Outcome: You will write a letter to yourself reflecting on the age stages in the unit providing advice and comparison to your experiences (or potential experiences).
INSTRUCTIONS: For this portion of the letter to self, you will write a letter to the “you” that has been covered in the first 4 weeks of the class. (Modules 1-6). This is a reflection and a description of the “you” that made it through those first few stages that have been covered. Included in this should be information pertaining to the first 6 modules that can be applied to life experiences you have had. Discussing the physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development of these stages is required as well.
This should be anywhere between 1-2 double spaced pages. No citations are required as this is an informal letter to oneself.
The purpose is to apply these newly learned concepts to your own life. Relating information to oneself as a way to reinforce the content learned. If there are any questions, please email for clarification.
Course Competencies:
Distinguish the lifespan developmental perspective, including developmental issues, processes, and periods from conception to death.
Use developmental psychological concepts to strengthen relationships and build community.
Develop competence in writing and/or verbal communication skills.
Apply developmental psychological content to personal and career goals.
Checklist
Each domain is covered in all stages of the unit (ex. Adolescent and early adulthood)
Physical/Biological Development
Cognitive Development
Socioemotional Development
All Modules are included
Critical Thinking/Content knowledge:
Did I select the most important aspects of each age stage that apply to my life or expected circumstances?
Did I offer advice based on each domain of development based on research and theory from the unit?
Did I relate my advice and life circumstances together?
Is my understanding of the age stage clear and applied to my life?
Proofread: Be sure it is not a summary of information and is error free.
