HUMAN DEVELOPMENT PAPER ASSIGNMENT
INSTRUCTIONS
Details:
1. There is considerable flexibility in this paper. The main criterion is that it must demonstrate critical thinking in a coherent argument related to course material.
2. Some options include: a. Critiquing concepts or underlying principles of a theory covered so far. b. Integrating theories covered to date. c. Challenging assumptions of a theory that has been discussed. d. Comparing/contrasting theories that have been covered. e. Discussing strengths/limitations of a theory that has been explored.
3. This paper is NOT a summary of a theory. This paper IS a demonstration of your understanding of a theoretical approach/issue through critical analysis.
Format:
1. Include a title page, abstract, references page, and 4 pages of content.
2. Whatever approach you choose, be sure to defend your positions, including at least 5 citations of course material.
3. Avoid first and second person pronouns and be sure to use past tense when describing completed research.
4. Current APA standards must be followed. Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.