PSY3260 Ball State University Adolescence Suicide Presentation I have a research paper that is due on Friday July 19th at noon. The requirement for the paper is attached. This assignment requires a brief paper about a adolescence suicide in adolescence, and then design a visual aid, using principles of educational psychology, to address the developmental problem.
At minimum, the paper should include the following:
Introduction: The introductory paragraph should present the topic of the paper to the audience and lay the foundation for why this topic is important to review. Provide a brief overview of the paper. Conclude the introduction with a statement of the purpose of the paper (e.g., The purpose of the paper is to examine anorexia among adolescents).
Body: Upon reviewing at least 3 peer-reviewed research articles, describe and explain the findings, including: definition, description, and prevalence of the problem
risks or causes of the problem
developmental outcomes
Conclusion: The conclusion should synthesize the findings and outline future steps for research, practice, and/or policy. Describe at least 3 ways this information could be used in the future (e.g., recommendations for practice, future studies, etc.). ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT COURSE PROJECT
This assignment requires you to write a brief paper about a developmental problem in
adolescence, and then design a visual aid, using principles of educational psychology, to address
the developmental problem.
To begin, choose 1 developmental problem to address. A short list of topics is below. This is not
an exhaustive list. Please choose a topic that is related to your field and interests. Although you
have some latitude, make sure the focus of your project is adolescence or emerging adulthood.
Obesity
Bullying
Teen Pregnancy
Anorexia
Depression/Suicide
STIs/STDs
Bulimia
Substance Use/Abuse
Sexual Assault/Harassment
Juvenile Delinquency
Special Need (choose 1)
Dating Violence
The project consists of 2 components: academic paper and visual aid.
Part 1: Academic Paper (75 points)
You will write a short paper. At minimum, your paper should include the following:
Introduction: The introductory paragraph should present the topic of the paper to the audience
and lay the foundation for why this topic is important to review. Provide a brief overview of the
paper. Conclude the introduction with a statement of the purpose of the paper (e.g., The purpose
of the paper is to examine anorexia among adolescents).
Body: Upon reviewing at least 3 peer-reviewed research articles, describe and explain the
findings, including:
1. definition, description (e.g., signs, symptoms) and prevalence of the problem
2. risks or causes of the problem (e.g., factors that lead to the development of the problem)
3. developmental outcomes (e.g., subsequent or associated effects of the problem)
Conclusion: The conclusion should synthesize the findings and outline future steps for research,
practice, and/or policy. Describe at least 3 ways this information could be used in the future (e.g.,
recommendations for practice, future studies, etc.).
An academic audience (e.g., professor) is the target of the paper. Thus, use appropriate writing
conventions, including structure (e.g., headings to delineate sections), tone (e.g., objective,
formal), grammar and spelling. See “Writing Tips” on Canvas for more information. On average,
the paper should be around 5 pages long, typed, and double-spaced.
Note: The paper should be objective, based on research, not opinion. At minimum, you should
have 3 peer-reviewed research articles. Cite any and all sources from which you obtain
information. It is likely you will have more than 3 citations, if you do indeed cite each source.
Failing to cite the source from which you obtain information constitutes plagiarism and will
result in a 0. Use APA style to cite and list references. See APA cheat sheet on Canvas or
Purdue’s Online Writing Lab for examples.
Part 2: Visual Aid (25 points)
Create a visual aid to share with the lay public. You can do this in a variety of ways (e.g.,
webpage, pamphlet, flyer, blog, newsletter, etc.). Make sure to deliver the information in a way
that will maximize its impact (e.g. vivid colors, pictures to reinforce key concepts, clear and
concise statements, links to reputable websites or instructional videos, etc.).
Your goal with the visual aid will be to inform and persuade the public. That is, state the
problem, engage, motivate, and teach. Questions to consider when designing your visual aid:
WHO is your target audience? You should design the visual aid with key stakeholders (i.e.,
those with a vested interest) in mind. Your target audience may consist of adolescents, parents,
or other adults, but it is not a professor. That is, address the audience as if it does not have
knowledge of this topic. Understanding your audience will help you tailor your visual aid to meet
the audience’s needs.
What is your HOOK? Come up with a catchy, unique title or phrase. What is the key point?
What do you want the audience to take away? Your main point can be conveyed using a “hook”
to capture the public’s attention.
WHAT is the problem? Define the problem. You are the expert with the goal of informing and
persuading the public. Not only should you state the problem, but explain why it is a problem.
Use visuals, research, and data to provide a sense of urgency. A thorough description of the issue
indirectly states, “if we fail to allocate resources, develop policies, create interventions or
preventions, adolescents with this problem will suffer.” Understanding the problem should
prompt a call to action…
HOW to tackle the problem? Determine what the public should do. Using principles of
educational psychology, teach them how to manage the problem. You can offer
recommendations and resources, but also describe concrete behaviors your audience should do to
address this developmental problem (e.g., describe easy steps busy parents might take to increase
their adolescents’ consumption of vegetables).
Evaluation
Submit 2 products to the instructor: (1) academic paper and (2) visual aid. Upload your paper
and visual aid on Canvas by selecting the corresponding link. The project is worth a total of 100
points. You will be evaluated on your ability to describe, explain, synthesize, and apply the
literature. Professional style (e.g., mechanics, creativity) also will be considered, so make sure to
check spelling/grammar, format, etc. prior to submission. See the grading rubrics below for
additional information.
Course Project Rubric: Academic Paper
Introduction
Developmental
Concepts
Conclusion
Unsatisfactory
The importance of the topic is not
outlined. An unclear statement of the
purpose of the paper is presented that
does not reflect the content of the
paper. ( 3 points)
Average
Outlines the importance of the
topic. A general statement of the
purpose of the paper is presented,
but it does not adequately reflect the
content of the paper. (4 points)
Excellent
Explicitly outlines the importance of
the topic. A specific statement of the
purpose of the paper is presented,
reflecting the content of the paper.
(5 points)
Inaccurate and/or vague descriptions
and explanations of concepts. 2 or
more developmental concepts (i.e.,
problem, risk, or outcome) are
missing. ( 26 points)
A vague summary of research
findings is presented. None or 1
implication is outlined. If provided,
suggestion for future research,
practice, and/or policy is vague with
no clear link to research. ( 11 points)
Although correct, descriptions and
explanations of concepts lack depth.
1 developmental concept (i.e.,
problem, risk, or outcome) is
missing. (27 – 39 points)
Accurately and comprehensively
describes and explains
developmental concepts, including
problem, risks, and outcomes.
(40 – 45 points)
/45
A general summary of research
findings is presented. 2 implications
are outlined. Although linked to
research, suggestions for future
research, practice, and/or policy
lack depth. (12 – 16 points)
A clear synthesis of research
findings is presented. 3 implications
are outlined. Suggestions for future
research, practice, and/or policy are
specific, detailed and clearly linked
to research. (17 – 20 points)
/20
Writing is understandable and
contains 6-10 spelling/grammatical
errors. Tone and content consist of
few subjective statements, and
limited citations of supporting
research. (4 points)
Writing is concise, clear, wellorganized and contains less than 5
spelling/grammatical errors. Tone
and content are objective, with
multiple citations of supporting
research. (5 points)
/5
Writing is unclear, poorly organized
and contains more than 10
spelling/grammatical errors. Tone and
Writing Mechanics content are mostly subjective, with no
citations of supporting research.
( 3 points)
Score
/5
Course Project Rubric: Visual Aid
Visual Aid
Mechanics
Unsatisfactory
Visual techniques to convey content
are minimal or absent, and as a
result, do not engage and impact the
target audience. Content (e.g.,
definitions, concrete behaviors) is
vague, and thus not informative for a
lay audience. ( 11 points)
Average
Although visual techniques are used
to convey content, the techniques are
limited, less engaging and impactful.
Content (e.g., definitions, concrete
behaviors) is general, and as a result,
less informative for a lay audience.
(12 – 16 points)
Excellent
Uses an array of visual techniques
(e.g., pictures, videos, websites) to
creatively convey content, engage lay
audience and make substantive impact.
Content (e.g., definitions, concrete
behaviors) is specific, detailed, and
informative. (17 – 20 points)
Tone fails to persuade. Visual has 10
or more errors in spelling, formatting
and organization. ( 3 points)
Tone is persuasive. Visual contains
6-10 errors in spelling, formatting
and organization. (4 points)
Tone is persuasive. Visual is neat, well
organized and formatted, with less
than 5 spelling errors. (5 points)
Score
/20
/5
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