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Homework: Developmental Psychology Presentation
Overview
Description: This homework requires you to create a narrated PowerPoint presentation that applies research in developmental psychology to a practical problem during a specific stage in the lifespan.
Purpose: In the science of developmental psychology, scholars conduct research in both basic and applied settings. In fact, one of the more important reasons for engaging in developmental research is the application of findings to practical problems. This homework will allow you to practice applying empirical research to help resolve a practical issue in human development. As a secondary goal, the homework will give you experience with verbal presentation, which is a key lifelong professional skill.
Instructions
A. Select a topic.
1. Pick an issue/problem that is interesting to you (e.g., bullying, character development, job burnout, etc.).
2. Focus on 1 developmental stage (e.g., early/middle/late childhood, adolescence, emerging adulthood, etc.).
B. Locate 5 empirical studies in peer-reviewed journals that address the issue identified above.
C. Create and narrate the presentation.