human development
Developmental Psychology Assignment
Due Friday by 12pm Points 20 Submitting a file upload
The purpose of this assignment is to explore, through personal interaction, the developmental influences on children.
Your assignment will include three key components to be incorporated into a full report.
Observe
Select and watch at least 4 children’s television programs using the following criteria:
At least one cartoon designed for young children (e.g. Paw Patrol, Caillou etc.).
At least one educational program designed for children (e.g. Sesame Street, or a child oriented science show).
One program designed for adults that children could watch during the early evening (5:00-8:00 PM).
All programs must be at least 15 minutes long. Be sure to cite all programs in APA format (Links to an external site.).
Record
For each program, record:
The number of violent acts (physical force towards self or others, or manipulation by the threat of force).
The number of references to unhealthy activities, such as eating unhealthy food, or risky behaviours.
Note any other imagery or references that you find troubling or concerning for child viewers.
Create a table of your results for tasks 1 and 2.
Discuss
Respond to the following questions, referring to your collected data.
What variation in the number and kind of aggression (e.g. physical, relational, manipulative, etc.) did you observe?
What were the observed consequences to aggressive acts in the program?
How do you think children would respond to these depictions of aggression?
Given this information, what rules would you impose for your own children regarding the viewing of television or other media? Describe your rationale.
Assignment Format
Section 1 – Introduction
Review the general topic of media and its influence on child behaviour. Describe in broad terms how you will explore this issue in the current report. Your introduction should include a thesis statement clearly indicating the purpose of the paper.
Section 2 – Hypothesis
What differences do you expect to observe in aggression and in unhealthy behaviours? Do you expect only a difference in the number of acts, or in the kind of acts as well?
Section 3 – General Procedure
In full sentences, describe the following information:
The specific media that you watched. Assume that the reader is not familiar with the program, but include only as much detail on the specific episode as is required to understand your analysis.
Your recording procedure and any decisions you made in your criteria.
Section 4 – Observations
Report your results and insert tables depicting your data. Summarize your data in a way that most clearly presents it to the reader.
Section 5 – Discussion
Considering your results, respond to the discussion questions above. Include discussion of any outside research supporting your position in this section.
Format
Your assignment should include an APA title page (Links to an external site.) and an APA reference page (Links to an external site.). Please cite your textbook, as well as any additional sources you used in your report.
Please submit this assignment as a .doc or .docx file to the eLearn dropbox by its scheduled date and time as discussed on eLearn and in class. This assignment will be worth 20% of your final grade.
If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Rubric
Assignment 1
Assignment 1
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Formatting
3.0 to >2.5 pts
Full Marks
Few, if any, errors in APA formatting.
2.5 to >2.0 pts
Very Good
A few minor errors in APA formatting.
2.0 to >1.5 pts
Satisfactory
Several errors in APA formatting.
1.5 to >1.0 pts
Poor
Significant errors in APA formatting.
1.0 to >0 pts
Requirements Not Met
APA title page or references not adequately provided.
3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction
2.0 to >1.5 pts
Full Marks
A clear thesis statement and an effective introduction.
1.5 to >1.0 pts
Very Good
An adequate thesis statement and introduction.
1.0 to >0.5 pts
Satisfactory
Either an unclear thesis statement or a weak introduction.
0.5 to >0.0 pts
Poor
Both an unclear thesis and a weak introduction.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
A missing or inadequate introduction.
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHypothesis
1.0 to >0.75 pts
Full Marks
A clear, detailed, and appropriate hypothesis is stated.
0.75 to >0.5 pts
Very Good
An appropriate hypothesis is stated.
0.5 to >0.25 pts
Satisfactory
A hypothesis is present, but may lack detail, or is unclear.
0.25 to >0.0 pts
Poor
A weak or inappropriate hypothesis is stated.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
No hypothesis has been identified.
1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProcedure
2.0 to >1.5 pts
Full Marks
A clear, detailed, and effective description of each step of your procedure has been provided.
1.5 to >1.0 pts
Very Good
A clear and effective description of your procedure has been provided.
1.0 to >0.5 pts
Satisfactory
A reasonably detailed description of your procedure has been provided.
0.5 to >0.0 pts
Poor
A procedure is described, but it lacks detail or is unclear.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
2.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeObservation
4.0 to >3.0 pts
Full Marks
A clear, and detailed record of your observations.
3.0 to >2.0 pts
Very Good
A clear measurement of your observations.
2.0 to >1.0 pts
Satisfactory
A description of your observations has been given, but may lack detail or clarity.
1.0 to >0.0 pts
Poor
Poor recording of observations, results unclear.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
Observations are not adequately described.
4.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInterpretation
4.0 to >3.0 pts
Full Marks
A comprehensive and insightful discussion that integrates external research.
3.0 to >2.0 pts
Very Good
A clear and thorough discussion that references the course textbook.
2.0 to >1.0 pts
Satisfactory
A reasonably clear and accurate discussion.
1.0 to >0.0 pts
Poor
A discussion that is not entirely accurate, is unclear, or lacks sufficient detail.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
No sufficient discussion is provided.
4.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and Clarity
4.0 to >3.0 pts
Full Marks
Exceptionally clear and effective writing.
3.0 to >2.0 pts
Very Good
Clear and effective writing.
2.0 to >1.0 pts
Satisfactory
Few errors in spelling and grammar, or some issues with overall clarity.
1.0 to >0.0 pts
Poor
Significant issues with spelling, grammar, or overall clarity.
0.0 pts
Requirements Not Met
Unclear, difficult to read and interpret.
4.0 pts
Total Points: 20.0
