CHFD308 Infant-Toddler Development

 

CHFD308  Infant-Toddler Development

American Public University System (APUS)

 

CHFD308 Week 1 Discussion

Part 2

Why are there so many different theories of development? Which one do you think best explains the development and why?

NOTE: Stick with one theory -- discussing several or saying no one particular theory explains all development is not allowed and will result in zero points. The purpose of this discussion is for you to pick the one theory that makes the most sense to you.

CHFD308 Infant-Toddler Development Week 1 Assignment

Week 1 Assignment

Instructions

In this assignment you will need to create a Prezi or PowerPoint that will highlight the important points of the theory you picked as well as its influence in explaining development. You will want to expand your points from the discussion with greater detail in this assignment. The presentation will start with a short introduction of the theory and conclude with why you picked it within the discussion as best explaining development. We will want to have a minimum of a seven slide PPT or Prezi. All references will be listed in APA format.

Theory: Psychosocial theory

  

 

 

CHFD308 Week 2 Discussion - Genetic and Environmental Foundations

W2: Genetic and Environmental Foundations
We have two questions in our discussion this week.
1- How does socioeconomic status determine family functioning?
2- What is the role and effect of cultural values and public policies on the overall well-being of children and the family?

CHFD308 Infant-Toddler Development Week 2 Assignment

Develop a chart or diagram that will illustrate how prenatal development is influenced by environmental or genetic factors. Creativity is strongly suggested. There is no requirement for APA format in this assignment. There is no requirement of references for this assignment.

 

CHFD308 Week 3 Discussion - Physical Development

As infants are developing, the parent is there to help and support the child's growth and learning. Please answer both parts within your discussion posting. 

1- What do you see as the most important things that parents can do to help their children at this point in their lives?

2- Next, classify those things from question one into operant or classical conditioning, habituation and recovery, or    imitation. Then describe how those activities support the child's development?

   

CHFD308 Week 3 Assignment

Instructions

In a five paragraph essay (600 minimum words) using your favorite theorist, apply that theory to brain development as it was discussed in our readings. You may also include the impact of culture, early physical growth, and similar factors that impact the overall development of the child.

  

 

CHFD308 Week 4 Discussion Cognitive Development

There are three questions within our forum this week.

1- Discuss environmental influences on early cognitive development for infants and toddlers.

2- What are notable differences for at-risk infants and toddlers?

3- How would culture differences impact this early cognitive development?

  

CHFD308 Week 4 Assignment

Instructions

Develop a lesson plan for a preschool using Vygotsky's ZPD. In an evaluative paragraph, describe how these lessons would be explained by Piaget using his view of development. Use of APA format for this assignment is limited to references only.

 

   

 

CHFD308 Week 5 Discussion Attachment

Describe Attachment and discuss the relationship between Attachment and Psychological Development in childhood. Why is it important? What happens if Attachment does not securely develop?

   

 

CHFD308 Week 6 Discussion Factors that impact development

This week in our forum we are looking at things that impact the development of the child. We have two parts to our discussion.

Part one-

One of the things that impact a child's overall development is nutrition.

Explain why nutrition is important for child development, and how it has evolved within the family unit. Apply this concept to the lifestyle of busy parents and the impact it has had on the child, and within the family. How has the food industry responded?  How has our government responded?  How have schools responded both with what they serve students and also what they teach students?

Part two-

How does infectious disease and immunizations impact a child's health? What concerns should parents have? How do parents evaluate false claims, and what is the impact of false claims?

   

CHFD308 Week 6 Assignment

Instructions

Essay. Research and report on a controversial topic in the field of infant and toddler development. Paper will be written in APA format to include title page, abstract, and reference page. These will not count in overall word count. Remember to include running head on all pages. Use the rubric below as your guide when writing, and evaluating your work.

Paper on a Controversy	Research and report on a controversial topic in the field of infant and toddler development.
Course Objectives Addressed	Demonstrate the ability to research a controversial topic in the field, and come to an evidence-based conclusion.
Description of assignment	Choose a controversial topic that interests you from this course. Find two academic articles (not websites or popular publications), published after 2005, that take opposing views on this topic. Describe the issue, and explain why it is controversial. For each article, describe: The author(s)' position How the author justified his or her position The conclusion the author(s) reached Any biases you think the article may have Describe and justify your opinion on this topic and if it was changed after your research.
Format	Microsoft Word or RTF format only. Attached. No other formats accepted, opened, or graded.
Length	1000 word minimum not including title, abstract, reference pages.
Grading Rubric	Possible grade Student grade The paper addresses the issues specified by the assignment. 30 The author shows insight and sophistication in thinking and writing. 40 Paper was well organized and easy to follow. Paper was the required length. Attention paid to APA format, title page, abstract, in-text citations and Reference page were in the correct APA format, and not included in the word count. 20 Few to no spelling, grammar, punctuation or other writing structural errors. 10 TOTAL 100

      

 

CHFD308 Week 7 Discussion Factors that contribute to early metacognition

When evaluating a preschool one of the things some parents will look at is academics that are taught to their child.

1- What are the most important things a parent should be looking for when deciding placement in a preschool?

2-  How do parents evaluate skill development with regards to problem solving, make-believe and artistic activities within a preschool?  Explain why these factors may be important for this evaluation?

CHFD308 Week 7 Assignment

In a five paragraph essay (600 words), describe how children acquire, practice and develop language skills. Students will include a title page, reference page, with running head on all pages consistent with APA format. Abstract is not required.

   

 

CHFD308 Week 8 Discussion Social Development in Early Childhood

Our last forum will look at social development. Please answer the following three questions in your initial posting.

1-How is social learning linked to academic learning?

2-How are schools providing for social development for children?

3-What are notable issues on gender-role development in society today and how are we as a family and society reacting?