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 The questions will review the fundamental concepts of development examined in week one to assure a solid understanding of developmental concepts to be applied throughout the course.
Assignment #1 Due: Foundational Questions 30% of course grade
1. Discuss the usefulness of typical/”normal” development as a reference point for the study of adolescent development.
2. Define the four levels of the ecological model and give an example of each in the lives of adolescents.
3. Explain the concept of developmental pathways and how this concept helps explain different outcomes for adolescents raised in very similar environments.
4. Describe the concept of exponential risk and why some adolescents seem to have many more challenges than most adolescents. Describe the concept of exponential resiliency in adolescent development and explain how small interventions by teachers and human service professionals can have great impact.