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Task Summary
To consolidate your knowledge on the stages and theories of human development across the lifespan, for this assessment you are required to research and describe the theories and stages of human development in a visual presentation.
Please see the Task Instructions for more details.
Context
The assessment talk will strengthen your understanding of the stages of psychological development and associated theories of human development across the lifespan. This will assist you to apply lifespan theories of development to a range of contexts, including counselling situations in your professional life.
ASSESSMENT 1 BRIEF Subject Code and Title
LSD403: Life Stages and Development Assessment
Life Stages Presentation (Visual Presentation) Individual/Group
Individual Length
750 words Learning Outcomes
The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include:
SLO a) Submission
Due by 11:55pm AEST Sunday end of Module 4 (Week 4) Weighting
25% Total Marks
100 marks
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Task Instructions
For this assessment, you are required to research the stages of human development across the lifespan and the theories associated with each. You must then develop a visual presentation that outlines a minimum of four (4) of these.
This presentation should be eye-catching, informative and clearly display information on four (4) stages of development. For each life stage chosen, you should include:
 A brief description of the stage
 The human ages it relates to
 An analysis of the theories of human development associated with it
 Any significant developmental experiences that are specific to the stage
Referencing
It is essential that you use appropriate APA 6th style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing here http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing
Submission Instructions
Submit the visual presentation via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in LSD403: Life Stages and Development. The Lecturer will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.
The assessment must be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word format through the LMS portal. Other formats may not be readable by markers.
Due by 11:55pm AEST Sunday end of Module 4 (Week 4).
Academic Integrity
The work you submit for this assessment task must be your own and align with the Torrens University Australia Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. Before submission, please make sure you have read and are aware of this policy, viewable online at http://www.torrens.edu.au/policies-and-forms.
Also, please keep a copy of all submitted material and drafts.
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Assessment Rubric Assessment Attributes Fail (Yet to achieve minimum standard) 0-49% Pass (Functional) 50-64% Credit (Proficient) 65-74% Distinction (Advanced) 75-84% High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100%
Distinguish and analyse stages of human development across lifespan
Percentage for this criterion = 35%
Demonstrates a partially-developed understanding of life span theories and concepts by:
Inadequately or inaccurately describing life stages, with little link to the theories of human development related to each
Including an insufficient number of appropriate life stages
Providing no, or inaccurate evidence of relevant theories associated with life stages
Incorrectly or insufficiently specifying relevant experiences associated with each life stage
Demonstrates a functional knowledge of life span theories and concepts by:
Describing four life stage generally, and linking the theories of human development to each, but with some inaccuracy
Providing some evidence of experiences associated with each life stage with limited clarity
Demonstrates proficient knowledge of life span theories and concepts by:
Providing an accurate description of four life stages
Appropriately and correctly linking theories and concepts of human development to each life stage
Correctly specifying relevant experiences associated with each life stage
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of life span theories and concepts by:
Intelligently and clearly describing four life stages without error
Specifically linking theories and concepts of human development to each life stage with credible supporting evidence
Clarifying and discussing significant experiences associated with each life stage, supported by examples
Demonstrates exceptional knowledge of life span theories and concepts by:
Providing a succinct analysis of four or more life stages, which accurately explains the significant elements associated with each
Seamlessly integrating theories and concepts of human development into descriptions of each life stage, using precise examples and reliable, current evidence
Concisely analysing, significant experiences associated with each life stage, by indicating their potential impacts on development and relationship to counselling needs, supported by relevant examples
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Structure and Organization of presentation
Percentage for this criterion = 25%
Poorly organized presentation without any clear flow of content
Presentation incomprehensible with no clear logical description of stages of psychological development
Presentation delivered simply, with some disruption to flow of information and limited sequence to stages of development
Acceptable sequence of information presented, with minimal disruption to flow of information and clear sequence provided for stages of development
Clear structure to presentation, with each stage of development logically laid out and distinguished from the others
Information in presentation is expertly exhibited through specific sequential links between each stage of development, with clearly defined distinctions
Presentation is written in a professional manner, with correct spelling, grammar and an appropriate tone.
Percentage for this criterion = 15%
Assignment more than 20% over or under limit
Presents information
Specialised language and terminology is rarely or inaccurately employed
Meaning is repeatedly obscured by errors in the communication of ideas, including errors in structure, sequence, spelling, grammar, punctuation and/or the acknowledgment of sources
Assignment length 10-20% over or under limit
Communicates in a readable manner that largely adheres to the given format
Generally employs specialised language and terminology with accuracy. Meaning is sometimes difficult to follow
Information, arguments and evidence are structured and sequenced in a way that is not always clear and logical
Some errors are evident in spelling, grammar and/or punctuation
Assignment length within limit
Communicates in a coherent and readable manner that adheres to the given format
Accurately employs specialised language and terminology. Meaning is easy to follow
Information, arguments and evidence are structured and sequenced in a way that is clear and logical
Occasional minor errors present in spelling, grammar and/or punctuation
Assignment length within limit
Communicates coherently and concisely in a manner that adheres to the given format
Accurately employs a wide range of specialised language and terminology
Engages audience interest
Information, arguments and evidence are structured and sequenced in a way that is, clear and persuasive
Spelling, grammar and punctuation are free from errors
Assignment length within limit
Communicates eloquently and expresses meaning coherently, concisely and creatively within the given format
Discerningly selects and precisely employs a wide range of specialised language and terminology
Engages and sustains audience’s interest
Information, arguments and evidence are insightful, persuasive and expertly presented
Spelling, grammar and punctuation are free from errors
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Originality of the presentation in presenting unique points innovative methods, graphics, concepts, or interpretations
Percentage for this criterion = 15%
The presentation is not original or does not present unique points, does not make use of available technology or graphics
Graphics do not relate to the content
The presentation is basic with minimal originality
Utilises some technology or graphics, which are related to the content
The presentation is good with some originality
Utilises available technology or graphics effectively, which are related to content
The presentation is effective with clear originality
Utilises a range of relevant technology or graphics, which are effectively related to content
The presentation is exceptional with outstanding originality
Numerous high-quality, unique graphics or technologies utilised, which are expertly related to content
Correct citation of key resources and evidence
Percentage for this criterion = 10%
Demonstrates inconsistent use of good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas
Referencing is omitted or does not resemble APA
Demonstrates use of at least 5 credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas, but these are not always explicit or well developed
Referencing resembles APA, with frequent or repeated errors
Demonstrates use of 7 or more credible resources to support and develop ideas
Referencing resembles APA, with occasional errors
Demonstrates use of at least 10 good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and statements.
Show evidence of wide scope within the organisation for sourcing evidence
APA referencing is free from errors
Demonstrates use of more than 10 high-quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and position statements.
Show evidence of wide scope within and without the organisation for sourcing evidence
APA referencing is free from errors
The following Subject Learning Outcomes are addressed in this assessment
SLO a)
Distinguish and analyse the stages and associated theories of human development across lifespan