- Present the CDF findings on the topic in a table or graph that you create. Note how different populations are affected. For example, you might compare your state to national statistics or compare the top or bottom states on the topic you chose, compare racial/ethnic group data, etc.
- Research the selected topics using at least one additional resource. The data and research publication sections at the CDF Web site offer useful publications.
- Identify and analyze the main issues and discuss them in the context of relevant developmental theory, as well as societal influences. Why is this data and the information you researched important to understand in the context of child development?
- Present your conclusions and support them with research information. What recommendations would you offer to address this issue for future generations?
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Presents the CDF findings on the topic in a table or graph created by the student and notes how different populations are affected. Researches the selected topics using at least one additional resource. |
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Identifies and analyzes the main issues and discusses them in the context of relevant developmental theory, as well as societal influences. |
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Explains why these data and the information researched are important to understand in the context of child development. |
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Presents conclusions and supports them with research information. Provides recommendations to address this issue for future generations. |
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Writes in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. |
