Chose one of the topics below related to lifespan development for your individual project.
Cross-cultural analysis of child abuse
Prenatal care on fetus development
Perceptual development
Achievement in later life
Minority-group children
Senior housing
Widowhood
Play
Career change
Alternative lifestyles
Development of disabled children
Divorced and single parents
Medical procedures used during the birth process
Sex differences
Adult sexuality
Or, a topic of particular interest to you (Need Professor approval)
Prepare 1,000 to 1,700 word paper on your chosen topic. As you are working on your paper, keep in mind that its primary function is to show your ability to read and understand scholarly research and to use it to support your own ideas and opinions.
Your paper should be organized with the following paragraph headings: Introduction, Research, Your Opinion, and References.
Introduction
A paragraph or two that clearly and concisely describes:
(1) topic of your paper,
(2) the question(s) you will investigate, and
(3) the various points of view or differing explanations proposed in the scientific articles on which you are basing your paper.
Research section
The core of the paper - majority of the paper - must be a discussion of the scientific evidence from your textbook readings and journal articles. INTERNET (WEBSITE) INFORMATION NOT ACCEPTED. You should consult at least 3 or more peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook - a minimum of 3 journal articles and your textbook. Try to find at least one relevant source published within the last year.
Your opinions section
A very important part of the paper is your own opinions and ideas, based on the research you have read. Indicate which sources you agree with and which you don't, and why. What conclusions can you draw from the readings? What important questions related to your topic remain unanswered?
References section
Sources should be listed in alphabetical order with proper APA referencing.