial development in late adulthood.
These are only examples.
• The next step is to review the prominent theories associated with the area of development and choose at least one theory to investigate. Major relevant theories include Piaget’s cognitive development, Kohlberg’s or Gilligan’s theory of moral development, Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development, Chomsky’s nativist theory of language development, and so forth. Other theories of development may also be used. For example, you may want to use continuity theory (a theory within psychosocial theory) for a topic on late adulthood.
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use the library to locate recent research articles on the topic. You should locate at least three scholarly research articles. You should also feel free to search Internet sites for case study examples or video clips on the topic. However, the majority of the resources you use must be scholarly research.
• Describe your topic and include background information. Include information on the theory you are applying.
• Describe the types of research conducted on the topic (from your research articles) and summarize the findings. Are there any flaws in the research? How does the theory you selected apply to the topic, and how do the research findings support or challenge the theory? How do the findings influence personal behaviors and values? How can you apply the findings in a professional setting?
• Collect and analyze the results of a survey. You can use a free survey site or have people fill out the survey on paper. Once you have collected the results, you will report which answers received the most responses (look at the means) and offer your interpretation of the data.
• LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Project Grading Criteria
Human Development Scoring Guide
Criteria Non-performance Basic Proficient Distinguished
Describe the purpose of research related to the field of human lifespan development.
10% Does not describe the purpose of research related to the field of human lifespan development. Describes the purpose of research, but how the research is related to human lifespan development is unclear. Describes the purpose of research related to the field of human lifespan development. Describes the purpose and importance of research related to the field of human lifespan development.
Describe the research methods used by researchers in the field of human lifespan development.
9% Does not identify the research methods used by researchers in the field of human lifespan development. Identifies the research methods used by researchers in the field of human lifespan development. Describes the research methods used by researchers in the field of human lifespan development. Describes the research methods used by researchers in the field of human lifespan development and examines how the methods were used.
Explain research findings related to the field of human lifespan development.
9% Does not summarize research findings related to the field of human lifespan development. Summarizes research findings related to the field of human lifespan development. Explains research findings related to the field of human lifespan development. Analyzes research findings related to the field of human lifespan development.
Apply interpretation of survey findings to the field of human lifespan development.
9% Does not apply interpretation of survey findings to the field of human lifespan development. Identifies survey findings, but does explain how it relates to the field of human lifespan development. Applies interpretation of survey findings to the field of human lifespan development. Applies interpretation of survey findings to the field of human lifespan development.
Describe factors that influence research findings in human lifespan development research.
9% Does not identify factors that influence research findings in human lifespan development research. Identifies factors that influence research findings in human lifespan development research. Describes factors that influence research findings in human lifespan development research. Describes factors that influence research findings in human lifespan development research and explains how the factors can affect the outcomes of research.
Explain how research findings influence personal and professional behavior and values.
9% Does not explain how research findings influence personal and professional behavior and values. Explains how research findings influence personal or professional behavior and values, but not both. Explains how research findings influence personal and professional behavior and values. Analyzes how research findings influence personal and professional behavior and values.
Examine the connection between human lifespan development theory and research.
9% Does not explain the connection between human lifespan development theory and research. Explains the connection between human lifespan development theory and research, but omits key elements. Examines the connection between human lifespan development theory and research. Examines the connection between human lifespan development theory and research and uses examples to add clarity and insight.
Explain how research in the field of human lifespan development can guide social thinking.
9% Does not explain how research in the field of human lifespan development can guide social thinking. Explains research in the field of human lifespan development, but does not connect the research to social thinking. Explains how research in the field of human lifespan development can guide social thinking. Analyzes how research in the field of human lifespan development can guide social thinking.
Use valid, scholarly research resources relevant to the field of human lifespan development.
9% Does not use valid, scholarly research resources relevant to the field of human lifespan development. Uses research resources that are not valid, scholarly, or relevant to the field of human lifespan development, such as Wikipedia or About.com. Uses valid, scholarly research resources relevant to the field of human lifespan development. Uses valid, scholarly research resources relevant to the field of human lifespan development and establishes the credibility of the research.
Write coherently to support a central idea with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional.
9% Writing does not support a central idea. Does not use correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional. Writing supports an idea, but is inconsistent and contains major errors of grammar, usage, and mechanics. Writing coherently supports a central idea with few errors of grammar, usage, and mechanics. Writing is coherent, using evidence to support a central idea with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional.
Use APA format and style.
9% Does not use APA format and style Uses APA format and style, but inconsistently and with errors. Uses APA format and style consistently and with few errors. Uses correct APA format and style consistently and with no errors.
Project Components
Project Component Course Grade Weight Unit Due
Human Development Project 20% Unit 9
Total: 20%
Additional Requirements
• Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA (current edition) style and formatting.
• Number of resources: Minimum of three scholarly research-based resources.
• Length of paper: 4–5 typed double-spaced pages.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
