• Know multiple developmental theories and understand their individual strengths and shortcomings
• Know basic research strategies which investigate development
• Know processes and sequences of development
• Know the impact of familial, social, and cultural diversity on development
• Know the interrelatedness of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development
• Be aware of contempory issues and know how them impact on development
• Demonstrate understanding of child abuse reporting laws
• Demonstrate competence in applying theories in an analysis of the lide of an actual child or adolescent

• History of developmental theories and research strategies
• Physical development with an emphasis on genetic mechanisms and
• Environmental influences and their interrelation during the developmental process
• Interrelatedness of cognitive, language, intellectual, emotional, and social development
• Influences of care givers on all aspects of development
• Child abuse laws and professional obligation to report, and correct reporting procedures

• Reading Assignments
• Written responses to essay questions
• Written developmental analysis of a child or adolescent
• Written responses to child abuse questions
• Final objective examination

1. Summarize and compare the mid-twentieth century stage theories of development, their spokespersons, and the important contributions of each theory.
2. Choose a recent perspective which you believe has merit. Summarize and describe. Explore and discuss your opinions of whether this perspective enhances or detracts from mid-twentieth century theory. Give reasons, examples, and opinions.
3. Choose one research method described in Chapter 2. Design and describe a hypothetical study using one or a combination of research methods. Include theory and hypothesis. Describe your population. Describe the ethical issues you will address in your study.
4. What impact do you think that the various new technologies may have on future generations?

5. Some theorists propose that early experiences profoundly impact development. Others propose that the current environment can overcome early experiences. Which theory do you prefer? Give reasons, examples, and opinions.
6. Hall describes adolencence as a time of storm and stress. Give two examples of problems or disorders which may arise t this time. How might these be prevented or minimized?
7. Contrast Vygotsky's and Piaget's views of cognition. What in your opinion are the merits or drawbacks of each theory.

8. Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) has been receiving much attention. What constitutes acceptable attention? What factors contribute to ADHD? What in your opinion is the best way to treat ADHD?
9. Compare and contrast three theories of itelligence.
10. Discuss how IQ scores can be used as predictors.
11. Discuss limitations of IQ tests.
12. What are some of your thoughts on bilingual education?

13. In your opinion is temperament a stable trait. Give reasons to support your opinion.
14. Explore the role of parenting practices in the development of self-esteem. Give specific examples and opinions.
15. Discuss one aspect of gender stereotype and/or genders role. Indicate how this might impact on a child or adolescent.
16. Many reviewers of research literature have concluded that TV violence increases aggressive behavior in children and adults. What do you think? Give an example of a specific research finding.
17. How might computers enhance the quality of education. What are some drawbacks to computer use both at home and at school.

A. Your subject should be at least 7 years old, this allows you to look at the subjects history and to use theories for the segments of the subjects which s/he has experienced to analyze present fuctioning

B. Do not use a family member or a close friend as a subject. Because it is difficult or impossible to be objective about a loved one, the quality of your report would be compromised as there is a tendency to miss, overemphasize, or misinterpret information and impressions.

C. Use several theories at least one stage theorist, e.g. Freud, Erikson, Piaget to analyze present development based on past experience. Be sure to include all stages which the child has experienced.

D. If information is not available from the care giveror if it seems inaccurate, you can use the behaviors which are presently manifested to hypothesize about what happened to the child at an earlier age. For example if the care giver indicates that the child had an uneventful and healthy life until approximately three years of age, but you observe that he is fearful and compulsive, you would describe the behaviors you observe, refer to appropriate theories and theorize what might have occurred based on the subjects present behavior.

E. The following format must be used:

1. Present biographic information
2. Present relevant theory
3. Analyze present behavior in terms of theory and the impact of past experience on present behavior and fuctioning.