Psychology 2230 Observational Project Project Description

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206177 2018SU Developmental Psych: Childhood (PSYCH- 2230- NET01)

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Observation Project

Psychology 2230 Observational Project Project Description: For this project, you will apply the concepts and theories you have been learning in this course to an observation of a child, an adolescent, or an adult in their natural environment. The Who: You are to observe and interact with an individual from one of the following age groups: Infants and Toddlers (0-2 years of age) Early Childhood (2- 6 years of age) Middle Childhood (6-11 years of age) Adolescence (12 – 20 years of age) Under no circumstances are you allowed to observe members of your immediate family. (i.e. your children, spouse, parents, siblings) The What: You are to assess the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of the individual you are observing and connect your observations to the theories discussed in your text. To focus your observation, a list of terms to be addressed for each age group is attached to these instructions. While you may include additional information, you are only required to include a discussion of each of the terms listed. Terms that you are unable to cover in your observations, interviews, and interactions are to be included within the appropriate section (i.e. physical, social). Define the term and provide an example to illustrate it. These examples may come from your personal experiences, but should be kept to a minimum. The majority of terms should come from your observations, interactions, and interviews.

Preparing for your observation: 1. Before you begin your observation, review the attached list of

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7/29/18, 11)12 PMObservation Project – 206177