Criteria Levels of Achievement Assignment | Achievement

Content 70 Advanced Proficient Developing Not present
Analyzes the project material and provides a sound rationale 22 – 24 points
There is a clear, logical flow and rationale of paper. An introduction with a clear thesis statement and a conclusion section are included. The different developmental stages and significant life events across the lifespan are analyzed and supported. Important themes from the exploration of the scholarly sources are well identified. Major points are stated clearly and supported. 20 – 21 points
There is a reasonably clear, logical flow and rationale of paper. There is a reasonably clear introduction and conclusion section. The different developmental stages and significant life events across the lifespan are not clearly analyzed and supported. Important themes from the exploration of the scholarly sources are not clearly identified. Major points are unclearly stated or supported. 1 – 19 points
The flow and rationale to of paper is unclear and illogical. There is an unclear or missing introduction and conclusion section. The different developmental stages and significant life events across the lifespan are not analyzed, supported, or are missing. Important themes from the scholarly sources are missing. Major points are not stated and not supported.

Not present.
Exploration of important themes 22 -23 points
Content reflects thoughtful analysis and exploration of themes connected to the developmental aspects across the lifespan. Supporting themes identified through the scholarly sources are included. 20 – 21 points
Content reflects surface analysis and exploration of themes connected to the developmental aspects across the lifespan. Supporting themes are not clearly identified through the scholarly sources are included. 1 – 19 points
Content does not reflect analysis and exploration of themes connected to the developmental aspects across the lifespan. The themes identified are not a result of research into scholarly sources. 0 points
Not present.
Key Points Addressed 21 – 23 points

Clear identification of key points learned from reading the scholarly sources is included. Clear identification of key points learned from exploring scholarly sources is included. Clear identification of developmental concepts across the lifespan are included. Good exploration of how current events may influence aging process and plan to address related issues are included. 19 – 20 points
Unclear identification of key points learned from reading the scholarly sources. Unclear identification of key points learned from exploring scholarly sources. Unclear identification of developmental concepts across the lifespan. Limited or unclear exploration of how current events may influence aging process and plan to address related issues. 1 – 18 points
Clear identification of key points learned from reading the scholarly sources is not included. Clear identification of key points learned from exploring scholarly sources is missing. Clear identification of developmental concepts across the lifespan is not included. Missing exploration of how current events may influence the aging process and plan to address related issues. 0 points

INSTRUCTIONS:
The purpose of this paper is for you to demonstrate your ability to apply a working knowledge of the theories, terminology, and concepts of human growth and development. You will discuss your own development over your lifetime and how it relates to the developmental concepts discussed throughout this course. You will analyze your life as it relates to the key aspects of human growth and development. What are the key developmental times in your life and the influencing factors that led to who you are today?

You will also incorporate your empirical studies related to the chosen developmental aspect of your life. Also, use the course readings or presentations to support what you propose about your own development in your paper. Depending on your life and the influences, there may be more attention placed during one period of time. You are encouraged to glean information from your mother about her pregnancy with you to see if there were any notable issues during that time. Remember to include your spiritual development with applicable research.

In addition, obtain as much information as you can about any significant events in your early childhood years. How did you do in those key developmental years? Did you approach all developmental milestones with ease, or were there challenges? Since this is a comprehensive paper, you will address your development across your lifespan.

Finally, you will conclude your paper with addressing any current lifestyle behaviors that may influence your aging process. You will address these issues, how they will affect your aging process, and what you plan to do about it.

Note: Your conclusion must offer suggestions for further study.

The body of the paper must be 8–10 pages (excluding the title page, abstract, and reference page). This assignment must be completed adhering strictly to current APA format.

You must include 8–10 peer-reviewed, relevant sources in your paper (at least 7 of the sources must be empirical articles). The sources must be less than 10 years old unless any of the citations are linked to an author whose work is seminal to your topic.