Instructions
Step 1: Review the rubric for this activity located below. The rubric explains how you will be graded on this activity. If you have questions about the rubric or grading process, please reach out.
Step 2: For this project, you will observe people at a stage of development of your choosing with the goal of seeing a developmental concept in action. You may choose to observe only one individual or any numbers of individuals in a group. If you observe others in a public place, please be inconspicuous. In other words, please don’t stalk or interact with people you don’t know.
Step 3:
Write a 3 – 4 page paper that:
Identifies the concept or phenomenon you observed
Briefly describes the conditions of your observation (Where were you? Who were you observing? etc.)
Describes the behaviors/actions you observed in detail
Explains how the behaviors/actions you observed exemplifies the concept or phenomenon you observed
Notes your reactions to the observation (Was it what you expected? Was it consistent with what you learned in class? Did your observation give you additional insight? etc.)
Step 4: Make sure to uses APA style to cite your sources (at least 3 academic sources) and include a reference list of each of your sources.
Due Sunday by 11:59pm
Rubric
Final Project: Observing Development in Action
Final Project: Observing Development in Action
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConcept/phenomenon identification
10 pts
Exemplary
Great work identifying a creative, focused, and manageable concept/phenomenon! You describe your concept/phenomenon clearly, accurately, and with detail.
8 pts
Accomplished
Nice work identifying a focused and manageable concept/phenomenon. Your description of your selected concept/phenomenon is clear and accurate.
5 pts
Developing
Your identified concept/phenomenon is either too broadly focused or is not related to course material. Your description of your concept/phenomenon is lacking in clarity and/or accuracy. Please reach out for additional support.
3 pts
Beginning
Your concept/phenomenon is inappropriate and/or not found in course material. Your description of your selected concept/phenomenon is missing or inaccurate.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of observation
15 pts
Exemplary
Excellent work summarizing your observation with clarity and detail! Your observation is strongly connected to your selected concept/phenomenon.
12 pts
Accomplished
Nice work summarizing your observation with clarity. Your observation is generally connected to your selected concept/phenomenon.
8 pts
Developing
You have a start on your summary, but it is either lacking in detail or not clearly related to your selected concept/phenomenon.
4 pts
Beginning
Your summary is lacking in sufficient detail and clarity. The connection between your observation and selected concept/phenomenon is unclear and/or inaccurate.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConnection between observation and concept/phenomenon
40 pts
Exemplary
Excellent work making clear, accurate, and detailed connections between your observation, selected concept/phenomenon, and course material! You apply course concepts, vocabulary, and theories with clarity, detail, and accuracy. Way to go!
32 pts
Accomplished
Nice work making some clear and accurate connections between your observation, selected concept/phenomenon, and course material. You apply course concepts, vocabulary, and theories with accuracy.
24 pts
Developing
You have a start making connections between your observation, selected concept/phenomenon, and course material. More attention is needed to ensure these connections are clear and accurate. Your project lacks connections to course concepts, vocabulary, and theories and/or more inaccurate connections.
16 pts
Beginning
You have not yet made clear or accurate connections between your observation, selected concept/phenomenon, and course material. You have not yet applied course concepts, vocabulary, or theories. You would benefit from spending more time in thoughtful application of course material.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
40 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReactions to observation
15 pts
Exemplary
Great work clearly and thoughtfully describing your reactions to your observations!
12 pts
Accomplished
Nice work thoughtfully describing your reactions to your observation.
8 pts
Developing
You have a good start describing your reactions to your observation. The next step is to ensure your description is thoughtful, clear, and provides adequate detail.
4 pts
Beginning
Your description of your reactions to your observation is unclear, lacking in detail, and/or lacking in thoughtfulness.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAcademic writing
10 pts
Exemplary
Clear and correct writing and typing. If any errors, they were minimal.
6 pts
Developing
There were errors in your writing that indicate a lack of effort and that distract from the intent of your post. Oftentimes, taking time to re-read your work will help you find and correct these mistakes.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA
10 pts
Exemplary
Great job supporting your work with at least three in-text citations and references in APA formatting.
6 pts
Developing
Good start including at least one in-text citation and/or reference. The next step is to use proper APA formatting and/or meet the 3 citation minimum.
0 pts
Uh Oh
No submission
10 pts
Total Points: 100
