Case Studies
Write a 3–5 page paper in which you describe each child's respective development, describe research as presented in the Cebioğlu and Broesch (2021) article and an article you find in the library, and, finally, describe the individual influences, social identity, and worldviews that exist for each child's case study.
The preschool years (ages 3–5) are an exciting time of growth and change. Children are growing in terms of their ability to form friendships, play with others, understand the world in concrete and logical terms, and take those initial, crucial steps toward independence. Rather than simply playing next to another child, like a two-year-old, a four-year-old can create a game with their peers, pretend that a box is a house, and role-play some of the situations that play out in their daily life, like going to the grocery store or to the bank. Play is a critical component of learning for children in this age group, as it helps them make meaning from their worlds and extends their innate curiosity to learn.
Once children enter school (with elementary school spanning approximately ages 5–11), their cognitive, social, and emotional development is driven, in part, by their educational experiences. Children's friendship becomes more complex as does their form of play. Children grow in their perspective-taking and cognitive skills, with all of these developmental domains influencing one another across time. The many unique environments and people around the child significantly influence their path forward. Parents, peers, teachers, school, community, and culture set the backdrop for this time of active growth and development. Such contexts influence a child's beliefs, identities, and values as they prepare to embark upon their upcoming teenage years. In Assessment 2, you'll use case studies of three children to explore how individual factors can influence development and relationships.
Before you begin writing your paper, please complete the following:
Read Case Studies [DOCX] Download Case Studies [DOCX]to learn about Tonia, John, and Maria. Use the scenario provided to serve as the foundation for your paper.
- Read Cebioğlu and Broesch's 2021 article, "Explaining Cross-Cultural Variation in Mirror Self-Recognition: New Insights Into the Ontogeny of Objective Self-Awareness."
- Located in your Assessment Resource reading list.
- Use the Capella Library to find one additional scholarly article. Use the Bachelor's in Psychology Library Research Guide: Finding Articles page for help.
- Review the Case Studies Paper Template [DOCX] Download Case Studies Paper Template [DOCX]. You will use this template to write your paperIn your paper, include the following.
- Describe development for each child in the case studies, using psychological terminology and concepts.
- Describe research from one provided article, and one additional scholarly article found on your own.
- Theory.
- Hypothesis.
- Variables.
- Independent variable (for Cebioğlu and Broesch's 2021 article only).
- Dependent variable (for Cebioğlu and Broesch's 2021 article only).
- Findings.
- Describe for each case study the following topics, as they influence beliefs, values, and interactions with others:
- Individual differences.
- Social identity.
- Worldview.
- Communication: Apply critical thinking and communication skills concerning child psychology in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and respectful.
- Font: Times New Roman, no larger than 12 point font.
- Organization: Your paper should be well organized and written in clear, succinct language.
- Grammar: Your paper should be free of grammar and punctuation errors that would distract the reader's understanding of the content.
- Length: 3–5 pages, in addition to a reference page.
- Resources: Include at least two peer-reviewed journal articles (including the one provided for you) and your textbook. Cite these sources in your paper and list on your reference page.
- APA: Follow APA style rules for citing sources. Refer to Evidence and APA Citation for more information on how to cite your sources.
Review the scoring rubric before submitting your assessment to ensure that you meet all criteriaBy successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
- Competency 1: Apply key concepts, principles, and themes in child development.
- Describe development of each child using psychological terminology and concepts.
- Competency 2: Describe basic psychological research.
- Describe research methods used in a scholarly article.
- Competency 3: Describe how individual differences, social identity, and worldview may influence beliefs, values, and interactions with others.
- Describe individual differences, social identity, and worldview as they influence beliefs, values, and interactions with others.
- Competency 4: Use project management skills.
- Demonstrate project management skills by following assessment directions.
- Competency 5: Write using a clear purpose, organization, tone, and sentence structure.
- Use APA style citations and references while attempting a reference list.
- Create a text in the third person, adhering to conventions of academic tone.