This assignment involves identifying a topic that relates directly to some aspect of the cognitive development of infants, children, or teens.  Paper instructions: Essay format, with introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion

Cognitive development of infants

3-5 pages, double-spaced (paper); • Paper instructions: Essay format, with introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. Cite at least 3 sources: two articles from peer-reviewed journals, and at least one additional source (textbook / newspaper / magazine / reputable website / TED talk / etc.) • Cite your sources in APA format (internally, and at the end of the paper under References.) For a video: you can include this at the end, or send your Reference page separately. CONTENT: Describe how a concept from class can be applied in a real-life setting (teaching, clinical, childcare, etc.)

Cognitive development of infants

Your topic should relate directly to some aspect of the cognitive development of infants, children, or teens. In your research, find a specific technique/method/ recommendation/etc. that has been developed relating to that concept. (E.g., your topic should not be “scaffolding,” but could be specific scaffolding techniques used to teach math.).  Examples include (but are not limited to): teaching methods based on Piaget OR Vygotksy’s theory; techniques for scaffolding speech or language development;

Cognitive development of infants

Alternatives to standardized testing; how media for children (TV shows, computer games, etc.) can be used in ways that benefit cognitive development; diagnostic methods or therapeutic treatments for children with ADHD; and MANY others. o Choose a topic based on your interests! If you’re an education major, you may want to focus on teaching techniques; if you’re an aspiring clinician, on diagnosis or treatment. If you’re a parent, aunt/uncle, baby-sitter, etc., you may want to look into more ‘everyday’ applications to encourage healthy cognitive development. https://youtu.be/_7wSQPXagYk

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