Category: Humanities : Human Development

Your paper should be about 2 pages double-spaced (approximately 400-500 words). 

Your paper should be about 2 pages double-spaced (approximately 400-500 words).  It is OK with me if you want to turn in something longer.  (You also have the freedom to turn in something shorter, but if it is substantially shorter, it is probably not possible to do an excellent job of addressing the topic thoughtfully).
When referring to information learned in this class, please cite the reading or video (author/source and date in parentheses).  It is not necessary to do outside reading for this assignment; however, if you refer to anything that is not required reading from class (whether it is a website or something in print), include that reference information in a bibliography.
Topics for Unit 5 Paper
1.      Challenging Stereotypes of Teens
After reading Telzer et al.’s research review article, Challenging stereotypes of teens:write about the following:
a.      According to the authors, what are some of the negative stereotypes of teenagers?  Why are these dangerous to teens and to society?
b.      What are some of the positive aspects of “peer pressure” or social norms for adolescents?
c.      How could we leverage the social motivations of adolescents with regard to prosocial behavior?  Please share your ideas with regard to changes we could make in schools and neighborhoods, or over mainstream media and social media.
2.     Letter to Professional Working with Adolescents
For this option, you will write a note with advice to someone who works with adolescents (for example, a teacher, counselor, nurse, doctor, etc.).
In this letter, focus on sharing what you have learned about adolescent brain development and mental health.
Although this paper is in the format of a letter, please cite references because it is also a class assignment.
3.    Reflections on HDEV 312
Reflect on what you have learned in this course on adolescence and emerging adulthood.
Describe three things you have learned that stand out for you.  (Be sure to cite relevant readings/videos).
How can you apply this knowledge in your personal life, or present or future career?
How could schools, healthcare, the juvenile justice system, or other aspects of society be improved by applying this knowledge?
4.      Other Topics
Please talk to or email me ahead of time if you have a different idea for what to write about for your unit paper, that would address biological or cognitive development in adolescence or emerging adulthood, or development in adolescence and emerging adulthood more broadly.
5.      Other Formats
Please talk to or email me ahead of time if you would like to turn in something other than a paper – for example, if you would prefer to give a presentation or create a video, etc.  It would still need to address biological or cognitive development in adolescence or emerging adulthood, or development in adolescence and emerging adulthood more broadly.
Adolescent mental health – Moving forward after the pandemic | Thorhildur Halldorsdottir | TEDxBasel

The purpose of this paper assignment is for you to reflect on the knowledge abou

The purpose of this paper assignment is for you to reflect on the knowledge about adolescence and emerging adulthood that you have gained from this class by making connections with your own life and/or other concepts of human development that you have learned in this class or others. Sometimes you will be applying what you’ve learned to other contexts. Think of the paper as your opportunity to demonstrate what you have learned, and possibly even have fun being creative while doing so.
We’ve covered identity, including intersectionality and disabled identities, during Weeks 5-6.  Choose one of the following 8 topics to write a paper on.
Tips for Writing Unit Papers
For the topic that you choose, be sure to answer ALL questions under that topic (although you may answer them in a different order if you prefer).
Your paper should be logically organized, but does not need to adhere to a specific format you may have been taught, such as 5-paragraph essay, compare/contrast essay, etc.
Your paper should be about 2 pages double-spaced (approximately 400-500 words).  It is OK with me if you want to turn in something longer.  (You also have the freedom to turn in something shorter, but if it is substantially shorter, it is probably not possible to do an excellent job of addressing the topic thoughtfully).
When referring to information learned in this class, please cite the reading or video (author/source and date in parentheses).  It is not necessary to do outside reading for this assignment; however, if you refer to anything that is not required reading from class (whether it is a website or something in print), include that reference information in a bibliography.
4.    Sexuality and Disability
In addition to watching Gaelynn Lea’s TED Talk, Sexuality and Disability: Forging Identity in a World that
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=akGYugciSVw read the following from Unit 3: David’s case study, Forever an Awkward Adolescent and Nadina LaSpina’s book excerpt from Far From “Helpless”: How the Disability Rights Movement Saved My Life.
What are some common themes from these autobiographical writings, or video, about intimate (dating, romantic, sexual) relationships for people with disabilities?
What are some differences between the personal experiences shared?
What have you learned from what these individuals have shared?
How could family members, teachers, counselors, and other adults be helped to better support disabled adolescents with regard to forming intimate relationships?

STEP 1:
Title page – Is the Research Project’s title clear and appropriate for t

STEP 1:
Title page – Is the Research Project’s title clear and appropriate for the research project?
Abstract – A 1-paragraph summary of your project
“Introduction” – Is the Intro 2-3 paragraphs? Does it introduce the paper well? Does it include the Research Question?
“Theoretical Approach” – Is the theoretical approach appropriate for this topic? Does the researcher clearly explain their theoretical approach?
“Research Method(s)” – Is the Research Method(s) appropriate for the research question? Is there a better or alternative research method(s) for this research question that you suggest?
“Literature Review” – Does the Literature Review create an appropriate context for the research project by providing and explaining enough current related studies to sufficiently create a clear background of the current research in the area?
STEP 2:
Describe your sample and how you obtained your sample
“Raw Data” – Is the data clear in the paper? Has it been appropriately collected?
STEP 3:
“Data Analysis” – Has the author of the Research Project put their data findings in the context of their literature review and their theory? Do they appropriately explain their research findings in light of their literature review and theoretical approach?
“Conclusion” – Does the Conclusion appropriately summarize their Research Project?
“Strengths & Limitations of Your Project” – Are the limitations of the research project clearly spelled out?
“Public Policy Implications” – Does the researcher point out what implications their research findings may have on current public policy and ways to make improvement(s)?
“Future Research” – Does the researcher point out what future research needs to be done in their research area based on the findings of their study?
“References” – Is the Reference section clear and appropriate for the research project?

After the Final Research Projects are posted, you can complete your final assign

After the Final Research Projects are posted, you can complete your final assignment for the class: the Student Peer Review (worth 10% of your final grade).
You will review the Research Project of the person ‘following’ you alphabetically on our Discussion Board. For example, the student at the ‘top’ of the NAMES will review the next student down in the alphabet. Conversely, the last student under the NAMES will write a Student Peer Review of the first student under the NAMES on our Discussion Board.
  Student Peer Review  (1 page)  10%
The Student Peer Review will be approximately 1-page long and your role is to critically review your person’s Final Research Project logically (not emotionally). You will thoughtfully review the paper’s sections (listed below) and will comment on how well they were (or were not) able to answer their research question(s).
You will offer suggestions for the ways in which you think that person could improve their Research Project as if they had a year to work on the project and endless funding.
Obviously, your Student Peer Review will NOT be taken personally by the person whose Research Project you are reviewing! However, your ability to think through the research process critically will be taken seriously by me.
Thanks!
STEP 1:
Title page – Is the Research Project’s title clear and appropriate for the research project?
“Introduction” – Is the Intro 2-3 paragraphs? Does it introduce the paper well? Does it include the Research Question?
“Research Method(s)” – Is the Research Method(s) appropriate for the research question? Is there a better or alternative research method(s) for this research question that you suggest?
“Theoretical Approach” – Is the theoretical approach appropriate for this topic? Does the researcher clearly explain their theoretical approach?
“Literature Review” – Does the Literature Review create an appropriate context for the research project by providing and explaining enough current related studies to sufficiently create a clear background of the current research in the area?
STEP 2:
“Raw Data” – Is the data clear in the paper? Has it been appropriately collected?
STEP 3:
“Data Analysis” – Has the author of the Research Project put their data findings in the context of their literature review and their theory? Do they appropriately explain their research findings in light of their literature review and theoretical approach?
“Conclusion” – Does the Conclusion appropriately summarize their Research Project?
“Limitations” – Are the limitations of the research project clearly spelled out?
“Public Policy Implications” – Does the researcher point out what implications their research findings may have on current public policy and ways to make improvement(s)?
“Future Research” – Does the researcher point out what future research needs to be done in their research area based on the findings of their study?
“References” – Is the Reference section clear and appropriate for the research project?