Writer’s Choice
Module 8 Signature Assignment Requirements:
The Signature Assignment is a 5-8 page minimum, double-spaced
paper in which you will demonstrate your extensive understanding of
the theories related to developmental psychology discussed in this
class. Please remember the cover and references pages are not
included in the 5-8 page count. You should use a minimum of 4-6
academic references in support of your Signature Assignment
retrieved from the TUW library.
Topic: You will be watching the video documenting the life of Neil
from 7 years old until 49 years old. This is a longitudinal observation
of an individual over a significant amount of a lifetime.
Neil: from 7 to 49 [Video file]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBS3_G7NhHg (50:28)
You must respond to the following questions based on watching the
video and based on your review of 4-6 academic sources from the
Touro Library
Briefly describe Neil’s identity development, moral
development, and spiritual development over his lifespan.
In what ways does Neil’s personal experience simply reflect a
person growing up in the United Kingdom? Briefly describe
any research on the differences in developmental life
experiences between different cultures.
In what ways does Neil’s personal experiences also reflects
universal experiences of the challenges and development of
individuals over a life-span? Please identify and explain 4
corresponding developmental psychology concepts from this
course that matches Neil’s life experiences.
Writing expectations include competency in the following:
Sentence Structure Verb Tense and Agreement
Pronoun Use
Possessive Use
Punctuation
Spelling
Focus and Organization
This must be double-spaced with 1-inch margins and typed in
12-point Times New Roman.
Your Essay should have a Cover Page and Reference Page.
Essays should be proofread for spelling and grammar
mistakes.
You must cite all texts used to avoid plagiarism
Why Citations Matter [Video File]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHdi6e5Ymz0 (3:32)
Tips for Writing a College Research Paper [Video file].
Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2DRdOts5lY
(10:55)
In-text Citations, Quotations, and Plagiarism [Video file].
Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FrJeRrLYe0
(6:52)
Writing Resources (Use as Needed):
Why Citations Matter [Video File]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHdi6e5Ymz0 (3:32)
Tips for Writing a College Research Paper [Video file].
Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2DRdOts5lY
(10:55)
In-text Citations, Quotations, and Plagiarism [Video file].
Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FrJeRrLYe0
(6:52)
If you do not turn in your Signature Assignment before the deadline,
points may be deducted from your score for tardiness. If you
anticipate a problem turning in your assignment on time, please
contact your instructor immediately to avoid a failing grade for nonsubmission.